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  • Locations: Barcelona, Spain
  • Program Terms: IOP Fall, IOP Spring, IOP Year (academic)
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: WorldStrides 
  • This program is currently not accepting applications. If the deadline has recently passed, you may wish to complete the Extension Request Form.

Dates / Deadlines:

There are currently no active application cycles for this program. If you were expecting to find an available application, there are few possible reasons why:

  1. If it is for a program starting anytime from summer 2025 to spring 2026, applications will not open until later: November 14, 2024 for summer 2025; November 20, 2024 for programs beginning fall 2025; and April 15, 2025 for programs beginning winter or spring 2026. However, deadlines will be available online. Consider signing up for alerts in your inbox with our interest list and on your phone with the UC Merced Connect app.
  2. If it is for an earlier term, the deadline for the program may have passed quite some time ago.
  3. If the program has limited spots, the program may now be full and no longer accepting new applications.
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Minimum GPA: 2.75 Click here for a definition of this term Class standing: 1-Freshman, 2-Sophomore, 3-Junior, 4-Senior, 5-Graduate student, 6-Other
Language of instruction: Spanish Housing options: Home-stay, Private apartments
Click here for a definition of this term Areas of study: Art history, Art studio, Business administration, Economics, International studies, Political science, Spanish
Program Description:
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Semester at Universidad Autónoma de Barcelona

Barcelona is a city that bursts with energy, from its colorful street art and Gaudí-designed landmarks to its bustling markets and Mediterranean coast.

Student snorkeling above great barrier reef

Program highlights

  • take classes with international peers and choose from Spanish language courses and English-taught courses in business, economics, culture, art, and history

  • No prior Spanish language experience is required

  • Learn from local university faculty alongside other internaional students

  • The unique blend of history, art, culture, and language make Barcelona a fascinating place where you will never run out of things to see or do

  • While studying in Barcelona, your learning will go beyond the classroom to create cultural discovery through cooking classes, city tours of iconic sites like the Sagrada Familia, and even a beach day in nearby Valencia

Discover Barcelona

Scholarships and financial aid

Each year we award more than $1 million in need- and merit-based scholarships.

Learn more

How to get started

  1. Reach out to our team and program alumni to learn more.

  2. Meet with your study abroad office.

  3. Submit your applications through your university and WorldStrides.


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Meet Alexander N.

"On the way back from a trip to Valencia, I had a really nice chat in Peñíscola with a shop owner in Spanish. It made me feel as though my speaking abilities were actually progressing, and I found that conversation very meaningful!"

WorldStrides has helped students have life-changing experiences abroad for over 40 years. Now it's your turn! Formerly known as International Studies Abroad (ISA) and The Education Abroad Network (TEAN), WorldStrides provides high-quality semester, summer, and year-long study abroad programs, internships, research, and experiential-learning opportunities with full-service support from expert staff located around the world. We even offer scholarships, grants and discounts to make going abroad a reality for all students. Let us help you get started. Our team is ready when you are!




This program is currently not accepting applications. If the deadline has recently passed, you may wish to complete the Extension Request Form.