Check out these packing tips from former IES Abroad students. Barcelona enjoys a moderate Mediterranean climate, with hot summers and a lot of sunshine. High temperatures average 85ºF in June. When packing clothes, remember to bring layers as temperatures can vary considerably between morning, midday, and evening. It is a good idea to bring slippers, as most homes have bare floors, and it is considered rude to walk around barefoot. You should bring at least one formal outfit for special occasions. Aside from the above, it is best to bring clothes you will enjoy and find most comfortable...

Most students will need to apply for a Spanish student visa prior to arriving onsite in Spain. It is your responsibility to obtain your student visa before your program starts should you need one. Processing times for a student visa can take anywhere from several weeks to a couple of months. You need a student visa before you travel to Spain if: You are a citizen of the United States You are a citizen of another country that is on Spain’s list of required visa holders. Please check with your country embassy website to verify. You do not need a student visa before you travel to Spain if: You...

Barcelona Center On-Site Center Address IES Abroad Barcelona Center Ronda Sant Pere, 5, 1°, 1 08010 Barcelona, Spain Center Phone Numbers From the US: 011.34.93.342.8470 From Barcelona: 93.342.8470 Center Hours Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Closed 9:00am to 6:00pm 9:00am to 6:00pm 9:00am to 6:00pm 9:00am to 6:00pm 9:00am to 2:00pm Closed

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The below estimated expenses are listed in New Zealand dollars ($). Food & Drink Groceries per week, self-catered apartments $250 Average meal in a university dining facility $12 Breakfast at a restaurant $16 Lunch at a restaurant $20 Dinner at a restaurant $30 Soft drink $3 Coffee $5.50 Housing Toiletries per month $30 Social Activity & Entertainment Movie $22 (Tuesdays are cheaper: $10) Theater performance $25-100 Museum entry fee Free or up to $30 Fitness club membership per week $70 Campus facilities are included in program fee for students in university residences Dance club cover charge...

Visit the State Department's New Zealand Information page for detailed information about safety abroad. The New Zealand Ministry of Education’s Code of Practice (COP) for the Pastoral Care of International Students requires all international students to have COP compliant travel and medical insurance in place for the duration of their studies. To satisfy these requirements, IES Abroad has selected an outstanding local provider, Uni-Care, which offers an extensive range of benefits to students enrolled in the Auckland program. All students planning to attend the Auckland program will be billed...

Diversity Abroad There are few places where most of the population comes from one national, religious, or ethnic group. At IES Abroad, our faculty, staff, and programs are committed to recognizing and acquainting students with the diversity that exists within New Zealand. IES Abroad students are continually provided with opportunities to explore the cultural richness of their host environment and learn about the economic, social, and political status of local populations. Here are a few resources that you might find useful: Diversity Commitment Navigating Diversity & Identity Abroad Social...

All mail should be sent to you at your assigned housing address in Auckland. Although you will receive your housing assignment prior to departure, it is important that friends and family wait until you have confirmed your complete mailing address on-site before sending anything to you by mail. A first-class letter will take about one week to get from the United States to Auckland. IES Abroad is not responsible for returning packages and/or correspondence to you or to the sender if mail arrives for you after you have departed your IES Abroad program. Please notify friends/family to factor in...