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Locations: Barcelona, Spain
Program Terms: IOP Fall, IOP Spring, IOP Year (academic)
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: WorldStrides

Dates / Deadlines:

Dates / Deadlines:
Term	Year	UCM Deadline	Campus Decision Date	Start Date	End Date
IOP Spring	2026	09/08/2025 **	Rolling Admission	01/06/2026	03/20/2026
** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.
Indicates that deadline has passed. If the deadline has recently passed, you may wish to complete the Extension Request Form for a possible extension.

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:

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.

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How to get started

Reach out to our team and program alumni to learn more.
Meet with your study abroad office.
Submit your applications through your university and WorldStrides.

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.com/study-abroad

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!