Study Abroad in Spain

The Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3) is a small public university well-known for the quality of its teaching. The University offers a high quality and diverse educational experience. It has a strong international agenda. International students comprise 27% of the student body.

UNC students will be taking courses at the Getafe campus. Getafe is a municipality of Madrid located 10 KM south of Central Madrid. This campus has two schools: the School of Social Science and Law and the School of Humanities. The modern campus installations include two libraries, computer rooms in various buildings, audiovisual rooms, recording studios, court rooms, wireless internet access throughout the campus, and a sports center with facilities for basketball, tennis, squash, beach-volleyball and sauna. The campus is well connected to the city center by public transportation.

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Dates

Application Deadline for Summer: March 12
Summer Semester: September- Mid January

Spring Application Deadline: October 1
SpringSemester:Mid January- May

Costs

Students will pay tuition and fees to UNC. They will pay all other expenses in Spain. The budget given in US dollars is an estimate and is subject to change dependent on exchange rates.
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(1 USD = .77 Euro)	Estimated Costs
Tuition & Fees- (average based on resident tuition w/o COF)	$3,300	Paid to UNC in USD
Study Abroad Admin Fee	$300	Paid to UNC in USD
Study Abroad Health Insurance	$170	Paid to UNC in USD
Books & Supplies	$260	200 Euros
Housing, Meals, and other living costs	$6,535	1000 Euros / month
Round Trip Travel	$1,500	Paid to Airline in USD
Visa fees and travel to LA	$800
TOTAL	$12,865

*All costs are estimated based on a five-month semester.

Location and Activities

Madrid is the capital and largest city of Spain. It is the third largest city in Europe and rated as one of the 10 most livable cities in the world. The city mixes a modern infrastructure with the historic feel of its neighborhoods and streets. The city is home to many cultural landmarks such as the Royal Palace, Royal Theatre, Prado Museum, and the National Library. The city hosts a bustling night life with bars, cafes, and music satisfying every possible interest. The city is also home to a strong sporting culture. One of the most famous soccer teams in the world, Real Madrid, plays its home games in the city. Additionally, one may also see sports uniquely Spanish such as bullfighting.

UC3M is home to first-rate facilities including a sports center with basketball, tennis, squash, beach-volleyball and sauna. In addition, the university offers a wide cultural program on the campus including theatre, music, dance, workshops and activities...you’re sure to find here the activities that best suit your taste.
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Courses

Students may take Accounting, Business, Economics, Finance, Film, Journalism, and Sociology coursework in English. Students fluent in Spanish may also take coursework in Political Science or Sociology. Intensive Spanish language courses are offered prior to each semester. Students may also take one Spanish language course during the semester. There is an additional fee of 110-280 Euros for Spanish courses.

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Semester Spanish language courses are 40 hours (4 hours per week)

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UC3 uses the ECTS credit system. You will enroll in a minimum of 24 ECTS credits a semester while abroad, which is equivalent to 12 UNC transfer credits.

Language of Instruction

English and/or Spanish

Students taking courses in Spanish should have at least 4 semesters of Spanish courses completed.

Eligibility

This program is open to all majors. 2-5 students can participate each semester. Students may apply for one semester or one academic year. To be eligible to apply students must have at least a 2.5 GPA and have completed at least 24 UNC credit hours.

Housing

Students will have the option to live in a residence hall or participate in a unique home stay opportunity.

Residence Halls: The student residence halls are very nice and spacious. Each hall of residence includes a cafeteria where students will be provided with meals as part of their semester rent. Students can choose to room in one of the two halls:

Fernando de los Rios: The hall has capacity for 380 residents distributed in 170 double rooms, 16 single rooms, 10 apartments, and 4 rooms specially outfitted for individuals with special needs. All rooms have a complete individual bath. Click here for a virtual tour of the residence hall and rooms.
Fernando Abril Martorell: Being the newest of the residence halls, it has benefited from experience and its numerous amenities and services are unequalled. This centre has 200 rooms with 100 doubles and 100 singles, six of which are equipped for individuals with special needs. Each of the rooms has an individual bath and the double rooms have one and a half baths. There is also a living room area with a sofa and coffee table for studying and relaxing. Click here for a virtual tour of the residence hall and rooms.
Home Stay: Carlos III University of Madrid, in collaboration with the Viure i Conviure Foundation of Obra Social de Caixa Catalunya, responds to the need for companionship of many senior citizens in Madrid as well as the housing needs of young people studying at our University who are not from the Madrid area, by offering intergenerational housing. For those students who are looking for a central location, or one close to their school, it is an alternative for free lodging in the homes of these seniors in need of companionship. Click here for more information regarding the home stay option.

Application

Students must first complete the UNC study abroad. Students meeting the minimum requirements will be selected to participate. If selected, the student will need to complete an admissions application for Universidad Carlos III de Madrid upon acceptance to UC3M.

Visa

Students who study in Spain are required to obtain a visa before departure. The Spanish consulate requires individuals to appear in person at the Los Angeles, CA location to apply for the visa.

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