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Barcelona, Spain

Spanish Language & Culture

Language & Culture

Dates

-

4 weeks

Costs

$7,550

Highlights

College credit option

Daily cultural activities

Homestay

Weekend excursions

Extended Deadline

Request Information

Dates

-

4 weeks

Costs

$7,550

Highlights

College credit option

Daily cultural activities

Homestay

Weekend excursions

Extended Deadline

Request Information

Overview

Advance your Spanish skills and live like a Barcelones!

Experience four weeks of Spanish language immersion in Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia, Spain, while exposed to the regional Catalan language. (And don鈥檛 worry鈥98% of barceloneses speak Spanish even if their primary language is Catalan!). Outside of language class, delve into conversations with locals while exploring colorful neighborhoods, strolling through bustling markets, and tasting delicious tapas. Mingle with Catalan teens and visit iconic cultural sites, such as the Gothic Quarter, the Picasso Museum, and the many marvels of world-renowned Catalan architect Antoni Gaud铆. 

At your homestay, savor the richness of Catalan life preparing traditional meals with your host family. During weekends, embark on exciting excursions to Mount Tibidabo, home to one of the oldest amusement parks in Europe, and Tarragona, a captivating World Heritage Roman city site by the sea. Your time in Barcelona will not only accelerate your Spanish but also leave you with lifelong memories: kicking around a soccer ball with new friends, hitting the beach, and discovering the creative spirit of the city.

A Summer for Fun, Friends, and Your Future

Live the Language

Have fun experiencing authentic immersion in the Spanish language and culture.

Network

Meet new friends and gain a new family. Make lasting memories and connections.

Get Inspired

Launch your future today! Jump up a level in Spanish. Shine on college applications.

Destination
  • Plaza in Barcelona daytime
  • paella dish abroad seafood barcelona
  • historic building in barcelona city center sunny

The Destination

Welcome to Barcelona, a stylish city with distinctive, imaginative buildings that look straight out of a Dr. Seuss book. 

Barcelona, the second largest city in Spain after Madrid, has its own unique personality, known more for rock music than flamenco. Whimsical architecture makes a walk down its boulevards feel far from ordinary鈥擥aud铆鈥檚 incomparable work is on display everywhere, from the intricate sculptures and towering spires of La Sagrada Familia鈥攖he most-visited monument in Spain鈥攖o Casa Mil脿 (La Pedrera) and Parc G眉ell. Art lovers flock to Barcelona鈥檚 dozens of famous museums, like The Picasso Museum, which houses its collection inside five medieval mansions. 

Trendy caf茅s, bakeries, and restaurants line the streets where food lovers can enjoy traditional Catalan and Spanish cuisine, including tapas, seafood, paella, and sweet and savory pastries. Now among the top 10 fashion capitals of the world, Barcelona offers fashion and shopping districts that rival those of Paris. After a day of exploring, you can always escape the busy center and head to La Barceloneta beach to swim or to Montjuic mountain for breathtaking views of the Mediterranean coast.

Cultural Awareness

51爆料 wants all our students to feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to succeed while studying abroad. No matter where you choose to study abroad with 51爆料, our staff will be on hand throughout your program to provide advice, resources, and support.

 

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Itinerary

Sample Itinerary

Activities

Sample Activities鈥

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Just imagine all the fun you鈥檒l have!

  • Lose yourself inside Casa Mil脿 (La Pedrera), a complete work of art inside and out, and one of Gaudi鈥檚 most iconic buildings. 
  • Uncover the secrets of Spanish cuisine in a tapas workshop. Learn to cook traditional favorites like patatas bravas and tortilla espa帽ola. 
  • Tour the Barceloneta, a former fishing neighborhood, with the old harbor on one side and sandy beaches on the other. 
  • Enjoy panoramic views of Barcelona from Mount Tibidabo and visit one of the oldest Amusement Parks in Europe.
  • Bask in the ancient Roman city of Tarragona , ranked by UNESCO as one of the world鈥檚 most beautiful archaeological sites.

Please note activities are based on past programs and subject to change at 51爆料's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.鈥

Testimonials

What Students Are Saying

  • 鈥淢y most memorable experience was our trip to the Sagrada Familia. This is because it鈥檚 a monument I have always wanted to see. I got to go with my friends and explore the inside with a tour guide as well!鈥

    Christopher C., 51爆料 Global Navigator Alum

  • 鈥淚t's been a full month with my host family and friends but I feel like I've known them for so much longer! I'm extremely grateful for this experience in Barcelona and would recommend to friends.鈥 

    Alison F., 51爆料 Global Navigator Alum

  • "It was a great and life changing experience for me. I met amazing people in Barcelona and the teacher and staff were really nice. I learned so much through this program and it鈥檚 an experience not many people get to have.鈥 

    Aliana J., 51爆料 Global Navigator Alum

  • 鈥51爆料 is the perfect opportunity for a high schooler to study abroad. It鈥檚 like a trial period for living abroad. The time we take for classes also helps improve our language skills more than just living in the city would on its own.鈥 

    Mikaela E., 51爆料 Global Navigator Alum

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Eligibility

Eligibility

  • Participants must be 14 years old and above.
  • Program open to all current鈥痟igh school students鈥擣reshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors鈥攚ho have completed at least one year of high school Spanish.鈥疭tudents who have completed at least two years of high school Spanish may qualify for the Honors Language & Culture program in Madrid or Seville.
  • For scholarship eligibility requirements, please check our鈥蝉肠丑辞濒补谤蝉丑颈辫鈥痯补驳别

For more information, refer to the detailed Program Essential Eligibility Criteria.

Dates & Fees

Dates & Fees

Application Fee

$25

Optional College Credit Fee

$250

Learn more about how to get college credit for your future college degree.

Program scholarships and tuition include iNext Travel Insurance, but do not cover the cost of flights. Find additional details about what鈥檚 included with your tuition.

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Program

Application Due

Start Date

End Date

Costs

Program Summer Session I 2026 4 weeks Start Date End Date Costs $7,550
Program Summer Session II 2026 4 weeks Start Date End Date Costs $7,550

Ready to change your life?

What鈥檚 Included

Interactive Classes

Housing

3 Meals/Day

(Dietary Needs Accommodated)

All Ground Transportation

(Once In-country)

Optional Flight Chaperone

(Flight Cost Not Included)

Pre-departure Advice and Orientation

Access to WIFI

(No international data plan or SIM card included)

All Cultural Activities and Excursions

Comprehensive Medical and Travel Protection

24/7 Emergency On-site Support

Staff

Our Staff

Andr茅s Tab谩rez

Center Director

Andr茅s holds a Ph.D. in Classical Studies from the University of Barcelona (UB).

Program Leaders guide and support our High School Summer Abroad participants through every step of their program.

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