UNIVERSIDAD CARLOS III

Madrid, Spain

Students in Madrid live in one of Europe’s most vibrant cities with people who share a zest for life. The city offers a rich mixture of museums, parks, architecture, annual fiestas, and nightlife. Traveling the diverse geographic and cultural landscapes of Spain adds to the student's experience inside and outside of the classroom.

Participants may study a variety of subjects in Spanish at the Universidad Carlos III. Students may complete a minor in Spanish in one semester. When approved, students may also earn credit for classes other than Spanish.

Some paid excursions are offered each semester. These may include a weekend trip to Granada or Seville, as well as day trips to important sites or cultural events in Madrid.

Students are encouraged to integrate their Spanish language skills into day-to-day life while in Madrid. All participants live with host families, allowing them to develop vernacular as well as academic second language skills.

The Stetson Abroad program is competitive. Enrollment is limited in all programs. Meeting the requirements does not guarantee admission to a given program in a given semester.

Web Sites:

·    http://www.stetson.edu/other/international/

·    www.uc3m.es 

Center for International Education:

 386-822-8165

Overview:

Cost

• For students who live on campus and have a full meal plan, the cost for a semester abroad is approximately the same as the DeLand campus. Refer to the “Expenses” section of the most recent Stetson Bulletin for Comprehensive Fee information. Stetson merit aid, federal aid, state grants (such as FRAG), and other scholarships for study at Stetson are available for study abroad when the program of study is a Stetson Abroad program. 
• In the event you decide to study abroad through a non-Stetson Abroad program, the financial aid you receive would more than likely not be available to use.
• It is important to contact the Office of Financial Aid to determine the best course of action for your particular situation. 
• Employee tuition benefits do not apply to study abroad programs.
• Stetson covers basic expenses abroad including: tuition, housing, food, international health insurance, and some excursions.
• Expenses not covered include: travel to and from the study site (including airfare, train and bus travel), passport, visa, document mailings, and room deposits. Furthermore, meals in restaurants, personal travel, entertainment, etc. come at extra cost to the student.
• Participants are advised to have at least $100-200 per week abroad in personal funds available to them.

Accommodations  HomeStay

• Single room; shared bathroom
• Bedding and towels provided
• Meals at home and on campus
• Laundry at home
• Internet use in internet cafes
• Commute to campus

Program Requirements

• Sophomore standing
• 15 Stetson credits completed at time of application
• Spanish 202 completed at time of departure
• 2.5 cumulative Stetson University GPA at time of application and departure
• 3.0 Stetson University Spanish GPA at time of application and departure
• Good academic, judicial, and financial standing at time of application and departure
• All students are expected to enroll in the equivalent of 15 credits per semester while abroad

Revised June 2008