Amerispan- Learn Spanish in Salamanca

  Spain

• Salamanca: 
Salamanca

Term: Throughout the year 
Dates: New classes begin each month

Description: Known as 'La Dorada,' or Golden City, because of the golden glow of its sandstone buildings. It is one of the 5 Spanish cities declared by UNESCO as 'Mankind Heritage' sites. Home to the world's second oldest university, it boasts a student population averaging 30,000 (approximately 5,000 of which are foreigners) that provides a lively atmosphere and night life. Students can enjoy weekly concerts, lectures and theater or congregate in the famous Plaza Mayor.

Our partner school is located in the old part of the city, a quick 3 minute walk from the Plaza Mayor and the Cathedral. The beautiful historic building provides a patio, terrace, bar/restaurant, student common area and library.

School Facilities: Large, historical, renovated building. It hosted the "College of Medicine" until the 16th Century. 30+ classrooms, renaissance patio, garden, cafeteria, lecture room, computer room with Internet access. 5 minute walk to Plaza Mayor. Capacity is 250 students/day (more during summer).

Participants: Mainly from Northern Europe and North America. Wide age range with average age 26.

Highlights: From its dazzling beaches to its ancient castles, Spain is a country as diverse as the cultures which have influenced its art, architecture, music and lifestyle. It is a land where cathedrals and castles are interspersed with skyscrapers, where modern rock mixes with flamenco guitar and night clubs compete with cozy 'tapas' bars. Spain offers some of the world's most famous museums, resorts, and festivals, making it a unique and enchanting destination.

Cost in US$: Inquire for more info.

Options (extra cost):
- Airport pick-up in Madrid
- Apt instead of host family (no meals)
- Dorm instead of host family
- One-on-one classes
- Private room upgrade

Credit Available: yes

Experience Required: no

AmeriSpan Study Abroad's Mission Statement: Since 1993, AmeriSpan has sent more than 23,000 people abroad. Our staff has three passions: language, culture, and travel. Individually and as a group, we have accumulated experiences and knowledge related to these passions. We have traveled to more than 65 countries - every continent except Antarctica - and speak 10 languages. We are happy to share this enormous amount of relevant knowledge with you. Every AmeriSpan staff member has studied and/or lived abroad for extended periods of time. We understand your questions and concerns because we have personally dealt with the same issues. We have gone to great lengths to make it easier for you than it was for us. After enrolling in a program, you will receive a copy of the "Need-To-Know" fact sheets on the country or countries that you will be visiting. These fact sheets include information about entry requirements, climate, health and many other "Need-To-Know" things. If you still have questions, we'll be happy to answer them. We are neither a language school nor a travel agent we're a hybrid of the two, a language travel organization. AmeriSpan has evaluated hundreds of schools, host families and destinations to determine which programs to offer. Our independence allows us to give you unbiased evaluations of the programs. We do not just list what is included, rather, we clearly state our opinions. Each program description contains a program review that describes what we like and what we don't like about the program. Aside from assisting you with which program to choose, we work hard to make the whole process as simple as possible. AmeriSpan pre-arranges your school, lodging, airport pick-up and other services. With AmeriSpan, you will not have to worry about international wire transfers, international phone calls or dozens of other possible complications with arrangements and money.

Year Founded: 1993