Program Overview 

Madrid’s influence in politics, education, science, entertainment, media, fashion, and arts make it an important international metropolis, and the major hub in southern Europe. Spain’s capital city is also its largest, with a historic center dating back to the Hapsburg Empire, and world-renowned art museums. A huge variety of tapas bars, dance shows, concerts, parks, soccer matches, ethnic neighborhoods, and contemporary theater and cinema make it a lively place to live and learn.

Program Focus

Summer Open Campus in Madrid allows you to focus on one course in the summer session II, four-week program with integrated and optional opportunities to explore Spanish society and culture. CIEE helps you get the most out of your stay even before you leave home. Pre-departure orientation is followed by extensive on-site introductions to Madrid, Spanish culture and habits, health and safety information, and academic preparation.

Courses taught at the CIEE Global Institute are for CIEE students only. Each course is a full semester in content, so the pace is quick and the workload demanding. Classes are scheduled Monday-Friday. 

Class Format

Courses taught at the CIEE Global Institute are for CIEE students only. Each course is a full semester in content, so the pace is quick and the workload demanding. Classes are scheduled Monday-Friday. Students should not plan personal travel out of Madrid when classes are in session. CIEE courses are taught in modern classrooms and are designed to follow U.S. academic culture. 

Grading

Assessment for the summer courses is typically based on student participation and attendance, reflection papers, a presentation, and final exam.

Academic Culture

Summer Open Campus in Madrid allows you to focus on one course in a four-week session with integrated and optional opportunities to explore Spanish society and culture.
 

FACT SHEET
Education Abroad Advisor	Make an appointment with Rachel Landers at any time!
Get Started	Attend or watch an Ed Abroad 101 Session
Program Provider	CIEE
Program Dates	Current CIEE Calendar
Areas of Study	Explore the courses offered on this program This program is a good fit for the following majors: Art History Spanish
Credits	3 semester credit hours / 4.5 quarter credit hours
Capstone Option	Not Available
Language of Instruction	English and Spanish
Host Country Language	Spanish
Housing	Apartment, Homestay
Class Standing Eligibility	Sophomore Junior Senior Post-Baccalaureate
Minimum GPA Requirements	2.50 Must be in Satisfactory Academic Standing.
Language Requirement	No previous language study required
Program Fee	Click here to view the CIEE Program Fee PSU Students receive automatic discounts on CIEE programs!
PSU Fees	Click here to view PSU Fees Application Fee: All applications include a $50 non-refundable fee due on the application deadline. Students who do not intend to complete a program application are required to withdraw before the deadline, otherwise, the $50 application fee will be assessed to the students' account.
Scholarships	Pell Grant Recipients: Gilman Scholarship - worth up to $3,000 during the summer and $5,000 during the year! CIEE Gilman Go Global Grant - worth up to $2,000! PSU Education Abroad Scholarship CIEE Gain Travel Grant - covers your airfare! Additional Scholarship Resources