Granada, Spain — Winter

¡Vámonos!

Seize the chance to enrich your mind, heart and soul in the breathtaking embrace of Granada, where every corner tells a story waiting to be discovered.

Embark on a transformative journey through the cobblestone streets of Granada, Spain, where ancient history and vibrant culture collide in a mesmerizing fusion. Picture yourself studying beneath the shadow of the majestic Alhambra, an architectural marvel steeped in Moorish heritage. Immerse yourself in the rhythms of flamenco, savor the flavors of tapas, and wander through the enchanting Albaicín quarter, a UNESCO World Heritage site. With its perfect blend of academic excellence and cultural immersion, studying abroad in Granada offers an unparalleled opportunity to expand your horizons, forge lifelong connections, and create memories to last a lifetime. 

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Quick Facts

When January 6–30, 2025 (tentative dates)
Where Granada, Spain
Host Institution Universidad Latina de Costa Rica (ULatina)
Program Costs

This year’s program fee is $3,950 and includes a homestay (single or with another UD student) with some meals; international health insurance; excursions to the Alhambra palace and Generalife gardens, the Royal Chapel, the Cathedral of Granada, and the famous Albaycín neighborhood; airport pick-up and drop-off in Granada; UD course, instruction and on-site program management; and pre-departure orientation and materials.

Not included: Airfare to Spain ($1,200), local transportation, and UD tuition and fees ($2,633 for residents and $7,065 for non-residents based on current year). Scholarships and awards are available; learn more about financing your trip abroad.

Application Deadline April 20, 2024
Credits 3–6
Instructional Language English and Spanish
Courses

LLCU 207-071: Cultures in Context (4 credits, taught in English). Explore Spain’s history and culture! Deepen your understanding with thought-provoking readings and discussions. Immerse yourself in hands-on research, unraveling the intricacies of the host culture. This unique academic journey broadens perspectives and provides an immersive exploration of Costa Rica's vibrant heritage. Join us for a course that transcends traditional learning, connecting you deeply to the essence of Spanish culture. Satisfies the University History Breadth, Arts and Sciences Group B, and Multicultural.

SPAN 107-070: Spanish III – Intermediate (4 credits, taught in Spanish). Reinforce grammar concepts, hone speaking and writing skills, and tackle moderately challenging reading materials in this comprehensive review. Prerequisite: SPAN 106, four years of high school Spanish, or permission of placement advisor or program director. Satisfies the Arts and Sciences Foreign Language requirement, COE EG Breadth Requirement.

SPAN 200: Culture through Conversation (3 credits, taught in Spanish). Grammar review targeting structure, essential vocabulary, speaking, listening and extensive writing. 

SPAN 206: Culture through Conversation (3 credits, taught in Spanish). Explore subjects rooted in contemporary Spanish or Latin American life in this dynamic course. Tailored for students eager to expand their understanding of Hispanic culture, the program offers a platform for enhancing both oral and aural language proficiency. Engage in insightful discussions that provide a nuanced insight into the vibrant and evolving facets of Spanish and Latin American society. Elevate your language skills while delving into topics that mirror the pulse of the present, fostering a deeper appreciation for the cultural richness and diversity within the Hispanic world.

UNIV 370: Study Abroad – Granada, Spain (0 credits, pass/fail). This course asks students to reflect upon changes in their knowledge, skills, and attitudes that result from their participation in this study abroad experience. Satisfies Discovery Learning requirement.

Program Director Dr. Lara Boyero Agudo, 226 Jastak-Burgess Hall, lboyero@udel.edu

Want to know more?

Visit the Languages, Literatures and Cultures booth at the Study Abroad Fair on Monday, February 16, 2024, or join us at an upcoming interest meeting / information session:

3/07/2024

1:00 – 2:00 p.m.

127 Willard Hall

or via Zoom

3/19/2024

3:30 – 4:30 p.m.

203 McDowell Hall

or via Zoom

4/04/2024

4:00 – 5:00 p.m.

203 McDowell Hall

or via Zoom

Scheduled Activities (subject to change)

Enjoy two educational day trips to discover and learn about the cities of Cordoba and Seville. Through guided tours, emblematic places and gymkhanas you will learn more about Spanish culture in total immersion using the language.

For one day, attend a high school to be with a teacher and get involved in the dynamics. You will collaborate with a teacher and work with the students, learning how the educational system works in Spain.

Take a Spanish cooking workshop and learn to prepare typical dishes of the culture while using the language. Take another workshop to learn the basic steps of the most popular dance in Spain — flamenco.

Student Testimonials

Don’t take our word for it — Check out what UD students had to say!

Atrium of two-story Centro de Lenguas Moderna in Granada, Spain.

Michael Pepe

Degree: 2024, B.A. in communication with minor in Spanish

"The University of Granada has been extremely welcoming and helpful. Also, we are living with host families. It is a great experience and I love communicating with them in Spanish."

Read "First Week in Granada"

A crowded city street at night in Granada, Spain, decorated with Christmas lights.

Joseph Hinton

Degree: 2019, B.A. in international relations

"They turned on all the Christmas lights throughout the city and it truly looks like a winter wonderland, giving me the last bit of energy to push through this year on a high note."

Read "Granada, Spain: Winter Wonderland"

The facade of a medieval church in Granada, Spain.

Anna Hemelt

Degree: 2020, B.A.

"Granada is absolutely beautiful. There are so many boutiques, one-of-a-kind restaurants, beautiful fountains and gardens scattered throughout the city center that you just can’t find in the United States."

Read "Spain: Beautiful Granada"

Students pose for a group photo in front of the city skyline of Granada, Spain.

Stephanie Rodgers

Degree: 2017, B.S. in neuroscience

"Wednesday was the tour of the Alhambra. I must say it was one of the most beautiful places I have seen in my life —definitely worth the hill we had to take to get there."

Read "Granada Spain: last Week of Classes"

A view at sunrise of a neighborhood in Granada, Spain, with white stucco buildings with terracotta roofs in the foreground.

Annabella Gangi

Senior majoring in political science

"I arrived at the apartment I was living at for the month and got to meet my amazing host family! There are two young girls, two parents and three funny birds that love to fly around."

Read "First Week of Exploring Granada"

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