DEADLINE EXTENDED TO FEBRUARY 26, 2010! Take advantage of this fantastic opportunity to earn university credit while acquiring or improving conversational Spanish skills in one of the most beautiful of the European capitals. The SPAN 350 Intensive Spanish classes are offered at seven different levels from beginner to advanced. While in Spain, all students will live with host families. Room and board will include breakfast and dinner each day. Laundry is included in the price of the accommodations. Most of the families are not far from the school, and most students can walk to school each day. In a few cases, students may use the subway or bus for a 10 to 15 minute ride to the school.
In Spain, students will be responsible for lunches, and bus or metro fare to and from school and on city excursions. Lunch can be purchased for about five Euros; a ticket for 10 trips by bus or metro is about 6 Euros (or about E .60 per trip). Other costs will include passport fees and passport photos.
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Preliminary Itinerary
| May 8, 2010 |
Depart from Myrtle Beach |
| May 9, 2010 |
Arrival in Madrid. Students are met at Barajas Airport and taken to the school where their host-families will be waiting to take them home. During the afternoon, they will receive orientation and visit the city center. |
| May 10, 2010 |
Placement test, and orientation to the program, classes start in the afternoon. |
| May 11, 2010 |
Visit to Prado Museum |
| May 13, 2010 |
School Party |
| May 14, 2010 |
Visit to the Sorolla Museum |
| May 15, 2010 |
Excursion to Toledo |
| May 19, 2010 |
Bull Fight |
| May 20, 2010 |
Flamenco Show |
| May 22, 2010 |
Excursions to Segovia |
| May 26, 2010 |
Visit to the Royal Palace |
| May 27, 2010 |
Final Exams |
| May 28, 2010 |
Excursion to El Escorial and Valle de los Caidos. |
| May 30, 2010 |
Transportation from school meeting point in Madrid to the airport. |
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Frequently Asked Questions:
When is the deadline for application?
DEADLINE EXTENDED TO FEBRUARY 26, 2010!
Priority Deadline for program application ($50 off the total program cost) and deadline for all scholarship applications is November 6, 2009. Completed applications, along with a $500 deposit, must be in the Office of International Programs by close of business on November 6, 2009 to meet the priority deadline.
Normal Deadline for Program Admission (Regular Program Fee) is November 30, 2009 (No scholarships are available after the priority deadline.) A $500 deposit must be submitted along with the completed application to meet this normal application deadline.
When does this program take place?
This is a 2010 Maymester program that takes place May 16-June 5.
What is the cost of this study abroad program?
This price of this program is $3,590. This program cost includes airfare from Myrtle Beach to Madrid, accommodations with host families, local instructional costs (transferred back to Coastal Carolina University as 3 credits for SPAN 350), excursions, and international insurance. All students are also required to register for either SPAN 130 or SPAN 330 and pay an additional tuition fee of $750 for the respective course.
When are payments due for the program?
| Deposit |
$500 due with application |
| 2nd Payment |
January 15, 2010- 1/3 of remaining balance |
| 3rd Payment |
February 15, 2010- 1/3 of remaining balance |
| 4th Payment |
March 15,2010- 1/3 of remaining balance |
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How many credit hours can I complete during this program?
There are three courses during this program. Students will receive credit for SPAN 350 as transfer credit, and must take either SPAN 130 or SPAN 330.
Does this course/program satisfy core curriculum requirements?
Yes, SPAN 130 or 330 can be used to satisfy Core 5a of the Core Curriculum of Coastal Carolina University. SPAN 350 can be used to satisfy Core 5b of the Core Curriculum of Coastal Carolina University.
Are scholarships or financial aid available for this program?
Graduates of Horry County high schools are encouraged to apply for the new Horry County Higher Education Commission International Awareness Award ($1,000 - $2,000 per award available). To determine whether you have additional eligibility for financial aid during the Spring or Summer short-term study abroad programs, please see your Financial Aid Counselor in Kingston Hall. To meet the priority deadline and for scholarship consideration, complete this form and return to the OIPS by November 6, 2009. The general deadline for submission of this packet is November 30, 2009.
Are there any prerequisites for this study?
The prerequisite for SPAN 130 is either SPAN 120, 111 or by placement. The prerequisite for SPAN 330 is 210. Students will need to be approved by faculty to participate in this program.
What will the program be like?
This program will provide students with the opportunity to experience the history and culture behind the language which they are studying, and will provide them with a once in a lifetime experience.
For More Information, Please Contact:
The Office of International Programs & Services
Mr. Geoffrey Parsons, M.Ed.
Director, International Programs & Services
843-349-2054 / parsons@coastal.edu
Ms. Lori Patterson, M.P.S.
Coordinator/Advisor, Study Abroad
843-349-2684 / lori@coastal.edu
Singleton Building 119
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