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Summer 2025
Overview
Spend a summer in the welcoming capital city of Madrid, Spain with AIFS! Study a wide variety of academic program options at the Universidad Nebrija, home to a diverse student body of about 6,000. Most courses are taught at the Madrid-Princesa campus in the city center, in a recently restored and renovated historical building.
What’s Included
The AIFS inclusive program fee includes all of the great features below in addition to many pre-departure, on-site and upon-return services to help students make the most of their time abroad.
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Tuition
Up to 6 credits per session for the Hispanic or Spanish Plus Programs; up to 9 credits for the Internship Program
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Courses
Courses offered in art, business, communication, history, literature, management, marketing, Spanish Language, and Internships
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Housing
Homestay or student apartment
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Meals
Homestay students receive daily breakfast and dinner
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Excursions & Day Trips
Guided day trips to Segovia (Sessions 1 and 2), Toledo (Session 1) and El Escorial (Session 2). All day trips are included for Internship Program and Sessions 1 + 2 Combined students.
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Cultural & Social Activities
Guided city tour, visits to El Prado and the Royal Palace, tapas tour, walking tours and events of cultural interest
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On-Site Program Director
To help with any questions or advice you may need throughout the program
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Health & Safety
24/7 emergency support and comprehensive insurance -
Personal/Professional Development
Access to the renowned Clifton StrengthsFinder assessment and alumni network -
Green Initiative
Additional Options & Opportunities
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AIFS Flight Package
Round-trip flights from 25 U.S. gateways
Airport transfers to and from campus
Living Abroad
Housing
Apartment
Apartments are shared with other AIFS students and interns and may be co-ed. Apartments are fully furnished and located in a central area of Madrid.
- Single room
- Communal kitchen, living areas and bathroom
Homestay
Living in a homestay is the best way to improve your Spanish and immerse yourself in Spanish life and culture and students often find this the most rewarding aspect of their study abroad experience.
- Single room
- Laundry once a week
- Daily breakfast and dinner
Internet access is included in all AIFS housing in Madrid
City Facts
History
Founded in the ninth century, it is an ancient city with a modern outlook and as the progressive capital of a diverse nation. The city contains some of the best art galleries in the world spanning over 1000 years of art history.
Architecture
The centre of Madrid, with its winding streets opening into grand boulevards and squares, is a gem of a location and whatever the season provide shelter from the sun or the wind.
Site Staff
AIFS in Madrid Director, Academic Year and Semester Programs
Bárbara Franconi
Hola! I have been working with international students from all over the world since 2005 as a Spanish teacher and cultural immersion coach. I have been AIFS Program Director since 2013. I have a degree in Spanish and Literature, a Master in Applied Linguistics in teaching Spanish as a second language and a Postgraduate in Culture and Communication.
I have studied and worked abroad, so I know how challenging and wonderful it is to immerse yourself in a new culture and a new language. Undoubtedly, it is an enriching experience for life that allows for both professional and personal development and that is why it is a pleasure and a goal for me to help students and interns to get the best from their experience abroad.
I have been a student at Universidad de Nebrija so I am looking forward to introducing you to the academic life of the campus.
Madrid is an amazing city with a huge cultural life and there is always something new to discover. I will organize a variety of cultural activities which will help you to get involved in all that the city offers such as visiting the Barrio de las Letras, Museo del Prado, the Royal Palace, the Bernabeu Stadium, enjoying the view of the city from the Faro de Moncloa, or simply trying the Spanish tapas in Malasaña! I am looking forward to welcoming you to Madrid.
The Program Director provides academic advice, introduces you to the community and handles communication with the University.
Cultural Activities
Learning does not begin or end in the classroom. To help you get a true taste of Spanish culture, a wide range of cultural activities and excursions are included in your program fee. The Program Director organizes a variety of activities which may include:
- Welcome tapas – get to know your fellow AIFSers and the AIFS staff in Madrid
- Guided city tour
- Guided tour of Chueca, Madrid’s vibrant LGBTQIA+ community
- Royal Palace
- Tapas Tour
- Visit to the Prado Museum
- Reina Sofía Museum
- Madrid de los Austrias tour
- Visits and activities of historical and cultural interest
Please note that students may need to pay an additional fee for some of the activities above.
Important Dates & Deadlines
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Dates & Deadlines
Details
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Early Application Deadline*
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Application DeadlineMarch 15, 2025
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Deposit DeadlineMarch 15, 2025
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Scholarship DeadlineMarch 1, 2025
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Visa Deadline****
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Optional Departure Flight from US***May 31, 2025
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Program BeginsJune 1, 2025
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Program EndsJune 28, 2025
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Optional Return Flight to US***June 28, 2025
- *** Included for students on AIFS flight package.
- **** AIFS Abroad offers visa processing services to applicants who enroll into the program by this date. All other applicants who enroll after this date will be responsible for securing their own visa with guidance from AIFS Abroad.
Optional Flight Package
Participants can select an optional transportation package for all AIFS Abroad programs that includes a round-trip flight from 25 U.S gateways and airport transfers to and from campus. Participants who choose to book their own flights will be responsible for connecting with the group at the program location and will need to make their own ground transportation arrangements from the airport.
Below are fees by departure city based on average historical costs and subject to change. If you select this option on your application, the total flight package price will be confirmed approximately one month prior to departure. Your program fee is guaranteed, and the optional flight package is an additional fee. Please note that once we have finalized the pricing for your flights the cost may change, and you will be responsible for making the additional payment if you want to participate in the flight package. Your program advisor will be in touch should there be any changes in the price of your flights.
Depature City
Fee
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Atlanta$2,220
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Boston$2,140
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Buffalo$2,160
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Charlotte$2,340
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Chicago$2,260
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Cincinnati$2,480
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Columbus$2,160
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Dallas$2,400
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Denver$2,440
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Des Moines$2,380
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Detroit$2,280
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Houston$2,400
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Los Angeles$2,200
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Miami$2,300
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Minneapolis$2,340
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New York$2,040
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Newark$2,040
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Orlando$2,320
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Philadelphia$2,240
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Phoenix$2,440
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Pittsburgh$2,160
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Raleigh/Durham$2,320
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San Francisco$2,340
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Seattle$2,520
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St. Louis$2,380
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Washington/Dulles$2,300
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Ready to Study Abroad in Madrid?
For more dates or questions, contact your program consultant:
(203) 399-5163 or email: aifsabroad@aifs.com
Social identity & access
One of the best things you can do before departure is enter into the journey knowing that your time abroad will be unique to this experience. The resources, community, and support available to you when abroad will likely be different as well. In order to help you prepare for your experience, we have compiled many resources about social identity and access in specific locations abroad. Your program staff will also provide you with more details pre-departure and during orientation.
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