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Discover with WorldStrides: Semester at Universidad Pompeu Fabra (Outgoing Program)
  • Locations: Barcelona, Spain
  • Program Terms: Academic Year, Fall, Spring
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: WorldStrides 
Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Academic Year 2026-2027 04/15/2026
** 		Rolling Admission TBA TBA
Fall 2026 04/15/2026
** 		Rolling Admission TBA TBA
Spring 2027 10/01/2026 ** 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.

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Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Area of Study: COMS-Communication Studies, CSCI-Computer Science, JOUR-Journalism, LAW-Law, POLS-Political Science, UBUS-Interdisciplinary Business, UEET-Interdisciplinary Engineering and Engineering Technology Program Features: Study Abroad
Class Status: Graduate Student, Junior, Senior, Sophomore Housing Options: Apartment, Home Stay
Language of Instruction: English, Spanish Program Provider: Worldstrides
Click here for a definition of this term Minimum GPA: 3.0 Program Advisor: Jill Vodden
Program Description:
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Semester at Universidad Pompeu Fabra

Barcelona's energy and cultural complexity make it an inspiring place to study business, liberal arts, and language. At Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF), you'll take Spanish language courses at your level.

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Program highlights

  • Choose from a range of courses in area studies, international relations, economics, and business--available in English or Spanish

  • Courses are taught by university faculty and taken alongside both local and international students

  • You must have at least four semesters of university coursework completed (junior standing) to be eligible for this program

  • Enjoy a walkable campus surrounded by city landmarks and cultural attractions, just blocks from the beach

  • Your experience will blend academic challenge with cultural connection through cooking classes, language exchanges, city tours, and even a beach day in nearby Valencia

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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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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!