Summer Study Abroad Program

The Summer Study Abroad in Spain for Teachers of Spanish Program is designed for bilingual teachers, teacher candidates, and senior college students planning to enhance Spanish skills for teaching. An advanced level of Spanish is required to participate in the program. We partner with University of Valladolid in Spain.

Program Overview

Applications are due February 15th, 2027, including a $500, non-refundable deposit. For more information about the study abroad program, please visit Global Programs' Study Abroad webpage.

Travel and Course Info

Arrival Date: Saturday, Jun. 26, 2027
Course Dates: Monday, Jun. 28 - Friday, Jul. 9, 2027
Departure Date: Saturday, Jul. 10, 2027

$2,200 Program Fees Include:

University fees, health insurance, student ID card
Morning: instruction; Afternoon: cultural events
Excursions: Segovia, Castillo Peñafiel - Ruta del Vino
Guided visits to local museums & city tour
International Cooking School experience
Private homestay with all meals included
Time to explore Valladolid’s culture, art, music, & food
Certificate ceremony & tapas last day of classes
CSUSM faculty lead in Valladolid during your visit

NOTE: Fees do NOT include airfare, ground transportation or personal expenses. Travelers make their own travel arrangements. Valid passport required; COVID-19 vaccination recommended.

Additional Units Available

Earn 3 units by adding EDUC 582 online through CSUSM for an additional fee of $252.

What are people saying about their experience?

"Learning in this program really enhanced my vision as a dual language teacher. I highly recommend it."

- Liliana de Portilla, Dual Language Teacher

"I am more motivated than ever to create activities for my students with meaningful words and usage."

- Daffne Villalobos, Dual Language Teacher

Questions?

Information Sessions

Monday, Nov. 9 @ 4:00 - 5:00 pm (Join Meeting)
Tuesday, Dec. 1 @ 4:00 -5:00 pm (Join Meeting)

Program Contacts:

Ana Hernández
Professor, School of Education
ahernandez@csusm.edu

Tiffany Gabbard
Assistant Director, Study Abroad - Office of Global Programs & Services
tgabbard@csusm.edu