CEA's September Savings: Week 1

$2,500 Off Madrid Spring 2009 CEA, a leader in study abroad programs, is pleased to announce Madrid as our first destination in CEA’s September Savings event. All students who sign up this week for the “Business, Art & Politics” Spring 2009 program at the CEA GlobalCampus in Madrid using the promotion code MADSAVINGS09 will receive $2500 off the program price. No, we didn’t add an extra zero! All you have to do is apply to the study abroad program with the promotion code before midnight (Pacific) on September 14th and you will receive CEA’s biggest program discount ever! Not sure what to do with all your extra cash? Here are some ideas:

1. 1. Buy your plane ticket – Buy your plane ticket to Madrid and a few subsequent tickets to travel throughout Europe once you’re in Spain.

 

1. 1. Travel abroad –Madrid is a central location, ideal for traveling, so take advantage of your time in Spain and plan some weekend getaways around the country or elsewhere in Europe.

 

1. 1. Stay for summer – what better way to apply your savings than to stay an extra month in Europe and earn a few more credits? With summer programs starting at $4,195, you’re $2500 in savings makes a summer in Madrid a steal! * tip – explore another city for the summer, CEA has summer programs all over Europe, some for as low as $3,695!

 

1. 1. Get connected – Don’t already have a laptop? Use your savings to purchase one. Email is a great (and cheap) way to keep in touch with your friends and family back home, and with a laptop you’ll be able to take advantage of all the internet cafes. Let’s not forget homework. Madrid is renowned for its plazas, so take your laptop to the plaza and get some homework done.

 

1. New wardrobe – If you’ve done your research you’re aware that the fashion in Spain is different from that in America. For example, the Spaniards tend to dress stylishly, yet modest – no flip flops and sweat pants! Take advantage of your savings and buy some clothes to fit in with your new culture. *tip – save your money and have a shopping spree in Spain!

Obviously, the price is unbeatable, but that’s not all Madrid has to offer. Check out these 5 reasons why Madrid is an ideal study abroad location for Spring 2009:

1. 1. CEA GlobalCampus – By studying at the CEA GlobalCampus you’ll get the opportunity to explore Madrid with a hands-on, interactive approach to learning. Using the city as your classroom, with field trips and interactive debates, you’ll gain a true understanding for the capital of Spain. Plus, we’ve spiced up our curriculum offering courses like Current Global Threats: Different Approaches to Terrorism; Architecture & Painting in Madrid; and Spanish Cinema.

 

1. 1. Location - Madrid is located in the center of Spain, making it ideal for travelling. With popular travel destinations like Barcelona, Granada, and Paris close by you’ll have no problem filling your weekends.

 

1. 1. La Marcha - Madrid’s unique nightlife in which the locals are famous for dancing all night long. There’s no other cultural tradition in Europe quite like La Marcha, plus it’s a great way to meet locals and join in their fun!

 

1. 1. It’s the political, financial, and educational center of the country – Visit the capital buildings, the Royal Palace and the numerous plazas that make up the cultural and business aspects in Spain’s capital city.

 

1. The People - Madrileños, as the locals are called, seem to celebrate life at every turn. From sports festivities to tapas and La Marcha, you can take part in the many celebrations and enjoy this lively and affectionate culture.

Don’t miss this opportunity to study in Madrid. With so much to offer both educationally and as a cultural experience, Madrid will leave you with a lifetime of memories. For more information on our study abroad programs in Madrid, log onto our website or call an advisor at 1-800-266-4441. Madrid is hard to pass up, but if you’re looking for a different study abroad destination, sign up for your free MyCEA account to receive a sneak peek at next week’s offer a day before it launches.

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