Arabic Cultural Studies in Granada

Granada, Spain
Arabic Cultural Studies in Granada

About the Program

Drawing on Granada’s unique multicultural history and southern European location, this program examines the city's Islamic legacy, established during 800 years of Muslim rule. Activities and excursions bring lessons learned in class to life, from a guided visit to the Albayzín neighborhood, to strolling the stunning grounds of the Alhambra at sunset, to taking a field trip to Morocco. Improve your language skills in Spanish and Arabic language courses (taught in Spanish) and choose from a range of electives that bring Andalusian and Islamic culture and history to life, offered in English or Spanish. You may choose to jump start your Spanish language ability with our Early Start option.

Program Notes


 

Requirements

Overview

Location:

Granada

Dates:

1/4/16 - 5/20/16

Price:

$11,995

Credits:

16 - 19

Deadlines

Apply By:

Closed

Withdraw By:

11/15/15

Requirements

$95 Online Application Fee
Complete Application
Transcript - Unofficial

Eligibility

Get a Flight Credit worth up to $750 when you apply with code* by February 14, 2025

Where You'll Study

University of Granada

The University of Granada (UGR) was established in 1531; over the last five centuries, it’s grown into one of Spain’s largest universities. Its influence as a center of social and cultu...

Clubs & Organizations
Clubs & Organizations
Study Room
Study Room
Counseling Services
Counseling Services
University Library
University Library

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Where You'll Stay

*Housing options may change and will be confirmed on the housing application form prior to the start of the term. Below are the housing options that have been offered in the past.

Excursions

Get out and explore! Excursions are offered for most semester, year, and summer programs. Semester students are typically offered between two to three excursions and summer study students are typically offered between one to two excursions. You'll receive a calendar of excursions during orientation; here are a few day and overnight excursions we've offered in the past.

What's Included in your Program

From housing to excursions, our programs include a variety of inclusions to enhance your study abroad experience! Here are examples that may be available in Granada. Inclusions vary by program – please contact our Enrollment and Advising team to find out what options are available for you.

  • Personalized Pre-Departure Advising
  • Visa & Immigration Advising
  • Financial Advising
  • Tuition and Registration
  • Airport Pick-up
  • Onsite Orientation
  • City Tour
  • Onsite Staff Support
  • 24/7 Emergency Assistance
  • Travel Medical Insurance
  • International Emergency Service Support
  • Welcome & Farewell Events
  • Centrally Located Housing
  • Wellness Activities
  • Cultural Engagement
  • Language Exchanges
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Excursions
  • Host Institution Services & Amenities
  • Career & Re-entry Workshop
  • Official Transcript(s)

Sample Calendar

Below is a tentative itinerary for your program. Please note, dates and events below may change without prior notification. Contact CEA CAPA before purchasing airline tickets.

You will receive a finalized itinerary once you arrive onsite.

Note: Additional cultural activities/excursions or required course-related activities may be incorporated into your final itinerary. You are advised not to make personal travel arrangements until you have the final dates.

Date Description
January 04
Arrival/Program Begins

Official Program Start Date. Students must arrive at the Granada airport from 8 AM to 6 PM on this date in order to be eligible for airport pickup. Students will then be transferred to their assigned housing.

January 06
Holiday

Wise men holiday. School and CEA office will be closed.

January 11
Classes Begin

January Preparatory Course classes begin at University of Granada on this day.

January 11 - 15
Cultural Activity

Visit to the Arabic Granada this week.

January 18 - 21
Cultural Activity

Guided visit to the Jewish Granada this week.

January 28
Cultural Activity

Churros con chocolate.

January 29
Classes End

This is the last day of January Preparatory Course classes at Universidad de Granada.

February 05
Excursion

CEA Daytrip to Córdoba.

February 15
Cultural Activity

Sports competitions start this week.

February 22 - 26
Cultural Activity

Visit to Arab site this week

March 04
Excursion

CEA daytrip to Málaga.

March 07
Cultural Activity

Flamenco workshop this week.

March 14 - 17
Midterm Exams

Midterm exams will be held at University of Granada.

March 28
Cultural Activity

Belly dancing workshop this week.

April 04
Cultural Activity

Visit to the bullring this week.

April 18 - 21
Cultural Activity

Cooking class this week.

May 02 - 03
Holiday

Labor and Cross day holidays. No classes will be held. School and CEA office will be closed.

May 06
Farewell Reception

CEA Farewell event will be held today.

May 13
Make-Up Class

Make-up class for Monday-Wednesday schedules.

May 20
Program Ends/Move-Out

Official Program End Date. Students must move out of housing no later than this day at noon.

Sample Budget

This budget contains costs that you can take to your financial aid office. Please note that amounts may fluctuate; we've included a range of costs.

Federal law allows the use of financial aid to cover "reasonable" costs of study abroad including round-trip transportation, tuition and fees for the program, living costs, passport and visa fees, health insurance, and more.

Please note that all costs and charges listed below are subject to change without notice. With the exception of Program Price, all costs are estimates and may vary.

Description Low-Cost High-Cost
Program Fee
Tuition and fees, registration, orientation, airport pickup, welcome and farewell receptions, housing, official transcript, cultural excursions/activities, student support services, CEA On-site Staff and administrative costs.
$11,995
$11,995
CEA Secure
CEASecure™ is an optional refund plan that allows students to withdraw for any covered reason up to one week before the program’s start date
$0
$475
International Airfare & Transfers
Cost varies depending on time of purchase, point of origin and time of travel.
$1,200
$1,700
Immigration Requirements
Includes passport and additional requirements such as visa, entry and exit fees, French Carte de Séjour, French University Administrative Fee (if applicable), or Italian Permesso di Soggiorno.
$295
$295
Books, Materials and Supplies
Includes books, school supplies, art supplies, and course fees. Does not include fees or supplies for optional courses. This cost varies depending on the course choices of the student.
$42
$210
Meals

Includes the average expected cost for food in addition to your meal plan, such as eating out at restaurants.
$1,701
$4,095
Personal Expenses
Includes telephone, laundry, local transportation, personal necessities and upfront payments for potential doctor visits. Please note, certain locations may require deposits to secure spots in CEA organized activities and excursions (deposits are returned at the end of the program if student attends activities/excursions or cancels participation before set deadlines). Some of these costs vary according to the spending habits of the student.
$315
$945
Travel Expenses
Includes additional travel outside of CEA excursions. This cost varies according to the spending habits of the student.
$126
$1,890
TOTAL EXPENSES $15,674 $21,605