51³Ô¹Ïapp

51³Ô¹Ïapp

Summer study in Salamanca, Spain


SBU Journey to Spain and Portugal

May 23 - June 25, 51³Ô¹Ïapp

An evening in Salamanca, Spain

Courses offered


Students in this five-week Spanish immersion experience earn 6 credits in Spanish.

Courses include:
  • Span 201-202. Intermediate Spanish
  • Span 301. Composition & Conversation
  • Span 309. Spanish Civilization & Culture
  • Span 335-435. Spanish Topics: Modern Language/Literature & Culture
  • All Span 400 level courses

Program features


Students stay with selected host families, two students per family, with all meals provided. Also included in the program:Students enjoy Lisbon, Spain

  • 6 SBU credits in Spanish
  • Living and studying in Salamanca, Spain, exploring Salamanca from the past to the present
  • Cultural excursions, visiting historical sites, monuments, museums, El Prado, Reina Sofia, Royal Palace and Castles in Madrid, Toledo, Segovia, Avila Cáceres, Sierra de Francia, LeÏŒn, and Astorga 
  • Enjoy Andalucia and Southern Spain, visiting the Cathedral-Mosque of Cordoba and its history, art and architecture as well as buildings from Roman times to the present
  • Granada, visiting the famous UNESCO Citadel, Alhambra and its gardens
  • Sevilla and its beautiful Alcazar (Palace in Sevilla) Maria Luisa Park, the University of Sevilla, Barrio Santa Cruz, and more
  • Flamenco show
  • Cultural excursion to Galicia and visiting the famous city of Santiago de Compostela
  • Overnight cultural excursions include hotels and two meals
  • Books for your courses
  • Basic medical insurance in Spain
  • All transportation in Spain, including transportation to and from the airport 
  • All entry fees
  • Trip to Portugal includes transportation, hotel and breakfast. No meals.
  • Explore Lisbon and its monuments
  • Class meetings and pre-departure orientation at St. Bonaventure
Not Included in the program:
  • airfare from the U.S. to Madrid
  • personal expenses
  • a valid U.S. passport


Broaden your horizons


Immerse yourself in Spanish & Portuguese culture as you journey to Spain and Portugal for five weeks in 51³Ô¹Ïapp. Stay with a host family, view stunning architecture, enjoy local cuisines, and more!

To apply


Please contact the director of the summer study abroad program in Salamanca, Spain:

Dr. Alva Cellini
Professor of Modern Languages and Program Director
205 Plassmann Hall
Send an email


Deposit: A $500 deposit to reserve your space is due ASAP and by February 28, 51³Ô¹Ïapp. 



Financial aid is available. Please contact the Financial Aid office.

The program begins and ends in Spain, May 23 through June 25, 51³Ô¹Ïapp


Imagine yourself here


From the excitement of a Flamenco performance to the stunning views of Roman, Gothic and Baroque architecture, your journey to Spain and Portugal will be an unforgettable experience.

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