Institute of Spanish Studies – Valencia

Study abroad · Valencia, Spain May 30 – June 30, 2027

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Study abroad · Valencia, Spain May 30 – June 30, 2027

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Summer Study Abroad Option to Fulfill the FSU Language Requirement

Take your language requirement abroad while fully immersing yourself in Spanish culture.

Spend five unforgettable weeks in Valencia, one of Spain’s most vibrant coastal cities. Valencia is the perfect mix of European charm and modern student life, a Mediterranean city where studying abroad feels like a dream. You live with a local host family and experience Spanish culture firsthand, and your classes are fun and engaging, led by highly qualified professors with extensive experience teaching study abroad students.

Program Overview

  • Elementary Spanish (Beginner)
  • 1 FSU Course-Credit (Credit info)
  • Speaking, listening, reading & writing
  • Qualified Spanish faculty

Why Valencia

  • Mediterranean beaches: Sunny beaches just minutes from downtown.
  • World-famous cuisine: Home of paella.
  • Historic old town: One of Spain’s most beautiful city centers.
  • Safe, student-friendly city: Walkable, well connected and international.

Academic Credit & Approval

The course meets the language requirement. Official transcripts and academic documentation are provided.

Credit Equivalency (Exclusively for Framingham State University students):

Standard 3-credit courses at the Institute of Spanish Studies (ISS Valencia) may be equivalent to 4 credit hours (semester hours) exclusively for Framingham State University students. Framingham students earn these 4 credits only if they complete the required additional hours and coursework through supplemental academic assignments directed by faculty.

Students should consult their academic advisor prior to enrollment.

Program Cost: $3,500

May 30 – June 30, 2027 · Application deadline: April 5, 2027

Program Includes

  • Elementary Spanish (FSU language requirement option)
  • Homestay with full board
  • Health insurance