Broad Curriculum Program
Valencia, Spain | Spring
Experience Valencia, where rich history meets the modern world. The broad curriculum program at FSU Valencia offers the opportunity to pursue general requirements and elective courses in a variety of curriculums while living in Spain. Experiential learning through academic and social excursions will immerse you in Spain’s lively traditions with its welcoming citizens. Free time for personal travel allows you the chance to explore on your own, fostering new friendships along the way. The spring semester offers the unique opportunity to experience the lively festival of Fallas, a week filled with art, culture, firecrackers, and parades.
Eligibility
This program is open to all interested undergraduate students.
Other Considerations & Requirements
Priority is given to students in good conduct standing with a GPA of 2.5 or higher; exceptions may be granted upon appeal. Additional priority & consideration during the rolling admissions process may be given to currently-enrolled FSU students and/or applicants who are scholarship winners or who meet other exceptional criteria.
Note: Do not purchase airline tickets until advised to do so in the IP portal.
FSU Valencia Study Center
Positioned behind the iconic Serrano Towers as pictured here, the FSU Valencia study center is located in the heart of the city’s historic district. The building brings history to life with exposed 10th century Moorish walls and glass floors that showcase 14th century leather tanning tanks. Modern comforts including classrooms, a computer lab, study spaces, and administrative offices blend in seamlessly with the historic features, creating a remarkable learning environment.
Housing
Program housing is in shared apartments in the historic district of the city. Apartments are located either on the top floors of the study center or in nearby buildings. Each apartment includes a fully-equipped kitchen, shared bathroom, and a furnished living area. Wi-Fi and a regular cleaning service with a change of bed linens and towels is included. You'll also have access to laundry facilities.
Note: Overnight guests are not allowed in program housing.
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Academics
On this program, you can choose from a wide array of courses which may count toward your major or minor. You’ll have the opportunity to use the city as your classroom through immersive academic experiences led by expert faculty.
Excursions & Activities
You'll receive a program calendar before you leave; here are some examples taken from past programs of potential excursions & activities you may do:
Overnight trips (two trips): Andalusia (including Granada's Alhambra, Seville, and/or Córdoba), Northern Castile (including the Camino de Santiago and/or other historic sites)
Day trips: Immersive art and/or culinary experiences, nature activities, sports sites, wineries, Albufera Natural Park, Xativa Castle, and/or other historic sites
Academic & other local experiences: City tours, paella cooking show, City of Arts & Sciences, and/or visits to operas, museums, markets
Extracurricular activities: Fallas traditional festival, food tastings, Spanish club, and sports activities including fitness club, running, soccer, and basketball
Included in the Fee
Academic Credit
12-16 credit hours
Housing Abroad
Shared apartment style
Excursions & Activities
Meal Vouchers
€725 for the semester
International Health Insurance
On-Site Pastoral Support
Admin & Academic Support
And More!
Including: entry visa application fee; scheduled group airport pick-up
