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  • Locations: Alicante, Spain
  • Program Terms: IOP Fall, IOP Spring, IOP Summer
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: CEA CAPA Education Abroad 
  • 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: 2.50 Click here for a definition of this term Class standing: 1-Freshman, 2-Sophomore, 3-Junior, 4-Senior
Language of instruction: Spanish Housing options: Dormitory / affiliated residences, Home-stay, Private apartments
Click here for a definition of this term Areas of study: Art history, Film and media studies, Sociology, Spanish
Program Description:

Study Abroad in Alicante

Gain Spanish proficiency while complementing your language studies with elective courses focused on art, tourism, cinema and more...taught in Spanish and designed to help you learn about Spanish culture. Language courses at your level focus on oral comprehension and expression, listening comprehension, and grammar. Semesters are divided into three 4-week blocks; you’ll be tested at the end of each block and may move up into a higher language level. Electives help hone your fluency and communication skills and, combined with your immersion experience in Alicante, allow you to advance your language skills at an accelerated pace.

 Semester/Term Eligibility Requirements Rec. Semester Credits
Semester 2.5 Min GPA; High School Graduate; All levels of Spanish  15-18
Summer 2.5 Min GPA; High School Graduate; All levels of Spanish  5-10
Short-Term 2.5 Min GPA; High School Graduate; All levels of Spanish  5


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Where You'll Study

Located on one of Spain’s most attractive campuses, the University of Alicante allows you to attend class and activities with Spanish and other international students for an integrated experience. This innovative and dynamic public university offers modern buildings, green areas, sports facilities, a 24-hour library, a museum, and commercial galleries. Students will receive a transcript from University of Alicante upon completion of their program.

What's Included

  • Pre-Departure Advising
  • Housing
  • 24/7 Onsite Emergency Assistance
  • Excursions & Cultural Activities
  • and more

Excursions

  • Tabarca Island
  • Calpe y el Peñon de Ifach
  • Castel de Guadalest
  • and more.

Funding Options

CEA CAPA has several ways to help you fund your program, including scholarships, grants, and flight credits. Find out more about what we have to offer.

Learn more about funding



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