Study Abroad Programs Blog

Off The Press: College Study Abroad Deadlines Extended

Great news for all of you procrastinators! We have extended the application deadlines for the College Study Abroad summer programs in Madrid and Barcelona until May 10th. This includes late May/early June starters at Barcelona International College and Universidad Antonio de Nebrija in Madrid.  Further, we are waiving any late fees.

Study French in Quebec City and Save!

If you have been thinking of studying French, now is the time! Quebec City is renowned for its beauty and almost fully French-speaking population. Located on the St. Lawrence River, summer is a wonderful time to explore all that Quebec City has to offer, such as the Quebec City Summer Festival, Canada's largest outdoor artistic event, which takes place every year in July and is the first of its kind in North America. Other activities that make Quebec City a wonderful summer destination include sailing, windsurfing, horseback riding, mountain biking, sightseeing, and dining at the many fantastic restaurants the city has to offer. 

We are offering a special deal: Participants can save $250 on a Quebec City program that takes place during June, July, or August and is four weeks or longer. Just register by May 15, 2010 and use the code "Quebec Offer" when registering.

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Off the Press: Learn Spanish in Bogota, Colombia

Learn Spanish in Bogota, Colombia or split your time between Bogota and Cartagena. We have been working with the Bogota program for a couple of years but we have now formally added it to our Spanish-speaking destinations.

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Studying French in the South of France

Our friends at Boots 'N' All Travel Blog have compiled a great list of "7 Secrets of the South of France" and  we felt we had to comment.  AmeriSpan offers a multitude of Study French in France programs, but we think our southern locations have a certain "je ne c'est quoi."  Here's an excerpt of the article that we think sums them up quite nicely:

"When most of us think of the South of France we tend to picture yachts in Cannes and beachfront hotels that we’ll never be able to afford, but that’s only one part of the picture.."

Off the Press: Get Credit for Studying Arabic

If you have been paying attention to this blog the last few months, you will have noticed that we are enthusiastically recommending our Arabic program in Amman, Jordan.  A good thing just got better. Now participants can earn transferable college credit from Brookhaven College for their Arabic classes in Amman, Jordan.

Study Spanish in Denia Spain Video

Denia, Spain is an enticing location to study Spanish, due to its location on the Mediterranean coast, sun-drenched and temperate climate, beautiful beaches, and amazing architecture. Add friendly people and an excellent Spanish school, and you will have an experience you will never forget! 

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Spain Fever, Save $59/week

Move over Spring fever, AmeriSpan is experiencing Spain Fever! That's right, as the temperatures rise and summer inches closer, Spain is on our mind. Don't miss out on an unforgettable experience studying abroad in Spain.  We want to make it as easy as possible for you, so take advantage of our Spain Fever special and save $59/week off on select AmeriSpan programs in Spain up to a maximum of $500 off our regular prices.

If you have wanted to visit the Alhambra in Granada, see colorful and intricate architecture created by the world famous Gaudi in Barcelona, kick-back on the beaches of Costa del Sol or experience Spain's night life, now is the time to make your plans. It's simple, register for your program by May 15th and use the discount code "Spain Fever" when registering.

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Update: Eyjafjallajökull and Flights in Europe

As you have likely heard on the news, there have been many costly and headache-triggering complications for travelers wishing to fly into, out of, and within Europe this past week due to bothersome volcanic ash floating downwind from the active Eyjafjallajökull volcano in Iceland and obstructing international airspace. Every day we have been hearing stories of postponed flights, nervous airlines, and exasperated travelers.

Luckily, it was reported today that there seems to be a light at the end of this tunnel! While the volcano, according to experts, shows little sign of letting up, it would seem that its effects are starting to slow for the time being. It was reported this morning in England that the volcanic ash is "no longer rising to a height where it would endanger large commercial aircrafts," and that airlines throughout Northern Europe anticipate returning to a normal flight schedule by this Friday. Currently, some airports are opening back up to the public, and until further notice, Heathrow Airport in London will be closed until tomorrow, pending test flight results**

Flights to and from Spain and some other parts of Southern Europe have been unaffected by the ash, and an AmeriSpan staff member landed safely in Madrid on Saturday! AmeriSpan will post another update later in the week.

Edit: British officials have just reported that UK airspace is to reopen at 10 p.m. (5 p.m. ET)

Study Abroad Tips: Budgeting & Saving Money

ou most likely have at least a rough budget that you adhere to while going about your daily, weekly, and monthly routines when living at home. But how do you figure out a budget for your study abroad trip? It can be tricky, but doesn’t have to be. A little planning, forethought, and estimation will go a long way to ensuring your trip goes smoothly, as there’s few worse predicaments than running out of money in another country! After reading our tips in this blog, a wealth of information can be found in our free e-reports, Financing Study Abroad and Guide to Pre-Departure.

College Study Abroad in Granada, Spain

This past year, we here at AmeriSpan were thrilled to add several College Study Abroad programs to our repertoire.  We know that Spain is and has always been an ideal destination for students studying Spanish and racking up college credit abroad, and we've delivered!  Today we'd like to highlight one of our newest programs, our Spanish Semester Abroad in Granada, Spain at our international campus!

Ecuador Spanish Schools: Close Up

AmeriSpan offers a variety of programs in three Ecuador Spanish schools. Ecuador is an excellent location to study abroad due to its incredibly diverse climate, friendly people, as well as many important sites of interest. Situated on the Equator in northwestern South America, Ecuador is bordered by Colombia and Peru, and also lays claim to the Galapagos Islands. Need another reason to study Spanish in Ecuador? Well, AmeriSpan is offering a special in Quito through the end of April: A free week of classes (valued at $165)!