Summer Study Abroad Program

✈️ Expanish Summer Study Abroad Programs

Looking for a meaningful, credit-earning international experience this summer? Expanish Summer Sessions are immersive, academically rich programs designed for university students who want to explore the world and stay on track with their degree.

Subject-Based Summer Sessions

June 5 – July 18, 2026 (6 weeks)
Choose 2 themed elective courses (3 credits each)
Classes Monday–Thursday
Total: 6 U.S. semester credits
Barcelona | Madrid | Costa Rica | Buenos Aires

Spanish Summer Sessions

May 31 – June 27, 2026 (4 weeks)
Intensive Spanish language courses (96 contact hours)
Classes Monday–Friday
Total: 6 U.S. semester credits
Málaga | Valencia

Explore Each Summer Study Abroad Program:

Barcelona

Business & Culture

Madrid

Political Science & Art

Málaga

Spanish Language & Culture

Costa Rica

Envi Sci & Biology

Buenos Aires

Psychology, Health & Culture

Academics & Courses

Courses are designed to be academically rigorous, culturally relevant, and transferable to U.S. institutions. All courses are taught in English, except Spanish language classes.

Explore our Courses by Destination

Barcelona Business & Culture:

Entrepreneurship in Europe
The Art of Branding
Mediterranean Food & Culture

Madrid Political Science & Art:

Politics in Spain
Art & Power in Spanish History
Icons of Spain

Costa Rica Environmental Science:

Courses in biology, environmental science, and sustainability (in partnership with Veritas; see options)

Buenos Aires Psychology, Health & Culture:

Multicultural Psychology
Public Health & Social Inequality
Argentina Life & Culture

Málaga Spanish Language & Culture

Beginner Spanish
Intermediate Spanish
Advanced Spanish

Valencia Spanish Language & Culture

Beginner Spanish
Intermediate Spanish
Advanced Spanish

Cultural Activities & Program Inclusions

Your experience goes beyond the classroom, all programs include curated cultural activities and excursions:

Included Activities:

Welcome City Tour | Local Cooking Class | Dance Class | Weekly cultural activities

Included Day Trips:

Barcelona – Girona & Costa Brava | Madrid – Toledo | Málaga – Frigiliana & Nerja | Buenos Aires – Estancia Day | Costa Rica – Arenal Volcano

Additional Inclusions:

6 University credits | Housing | Airport pickup | 24/7 on-site support | Optional Spanish courses

Housing Options

Choose your preferred study abroad housing option:

HomestayRecommended

Homestay with local family – includes breakfast & dinner (half-board)

Quick facts

Private single bedroom.

Shared bathroom (comfort option: private bathroom)

Half-board: breakfast and dinner

Average of 20 to 35 minutes

Safe neighborhoods, close to public transport

Student Residence

Stay in a local student residence with other students from around the world

Quick facts

Single room or studio

Private bathroom

Self-catering. Meal plans are available on-site.

Average of 20 to 40 minutes

Safe neighborhoods, close to public transport

Student Apartment

Live like a local with other students

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

Studio Apartment

Buenos Aires option only - live on your own or with a friend in a studio!

Quick facts

Private studio apartment for 1 or 2 travelers

Secure access to building

Full kitchen facilities

Average of 20 to 35 minutes

Safe neighborhoods, close to public transport

Program Requirements

To participate in Expanish Summer Sessions, students must:

Be at least 18 years old by program start date
Have a minimum GPA of 2.5 (lower GPAs considered with recommendation letter)
Be a current university student (freshman to senior)