Education Abroad
Spain: CWU Intensive Spanish at the Centro de Idiomas de la Universidad de León
Program Type: Direct Enroll
Participants will take intensive Spanish language classes at the Centro de Idiomas de la Universidad de León (CDI), located just outside of León's medieval city center in the Jardin de San Francisco (Click for Map) and only 15 minutes' walk to the Cathedral in the heart of the city. Classes range in level from A1 (beginner) to C1 (superior) and combine 20 hours of weekly instruction with visits to local sights and excursions elsewhere in the province of León. Optional overnight excursions farther afield are offered for a small extra fee. During the academic year, CDI's three-month terms generally align well with each of CWU's quarters. In the summer, students may study for a minimum of 3 weeks and a maximum of 9 weeks.
Housing options include student residences and homestays with local families vetted by CDI staff. During the regular academic year and longer stays, accommodation in private apartments also may be possible
Credit is issued by Universidad de León and transferred to CWU. CWU will collect CDI tuition and homestay fees and pay CDI on participants' behalf.
Available CWU Credits:
- During the Academic Year: 24 per term
- Summer: 6-16, depending on duration
Estimated Total Cost of Participation:
- Quarter: USD 7,900
- Academic Year: USD 21,562*
- Summer: Varies by Duration
*Due to the nature of Spanish visa process and requirements, students interested in programs a full academic year in duration are encouraged to consider Latin America. Students interested in programs of even one semester (90+ days) may wish to consider this.
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