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Application closed Feb. 11.
Travel and Course Dates: June 4 – 26, 2022
Click here to hear more about this program from the Professor!
Are you ready to immerse yourself in Spanish language and culture? Practice and grow your Spanish proficiency in this 3-week intensive language immersion program in Salamanca, Spain.
Live with a host family (depending on COVID-19 situation), take daily Spanish lessons with native speakers, participate in local cultural celebrations, and explore the beautiful city and surrounding area, with daily activities and weekend excursions.
The three-week intensive language experience is coordinated by SPC and Estudio Sampere– a NAFSA affiliate accredited by Spain’s Instituto Cervantes, the most well-recognized international accreditation body for Spanish language instruction.
Classes are offered at all levels and are taught by Spanish professors five days a week. The instructional program includes 20 language lessons addressing function and communicative skills, plus five cultural lessons per week. Cultural activities and tours reinforce the student’s proficiency in the language and appreciation of the culture.
Learn more about the city of Salamanca by watching this video.
Think you can’t afford to study abroad? Scholarships and other ways to fund your study abroad program are available. Explore scholarship options now.
Available courses – Students must enroll in at least one course from the list below. Please note that students cannot complete the 2 semesters of foreign language requirement during this three-week program.
Note: Please talk to an advisor to ensure you have met all college enrollment requirements AND course prerequisites. Once accepted into the program, students will be notified of the Course Number and enrollment dates/deadlines.
Lead faculty – Roxana Levin
After you submit the application online, we will review it and an automatic email will be sent to your college email with details of your next steps, including scheduling your interview with the Spain trip lead faculty, Roxana Levin, 727-712-5830.
Message from the Professor – Hear what the faculty member has to say about this program.
SPC student, ShaeLynn Martens, shares her experience in Salamanca, Spain with St. Petersburg College after receiving a study abroad scholarship: “Since day one of this study aboard trip to Spain, it has been amazing; even though the first few days were raining, there is always something to learn and see. In the mornings we have … Continue reading SPC Student Shares Her Experience Studying Spanish in Spain!
SPC student, Chaplain Everhart, shares her experience in Salamanca, Spain with St. Petersburg College after receiving a study abroad scholarship: “Viajar al extranjero a España ha sido una experiencia increíble para mí. In my youth, I was always blocked from Spanish classes because enrollment was closed at the time we relocated to a new school … Continue reading SPC Student Shares Why You Should Study in Salamanca, Spain!
“I chose Spain Study Abroad through SPC as my first trip outside the U.S. When I arrived in Spain, it was almost surreal. The people did not speak much English and the food looked different. It was obvious I was no longer home in the U.S… Two weeks later, all of these observations have become … Continue reading “When I Arrived in Salamanca, Spain…it was Almost Surreal”
“I’m hooked! This Saint Petersburg College Spain study abroad trip is my second Spanish study abroad trip. What an amazing time! I am writing this blog two-thirds of the way into this trip. Spain is beautiful and so is the city of Salamanca. It’s crazy to think we are studying and going to school in … Continue reading Studying & Going to School in a City That has so Much History: Salamanca
“Studying abroad in Spain has been the experience of a lifetime! I could not begin to describe the entirety of Salamanca. From the the sights, food, and people I’ve encountered in my journey, its all been amazing! Moreover, each time I sit down to write this blog post, the one overwhelming part of my experience … Continue reading “Studying Abroad in Spain has been the Adventure of a Lifetime!”
“Spain has a special place where everyone enters, leaves, meets, gathers, wanders, or just stops for a moment, called Plaza Mayor. Plaza Mayor simply refers to the main square. The mid-18th century main square in Salamanca has many cultural and social purposes for the public. Certainly, similar plazas could be found virtually in any city … Continue reading “I’ll Meet You Under the Clock in Salamanca, Spain!”
“SPC Study abroad in Spain was my first time traveling abroad and my first timed traveling alone or with a random group of people. If I had let my fears and apprehensions make the decision for me to go or not, then I would have missed out on one of greatest experiences of my life. … Continue reading First Time SPC Traveler Shares the Greatest Experience of his Life!
SPC student, Samantha Cameron, shares her experience in Spain with St. Petersburg College after receiving a study abroad scholarship: “My experience in Salamanca has been nothing less than spectacular. I never imagined I would see such beauty. Admittedly, I was very nervous about traveling so far but the study abroad team has made the transition smooth … Continue reading “My experience in Salamanca has been Nothing less than Spectacular!”
SPC student, Tiffany Elliot, shares her experience in Salamanca, Spain with St. Petersburg College after receiving a study abroad scholarship: “Vamos chicos!” Oh, that sweet melody that glides off our professor’s tongue. It’s the call that lets me know we have wandered far enough and it is time to move on to the next glorious … Continue reading “I have Changed!” SPC Student Shares her Life Changing Adventure!
SPC student, Alicia Follis, shares her experience in Salamanca, Spain with St. Petersburg College after receiving a study abroad scholarship: “My experience studying Spanish and the culture of Spain, thus far, has definitely exceeded my expectations. I came into this study abroad trip not knowing a single soul, and now I can confidently say all … Continue reading “Salamanca has been a Dream and Feels like Home!”