Offered Fall and Spring Semesters and designed for students at any level of Spanish proficiency, the Madrid Spanish and European Studies Program provides a semester of study and cultural immersion. Courses are offered at the Instituto Internacional en España and focus on Spanish and European art, cinema, culture, history, literature, and politics. Courses are taught in English and Spanish by Spanish and international faculty. All students have the unique opportunity to experience life in a Spanish homestay. No prior knowledge of Spanish is required.

How do I choose among programs?

• See the Office of Global Learning’s “Selecting a Program” page for information on program types and considerations
• Use the search features on the Experience Cornell  Opportunities page to filter for programs approved by your college, and by particular subject areas
• Go to the “Get Advice” page for information on drop-in advising hours, scheduling an advising appointment, returned student contacts, and college advisors for study abroad
• Find out about upcoming events, check out FAQs, and read stories from returned study abroad students

How do I apply?

Applying to study abroad is a two-step process. You may complete both steps simultaneously, but the Cornell approval process must be complete before your program advisor in the Office of Global Learning can submit any approval or nomination to the program.

1. For Cornell Approval, click on the "Apply" button on this webpage. Applications are approved by the Office of Global Learning on a rolling basis until the application deadline listed on this page.
2. For Program Admission, complete an external application directly on the program’s webpage, using the link in the “Snapshot” section. (Note: This deadline may be in advance of the general Cornell deadline for approval. Many programs fill by rolling admission.