Semester in Barcelona
Universitat de Barcelona

Why Life in Barcelona

It’s no wonder that Barcelona is one of the top tourist and study abroad destinations in the world. This incredible location on the shores of the Mediterranean has a delightfully mild climate year round. Plus, Barcelona is one of the most exciting and vibrant cities to live in! The second-largest city in Spain has two official languages: Castilian Spanish and Catalan. It’s the perfect place to challenge yourself and practice your own Spanish skills, while also learning more about the unique Catalan history and culture.

The city is bustling, and you’ll be in awe of the architecture, including Gaudi’s towering Sagrada Familia basilica. When you’re ready to immerse yourself in nature, you can easily reach beaches and hiking sites just outside of Barcelona. The efficient public transportation system allows you to quickly travel to the many beaches to both the north and south of Barcelona. It also means you can easily navigate campus and the many amazing sites located throughout the city.

The city’s diverse international population, colorful flair, exciting nightlife, and vast array of cultural, historical, and modern attractions makes Barcelona an unparalleled place to study abroad!

Live The Local Life

• Barrio Gótico

  Enjoy a guided walking tour around the Barrio Gótico, the oldest neighborhood in Barcelona, while learning all about the history of the city.

• Spanish Wine Tour and Tasting

  Learn all about the importance of the production of wine and cava in Catalunya at a beautiful vineyard that ends with a tasting paired with delicious local cheeses.

• Around Catalunya

  Visit a local beach town in Catalunya and amaze in the wonders of hidden coves while soaking up the beach culture in Spain.

• FC Barcelona

  Attend a football or basketball match and/or the famous FC Barcelona museum.

Location

Students on CIS Abroad programs in Barcelona are housed in various residence halls. Housing will be allocated based on your program, term, and availability. The options below will give you a great idea of the type of residence where you’ll be placed!

Location

Enjoy upscale, shared accommodations in a residence designed for visiting students just like you! The student residence boasts a whole suite of modern amenities that ensure you’re living in complete comfort. The double rooms have twin beds, an ensuite shared bathroom, storage space, and two desk and chair sets. Step out of your bedroom into a shared apartment environment, with living and lounging spaces, dining areas, and a kitchen. Share a meal or conversation with your apartment mates, find a quiet nook of your own, or head for one of the residence’s communal spaces.

Among the residence’s abundant shared amenities, you’ll find a gym, pool, terrace, lounges, kitchens, study areas, and cinema room. You’ll be supported by 24/7 on-site staff and friendly reception.

The residence is located on Carrer Pallars, bordering Poblenou in the 22@, Barcelona’s innovation district. The major thoroughfare, Avenida Diagonal, is just around the corner, providing easy access to the rest of Barcelona. The beach is about 15 minutes’ walk.

Meals

You’ll have access to a kitchen shared among your apartment mates stocked with basic cooking supplies.

Inclusions and Amenities

• 24-hour security
• BathroomEnsuiteShared
• Bed linens
• Cleaning Service
• Desk
• Double Room
• Fitness Center
• Kitchen Equipment
• LaundryOn-site
• Maintenance Service
• Pool
• Study Areas
• Towels
• Wi-Fi

Location

Enjoy a full range of modern amenities and convenient services in housing designed for students like you! A fully-furnished room, private bathroom, spaces to work and relax, a gym, free bikes, laundry, and 24-hour security are just some highlights of this exceptional student residence.

With a private bathroom, climate control, bed linen and towels, cleaning and maintenance, study desk, TV, and high-speed Wi-Fi, you’ll enjoy quiet and comfort when you need to rest. There’s also access to a fully equipped community kitchen. When you want to soak up the communal vibes, you’ll find a community of fellow international students among the study rooms, co-working spaces, café, lounges, and workshops.

The residence is in Poblenou, the most dynamic, modern, avant-garde neighborhood of the city – a great home base for studying abroad in Barcelona. Just around the corner from Avenida Diagonal and a 20 minute walk from the beach, you’re well placed for excursions both near and far!

Inclusions and Amenities

• 24-hour security
• Air conditioning
• BathroomEnsuite
• Bed linens
• Cleaning Service
• Desk
• Fitness Center
• LaundryOn-siteService Available
• Maintenance Service
• Pool
• Single Room
• Study Areas
• Wi-Fi

Inclusions

Program fees are in U.S. dollars and include the following:

• Airport Pickup (according to CIS date and time)
• Cultural and recreational excursions and activities in Barcelona
• One guided weekend excursion outside of Barcelona
• Full-time tuition and fees
• Housing
• Medical and accident insurance
• CIS Abroad support services before, during, and after the program
• On-site support
• Academic advising
• Financial aid counseling
• Assistance with travel arrangements
• Pre-departure orientation
• Official University of Barcelona transcript
• The Local Life cultural program

Welcome & Orientation

Upon arrival in Barcelona, you’ll be collected from the airport and taken to your accommodation. In the first few days you’ll take part in orientation programs that will introduce you to this vibrant and cosmopolitan city you will come to call home. You’ll learn practical tips for living in Barcelona, you’ll get a lay of the land by visiting some of Barcelona’s top neighborhoods, and we’ll share advice about where to go out, how to stay safe, where to shop, and plenty more. We’ll also enjoy a welcome meal together.

Farewell & Re-Entry Program

As the program draws to a close, you’ll go home with the tools you need to make the most of your experience. In our re-entry workshop, learn how to cope with cultural differences you’ll experience as you go home, how to put your abroad experience on your resume (and talk about it in job interviews), as well as how to keep traveling in the future. End the trip with a farewell meal with all your new CIS Abroad “amigos” and the staff, for a chance to say “hasta luego” to your new city!