Located in the heart of beautiful Barcelona, the IES Abroad Center is located just off of the Plaza Catalunya, home to a number of shops and cafes, and within walking distance of many other Barcelona landmarks. Features include: High-speed and wireless internet access Multimedia classrooms Study lounges Large outdoor terrace Library IES Abroad Barcelona has a small library and provides access to online catalogs, journals, and e-books. There are also municipal libraries in the city where you can check out books. During the first week of classes, IES Abroad Barcelona will provide you with a list...

In general, there are three ways that students go about fulfilling this requirement: Buy a Spanish SIM card on-site. Your phone must be unlocked. Providers to check out: Vodafone, Orange & Movistar Use your current provider’s international plan. Check pricing and coverage with them. Get an eSIM card While Wi-Fi is widely available in Europe, most European phone plans include significant data but charge per call and text. Therefore, we recommend having a data plan, either through your current provider or a local one. Consider downloading WhatsApp, as many Europeans use it to communicate without...

Housing Introduction Your housing in Barcelona will be reflective of the norms in Spain. Rooms are likely smaller than you are used to, and commuting is an absolute must as many housing options are located in residential areas rather than on a campus or designated solely for university student use. As you fill out your Housing Form, keep in mind the following factors that are considered when housing placements are made: IES Abroad only locates housing in safe areas of the city. Single rooms are rare and cannot be guaranteed. Cohabitation in IES Abroad located housing is prohibited. Housing...

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 7:30pm 9:00am to 7:30pm 9:00am to 7:30pm 9:00am to 7:30pm 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...