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USAC: Spain: San Sebastián (Education Abroad Programs Program) Print  Save 
  • Locations: San Sebastian, Spain
  • Program Terms: Fall Semester, Spring Semester, Summer, Summer I, Summer I and II, Summer II, Year
  • Homepage: CLICK TO VISIT
  • Program Sponsor: USAC 
  • Restrictions: UVA applicants only
Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Summer I and II 2025 01-APR-2025
** 		Rolling Admission TBA TBA
NOTE: You must submit an application to UVA and your outside program provider. The deadline above is when the UVA application system closes. The deadline for your outside program application may be earlier. Confirm the outside program’s application deadline on their website.
Year 2025 01-APR-2025
** 		Rolling Admission TBA TBA
NOTE: You must submit an application to UVA and your outside program provider. The deadline above is when the UVA application system closes. The deadline for your outside program application may be earlier. Confirm the outside program’s application deadline on their website.
Summer I 2025 01-APR-2025
** 		Rolling Admission TBA TBA
NOTE: You must submit an application to UVA and your outside program provider. The deadline above is when the UVA application system closes. The deadline for your outside program application may be earlier. Confirm the outside program’s application deadline on their website.
Summer II 2025 01-APR-2025
** 		Rolling Admission TBA TBA
NOTE: You must submit an application to UVA and your outside program provider. The deadline above is when the UVA application system closes. The deadline for your outside program application may be earlier. Confirm the outside program’s application deadline on their website.
Summer 2025 01-APR-2025
** 		Rolling Admission TBA TBA
NOTE: You must submit an application to UVA and your outside program provider. The deadline above is when the UVA application system closes. The deadline for your outside program application may be earlier. Confirm the outside program’s application deadline on their website.
Fall Semester 2025 01-APR-2025
** 		Rolling Admission TBA TBA
NOTE: You must submit an application to UVA and your outside program provider. The deadline above is when the UVA application system closes. The deadline for your outside program application may be earlier. Confirm the outside program’s application deadline on their website.
Spring Semester 2026 01-NOV-2025 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA
Summer I and II 2026 01-APR-2026 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA
Summer I 2026 01-APR-2026 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA
Year 2026 01-APR-2026 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA
Summer II 2026 01-APR-2026 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA
Summer 2026 01-APR-2026 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA
Fall Semester 2026 01-APR-2026 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.

Indicates that deadline has passed
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Class Status: 2nd year, 3rd year, 4th year, Graduate student Minimum GPA Requirement: 2.5
Click here for a definition of this term Language Requirement: none Click here for a definition of this term Open to Non-UVa Students: No
Housing: Apartment, Homestay Language Courses Offered: Yes
Language of Instruction: English, Spanish Click here for a definition of this term Credit Type: Transfer Credit
Click here for a definition of this term Program Type: Direct Enrollment at foreign institution, Study center Click here for a definition of this term Tuition Payments Made To: Program Provider
Click here for a definition of this term Education Abroad Advisor: Liz Wellbeloved Click here for a definition of this term Application Fee: Yes
Click here for a definition of this term Study Abroad Administrative Fee: Yes Click here for a definition of this term Subject Area: Anthropology, Art, Communications, Cultural Studies, Dance, History, Internship, Media Studies, Other Languages & Literatures, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Spanish, Women, Gender & Sexuality
Program Description:
   
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Study abroad in San Sebastián, Spain

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Study and explore the Spanish and Basque language and culture while you participate in activities such as hiking, cultural events, and the conversation partner program with local students. 

Take advantage of outdoor recreation and live in a stunning location on Spain's beautiful northern coast, twenty minutes from the border of France- with easy connections to Madrid, Bilbao, and major European cities. 

Immerse yourself in the local culture through cooking classes, learning Basque folk dancing, wearing a crazy costume in a carnival parade, and learning to play the txalaparta. 

Enjoy the benefits of San Sebastian's well-known cuisine and beautiful beaches. 

What's included

Tuition and fees
Housing information assistance
Personalized pre-departure advising
Visa guidance
Parental support and advisement
Scholarship advising and assistance
Transcript assistance
Student health insurance
Local travel resources, tips, suggestions
24-hour emergency support
And more...
 



 
 

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Credit-earning options
English
Spanish
Basque		   Spring
Summer
Fall
Yearlong		   Undergraduate
 
 
Learn More About The USAC San Sebastián Program
 
 
Historically, USAC awards more than $2 million in scholarships, grants, and discounts annually.  
USAC is an award-winning nonprofit international education provider. Since 1982, USAC has provided affordable, valuable study abroad programs that enable you to enhance your academics while providing opportunities and lessons that build interpersonal, time-management, problem-solving, and adaptability skills that will aid in your career development.
 


 



USAC:  San Sebasti�n, Spain

The summer San Sebasti�n program is ideal for students unable to participate on the semester or year-long program and who are interested in studying the Basque language and culture. Students may also take courses in Spanish Language and European Studies. San Sebasti�n has the highest level of bilingualism of any of the cities in Spain's Basque region, as all of its inhabitants speak Spanish, and one third speak Basque as well.

Academics

The summer San Sebasti�n program offers two sessions, as well as an intensive language approach that allows you to complete a semester of university foreign language study in one session, or one year in two sessions. You may participate in one or both sessions and choose from courses in three diverse academic areas: Spanish Language, Basque Language and European Studies.  Please see the USAC San Sebasti�n website for further information.

Housing

Students may select to live with a host family or in apartments with other students.  Please visit the USAC San Sebasti�n website for further information.

Please Note:  Spanish Majors, Minors, or those seeking to take 3000-level courses should consult with the Spanish department as a part of their application to this program.