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API Spanish Language and Culture Studies in Bilbao (Study Abroad Program)

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  • Locations: Bilbao, Spain
  • Program Terms: IOP Fall, IOP Spring, IOP Year (academic)
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: Academic Programs International (API) 

  • 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: 2-Sophomore, 3-Junior, 4-Senior
Language of instruction: English, Spanish Housing options: Dormitory / affiliated residences, Home-stay
Click here for a definition of this term Areas of study: Anthropology, English, Film and media studies, History, Psychology, Spanish
Program Description:
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Bilbao, Spain 

Spanish Language and Culture Studies in Bilbao

What’s Included:

API prides itself on including as much as possible in our program fees to make sure that you have a full and rewarding experience abroad. Here’s a quick list of the most common pieces we include in an API program:

  • Pre-departure advising from program experts
  • Tuition and transcripts
  • Housing
  • Excursions/Day trips
  • Medical Insurance
  • Friendly, local API staff in every destination
  • …and so much more!
Experience Bilbao with API

Explore on Excursions

See More of Spain with API
Get inspired while you’re studying and explore the culture of this destination! Explore vineyards, historic castles, medieval towns, and the beautiful countryside. Sample excursions for Bilbao include:

  • Madrid
  • Camino de Santiago
  • Historic Gernika

Why Choose API?

Why Choose API in Bilbao
Within the supportive environment of the API programs, API participants are encouraged to explore their host communities and become increasingly independent and confident in their own abilities. We strive to make international educational experiences accessible to as many participants as possible, and, as such, work to provide multiple program components at a low program cost.

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“Bilbao is an amazing mixture of Basque, Spanish, and international culture. After five months in Bilbao, the city still surprises me every day - in a good way! I'm incredibly glad that I decided to study abroad through API.”

Matthew K. | API Bilbao Alum

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