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ALBA STUDY ABROAD | 2018

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ALBA Study Abroad in Barcelona is a fully-accredited U.S. university

program offering students extraordinary, personalized international

experiences in Barcelona, Spain. We feature academic programs,

internships, and service learning experiences in economics & global

business, communications, Spanish language & culture, and many

more subjects!

DISCOVER WHAT YOU CAN LEARN BEYOND THE CLASSROOM.

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TA B L EO F C O N T E N T S

SECTION PAGE

ABOUT US 04

DIRECTOR’S WELCOME 05

OUR PROGRAMS 06

OUR TEAM 07

QUARTER & SEMESTER PROGRAMS 08

SUMMER SPANISH INTENSIVE 10

SUMMER STUDY ABROAD 11

ATHLETES ABROAD IN BARCELONA 12

INTERNATIONAL INTERNSHIPS 14

HOUSING 16

EXCURSIONS & TRIPS 17

ALL COURSES 18

PROGRAM FEES & DATES 21

HOW TO APPLY & FINANCIAL AID 22

FINANCIAL AID PROCESS 23

THE ALBA EXPERIENCE 24

CONTACT US 26


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S T U D Y A B R O A D W I T H A L B AL E A R N B E Y O N D T H E C L A S S R O O M

ABOUT US

OUR MISSION

WHY ALBA?

ALBA Study Abroad is a small, personalized study abroad program in Barcelona, Spain, with over 25 years’ experience hosting students. From personalized academic offerings to cultural engagements and awesome housing, we’ll make sure you have an incredible experience abroad.

Here, you’ll find expert local professors who teach in English and think in Spanish. Explore Barcelona, nearby villages and the local countryside with class field studies and excursions, and take in the unique ‘flavor’ of Barcelona with knowledgeable guides. Come find the amazing things you can learn from living and studying abroad in a multicultural European city. Barcelona, Spain and Europe await!

We help our students become citizens of the world by providing a unique, life-changing, fun-filled academic and cultural experience.

● U.S. undergraduate transfer credit for all classes through Portland State University ● Small cohort sizes limited to approximately 40 to 60 students per term ● Classes held in the heart of Barcelona: “Plaza Cataluña”, the biggest and more lively square in the city. ● Courses taught in English by local Barcelona university professors. Spanish classes are, of course, taught in Spanish

“WE HELP OUR STUDENTS BECOME CITIZENS OF THE WORLD BY PROVIDING A UNIQUE LIFE CHANGING, FUN-FILLED ACADEMIC AND CULTURAL EXPERIENCE.”

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D I R E C T O R ’ SW E L C O M E

My name is Charles and along with my wife, Tracy, we’re excited to welcome you to ALBA Study Abroad. For more than 25 years, our program, founded by Dr. Charles Grant (LSE, PSU), has been hosting students in Barcelona, Spain. We decided to make our life here (along with our three Spanish-born boys), and our aim is to help you have the best study abroad experience in the world.

Barcelona is located in the heart of Catalunya, Spain. The rest of Europe is just a quick flight or train ride away. Barcelona is incredibly culturally diverse: an absolutely amazing European, Catalan and Spanish city to live and study abroad in. Generations of ALBA students agree with us!

Our study abroad program is special. Small classes, custom trips around the region, and unique internships tailored to your needs are only a few of the features that we provide.

We sincerely hope you choose ALBA. Send us a message or call us — we’re here to help guide you on an amazing adventure.

Have a great trip, or as they say in Catalunya, bon viatge! We look forward to hosting you here in Barcelona!

Write us at [email protected]’ll get back to you right away!

• Study with students from diverse U.S. and international backgrounds

• Experience a variety of faculty-led field events and excursions in and outside of Barcelona

• Dynamic, experiential learning comes first in all our programs

• International internship coordination and academic credits available via customized placements with local organizations

Discover what you can learn beyond the classroom.

Charles & Tracy Harris-Inman

Executive Director, ALBAProgram Manager, ALBA

O U R P R O G R A M S

Offering accredited Barcelona study abroad programs for international business, economics, Spanish language & culture, communications, political science, sociology, art, architecture, history and other liberal arts subjects. ALBA has a wide range of academic, professional and cultural opportunities with the flexibility to meet your individual needs.

Our diverse course options include different academic plans for our quarter & semester study sessions, and ALBA summer intensives offering classes in all disciplines including Spanish language and culture. Internship programs are offered year-round. Students from all universites are welcome to attend and all courses are fully accredited for U.S. undergraduate credit through Portland State University. They are transferable to essentially any other university in the world.

ALBA STUDY ABROAD | 2016 -2017

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Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall options all offer a wide variety of diverse course options for both quarter and semester school students.

QUARTER & SEMESTER STUDY

Offered year-round, our Spanish Language and Culture intensive is ideal for students with intermediate or higher Spanish. Beginners’ options possible.

SPANISH INTENSIVE

120-150 hour internships that are 12-15 hours/week for credit, usually combined with one or two other classes of your choice (recommended).

INTERNATIONAL INTERNSHIPS


M E E T O U R T E A M !


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Dr. Francesc Muñoz Faculty Member and Advisor

Francesc Muñoz is the Director of the Observatory of Urbanization at the Universidad Autonomo de Barcelona (UAB). He is a long-term professor and advisor for ALBA and co-director of ALBA Athletes Abroad.

TRACY HARRIS-INMANProgram Manager

Tracy coordinates information inquiries and all aspects of on-site scheduling. After nearly 20 years, living abroad has proven to be an exciting and highly positive experience for both Tracy and Charles, and they are genuinely excited about sharing their experiences with all students interested in living and studying abroad.

Dr. Carles Murillo Faculty Member

Born in Barcelona, Carles obtained his Ph.D. in Contemporary Spanish Fiction from the University of Edinburgh, where he taught Spanish literature, language, and culture. When not teaching, he enjoys traveling, watching films, and football.

Dr. Marina Díaz-CristóbalAcademic Director & Faculty Member

Dr. Díaz-Cristóbal studied political science at the Complutense University of Madrid and received her doctorate in history at Tufts University in the United States. She has taught at Kings College London, worked at Harvard University, and has been with ALBA for many years.

Dr. Josep Barcons Faculty Member

Dr. Josep Barcons Palau has a PhD from Universitat Pompeu Fabra and a second degree in classical guitar. He is a professor and academic director of the Escola de Música Casp & two choirs. He also writes for various cultural and musical publications.

Our on-site team have all studied abroad and lived in Barcelona for many years. Each of us is here to help you maximize your experience. Our professors are local experts drawn from the area’s universities who teach in English and think in Spanish. We have many more professors who teach on demand each throughout the year.

CHARLES HARRIS-INMANExecutive Director

Charles directs and manages the ALBA program, including recruiting, class scheduling, professor relations, student housing, and social programs. He also interfaces with the Office of International Affairs at Portland State University and other universities. He and Tracy have lived in Barcelona since 1998 where their three sons were all born.


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Q U A R T E R & S E M E S T E RP R O G R A M S

ALBA is one of the first & few undergraduate Barcelona study abroad programs to offer upper-division U.S. credit for international, global business, economics, political science, history, Spanish language & culture, communications and liberal arts classes alike. Our course offerings are always updated online, so check to see what specific classes we have available for your time abroad. Additional classes are added to each term offering based on demand: we can custom-fit your academic needs.

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Q U A R T E R & S E M E S T E RS T U D Y A B R O A D

ALBA offers diverse electives year-round for many majors and areas of interests. You can earn up to 21 quarter / 14 semester credits per each 11-week term. All ALBA elective courses (other than Spanish language classes) are worth 5 quarter credits (3.3-4 semester credits) and are taught in English. Spanish language classes are worth 6-quarter credits (4-semester credits).Nearly all classes are taught at the ALBA facilities located in Barcelona’s city center, in the heart of the Gothic quarter.

“ALBA truly gave me the exact summer experience I was looking for — and more. I met friends that I will stay in touch with forever, had an amazing time traveling on the weekends to visit friends in England and France, and dared to try new things I had never thought of doing before. I felt safe, happy, healthy, and cared for... I really would hate to be the girl that, after a great blog post about her studies, threw in the whole, “studying abroad changed my life” cliché…so I’m not going to say it. But what I will say is that if you do decide to go abroad, don’t just go with a random program:

Study with ALBA.And that will change your life.”

-Olivia Schreiber, U of Wisconsin Madison, Classes & Internship, Summer ‘16

Fall quarter or fall semester study abroad in Barcelona

is becoming a more popular choice for many

North American and other international students from

around the world.

FALL TERMWinter term (winter quarter, 2nd/spring semester) study

abroad in Barcelona has always been a popular choice for

students as they can escape their colder home campuses

for the sun and warmth of the Mediterranean and Barcelona.

WINTER TERMTo live and study abroad in Barcelona spring quarter or for spring semester has

many great advantages. The temperatures stay between 60

to 90 degrees and it’s sunny nearly every day!

SPRING TERM

$9,800 TOTAL COST (APX)


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S U M M E R S PA N I S H I N T E N S I V E T R A C K

5 WEEKS

$6,300TOTAL COST

Taught in Spanish, our classes are designed to develop and sharpen Spanish language skills by exploring local Spanish and Catalan culture.

SPANISH LANGUAGE

Initiates students to the history and culture of twentieth century Spain through the film and literary perspectives offered by Spanish filmmakers and novelists.

FILM AND LITERATURE

The Catalan language and history in coexistence with Castilian Spanish has played a defining role in the development of Catalan & Spanish identity. Learn more!

CULTURE COURSES

ALBA summer intensives for Spanish language and culture are five weeks long and provide a great opportunity to develop your Spanish fluency.

All classes are conducted in Spanish and take place both in the classroom and outside the classroom in Barcelona in diverse settings. This creates a genuine, contextualized and immersive learning experience.

Intermediate to upper-intermediate level of Spanish recommended, but programs for lower-intermediate and beginners are available.

JUNE 25TH TO

AUGUST 2ND

FRIDAY + WEEKEND = TRAVEL

ALBA STUDY ABROAD | 2018ALBA STUDY ABROAD | 2016 -2017

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ALBA’s summer study abroad programs in Barcelona are unique in many ways compared to regular quarter and semester programs. Namely, as the entire term takes place in five weeks, students are able to explore and travel Europe for up to seven weeks more without any special visa (90 days are allowed by the Schengen Agreement).

Summer in Barcelona is hot and sunny nearly every day, but with a nice, constant breeze coming off of the Mediterranean Sea. City and beach cafes and restaurants all have their terraces open. ALBA holds classes Monday to Thursday, meaning that you have three-day weekends for our ALBA excursions and independent travel.

S U M M E R S T U D Y A B R O A D ( E N G L I S H )

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS AND COMMUNICATION TRACK

CLASSES CONDUCTED IN ENGLISH 3-6 HRS / DAY

EXCURSIONS MOST WEEKENDS


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A L B A AT H L E T E S A B R O A DC O L L E G I AT E T R A I N I N G P R O G R A M S

In my last fifteen years’ of coaching, I have seen many talented athletes unable to study abroad and remain a collegiate varsity athlete. Keeping up with training is always hard while off campus, and study abroad programs traditionally haven’t offered ways for college athletes to keep in their regiment. This program changes that.

I developed this opportunity with ALBA to allow collegiate student-athletes to experience studying abroad while staying in shape for the season. It is tailored for collegiate soccer players, but athletes from other sports will find that my trainings accomodate their needs as well.

Set in the famous town of Messi, our program incorporates the necessary fitness regime and tracking that high performance sports necessitate. ALBA will take care of your academic and cultural interests, while my training program will keep you in top form.

You can choose from a variety of accredited courses, listed at the end of this catalog, while on the program. Keeping up academically and professionally while abroad means that you’ll return home stronger, faster, and smarter than before.

Mixing sports, academics, and the unique multi-cultural community of Barcelona makes our athletic program a win-win! We’re here to help you every step of the way. I’m excited to offer this to my athletes and sincerely hope that you join us.

ALBA Athletes Abroad Coordinating Coach

COACH CORD FARMERDARTMOUTH COLLEGE WOMEN’S SOCCER

● A full weekly training regime tailored to your specific athletic training needs. ● Exclusive benefits for ALBA students from our collaboration with the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (Observatory of Urbanization and Centre for Olympic Studies) including:

● Training with other athletes from Barcelona and around the world

● Use of high-quality, fully-equipped local training facilities

● Entrance to a variety of sporting events across the city ● ALBA classes on sports, culture, society and geography, in addition to other ALBA regular term classes. ● Internship opportunities with Barcelona athletic organizations, local businesses and charitable groups.

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MONDAY-THURSDAY

● ALBA classes in the morning ● Training and/or scrimmages in the afternoon

● ALBA-sponsored excursions (optional) ● Or a free travel day

● Free for you to explore Barcelona, the rest of Spain, and Europe!

W E E K LY S C H E D U L E

ALBA terms that accommodate off-season study and training:

Winter term (Jan 8th — Mar 16th)Women’s and Men’s Soccer + Football

Spring term (March 28th - June 7th)Women’s and Men’s Basketball

Summer term (June 25th - August 2nd)Baseball and all other sports

FRIDAY

WEEKEND

Questions? We’re here to answer them. Reach out. We can customize fitness programs for your needs. ALBA.PDX.EDU


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I N T E R N AT I O N A L I N T E R N S I H P S

OVERVIEW

Need an internship for your studies? We can place you in a firm or organization inside or near Barcelona! Internships can be worth up to 6 quarter credits (4 semester credits) and combine project-based placements in your area of interest. Internships are available in all areas of study and Spanish language is usually not a requirement.

• Business• Film Studies• Social Work• Teaching• Science and Tech

“I learned an incredible amount about filming, production and editing from my Film Studies internship while exploring Barcelona and Catalunya every day” Cameron H., Internship, Summer ‘16

We’ll set you up with a unique internship abroad in Barcelona — giving you a leg up on your

future career.

CUSTOM INTERSHIPS

Our partners pledge to offer creative, engaging work that keeps your head and your

heart in the game.

CREATIVE PROJECTS

Reserach shows that students with internships and international experience are more likely to get hired after graduating, and get paid more in their work.

ABOUT THE $$ ● Gain international experience and real-life job skills ● Global networking & intercultural opporunities ● Increase your job chances after graduation ● Set yourself up for working abroad!

WHY INTERN ABROAD?

We typically arrange 120-150 hour internships that take 12-15 hours of work each week. Internships, once approved, provide credit through PSU that is combined with one or two other classes, such as Spanish language and one other elective course in your area of study.

ABOUT OUR INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

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INTERNATIONAL

INTERNSHIPS GIVE

OUR STUDENTS A

COMPETITIVE EDGE IN

A GLOBAL MARKET

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HOUSINGALBA offers a variety of accommodation options for our students. Depending on your needs and budget, you can choose from private accommodation, shared apartments, family homestays, our “live with a local” program, or you can arrange your own housing. Whatever you choose, feel confident that we will coordinate all the details for you.

STUDENT RESIDENCE | $1900-$3300/termWe offer student residences, otherwise called deluxe dorms, through Melon District. On-site facilities like a pool, rec center, laundry, and relaxation areas are available.

“LIVE WITH A LOCAL” | $1400-$1800/termIf you want to get a better feeling for local culture, and practice your Spanish more, living with a local is a great option. You will live with a local student or young professional.

SHARED APARTMENT | $1900/term/person Our shared apartments near the ALBA campus are located in choice locations around the old-quarter, beaches and city center.

PRIVATE APARTMENT | $2200-$3000/term If you need your own space and don’t want to live with anyone else, we can help you arrange a private apartment. Contact us for details.

FAMILY HOMESTAY | $1850-$2800/termLiving with a local host family is probably the best way to immerse yourself in the language and culture. Ask us more about the pros and cons.

QUESTIONS? WORRIES? Send us a message! You can also find answers to most of your housing questions online at http://alba.pdx.edu/faq/housing/


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EXCURSIONSAs a student with ALBA Study Abroad in Barcelona, you will have the opportunity to participate in four to five ALBA-sponsored excursions (one- and two-day trips), many professor-led field trips and a variety of other free or low-cost excursions. Our excursions range from outdoor, cultural adventures to historical, cultural wanderings. While our expeditions change each semester, they’ll likely include a few of these great trips!

YEAR-ROUND |MEDIEVAL VILLAGES OF CATALONIA (PYRENEES MOUNTAINS & INTERIOR)

SUMMER | KAYAKING AND SNORKELING ON THE COSTA BRAVA

YEAR-ROUND |ROMAN TARRAGONA AND MONTSERRAT MONASTERY

ALBA STUDY ABROAD | 2016-2017


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International Business and Economics Subject Credits (Quarter / Semes-ter)

International Money and Finance FIN/ECON 5 / 3.3

International Trade: Theory and Policy ECON 5 / 3.3

International Monetary and Financial Economics ECON/FIN 5 / 3.3

Economics of the European Union ECON 5 / 3.3

Cross-cultural Management MGMT/COMM 5 / 3.3

International Business: Local and Global IBUS/MGMT/MKTG

5 / 3.3

Business, Government & Society MGMT 5 / 3.3

Leadership & Organizational Behavior MGMT 5 / 3.3

Marketing Concepts MKTG 5 / 3.3

Communications and Liberal Arts Subject Credits

Art & Architecture of Barcelona & Spain: Modern Period

ART/ARCH 5 / 3.3

Urban Planning & Architecture: Barcelona Perspectives

ARCH/ART 5 / 3.3

Geographies of Globalization: Global and Local in Barcelona**

ARCH 5 / 3.3

Intercultural Communication: Persuasion, pro-paganda & the media - European perspectives

COMM 5 / 3.3

Public Landscapes: Urban Themes and Sites GEOG 5 / 3.3

New Technologies: Digital Cities and the Urban Experience: Barcelona Smart City

GEOG 5 / 3.3

History of Sexualities: Barcelona Perspectives (summer term only)

SOC/ANTH/WGSS

5 / 3.3

Barcelona and Catalonia in a Globalized World: Past, present and future perspectives *

SOC/ANTH 5 / 3.3

Catalan and Spanish Culture and Society SOC/ANTH 5 / 3.3

Contemporary Spanish Film and Literature: His-torical and Current Perspectives (1950s - today)

INTL/SOC 5 / 3.3

ALBA offers upper-division classes within our main program categories of international business and economics, communincations and liberal arts, Spanish language and culture, and political science and history. Customized academic programs allow students the flexibility to choose courses from any of the already existing academic tracks in

order to maximize their Barcelona study abroad experience both academically and personally.

Our course offerings vary each semester based on student demand. Contact us, or check our website for the latest offerings!

PSUCREDIT

All of our courses are accredited through Portland State University and provide U.S. credit transferrable to almost any university.

WUECREDIT

PSU participates in the Western Undergraduate E x c h a n g e , p r o v i d i n g a u t o m a t i c transfer credit to all WUE p a r t i c i p a t i n g universities.

Georgia H. U. OF WASHINGTON 2016

“The teachers are energetic and c o m p a s s i o n a t e and seem to love what they do. I am so lucky to have gotten to live in Barce loneta . . .My choice to study abroad with ALBA is one that I will never forget and it pushed me to learn and grow.”

O U R C O U R S E S

Spanish Language & Culture Subject Credits

Comprehensive Spanish Language: Speaking, Comprehension, Reading and Writing using Cultural Themes and Field Studies - All Levels

SPAN 6 / 4

Spanish and Catalan Language & Culture: Fluen-cy through relevant material and cultural tasks - Intermediate level of Spanish required

SPAN 6 / 4

NEW! Spanish for Professional Development (Business Spanish for intermediate Spanish speakers)

ECON/FIN 6 / 4

Political Science and History Courses Subject Credits

Western European Politics: Theory and Historical Perspectives

PS 5 / 3.3

Mediterranean Politics PS 5 / 3.3

Politics of the Developing World PS 5 / 3.3

Politics of Spain: Past and Present PS/HIST 5 / 3.3

Spanish History: Colonial Era to Present HIST 5 / 3.3

Western European History: Renaissance to the Present

HIST 5 / 3.3

Medieval & Early Modern Spain HIST 5 / 3.3

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Georgia H.

Political Science and History Subject Credits

Western European History: Renaissance to the Present HIST 5 / 3.3

History of Spain: Colonial Era to Present HIST 5 / 3.3

Mediterranean Politics POL 5 / 3.3

Politics of the Developing World POL 5 / 3.3

Government and Politics of Spain: Past and Present ** POL 5 / 3.3

*This is our ALBA core class that all ALBA students take and greatly ben-efit from in understanding Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain and the European Union. Course substitution may be granted under special consideration.

** Pending PSU syllabus approval. Contact us or check online for the most up-to-date information

ALBA is sponsored and accredited through Portland State University (PSU), one of Oregon’s largest universities. All ALBA faculty, facilities and courses are subject to approval by PSU (and PSU’s own accrediting body). When you enroll with us you are automatically enrolled at PSU and will receive a transcript from PSU when you

complete the program and grades have been processed (usually less than a month after finals). This virtually ensures that other schools will accept the credits – much as if you were enrolled for, say, summer classes at PSU – although you should always get confirmation from your home institution advisor.

O U RC O U R S E S

THE ALBA CLASSES HAVE BEEN GREAT

AND BARCELONA IS AN AMAZING,

DIVERSE CITY TO LIVE IN.

-ADRIANA F. SANTA CLARA UNIVERSITY, WINTER ‘ 16

H OW D O M Y C R E D I T S T R A N S F E R ?

EXPLORE BARCELONA


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ALBA WAS A FANTASTIC EXPERIENCE

THAT I WOULD RECOMMEND TO ANYONE

WHO WANTS TO STUDY IN BARCELONA!

IT EXCEEDED MY EXPECTATIONS AND

I CAN HONESTLY SAY I GREW AS AN

INDIVIDUAL WITH ALBA.

I KNOW I WILL NOW BE MORE WELL-

INFORMED AND BETTER ABLE TO FACE

LIFE’S CHALLENGES DUE TO ALL I

LEARNED HERE.

-JAKE K., U OF WASHINGTON, 2016

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DATES WINTER 2018

SPRING 2018

SUMMER 2018

FALL 2018

Applicationdeadline

Dec 1st* Feb 15th* May 15th Sept 1st

Arrival Date (Recommended)

Jan 5th March 24th June 23rd Sept 22nd

Orientations & Classes Begin

Jan 8th March 28th June 25th Sept 26th

Classes End March 16th June 7th Aug 2nd Dec 6th

Exams End March 16th June 7th Aug 2nd Dec 6th

*2018 dates have not been entirely finalized and are subject to slight changes.

COSTS SUMMER WINTER/ SPRING

FALL -

Application Fee $0 $0 $0

Tuition & Fees $5,400 $7,900 $6,900

Housing** $900** $1,900** $1,900**

Total Cost $6,300*** $9,800*** $8,800***

** Housing costs will vary based on how early you book the accommodation (the earlier the more affordable), the style of accommodation, the area of Barcelona and the current Euro exchange rate.*** Program cost may very slightly depending on your chosen accommodation. Homestay and private apartment options will be approximately $600 more than a shared apartment.

Program Costs Include:

● Enrollment and fees required by both PSU & ALBA Study Abroad ● Comprehensive medical insurance ● 24-hour emergency contact with on-site, resident coordinators ● Up to 21 quarter credits or 15 semester credits ● Housing (price varies with chosen option)

Program Costs Include (con’t.):

● Text books and required learning material ● Airport transfer on arrival ● Orientation lunch and city tours ● All class field trips and entrances to cultural institutions ● At least four ALBA-sponsored full-day excursions out of Barcelona

P R O G R A M F E E S & D AT E S

Program Cost DOES NOT Include:

● Flight or other transportation to/from Barcelona, Spain ● Food and/or personal expenses beyond ALBA-sponsored events. Homestay students with full-board will have their meals included.

FOR MY LAST QUARTER OF UNIVERSITY, I DECIDED I HAD TO GO TO BARCELONA. IT WAS THE BEST CHOICE I MADE IN MY ENTIRE LIFE.

- MONICA RAMIREZ, EVERGREEN UNIVERSITY, 2012


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Subsidized (need-based) and unsubsidized (non-need-based) low-interest federal loans. Dependent freshmen can borrow up to $5,500 per year; loan amounts increase during the sophomore and junior years. Independent students can borrow higher amounts. Several repayment plans are available.

FEDERAL DIRECT LOAN

Never needs to be paid back, and is awarded to students who have the lowest Expected Family Contributions (as calculated through your FAFSA)

Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loan: This is a loan that credit-worthy parents can apply for to help pay the cost of education for their dependent undergraduate children. Parents can apply for these loans at www.studentloans.gov. PSU will receive and process applications for eligible applicants. The funds will come to PSU to pay toward the students’ charges. Parents may apply for up to the student’s Cost of Attendance minus the financial aid that the student will receive.

FEDERAL PELL GRANT

FEDERAL DIRECT PARENT PLUS

LOAN

H O W T O A P P LY & R E C E I V E F I N A N C I A L A I D

We make your application as easy as possible! To study with ALBA you simply need to be... ● At least 18 years of age ● In good standing at your home institution ● Have a 2.75 or higher GPA (waiver possible) ● Sophomore, junior, or senior standing when program begins ● No previous Spanish required. (Classes are taught in English, except Spanish classes)

T O A P P LY T O D AY G O O N L I N E T O H T T P : / / A L B A . P D X . E D U / A P P LY /

W H AT K I N D O F A I D C A N I G E T ?

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ALBA Study Abroad in Barcelona is proud to offer our students the ability to apply for Federal financial aid, or access a current Federal award, through Portland State University (PSU)!

Alternatively, if you have already been awarded Federal aid for the current school year and still have remaining eligibility, and if your home university will not allow you to use your financial aid for the ALBA Study Abroad program, you can apply for financial aid at PSU for your time in the ALBA program. The process requires a few steps on your part. You will need to log into your current FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and add PSU as an institution that can receive your data. You will also need to apply for admission to PSU. We’re here to help you every step of the way, and ALBA reimburses you for the $50 PSU application fee.

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Apply early! Processing financial aid takes 6-8 weeks. First and foremost, if you don’t need financial aid, don’t apply for it. If you do not need financial aid, you can apply and be accepted just four, even three, weeks before the beginning of the term. For details about how to apply for financial aid, please visit our in-depth guide online at: http://alba.pdx.edu/faq/financial-aid/

Apply to Portland State University as a ‘Degree Seeking Student.’ This will cost $50, but ALBA will reimburse you.

After acceptance to PSU, you must add PSU to your existing FAFSA (Federal School Code 003216) or list PSU on your new FAFSA application.

Find out how much aid you are eligible for. Log in to your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or check with your home institution to see how much aid you qualify for.

Make sure you set your “refund preferences” to direct deposit so aid can be released to you two weeks before term begins.

Enjoy an amazing experience living and studying abroad in Barcelona and the rest of Europe!

FILL IN YOUR FAFSA

APPLY TO PSU

ADD PSU TO YOUR FAFSA

DEPOSIT PREFERENCES

RECEIVE YOUR AID

F I N A N C I A L A I D A P P L I C AT I O N P R O C E S S

TIME REQUIRED:30-60 MINUTES

PROCESSING TIME: 4-8 WEEKS

TIME REQUIRED:30 MINUTES

PROCESSING TIME: 3-4 WEEKS

TIME REQUIRED:5 MINUTES

PROCESSING TIME: 3-4 WEEKS (DEPENDING ON FAFSA APP TIME)

TOTAL PROCESSING TIME: 6-8+ WEEKS *In the unlikely event of there being a problem and you are not eligible for financial aid, and we cannot find an alternative financing solution for you, the deposit can be refunded up to 45 days before the first day of the term, minus any housing reservation fees already incurred.

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WATCH YOUR PDX EMAIL AND FOLLOW ANY INSTRUCTIONS

PSU WILL INFORM YOU OF YOUR AWARD. Be sure to log in and accept it.

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WORK WITH ALBA TO PAY YOUR PROGRAM

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I am beyond happy that I studied abroad in Barcelona and I am so grateful that I was able to travel through a program like ALBA! Barcelona is an amazing city. It is large enough to keep you constantly entertained and exploring, yet small enough to feel safe and know your way around. ALBA cares about each and every student and wants him or her to succeed. The teachers are energetic and compassionate and seem to love what they do. I am so lucky to have gotten to live in Barceloneta, a very safe, welcoming and fun neighborhood. Everything you could ever need is at the tips of your fingers. My choice to study abroad with ALBA is one that I will never forget and it pushed me to learn and grow. Exploring Spain has been one of the best experiences of my life and I would highly recommend this program to anyone who is looking to see the world, experience a beautiful culture and make lasting memories!

-Georgia H., Winter ‘16, U of Washington

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Barcelona seems to be a country of its own, speaking and following the Catalan way of life regardless of its connections to Spain. I’ve noticed that mentally I now tell people that I am studying in Barcelona, as opposed to the generalized ‘Spain,’ to separate the two in my mind. I’ve been working on learning both Spanish and Catalan, though I feel that Catalan may take some time...

As for my internship, I have been working daily on snapping pictures for social media. The internship does not begin, or cease to end, at any given time: it is a constant process. On these early morning journeys, I have discovered the best road for bakeries, the most underrated tourist shop street, and the best boutiques to window shop. Once arriving at ALBA and conversing with Eloy, the very chatty security guard, I proceed to leap into my classroom with a smile...

Returning to my apartment, I stop at one of the seemingly thousand Super Mercats, where I typically converse as a fake Spaniard with the cashier. I love trying to trick citizens of Barcelona into thinking that I am one of them!

-Olivia S., Internship, Summer ‘16 U of Wisconsin-Madison

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