Summer Intensive Spanish Language Study Abroad in Madrid

Accelerate your Spanish in the heart of Spain’s capital with our Summer Intensive Spanish Language Study Abroad Program in Madrid. Designed for motivated university students, this four-week program combines total language immersion with structured academic training, helping you gain fluency quickly while strengthening your academic Spanish.

With 24 hours of Spanish instruction per week (20 hours of General Spanish + 4 hours of Intensive Academic Writing), this program delivers measurable progress in just one month. If you’re searching for the best Spanish immersion program in Madrid for summer, this experience blends academic rigor, cultural immersion, and real-world practice in one of Europe’s most vibrant cities.

Academic Excellence: 24 Hours of Spanish Per Week

Your coursework takes place at our centrally located Study Center in Madrid, where small classes and experienced native-speaking instructors ensure personalized attention and rapid improvement.

  • 20 Hours – General Spanish Language

  • 4 Hours – Intensive Academic Writing in Spanish

Study Spanish in Madrid: The City as Your Classroom

Madrid offers one of the most immersive environments to learn Spanish in Spain. As the country’s political, cultural, and geographic center, the city provides constant opportunities to practice.

Daily life becomes an extension of your coursework, reinforcing vocabulary, comprehension, and confidence.

Why Choose an Intensive Spanish Program in Madrid?

Students looking for a top-rated Spanish summer study abroad program choose Madrid because it offers:

  • Clear, neutral Spanish pronunciation

  • A dynamic international student atmosphere

  • A safe, walkable city center

  • Endless cultural and historical experiences

Build Academic & Global Skills

This program strengthens:

  • Cross-cultural communication

  • Academic writing in a second language

  • Independent learning strategies

  • Professional global readiness

  • Adaptability in international environments

A Spanish Summer in our Madrid School

If you’re looking for a Spanish language immersion program in Madrid that is intensive, academically strong, and culturally immersive, this four-week summer experience at our Madrid School delivers real results.

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Where You'll Stay in Madrid

Choose the housing lifestyle that suits you best!

Homestay

Quick facts

Single or double rooms

Shared bathroom (comfort option: private bathroom)

Half-board: breakfast and dinner

Bed linens and towels included. Weekly cleaning of bedroom and change of sheets/towels.

Average of 20 to 35 minutes

Safe neighborhoods, close to public transport

Student Apartment

Quick facts

Private single bedroom. Double bedroom available for 2 students traveling together.

Shared bathroom (private bathroom option may be available)

Self-catering: access to the shared kitchen

Average of 20 to 40 minutes

Safe neighborhoods, close to public transport

Student Residence

Quick facts

Single room

Private bathroom

Weekly room cleaning service. Bed linens and towels, changed weekly

Access to common areas: study room, game room, terrace/solarium, laundry room (self-service and extra cost) and bicycle parking

Located 15 minutes from Expanish via subway

Wheel-chair accessible

Located in the heart of the city, in the neighborhood of Chamberí and very close to the Malasaña area

Hear From Our Madrid Students

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.

Broc Renicks
United States

Expanish has been a great host for us all! We all felt as though the expanish center was our second home here. It provided a safe and comfortable space! I am beyond grateful for the activities that were organized for us, they really make the program special!

Gracie Hartsough
United States

I loved all the nice teachers and how kind and patient they were with us.

Anastasia Fetcu
United States

Meet Our Madrid Staff

Javier Martínez, Site Director Expanish Madrid

Javier Martínez de Velasco

Center Director

Felipe Escanciano

Student Services

Silvia Torrejón

Academic Coordinator

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Amy Álvarez

Housing & Transfers Coordinator

Laura Salamanca

Activities Coordinator

Marta Artacho

Program Manager

Virginia Bustamante

Assistant Academic Coordinator

Elisa de la Torre

Content Creator

María Pérez

Instructor

Sebi Rusu

Instructor

Andrea Torrecillas

Instructor

Juliana Ruiz

Instructor

David Chamorro, teacher Expanish Madrid.

David Chamorro

Instructor

Sergio Durán

Instructor

Mónica Martín, eacher Expanish Madrid.

Mónica Martín

Instructor

Alexandra Dobia

Instructor

Marissa Maté

Instructor

Marissa has worked for nearly 20 years in international education, most recently teaching Spanish.

Merche Martín

Instructor

Merche has been teaching Spanish for nearly 20 years. Alongside her extensive professional experience, she completed a degree in Hispanic Philology a PhD in Speech Analysis.

Fátima El Allali

Instructor

Fátima has an MA degree in Spanish as a Second Language and several years of experience as a Spanish teacher.

Concha Fernández

Instructor

Aurora Fernández

Instructor

Cecilia de Leyva

Instructor

Darío Arciniega

Instructor

Carol Cotera

Instructor

Raúl González

Instructor

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