University of Oviedo
Founded in the 16th century, The University of Oviedo has more than 40,000 students, 500 of whom are foreigners. Oviedo is the capital of the principality of Asturias. Its pre-Romanesque architecture sits among spectacular mountains and rugged coasts. Oviedo is a cultural mecca and a very walkable city which offers the best in modern living, in a fairly mild climate just five hours by bus to Madrid.
Study abroad students will take five courses, ranging from language to history and literature, all taught entirely in Spanish. Special options are available for education or computer information systems majors.
Students are encouraged to live with host families although in special cases student apartments are available. Living with a specially chosen host family will enhance the experience and maximize the immersion into the Spanish culture. An on-site director is also available to assist students with any needs throughout their stay.
Eligibility & Admission
Students who have completed three semesters of college-level study are eligible for the program. A cummulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale is required. Recommendations from professors and advisors are essential elements of the selection process.
Approximate Fall Dates:
Application Deadline - March 1
Departure - Approx. September 21, 2008
Visit to Madrid - Approx. September 22-25, 2008
Orientation to Oviedo - Approx. September 26-29, 2008
Program Dates - Approx. September 30, 2008-December 17, 2008
Approximate Spring Dates:
Application Deadline – October 1
Departure – Approx. January 1, 2009
Visit to Madrid – Approx. January 2-5, 2009
Orientation to Oviedo – Approx. January 6-7, 2009
Program Dates – Approx. January 8 to May 23, 2009
Integrated Program Dates – Approx. January 8 to June 26, 2009
Approximate Program Cost (to be paid to Canisius):
Canisius tuition (approx. $13,550), study abroad fee ($528.50) and mandatory health isurance (approx. $102 Fall 2008 and $170 Spring 2009). These fees include Canisius and Oviedo tuition, program costs, 3 nights accommodation in Madrid, and local excursions. Room and board with a Spanish family is 1620 euro (approx. $2592) for Fall 2008 and 2700 euro (approx. $4320) for Spring 2009. Transportation and other miscellaneous expenses are additional.
For matriculated Canisius students only, 100 percent of Canisius College scholarships and grants will be applied to your program costs. Program cost subject to currency fluctuation.
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