Study Abroad | Barcelona

Housing

Choose between a homestay or student residence.

Homestay

The best way to improve your Spanish and immerse yourself in Spanish life and culture.

• Shared room with another AIFS student
• Breakfast and dinner Monday through Friday
• Weekly laundry
• Single room available for an additional $TBA

student Residence

Situated in a vibrant neighborhood of Barcelona within walking distance of the city’s beautiful beaches and the awesome Sagrada Familia. Located near several bus lines and metro stops, which provide easy access to universities in less than 30 minutes.

• Single room with private bathroom
• State of the art shared kitchen facilities
• Laundry facilities
• Access to onsite gym
• Stunning rooftop swimming pools with views of the Barcelona skyline
• Study areas, cinema and games room

Optional Apartment ($TBA)

Stay in a shared apartment in a centrally-located neighborhood of Barcelona.

• Live with up to 5 other AIFS students
• Apartments may be co-ed
• Share a double room
• Communal kitchen, living area and bathroom(s)
• Fully furnished with shared washing machine
• A limited number of single rooms are available for an additional $TBA
• Single room in a shared apartment available for an additional fee

Internet access is included in all AIFS housing in Barcelona

City Facts

Language

Along with speaking Spanish, most people in Barcelona speak the regional language of Catalan as their native language. You will see signs in both languages throughout the city; it’s an excellent opportunity to be exposed to another language rich in culture.

Architecture

Barcelona is one of Spain’s most energetic and vibrant cities. Not only will you find amazing modern and art nouveau architecture throughout the cities of Spain, you will also find world famous UNESCO Heritage Sites- the most in any one country after Italy.

Site Staff

AIFS in Barcelona Director, Academic Year and Semester Programs

Maya Edwards

¡Hola! Greetings from beautiful Barcelona, a city I love to call “home.” Having lived in many cities in Spain, I’ll be a great resource for you while you’re here in Barcelona. An educator and study abroad professional, I’ve been working with students both in Spain and in the U.S. for over 15 years. I earned a B.A. in Spanish and Communications, an M.A. in Spanish, and am completing a Ph.D. in Spanish Literature and Cultural Studies. I love working with students and am happy to help you navigate your own journey in Spain, Barcelona and beyond: broadening academic and personal horizons, making the most of your time in this amazing place.

My favorite aspect of being Program Director is spending time with students and seeing how much they grow after their study abroad experience in Spain. The AIFS Barcelona team is always eager to offer our guidance and support, as well as share ideas on how to make the most out of your stay. Barcelona is a beautiful and fascinating city; perfect for a study abroad program, not just because of its proximity to the beach!

The Program Director provides academic advice, introduces you to the community and handles communication with the University.

Cultural Activities

Learning does not begin or end in the classroom. To help you get a true taste of Spanish culture, a wide range of cultural activities and excursions are included in your program fee. The Program Director organizes a variety of activities which may include:

• Welcome dinner of tapas and paella – get to know your fellow AIFSers and the AIFS staff in Barcelona
• Gothic and Jewish Quarter tour
• Panoramic tour of the city and the Sagrada Família
• Gaudí’s Park Güell
• Barcelona from a Different Perspective walking tour
• Salvador Dalí Museum
• Farewell tapas dinner and Flamenco show (not included for Session 1)

Please note that students may need to pay a small additional fee for some of the activities above. Activities vary depending on program.