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Study abroad in Barcelona and let the city’s wonders enchant you, because where else can you marvel at Gaudi’s whimsical architectural genius while embracing the laid-back Spanish lifestyle?
Whether it is the salty sea air, the sweep of mountains in the distance, or the romance and excitement of Las Ramblas, you will never want to leave when you're studying abroad in Barcelona.
Enjoy all that Barcelona has to offer with one of our Barcelona study abroad programs, which allows you to customize your academic experience by focusing on Arts, Business, Communications, Culture, International Relations, Journalism, Politics, or another Liberal Arts area of study.
On a full-time semester or summer internship program, you can build a global network of professional contacts while taking in the sights and sounds of this bustling Spanish city on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea.
Experience a large university community, beautfiul architecture, and Catalan tradition, when you study abroad in Barcelona.
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Barcelona's Top Five
Have Fun in the Sun
Spend time strolling and swimming under the sun along Barcelona's four miles of sandy beaches.
Hike Mount Juic
A climb up this hill offers spectacular views of the city. From here, you can also explore several great museums and the beautiful buildings from the 1992 Olympic Games.
Check Out Some Live Music
From huge festivals to hole-in-the-wall venues, playing everything from electronica to punk, there’s more to Barcelona’s music scene than its iconic Rumba Catalana.
Appreciate the Art
Home to numerous works by Pablo Picasso, the surreal sculptures of Joan Miró, and the fantastic, dreamlike architecture of Gaudi, there’s plenty of art—indoors and out—to inspire you.
Eat, Drink, and Eat Some More!
Catalan cuisine consists of savory stews, fresh seafood, delicious jamón, spicy potatoes, olives, and so much more. Wash it down with a cold orxata (a refreshing drink made from the tiger nut plant).
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Get Off Your Phone!
There’s one thing that the millennial generation can often unanimously agree on: our fingers are glued to our phones. It’s entirely apparent that today, the world is based around technology. This of course has its positives, but it also comes with an abundance of negatives.
Context: When I first arrived in Spain, I chose to not purchase a SIM card and it was the best decision I have made by far.
Appreciate Where You Are
The time has come. You’re studying abroad! There are undoubtedly an abundance of thoughts and emotions racing through your head. The moment you’ve been waiting for has finally arrived.
How To Travel The World Without Breaking The Bank
I’m sure we can all agree that it’s extremely exciting to travel abroad! We start to think of every landmark, city, country etc. that we just have to see before running out of time.
All of this seems pretty straightforward until you take a closer look at your bank account...so how can you possibly travel everywhere that your heart desires without spending a ridiculous amount of money?
My Three Main Tips:
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Budget
10 Must-Have Items for Going Abroad
After I finished packing for my three-month trip to Barcelona I was super confident that I had covered all of the bases. What could I have possibly forgotten?!
Come to find out, I only had about half of these must-have items...so learn from my packing mistakes! Use this list to make sure you’re completely prepared for an adventure abroad!
