Madrid – Business, Economics & Social Sciences

Looking ahead to Spring 2022, there will likely be some aspects of the pandemic that we are still navigating—and that’s okay! Program details may need to pivot as conditions shift, but throughout that experience our commitment to do right by you will guide the way. While it might look different from other study abroad terms, that doesn’t mean Spring 2022 won’t be the most incredible semester of your life!

We’re working hard to keep you safe and well, so you can focus on what you came to do—live, learn, and have some fun abroad. Below is a summary of the main tweaks to the program this semester, which may be updated as more details become known. You can learn even more about our measures for all programs on our Spring 2022 Health & Safety page.

Academics & Partner Universities

From courses taught by world-class IES Abroad faculty at our Center to courses taught at our local partner universities, know that you’ll be learning from the best of the best this spring.

IES Abroad Course Offerings in Spring 2022:

• AH249 Spanish Art and Architecture
• AH/IB369 Management of Cultural Heritage (Online)
• AH/RL350 The Iberian Peninsula: Cultures and Religions Through the Arts
• EC396 Spain and the EU
• IB/ST350 Econometrics for Business
• FI355 International Finance Management (Online)
• HS250 Spain and the Americas
• IN395 Internship Seminar: Leading Across Cultures
• MG/PS322 Organizational Behavior: Psychological Approaches in a European Perspective
• MT330 Linear Algebra
• PG328 Understanding Photography: Decoding the Still Image (Online)
• PS343 Psychology, Health & Well-Being: Moving Beyond Just Treating Mental Disorders (Online)
• PO365 Legal and Political Structure of Modern Spain
• SP101 Spanish Language in Context: Novice Abroad I
• SP201 Spanish Language in Context: Novice Abroad III
• SP303 Spanish Language in Context: Emerging Independent Abroad III
• SP352 Spanish Language in Context: Independent Abroad II
• SP401 Spanish Language in Context: Emerging Competent Abroad I
• SP402 Spanish Language in Context: Emerging Competent Abroad II

Health & Safety Protocols

Starting this spring, IES Abroad will require that students participating in our study abroad programs and in-person internship programs abroad be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to the start of their program. Read more in our Vaccine Policy.

We’re making sure that your learning experience is a safe one so you can focus on the topic at hand. IES Abroad is taking proactive measures based on the local health and safety guidelines of your study abroad location. As more information for Madrid becomes available, we will provide updates here and in your predeparture guide, which you’ll gain access to after applying. In the meantime, review safety measures we have taken with students this fall, some of which may extend into your experience.

• limiting class enrollment sizes
• adjusting space layout and room choice
• and promoting student/faculty use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Many countries are requiring proof of vaccination to access public and private spaces, such as restaurants, libraries, museums, festivals, sporting events, and other indoor spaces or gatherings of people. In some cases, students will be required to obtain a “Green Pass” or other health pass as official proof of vaccination, which is required upon entry to many locations. We will provide more information about your host country’s entry and green pass requirements prior to your departure through the Predeparture Information and virtual orientation sessions.

We know stepping into the unknown is part of your study abroad experience but know that you’re never alone and we’ll always have your back.

Housing

You’ll stay in a clean, comfortable apartment or residence hall* where we’ve taken the utmost safety measures, including single occupancy rooms as needed. Learn more about the overarching housing policies for Spring 2022.

*Additional fee applies. See the Cost tab for more information.

Field Trips

So much of the study abroad learning experience happens outside of the classroom. Our field trips and course-related excursions help you explore the ins and outs of your city and local region, adding real-life context to what you’ve read about in textbooks for years. Possible trips include:

• Segovia: orientation - mandatory
• Salamanca: orientation - mandatory
• Cuenca Segóbriga: optional
• Toledo: optional
• Aranjuez: optional

Part-Time Internships

Our optional, part-time internships have always been designed to give you experience in what it's really like to work in Madrid. For Spring 2022, while you’re living and studying on-site, internships may be completely online, a hybrid virtual/in-person experience, or completely in-person. It depends on a variety of factors, including country and employer-specific protocols. This uncertainty is something that every employee around the world has had to navigate in the wake of COVID-19, and it all adds to the real-life experience you’ll gain from working overseas! One thing is for sure, though—enrolling in an internship this spring will help you gain a professional edge.

Our Center

Our Center in Madrid is your go-to spot for classes, student services, and information. Serving as your campus away from campus, you can feel safe going to class or checking in with an IES Abroad staff member because, at a minimum, IES Abroad Centers will undergo daily cleaning and disinfection by professional cleaning services.

Cost

Cost details for Spring 2022 can be found on the “Cost” tab. Be sure to click through the linked total to view a thorough cost-breakdown PDF. Consider those prices as a starting point. We encourage you to contact your study abroad office to determine the actual cost to you when factoring in financial aid, scholarships, your home school policies, and other considerations.

Go Ahead & Get Started…With a Refund Policy that has your Back

As a mission-driven, not-for-profit, we are guided by two priorities as we navigate Spring 2022: to leave the door open for your opportunity to study abroad, and to strive to keep you safe and healthy. So, what’s our advice? Give yourself the chance to have an incredible adventure—even if it’s a bit different than planned!—and know we’re right alongside you as the details unfold.