Designed to help you strengthen your Spanish language skills, this program also caters to a wide range of academic interests and majors. In addition to a required Spanish course, you have the option to take IES Abroad-taught courses and local university courses at the Universidad Complutense de Madrid (UCM), one of the country’s most distinguished universities and where our Center is located.
Once you’ve applied for a program, one of us will be your direct point of contact. From housing to course registration and everything in between, we're here to help you prepare to study abroad. Once you’re accepted to your program, you’ll find even more detailed information about what you need to know before you depart in your Predeparture Guide. Let’s get started!
The IES Abroad Madrid approach is unlike any other educational experience. Our academically immersive Language & Area Studies Program takes you around the heart of Spain to live and learn in this sophisticated, capital city—not as a tourist but as a local student.
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