Summer 2024
Dates: May 29 - June 28, 2024
Application Deadline: March 4, 2024
Costs: $4,826.50
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* Please note: a non-refundable program deposit of $300 is due three weeks after official acceptance and is applied towards the total cost of the program.
Click here for The International College of Seville Semester Program
Located in Seville, this program draws upon the resources of both the University of Seville and the International College of Seville (ICS). Both border a beautiful park near the center of the city, with easy access to the many cultural and historical attractions of Seville. In addition to the historical sites such as churches, palaces and museums, Seville also has modern transportation, many hotels and restaurants, and theatres.
Founded in the sixteenth century, the University of Seville, with a student body of over 70,000, is one of the top-ranked universities in Spain. The International College of Seville (ICS), founded in 1982, is a private educational institute with its own classrooms, library, and study areas. It provides a full range of academic advising and student services, as well as numerous activities designed to complement the academic program.
Learn more in the ICS Summer PowerPoint.
Broward College
David Moore
Dean, International Education
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dmoore@broward.edu
Broward College
Ian Keil
Study Abroad Coordinator
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abroad@broward.edu
This program is sponsored and administered by Broward College in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
The International College of Seville (ICS) is a private, independent, cultural association whose basic aim is to serve as a center for the promotion of international education. The ICS was previously known as Institute of International Studies, an institution founded in 1982 and offering, in cooperation with different U.S universities and colleges and the Faculties of Philology and Geography & History at the University of Seville, a multi-faceted program for students wishing to study in Spain.
The classrooms, a reference library, TV room, Internet facilities, study areas and administrative offices occupy a three-story Andalusian villa located in the charming neighborhood of El Porvenir and next to the beautiful María Luisa park.
The University of Seville, founded in 1551, is one of the leading institutions of Spain's higher education system. Its Schools of Philology, Geography and History, Philosophy, Biology and Engineering and its many schools and technological institutes serve the educational needs of some 70,000 students.
Located in the downtown area, the University's main building is bordered by the Maria Luisa Park and the Guadalquivir River. This building, the completely remodeled historic Tobacco Factory, houses the Schools of Geography and History, Philology, Law, and the main administrative offices. ICS students enrolled at the University of Seville will appreciate attending classes in the imposing 18th Century building immortalized by Bizet's opera "Carmen" and by 19th Century travellers in search of Romantic Spain.
The building, complete with moat and watchtowers, is evidence of the importance given to protecting the King's lucrative tobacco monopoly, which at the time manufactured of all of Europe's cigars.
Course Offerings
Program Options:
International College of Seville Intensive Spanish Language Program: Students enroll in six credits of Spanish language classes at the International College of Seville at the Elementary, Intermediate, or Advanced Level.
SPN 1120 Beginning Spanish I
SPN 1121 Beginning Spanish II
SPN 2200 Intermediate Spanish I
SPN 2201 Intermediate Spanish II
SPN 3955 Advanced Composition & Conversation I
SPN 3956 Advanced Composition & Conversation II
Academic Highlights
The Intensive Spanish Language Program is four weeks in duration and provides students with an opportunity to experience and understand Spanish society and its institutions through direct exposure to Spain’s history, art and contemporary society.
The program provides an excellent introduction for students planning to work in fields requiring a thorough knowledge of Spanish language and culture. Students will enjoy city visits to the Palace and Cathedral, a daytrip to historic Cordoba, and an overnight trip to Morocco, Africa.
Credits: Six credits
Instructor's Language: Language varies depending on selected option including English and Spanish
Student Life
Field trips to Córdoba and Morocco, Africa (two nights). Extracurricular activities include the Welcome Weekend with a breakfast buffet at Orientation, a flamenco show at Museo del Baile Flamenco and tapas dinner; a walk downtown with Churros and chocolate breakfast; Belly dancing and exotic teas; one Spanish cooking classes; two Introduction to Flamenco classes; excursion in metro (to the Metromar mall in the town of Mairena del Aljarafe); and end of the term party.
Click here to see some of the city highlights! Visit the International College of Seville (ICS) Facebook Page, visit them on Instagram, follow them on Twitter, or watch videos on the ICS Youtube channel to see what students are up to!
Housing
Summer students reside in homestays as the optimal way of becoming immersed in the culture. In a homestay, generally, two students are placed with a host family, along with other Spanish family members living in the apartment. Homestays provide 3 daily meals, 7 days-a-week, and laundry. Host families live in different neighborhoods situated throughout the city, and the living accommodations of students are similar to those of Spanish students.
The ICS collaborates only with those homes that are located within a reasonable radius of the school. Some homes are found in the same small neighborhood of “El Porvenir.” And while others are not as close, they are at walking or short bus/bike ride’s distance. Fortunately, for these students, transportation is never a problem. The municipal bus service in Seville is reliable and fairly inexpensive. Equally, the municipal bicycle service is inexpensive.
Costs Included:
Eligibility Requirements
GPA Requirements: Students are required to have a 2.5 GPA is required
Class Standing: The program is open to students at least 18 years of age from 2 and 4-year colleges and universities throughout the US and Canada.
Visa/Immigration Requirements: Students are required to provide transcripts and two letters of recommendation. A visa is not required for students who are U.S. citizens studying abroad for under 90 days. Non-U.S. nationals may be required to obtain a visa to study abroad for the summer.
Have you talked with your study abroad advisor about your home institution's application process? Your institution's deadline might be earlier than the CCIS program application deadline. Check now to make sure all of your material is submitted on time!
"I think my time in Spain was something that I will never forget! I absolutely loved the atmosphere and that I had the chance to live in a different country and experience something other than America. Sevilla really made strides in my Spanish. I learned new things and got clarification of other things. I loved how I was in an area where I was forced to speak Spanish rather than go back and forth by asking questions in English. Not only did my Spanish improve, but my ability to be independent. At first it was hard to be so far away from my family, but after the first week I became a new person.
"Searching for words that can justifiably describe my study abroad experience and the best word I could come up with is AMAZING! I am so grateful to have been able to experience an opportunity of a lifetime. Thank you Broward College for adding this chapter to the story of my life and working so hard to keep this program available to students. Living in Spain has opened my mind to new experiencs and has given me a renewe perception of life. I arrived in Spain without any prior knowledge of the spanish language and thanks to my amazing professor I am able to communicate using the Spanish language. I learned so much in only a month that I was able to travel to Aracena, Spain by myself and navigate using only Spanish. Not only did I learn the language, I also learned awesome historical facts about Spain most importantly Seville. I recommend this program for anyone who is willing to study abroad and learn a totally different culture."
Located in beautiful sunny Seville, this program draws upon the resources of both the University of Seville and the International College of Seville (ICS).
