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  • Locations: Madrid, Spain
  • Program Terms: Academic Year, Fall, Spring
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: WorldStrides 
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Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English Click here for a definition of this term Class Status: 2-sophomore, 3-junior, 4-senior
Housing Options: Apartment (shared), Dormitory, Homestay Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: Biochemistry, Biology, Engineering, Information Design, Mathematics & Statistics, Molecular Biology, Physics, Urban Design
Program Type: study abroad Minimum GPA: 3
Click here for a definition of this term Program: Direct
Program Description:
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Semester at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid

Wake up in Madrid and start your day with café con leche before heading to class at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M), where you'll study business, engineering, and the social sciences in a city that pulses with culture and history.

Student snorkeling above great barrier reef

Program highlights

  • Choose from a wide range of English-taught courses in communications, international studies, journalism, politics, and STEM fields, including engineering and math

  • Classes are taught in English by host university faculty and offered alongside local Spanish and international students

  • The university's Getafe campus, located just southwest of the city center, is easily accessible via a short commuter train ride

  • Take part in a globally recognized business program with AACSB-accredited departments and a strong international reputation in economics and finance

  • Dive into Spain's dynamic heritage through cultural activities in Madrid and excursions to historic cities like Granada and Salamanca

Discover Madrid

Scholarships and financial aid

Each year we award more than $1 million in need- and merit-based scholarships.

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How to get started

  1. Reach out to our team and program alumni to learn more.

  2. Meet with your study abroad office.

  3. Submit your applications through your university and WorldStrides.


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Meet Kathryn H.

"Excursions throughout the semester encouraged us to communicate and make friends with others in our program. A lot of us have stayed friends and visited each other throughout the year since we are so close!"

WorldStrides has helped students have life-changing experiences abroad for over 40 years. Now it's your turn! Formerly known as International Studies Abroad (ISA) and The Education Abroad Network (TEAN), WorldStrides provides high-quality semester, summer, and year-long study abroad programs, internships, research, and experiential-learning opportunities with full-service support from expert staff located around the world. We even offer scholarships, grants and discounts to make going abroad a reality for all students. Let us help you get started. Our team is ready when you are!