Granada

The City of Granada

Granada is a fairytale city known for its rich history, blend of cultures, and wonderful surroundings. This unique student town combines countless cultural events and a bustling night life with multiple outdoor activities from hiking to lying on warm Mediterranean beaches. Within a short walk you can be transported from outdoor cafés and typical markets to the narrow stoned streets of neighborhoods rich with culture or the caves of the gypsy quarter made famous by flamenco lovers.

Granada Facts:

• Location of City: Southeastern Spain, 20 miles away from the Sierra Nevada Ski resort and 30 minutes from the coast
• Population of City: 238,300
• Why It's Special: Home to the Alhambra; located between the Mediterranean and the mountains; university town with youthful atmosphere
• Must Sees: Alhambra; Arab, Jewish and Gypsy quarters; sunset at the Mirador of San Nicolas
  
  

Airport Reception & Return

Students who arrive at the designated airport prior to arrival cut-off time on the arrival day for their program will be picked up at the airport and transferred to their assigned housing. In addition, students leaving on the last day of the program will also receive return transportation their designated airport.

Housing & Meals

All students will stay with a homestay family. All families have been screened by our local resident staff and have been carefully chosen to ensure the best possible living arrangements. Staying with a family is a great way to complement your classroom study, as you have the opportunity to practice your language skills and learn about the Spanish culture.

Tuition & Fees

The CEA program price covers the cost of standard tuition and registration fees at your host institution. Tuition includes the courses indicated in the program.

College Credit

An official transcript from the University of New Haven will be issued at the end of your CEA program. The amount of credit awarded is at the discretion of your home school.

Medical Insurance

CEA Insurance through HTH Worldwide is included in your program cost. This comprehensive medical insurance plan covers a maximum of $250,000 for any illness or accident abroad and does not carry a deductible. Coverage includes most medical expenses, emergency evacuation and a full range of 24-hour medical assistance.

Onsite Orientation

CEA will provide you with helpful resources and advising before you leave home. Once you arrive at your program destination, CEA will hold an in-depth group orientation, where you will explore your new host city, as well as learn more about local customs, extracurricular activities, CEA policies, and health and safety information. In addition, you will have the opportunity to get to know other CEA participants as you begin to adjust to life in your new environment.

Resident Staff

CEA has an experienced and friendly staff to ensure that you have a positive study abroad experience. From securing housing and planning activities to providing academic support and cultural counseling, the resident staff are available to help you make a smooth transition into your new culture and educational environment.

Excursions

As part of your CEA experience, you will receive at least two day trips to locations outside your program destination. These excursions are designed to give you a more in-depth look into the landscape and culture of your host country. All transportation and entrance fees are included.

Immersion Activities

CEA resident staff plan activities throughout the week, designed to help introduce you to local customs, culture and people, as well as to help you explore your new city. Activities may vary weekly and some may require an additional fee.

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Eligibility

• Participants must be currently enrolled in a US High School
• Age: Participants must be at least 16 years of age by the program start date
• GPA: 2.5 (4.0 Scale)
• Language Level: Participants must have taken at least 1 year of High School Spanish

Academic Focus

The Spanish Language Studies program is designed for students of all language levels who are interested in improving their language skills. Your courses will focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing. All students will take a placement exam upon arrival to determine their language level. You will be in class with other US and international students.

Classes meet for four hours in the morning, Monday through Friday. At the end of your four week session, you will have participated in 80 hours of coursework, which is generally worth 5 semester credits in the US university system. Students participating in the July 2-Week session will complete 40 hours of coursework, which is generally worth 3 credits in the US university system. Please refer to the Courses & Credits tab for specific course descriptions.

Housing

All CEA students will live in a homestay. Homestays may consist of a single señora (with or without children) or a traditional two-parent household. This housing option allows students to continue practicing Spanish outside of the classroom while learning about Spanish culture. In most cases, students will stay in a double room with another CEA participant. All families are welcoming and generous with their home, but participants should remember that they are guests and will be expected to adapt to the traditions and rules of their homestay.

You will be provided three meals per day and laundry service once a week. All homestays are located within Granada's city center and are walking distance from classes.

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Itineraries

CEA resident staff plan activities each week to help students become more familiar with their host city and surrounding area, as well as introduce them to the local culture. Itineraries will be finalized several months prior to the program start date; however, we have included below what typical program activities and excursions will include:

Excursions

Students will receive at least two day trips during the four week sessions and one day trip during the two week session. We have described some of the excursion opportunities that may be offered during your session.

	Málaga Málaga is the major coastal city of the Costa del Sol. Students will visit the castle overlooking Málaga which was originally Phoenician, La Alcazaba, a fortress which dates back to 1065 and is now a fascinating archaeological museum. Students will also visit the Pablo Picasso museum, which has an extensive selection of works by the artist from the private collections of Christine Ruiz-Picasso, the widow of Picasso's son Paul, and their son, Bernard.
	Seville Seville is the capital city of Andalusia, Spain's most southern province, and home to the world's largest Gothic cathedral. Students may visit the Alcazar (a 14th century Moorish palace), the Maestranza (Seville's world famous bull ring), or relax in a paddle boat in the beautiful María Luisa park.
	Córdoba Once the vibrant capital of Muslim Spain, Córdoba is home to the Mesquita, one of the world's largest and oldest (1200 years old) mosques. Students take a walking tour of the winding streets, admiring the balconies decorated with colorful flowers and white washed patios. The old Jewish quarter introduces the 1315 synagogue, one of the only three left in Spain.
	Nerja Nerja is often considered the most beautiful spot in Costa del Sol. The weather is pleasant in this region of southern Spain and a trip to the beach is very comfortable from March to November. Students are often impressed by the enormous caves of Nerja, whose 20,000 year old wall paintings are indicative of a prehistoric population.
	Gibraltar As the southernmost point in Europe, Gibraltar is the exact point where the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean sea meet and on a sunny day Africa is visible across the water. This small English colony is also host to a colony of monkeys.

Immersion Activities

Below is a sample of the types of activities that students may experience during their program.

Chocolate con Churros
Students enjoy chocolate con churros with local Spanish students where they can practice their Spanish.

Tea House at the Albaycin
Having tea with typical Arab pastries at the Albaycin transports students to a Middle Eastern atmosphere and provides them with a better understanding of the culture of southern Spain.

Tapas
Granada is famous for its tapas and there is a variety of places at which to enjoy them. CEA will organize a tapas night during which students can sample several delicious treats.

Flamenco at the Zambras
The Zambras are the caves in which Flamenco shows are held, located in the Sacromonte, the unique gypsy neighbourhood facing the Alhambra.

Arab Baths
Water is essential for the Arab culture. Students learn the meaning of the Arab Bath ritual where the murmur of water intermingles with a peaceful atmosphere and the simple refinement inherited from Al-Andalus.

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Courses & Credits

University of Granada

Students will take classes at the University of Granada's Modern Language Center, Centro de Lenguas Modernas, established in 1992. It is located in the historic and central Realejo neighborhood, in the ancient Palace of Santa Cruz (16th century) and in a charming modern palace called the Huerta de los Ángeles (early 20th century). The Centro accommodates in these two buildings approximately 10,000 Spanish and international students. Faculty includes both specialists in language instruction as well as University professors and lecturers.

Grades & Transcripts

Students who successfully complete their program will receive an official transcript from the University of New Haven (UNH). Additional details about the transcript process will be available in the upcoming weeks.

Course Descriptions

Course descriptions for the Advanced and Superior levels are available upon request. Please contact CEA for further information.

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