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Semester in Seville (UPO)

Seville, Spain

Program Overview

Spend a fall or spring semester (or academic year!) in Seville, Spain, at the Universidad Pablo de Olavide (UPO), a modern American-style campus located just outside the city center. With excellent sports facilities, a vibrant cafeteria, and a diverse student population of both domestic and international students, UPO offers a dynamic and inclusive environment. Choose from a wide range of courses in Spanish or English, designed to transfer seamlessly to your home university. Housing options include dorms, host families, or independent living, allowing you to tailor your experience to your preferences. Our bilingual, multicultural on-site team organizes engaging activities and excursions, helping you fully immerse yourself in Andalusian culture and create a semester filled with personal and academic growth.

Career Development

Studying abroad at the Universidad Pablo de Olavide is more than an academic journey—it’s a transformative experience that sets you apart in the competitive job market. Complement your university degree with courses taught in English or Spanish, showcasing your adaptability and global mindset. Develop critical skills like cross-cultural communication, independence, and problem-solving, all of which employers value highly. By immersing yourself in Andalusian culture and engaging with an international community, you’ll leave with an enhanced résumé, a broader perspective, and the tools to thrive in an interconnected world.

No prior knowledge of Spanish is required to participate in this program

Program Highlights

Comprehensive Medical Insurance

The program includes comprehensive medical insurance, providing coverage for the duration of your stay.

Cultural Activities

Immerse yourself in the local culture with a variety of engaging activities that bring each destination to life.

Apply your financial aid abroad

As a full-time student you can apply your existing financial aid to help fund your study abroad experience.

Diverse Housing Placements

Select from housing options tailored to your preferences, ensuring a comfortable and fulfilling experience abroad.

English courses available

Take university courses in English or immerse yourself further by studying in the local language.

Fall and Spring Sessions

Spend a fall or spring semester abroad, or why not enroll for the year?

Make Seville your home

Dive into the lively culture of Sevilla and make it your home away from home.

American-Style Campus

Study at UPO, a modern campus with sports facilities, cafeteria, and a diverse international community.

About Seville, Spain

Seville is the artistic, cultural and financial capital of Southern Spain. The city is renowned for its warm climate and friendly culture, making it an ideal setting for language learning, cultural integration and professional development. A stroll through the city's winding cobblestone streets reveals a wide array of bustling sidewalk cafes and tapas bars, spontaneous flamenco performances and an active nightlife. Internationally known for the grandeur of its Easter Week processions and April Fair, Seville offers a variety of rich cultural experiences set against historical Roman, Muslim, and Jewish influence.

Activities

This program includes engaging activities to immerse you in the local history and vibrant culture. Past activities have included:

Ice Cream Social
Group Dinners
Kayak/Canoe Activity
Tapas Night
Soccer Activity
Mediterranean Cooking
Flamenco Show
Horse and Carriage

Popular Excursions

Experience the vibrant regions around Sevilla through organized excursions included in your semester program. Past destinations have included:

Granada

Granada calls with its Moorish legacy. Start at Plaza Nueva, visit the Alhambra, wander Albaicín’s streets, and uncover hidden gems.

Cádiz

Discover Cádiz, Spain’s ancient gem by the sea. Visit the Cádiz Cathedral, explore Barrio del Pópulo, and unwind at La Caleta beach.

Córdoba

Discover Córdoba, a crossroads of cultures where Muslim, Christian, and Jewish heritage blend.

Host Institution

Univeristy Pablo de Olavide (UPO)

University Pablo de Olavide (UPO) in Seville offers international students a range of specialized programs, including Spanish language courses, European and Spanish studies, and diverse academic options in social sciences, business, and humanities. Known for small class sizes and personalized attention, UPO combines rigorous academics with cultural immersion, excursions, and vibrant campus activities. Students leave with a profound academic and cultural experience, well-prepared for future academic and professional endeavors.

Housing Options

Our program provides flexible housing options, allowing you to choose the accommodation that best fits your needs and preferences.

Student Residence Dorms

Our dorms offer furnished rooms and social spaces, with amenities like pools and gyms available in some locations.

Family Housing

Our family stay comes with a full meal plan. Enjoy authentic living, language practice, and convenient city access.

Independent Living

Secure your own housing in Seville and request to allocate part of your housing budget towards it.

Dates and Pricing

2025 Spring - University Pablo de Olavide

Program Duraton

15 weeks

Application Deadline

November 1, 2024

Program Fee

$15,900

Start Date

January 24, 2025

End Date

May 21, 2025
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2025 Fall - University Pablo de Olavide

Program Duraton

15 weeks

Application Deadline

July 1, 2025

Program Fee

$15,900

Start Date

September 17, 2025

End Date

December 12, 2025
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