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Locations: Barcelona, Spain
Program Terms: Academic Year, Fall, Spring
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Program Sponsor: CIEE

Dates / Deadlines:

There are currently no active application cycles for this program.

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Program Type:	Program Provider	Area of Study:	Culture, Economics, European Studies, Finance, Human Resources Management, Internships, Spanish

Program Description:

Economics + Culture

Barcelona, Spain

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Program Overview

Your Economics + Culture program in Barcelona lasts 14 weeks. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE courses, host institution courses, and courses taught online through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Spanish culture. Live and learn in Barcelona!

Unique Experiences

Analyze current economic challenges

and explore the differences between European and U.S. economic models

Get an insider's look

at the impact of European integration on Spain’s economy

Strengthen your intercultural skills

by completing group projects with local and international students

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Your Destination

Barcelona is Spain’s dynamic economic and cultural hub, making it an ideal setting to explore the intersection of global markets and local traditions. The city’s unique blend of Catalan identity and international influence is reflected in its thriving business districts, innovative startups, world-renowned architecture, and vibrant arts scene. Whether you're analyzing the impacts of tourism on local economies, studying the role of creative industries in urban development, or exploring cultural heritage as an economic driver, Barcelona is the perfect place to study abroad.

Housing

CIEE Barcelona offers diverse housing options to ensure you’re comfortable in?your home away from home. From homestays to shared apartments to residence halls, we strive for your accommodation preferences to be met. Additionally, all housing options are located in neighborhoods with convenient access to public transportation, shops, cafés, and eateries.

View CIEE's program page for additional housing information.

Program Highlights

Academic Courses: Choose from CIEE courses, host institution courses, and online courses delivered by CIEE’s global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.
Optional Internship Placements: Enhance your program with an optional for-credit internship that aligns with your career aspirations.
Immersive Experiences: Participate in activities, excursions, and study tours that showcase your host city's culture, values, and local art, film, music, cuisine, and sports scenes.

Activities

CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Barcelona will open doors for you to explore Spain’s rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.

Samples of past excursions and activities:

Wander the colorful streets of Gràcia, immersing yourself in the neighborhood's bohemian vibe and artistic flair
Hike the Carretera de les Aigües for amazing views over the city
Visit Montserrat, where you can see La Moreneta (the black Madonna), hear a Boys’ Choir, and hike trails with incredible views

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.

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Academics

CIEE Barcelona: Study near Barcelona’s main square, Plaça Catalunya, on a beautiful pedestrian passageway, only minutes from cafés, restaurants, and important cultural attractions. CIEE Barcelona features classrooms, a student lounge, conference rooms, and charming 19th-century terraces where students can relax outdoors.

Universitat Pompeu Fabra?(UPF): UPF is a highly ranked public university in Barcelona created in 1990 by the Autonomous Government of Catalonia. AT UPF, students can take courses with local students through the Department of Economics and Business administration, or with other international students at the Barcelona Program for Interdisciplinary Studies (BaPIS). All courses are usually held at Ciutadella Vila Olímpica Campus.

Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB) is a public University with an enrollment of more than 40,000 students. It was founded in 1968 under the principles of autonomy, participation, and social commitment. Today, it is the second highest-ranking Spanish University according to the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.

Arizona State University (ASU): Brought to you by CIEE in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the CIEE academic calendar.

View CIEE's program page for additional academic information, eligibility requirements, and courses.

Internships

Students interning in Barcelona are placed with innovative startups and global organizations across various sectors. The most sought-after profiles are those with interests in business, engineering, marketing, and communication, reflecting the city's vibrant work scene that thrives on creativity and collaboration.

Industry options include:

Business Management and Administration
Marketing, Sales and Service

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - Up to $1,500 toward travel costs guaranteed to students with a FAFSA SAI of $10,000 or less. Higher should still apply!

Gilman Go Global Grants - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $1,000 guaranteed to Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship applicants.

Merit-Based Scholarships - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $750/summer awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

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What's Included

Tuition
Housing
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation – an introduction to your academic program, plus practical information about living in your host city
Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext Travel Protection
24/7 emergency on-site support

Why CIEE

200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
$8 million in scholarships offered each year
1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
Study tours and cultural activities included
Internships and volunteering opportunities
Rigorous academics
Cultural immersion
iNext Travel Protection included

Questions?

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