What to Expect When You Study Abroad in Barcelona
Barcelona is a Mediterranean city where beach life, world-class architecture, and a thriving student community come together. It's the kind of place that gets under your skin fast.
Home to 9 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Gaudí's Sagrada Família and Park Güell. Architecture you'll walk past on your way to class.
Over 300 days of sunshine per year. Warm summers, mild winters. The kind of city where you spend more time outside than in.
The Gothic Quarter is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Europe, with buildings dating back to Roman times. History is part of daily life here.
Our Study Center is in Eixample, the city's cultural and business hub. Walkable to the Gothic Quarter, 20 minutes from the beach.
Why Study Abroad in Barcelona with Expanish?
Expanish offers top-rated Study Abroad programs, experienced instructors, and high-quality housing, ensuring an exceptional study abroad experience in Barcelona.
Our native-speaking teachers bring Barcelona’s culture to life, while our multilingual staff is available to assist students and faculty with any needs. Emergency support is available 24/7.
With fully customizable experiences, students only pay for the services they choose, keeping costs down.
From classes to cultural events, you’ll learn to enjoy Barcelona like a local, whether it's savoring tapas or embracing the city’s vibrant traditions.
Where Will You Study in Barcelona?
Study Abroad and experience Barcelona's rich culture and dynamic social life at our Study Center, situated in the city's vibrant center.
Chill, grab a snack and chat with other international students during lesson breaks.
Explore Eixample, a hotspot for culture, food, and nightlife in the city center.
Experience local customs and make new friends as you master the language.
Barcelona Study Abroad Staff
Our staff is on site everyday with you ready to make your study abroad Barcelona experience the best!
Laia Burgell
Center Director
Laia runs operations at Expanish Barcelona with 15+ years in the industry and a background in translation and interpretation.
Paula Cerdeira Núñez
Academic Director
Paula has shaped Spanish language education for 25+ years, co-authoring textbooks used worldwide and leading academics at Expanish.
Jessica López
Student Services
Jessica keeps things running for students at Expanish Barcelona, with a BA in Translation and Interpreting from UAB.
Carlotta Perondi
Student Services Front Desk & Office Manager
Dana Buscall
Student Services Front Desk & Activities Coordinator
Emma Martín
Groups Program Senior Coordinator
Emma supervises group tours and Study Abroad programs at Expanish Barcelona, with a Tourism degree from UAB and 5+ years in the sector.
Evie Fisher
Groups Program Coordinator
Candida Garay
Internship Coordinator
Laia Burgell
Center Director
Laia runs operations at Expanish Barcelona with 15+ years in the industry and a background in translation and interpretation.
Paula Cerdeira Núñez
Academic Director
Paula has shaped Spanish language education for 25+ years, co-authoring textbooks used worldwide and leading academics at Expanish.
Jessica López
Student Services
Jessica keeps things running for students at Expanish Barcelona, with a BA in Translation and Interpreting from UAB.
Carlotta Perondi
Student Services Front Desk & Office Manager
Dana Buscall
Student Services Front Desk & Activities Coordinator
Emma Martín
Groups Program Senior Coordinator
Emma supervises group tours and Study Abroad programs at Expanish Barcelona, with a Tourism degree from UAB and 5+ years in the sector.
Evie Fisher
Groups Program Coordinator
Candida Garay
Internship Coordinator
Gisela Giralt
Student Services & Activities Coordinator
Lena Tahmassian
Study Abroad Academics Coordinator
Lena leads UCEAP academics and designs Study Abroad courses at Expanish, with a Stanford PhD in Iberian and Latin American Cultures.
Francesc Farré
Academic Coordinator
Francesc runs the academic program at Expanish Barcelona. His teaching background includes time at a language academy in the UK.
Patricia González
Instructor
Cristina Guillén
Instructor
Ángel Campayo
Instructor
Guillem Borrero Pérez
Instructor
Miguel Ángel Garrido García
Instructor
Marta Fuertes Alfayate
Instructor
Ana Pardo Pastrana
Instructor
Paula Vázquez Pesado
Instructor
Eva María Galeote Ortigosa
Instructor
Mariana Ducros
Instructor
Nadia Merroun Sierra
Instructor
Montse Capilla Brustenga
Instructor
Zohra Bakkali
Facilities Assistant
Recommended Resources for Your Study Abroad in Barcelona
Barcelona Student Guide
Explore our guide full of tips around the city of Barcelona. Explore your perfect college abroad city before you arrive. Save this page for when you arrive!
Study Abroad Scholarships
We offer $300 - $1,000 scholarships for our Study Abroad students. Explore our options of financial needs scholarships and an ambassador scholarship.
School Activities
Connect with others and dive into your new city with our after-class social activities.
Explore Gaudí's city, taste authentic tapas, and connect with fellow learners through weekly activities included with your program. See our old event-brite page for example activities!
Benefits of Studying Abroad in Barcelona
Experience the vibrant Catalan culture, stunning architecture, and rich local traditions while studying abroad in one of Europe’s most artistic cities.
Access world-renowned universities, innovative programs, and hands-on learning opportunities in a city known for creativity and academic innovation.
Build lasting connections with international students, local professionals, and global communities in Barcelona’s dynamic cultural and business environment.
Hear from our Students
Studying abroad in Barcelona is genuinely the best decision I have ever made in my life, & I don't think anything will ever top this experience. Expanish provided everything, from housing to day trips & even introduced me to my closest friends. From cooking family dinners in our residence hall to taking a 34-person program trip to Morocco, every moment in Barcelona made every anxious though worth it :') I couldn't imagine going abroad & choosing any other program. One of my biggest fears was struggling to make friends in my classes, but our program placed us together & basically forced us to bond, & it ended up being the best part of studying abroad. I love every single person I've met here & I can't believe that I have to leave it all behind in 3 weeks.The worst part of studying abroad genuinely is having to leave. If you're debating going abroad, do it. Please.
This was the best time of my life. Expanish was so helpful and the staff is great. The experience was incredible and I love Barcelona. Additionally going off of that, the teaching was good and very different than in the United States of America. It is different because we do a lot of presentations which we don’t do in the United States. I have definitely become a better public speaker.
I went to Barcelona this past summer from the United States to study Spanish at the Expanish school and my experience there was incredible. It was my first time traveling to another country alone and they made me feel safe. He helped me when I had any problems or questions. I learned a lot of things and above all it was very fun learning with other students from different parts of the world.
Great language school! Made most of my friends from the school because it's such a fun and conversational environment! Enjoyed the staff and the after class activities.
One of my favorite parts about studying abroad was living with my host mom. Expanish did a really good job pairing me and my friend with her because we have a lot of the same interests and we had a lot to talk about.
Expanish has a strong reputation for academic excellence.
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