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  • Locations: Barcelona, Spain
  • Program Terms: Fall, Spring
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: IFSA 
Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Fall 2025 05/01/2025 05/01/2025 09/01/2025 12/10/2025
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Areas of Study: Accounting, Anthropology, Archaeology, Architecture, Art History, Biology, Business, Communication, Communications, Computer Science, Culture, Dietetics & Nutrition, Earth Science, Economics, Engineering, Entrepreneurship, Environmental Studies, European Studies, Fashion Design, Film, Finance, Fine Art, Gender Studies, Geography, Graphic Design, Health Science, History, Hospitality Management, Human Resources Management, Human Rights, International Business, International Relations, International Studies, Internships, Jewish Studies, Journalism, Law, Linguistics, Literature, Management, Marketing, Math/Statistics, Mathematics, Media Studies, Middle Eastern Studies, Molecular Biology, Music, Neuroscience, Peace and Conflict Studies, Peace Studies, Philosophy, Photography, Political Science, Psychology, Public Health, Public Relations, Religion/Theology, Social Policy & Administration, Social Work, Sociology, Spanish, Sports, Studio Art, Studio Arts, Tourism, Urban Studies, Womens Studies Click here for a definition of this term Minimum Undergraduate GPA: 2.5
Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English, Spanish Click here for a definition of this term Housing Options: Apartment-Shared
Program Type: Internship Abroad, Provider, Study Abroad
Program Description:

Study in Barcelona
IFSA - STUDY IN BARCELONA
Geotag  Barcelona, Spain

WHY STUDY IN BARCELONA?
A thriving metropolis located along the Mediterranean Sea, Barcelona is one of Europe’s true gems. The city features a beautiful Mediterranean climate, a vibrant business environment, a reputation for some of Spain’s best food, and an “old city” charm complete with iconic Gaudi architecture at seemingly every turn. This student-friendly city is proudly and staunchly Catalunyan, providing insight into the culture and politics of one of Spain’s most intriguing regions.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Set your sights on Spain! Beautiful Barcelona has it all: Spanish and Catalan culture, stunning coastline, tantalizing food, and easy access to most of Europe.
IFSA puts it all in reach. Take classes at the IFSA Program Center with other IFSA students, taught by Barcelona-based faculty. Select from business, social science, arts and humanities, and interdisciplinary classes. There’s also opportunity for an internship.

For deeper immersion, opt to enroll in one class at prestigious Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF). UPF offers top-quality instruction in finance, communications, politics, and more, mostly taught in English. As a UPF student, you can also take advantage of university clubs and other offerings.

Living with other students in an apartment vetted by IFSA, you’ll find it easy to explore the best of Barcelona, from La Boquería to Sagrada Família. Plus, you’ll gain insights tourists often miss, with a great selection of excursions, all included.

IFSA’s Study in Barcelona program provides a compelling curriculum that’s taught in English and focuses on business, the social sciences, arts, humanities, and interdisciplinary classes. Crafted for U.S. degree requirements and contemporary hot topics, IFSA classes explore relevant topics in the Catalan, Spanish, and European contexts by incorporating a variety of case studies and field visits. Mix and match four to five IFSA classes for a total of 12–16 U.S. semester credit hours. You may opt to take one elective at Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF) for a supplemental fee.
  • Arts and Humanities classes
  • Business classes
  • Interdisciplinary classes
  • Social Sciences classes
  • Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF) classes
Visit IFSA Study in Barcelona on the IFSA website for a complete list of available classes.

CULTURAL ENGAGEMENT ACTIVITIES & EXCURSIONS
Activities and excursions are designed to pull you into the communities you visit and encourage cultural connections of every kind. There’s no extra fee to participate in these optional outings—everything is included in your program fee. Below are a selection of activities and excursions from previous terms; options may vary for your program.
  • City-as-Text
  • Architecture and Design
  • Food and Local Culture
  • Folklore
  • Barcelona as a Business Hub
  • Learning about the Catalan Autonomous Region
IFSA excursions are included in your total program fee and though these are optional, most students choose to participate. They vary each term based on availability, but excursions may include:
  • Girona, Figueras, and Costa Brava Day Trips
  • Montserrat Day Trip
  • Sitges Day Trip
  • Seville Weekend Excursion
  • Madrid Weekend Excursion
 
 
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Our easy online application process is here for you! Simply log in to the IFSA Student Portal and answer questions about yourself to get started. If you get stuck or have questions, reach out to our IFSA team. We’re here to help.
 
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN MY IFSA PROGRAM?
  • Academic Support
  • Administrative Fees and Applications Fees
  • Airport Pickup
  • Activities and Excursions (including transportation and meals)
  • Education Fees
    Guaranteed Housing
  • International Medical Insurance
  • Internet Access in Housing
  • Internship, Directed Research, and Volunteer Opportunities (on many programs)
  • Meals (on some programs)
  • Official Transcript with U.S. Credit Translation
  • On-site Orientation
  • On-site Staff Support (including in-person meetings and emergencies)
  • Prearrival Advising

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