Hispanic Heritage
SPN 476 – 3 credits, 3 hours
Location: Oviedo, Spain
Travel: June 29 – July 29, 2024
Program Description: BMCC’s Study Abroad in Spain program has been designed for students with at least an intermediate level of Spanish. Students will enhance their knowledge of Spanish language and explore various aspects of history and culture, with a focus on popular and sentimental literature. In class, students will work on their language skills through readings, textual analysis and writing. Students will also take a course with the University of Oviedo on the traditions and history of Spain and be eligible to earn an additional 3 credits.
The program is based at the University of Oviedo, Asturias. The program encourages community engagement and experiential learning through visits to places of historic and cultural importance in Oviedo and surrounding areas. Oviedo, the capital of the principality of Asturias, is a region of ocean and mountains and the center of an original and unique architectural expression, inheritor of Visigoth, Roman and Nordic traditions. Students will explore the surrounding area through various excursions and have an overnight trip in Salamanca.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Completed at least 12 college credits with min. 2.75 GPA
- Completed SPN 106 or higher; or by approval of Modern Languages Department (request language assessment and show 3 credits of language study)
- Submit complete application by February 1, 2024 (see application instructions)
- CUNY requires all study abroad participants be fully vaccinated for COVID-19
Housing and Meals: Students will have single rooms by Colegio Mayor, a university dormitory. Breakfast and dinner will be provided by Colegio Mayor; lunch will be organized at a restaurant.
Program Fee: $1,750
BMCC students accepted to the program pay $1,750 which includes the Association BMCC Study Abroad Scholarship. The fee covers international airfare, housing, meals, local program-related transportation, excursions, health insurance and any emergency costs related to COVID-19. Students may apply to other scholarships to help cover the program fee. Learn more about scholarships.
Non-BMCC Students pay $4,344 for the program fee. Non-BMCC students are not eligible to receive the Association BMCC study abroad scholarship.
Additional Program Costs: BMCC tuition and fees for 3 credits, as well as out-of-pocket costs for personal expenses, visa (if needed), tips, and out-of-pocket meals. Optional side trips to local tourist attractions may also incur additional costs. These costs are not included in the program fee. Students must pay BMCC tuition separately. Pell may be applied depending on eligibility. Please contact the financial aid office to find out if Pell can pay for your summer tuition: BMCC Financial Aid
Program application deadline: February 1st
Students must make a $250 deposit by February 1st.
For more information, please contact:
Professor Marilyn Rivera Ayala
Modern Languages Department
Email: mriveraayala@bmcc.cuny.edu
Sandra Cortez, Study Abroad Manager
Email: scortez@bmcc.cuny.edu
Please note that all information listed above is subject to change at any time.
