Summer Program in Spain: Spanish Language and Culture
Sponsored by TnCIS (Tennessee Consortium for International Studies)
Summer Session
May 3 - May 23, 2008
Fee: $2940 Tuition Included
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Program Location
The program will take place in Segovia, a charming, provincial capital in the foothills of the Guadarrama Mountains, only 60 miles to the north of Madrid. Segovia's location makes it ideal for excursions, and the pleasantly warm, dry, summer weather and the congeniality of the Spanish people lend a spirit of cordial hospitality. Segovia retains the strong, traditional Spanish character of Old Castile and has a visible history that goes back to pre-Roman times. In Segovia, students may explore the city's Roman and medieval past and venture into the surrounding areas of Old Castile.
Program Description
The program will offer two levels of Spanish language, and will include two day-long excursions, several local excursions in and around Segovia, and family homestays in Segovia.
Extended Excursions:
There will be two day-long excursions during the program, one to the capital, Madrid, and one to the famous castle, El Escorial and the monument at the Valley of the Fallen.
Local Excursions:
There will be several afternoon excursions while in Segovia including visits to the Gothic Cathedral, the Alcαzar de Segovia, the Roman Aqueduct, and other points of interest.
Classes:
Classes will be held three hours per day during the week at a classroom facility (computers available) located on the Plaza Mayor in the center of the city.
Accommodations:
Students will live and eat three meals per day with local families. Families are accustomed to hosting students from the U.S and language is not a problem.
Academics
Students will enroll in one of the following courses:
Spanish 1020 - Beginning Spanish II (3 credits)Spanish 2020 - Intermediate Spanish II (3 credits)
The course will be taught by Spanish professors from Tennessee. Standard college level Spanish texts and instructional materials will be used.
Financial Aid:
Applications for financial aid (scholarships, grants and student loans) must be made through your home institution. Please consult your TnCIS campus representative for information and instructions.
Mandatory Orientation:
A thorough pre-departure orientation is an essential part of your preparation to study abroad. The mandatory TnCIS orientation for all programs will be held Saturday, March 29, 2008, from 1:00 - 4:00 PM. Exact time and place will be announced at the beginning of March. Please plan to attend.
Application
Applications are due on February 28th. APPLY NOW
Late Applications will be considered on a space available basis.
A complete application consists of:
- The completed on line application
- The deposit of $100 (paid to the cashier at your home institution)
- An official transcript sent to TnCIS at the address below directly by the registrar at your institution
Complete applications will be considered beginning February 29, 2008 and you will be notified of acceptance shortly after that date.
Program Fee and Payment
Students will register and pay the program fee on their home campuses. The cost to the student will be $2940. The fee to the student includes tuition, round trip airfare from Tennessee to Spain, all excursion transportation in Spain, full room and board, all instruction in Spain, health insurance and other incidental items. Expenses not covered by the fee include: passport, textbooks, and personal spending money.
Payment Deadlines:
February 28: Deposit of $100
March 20: Full payment of $2840
Total: $2940
Cancellation Policy:
Before February 28: Full refund.
Between February 28 and March 20: Full refund except for $100 deposit.
Between March 20 and April 28: $1,400 cancellation fee.
After April 28: No refund.
Mailing Address
TnCIS Office
Pellissippi State Technical Community College
P.O. Box 22990
Knoxville, TN 37933-0990
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