A seaport on the Mediterranean and host of the 1992 Olympic Games, Barcelona is the capital of the autonomous region of Catalonia in northeastern Spain. The city masterfully combines the vestiges of its Roman past—in particular its old city quarter—and beautiful examples of Modernism and the Vanguard Movement of the 20th century. UNESCO has declared the works of Catalan architects, Antoni Gaudí and Lluís Doménech i Montaner, as World Heritage Sites.

1International House Barcelona

International House Barcelona has more than 30 years of experience teaching Spanish to foreigners and training Spanish language teachers. Its training courses are certified by the University of Barcelona. Since 1991, IH Barcelona has organized Spain’s largest annual conference for Spanish teachers.  IH Barcelona has extensive experience organizing programs for American teenagers. The school also teaches English to local community members, providing Spanish language students the opportunity to meet Spanish speakers right on campus.

This schools offers:

• Facilities: Library with ample opening hours, free use of computer room, cafeteria service all day, sunny patio.
• Student relations: Personalized tutoring.
• Human resources: Director of Studies, teacher training department and a large teaching team highly trained in the teaching of Spanish as a foreign language who understand the linguistic difficulties faced by students who are native speakers of English.
• Lodging: Families have been chosen based on strict standards of quality and have experience dealing with international students.

Program Activities:

• Extracurricular activities: Up to four activities per week. Activities typically include a welcome reception, a tour of Modernist architecture, a tour of Roman and Gothic Barcelona, a hike up Mt. Tibidabo, a visit to the Museum of Chocolate, and a walk through the Olympic Village, etc.
• Day trips: Two trips, typically taken to Cadaqués-Dalí, Montserrat or Sitges.

COST OF THE COURSE AT International House Barcelona

NOTE: Housing with a host family is usually in a single room with two students per family.

2Enforex Barcelona

Founded in 1989, Enforex is the leading and most prestigious organization in Spain & Latin America. With schools in Alicante, Barcelona, Cadiz, Granada, Madrid, Malaga, Marbella, Pamplona, Salamanca, Sevilla, Valencia, Enforex welcomes more than 35,000 students every year from 72 different countries. In summer we hold our International Summer Camp Program with 60% of Spanish students. We take special care to make sure that each and every one of our housing options makes the Enforex participant feel comfortable and cozy.

This School offers

• Facilities: a spacious, 3-story building (3,000 m2); 50 classrooms with audio-visual equipment; teacher’s meeting room; 1,500 m2 of gorgeous terraces; solarium terrace open all year round; computer lab with free Internet access; Wi-Fi; a spacious, fully-stocked, modern library; conference room with capacity for 160 people; wheelchair accessible elevator / lift; air conditioning and central heating. Located in the Eixample neighbourhood, between Plaça Catalunya and Plaça Espanya.
• Student relations: Close personal attention is given through academic tutoring twice per week outside of class hours.
• Human Resources: All of our teachers are specially trained in teaching Spanish as a foreign language and may hold a Master´s or Doctorate degree in their area of specilization. Our faculty is dynamic, open-minded, friendly and incredibly motivated.
• ILodging: Shared Flat (Student Apartment); Host Family; Student Residence & Guest House; Private Apartm.
• Exchange with Spanish students: The school offers foreign language courses for Spaniards and arrange free conversational exchanges with these students.

Program Activities

• Extra-curricular activities: Spanish+History/ +Art/ +Literature courses; Picasso Museum; Montjuic Fountains; Tibidabo; Casa Gaudí; Olympic area; City tour; Sagrada Familia; Pueblo Español; Water theme parks; Figueras
• Day trips: Sitges; Salvador Dali Museum, Figueres and Cadaques; Montserrat; Tarragona

COST OF THE COURSE AT Enforex Barcelona

Located in southern Spain, at the foot of the mighty Sierra Nevada Mountains, Granada is one of the most fascinating of Spanish cities, boasting a rich Moorish heritage and splendid Renaissance and Baroque architectural masterpieces. Important vestiges of Granada’s Moorish past include the Albaicin quarter, the Alhambra and the Generalife—all World Heritage Sites. The Royal Chapel is the final resting place of King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella. The Alhambra, the palace of Granada’s Moorish kings, is perhaps unrivalled in Spain for its beauty and architectural splendor, receiving more visitors each year than any other Spanish monument. Granada’s streets, fountains, and gardens bear witness to a fabulous mix of cultures, making a visit to Granada a most memorable experience.

Don Quijote

With more than 17 years of experience and success in Spanish language teaching, the Don Quijote motto is quality first. Administrators at Don Quijote understand that a successful language course entails more than excellent teaching. High quality accommodation, personal attention and well-designed leisure programs add to the value of its courses. One of only seven schools in Spain recognized by the prestigious European Association for Quality in Language Services, many American universities also recognize Don Quijote. Centrally located in Granada, Don Quijote provides modern conveniences, including free Internet, in a charming atmosphere. At Don Quijote, students can expect quality instruction, quality accommodation, and an enthusiastic and capable staff.

This School offers:

• Facilities: Library, computer room with Internet access, student center.
• Student relations: Personal, detailed attention for students is a priority. In and out of the classroom, our teachers and administrators are always available to solve any problem and answer any questions.
• Human resources: All the teachers have a strong academic background and extensive experience in teaching Spanish. Each year they participate in continuing education opportunities.
• Lodging: Housing is available only with a host family, in either a single or double room. Families are carefully selected, all of whom live close to the school.

Program Activities

• Extra-curricular activities: Five activities per week including a welcome party, participatory sports, a trip to the Alhambra and other city attractions, a flamenco night at Sacromonte, singing and flamenco classes, etc.
• Day trips: Two trips typically taken to Costa Tropical, Sierra Nevada, Alpujarras or Antequera.

COST OF THE COURSE AT DON QUIJOTE

Located in the heart of the Iberian Peninsula, Madrid is Spain’s capital. Here the modern mixes with the historical in a city that offers a wide range of cultural and artistic highlights. Near Madrid lies the Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial, an impressive palace and monastery complex built by Philip II and considered one of the eight wonders of the world. The Aranjuez Royal Residence, a former royal retreat, is nearby. UNESCO has declared both World Heritage Landscapes. The beautiful city of Alcalá de Henares, a World Heritage Site, is a short hop away.

INTERNATIONAL HOUSE MADRID

This school offers:

• Facilities: Library; multimedia room; Internet café with free access; WI-FI; access and facilities for disabled people; study room, air conditioning and central heating; cafeteria/restaurant.
• Student relations: This is a priority for the school, so personalized attention and tutoring is offered.
• Human resources: A Director of the AP program, two Academic directors, a large team of teachers who have an excellent background and long experience in teaching Spanish to young American students, , an accommodation officer, an activities coordinator.  All of them are dynamic, sensitive, professional, friendly.
• Lodging: The school carefully selects lodging. Most students will stay within fifteen minutes from the school either by walking or public transportation.
• Exchanges with Spanish students: There are opportunities for exchange between American and Spanish students studying other languages at the school.

Program Activities

• Extra-curricular activities: Minimum four activities per week: welcome party, walking tour of Madrid, visits to the Prado Museum, the Reina Sofia Museum, the Convento de las Descalzas, the Hermitage of San Antonio de la Florida, Royal Palace, Encarnación Monastery, Kayaking, Real Madrid Stadium, flamenco and salsa class,  language exchange…and much more!.
• Day trips: Trips to Toledo and Segovia.

COST OF THE COURSE AT INTERNATIONAL HOUSE MADRID

The city of Salamanca, World Heritage Site and Cultural Capital of Europe in 2002, is known for some of the most beautiful historical and architectural landmarks in Spain.  The Plaza Mayor, the plateresque style of the Cathedral, the facade of the University, and the Church of San Esteban are just some of its must-see sites.  The city is situated along the famed Silver Route taken in the early Middle Ages by the Al-Andalus Mozarabs to make pilgrimages to Santiago de Compostela. It is also part of the Castilian Language Route, which includes the most significant locations in the cradle of Castilian Spanish and its evolution throughout Spanish history.

ENFOREX SALAMANCA

Founded in 1989, Enforex is the leading and most prestigious organization in Spain & Latin America. With schools in Alicante, Barcelona, Cadiz, Granada, Madrid, Malaga, Marbella, Pamplona, Salamanca, Sevilla, Valencia, Enforex welcomes more than 35,000 students every year from 72 different countries. In summer we hold our International Summer Camp Program with 60% of Spanish students. We take special care to make sure that each and every one of our housing options makes the Enforex participant feel comfortable and cozy.

This schools offers:

Surrounded by lush green mountains overlooking the Bay of Biscay and the Cantabric Sea, the beautiful northern city of San Sebastián is located near the Pyrenees, one hour’s drive to the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao. The city is home to must-see monuments and breathtaking landscapes, ample leisure activities, and a superb cuisine. It is not only the site of the prestigious San Sebastian International Film Festival, but is also considered a surfer’s paradise!

LACUNZA IH SAN SEBASTIÁN

This school offers:

• Facilities: Library, computer room with Internet access,  free wireless network (WIFI), study room, public telephone, cafeteria, and access to sports facilities. Multimedia exhibition room with big screen plus 5.1 digital sound, 120 m² terrace.
• Student relations: Both the teaching and the administrative staff work to make the students’ stay as rewarding as possible. There are weekly tutoring sessions.
• Human resources: Program director, highly specialized teaching staff, activity monitor, housing director with long experience and knowledge of languages.
• Lodging: Accommodations are generally provided with a Spanish family (single or double room). Families are carefully selected and in many cases have children of their own, although not always of the same age as the students they host.
• Exchange with Spanish students: Spanish students also take language classes at the school, affording American students ample opportunities for exchange.

Program Activities

• Extra-curricular activities: Four types of activities: cultural, social, sports and excursions. Various activities such as cinema at the school, soccer on the beach, bicycling and volleyball as well as tours of San Sebastián, and trips to the Science Museum, the Museo de Chillida, the Naval Museum, Mt. Urgull, Pasajes de San Juan or to Zarauz, Pamplona, the Guggenheim in Bilbao, Biarritz in France….
• Day trips: Two trips normally to Biarritz and San Juan de Luz (France), Vitoria (Álava), Bilbao (Vizcaya), Guetaria (Guipúzcoa).

COST OF THE COURSE AT LACUNZA IH SAN SEBASTIÁN