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University of Alicante Exchange Program
Snapshot
Program Details
| Location(s) | Alicante, Spain |
| Term | Fall Semester, Spring Semester |
| Credit | Biology, Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, Literature, Math, Management, Marketing |
| Classes Held | On-site |
| Housing | Residence Hall |
| Passport | Required |
Program Eligibility
| GPA | 2.5 |
| Grad credit | Not Available |
| Non-WIU | No |
| Pre-requisite | Basic Spanish Skills |
| Student Year | Sophomore, Junior, Senior |
About the Program
General: The University of Alicante is located in southeastern Spain and is a Mediterranean port. Students participating in this exchange program have options to take a Spanish language course along with other coursework in English or to take coursework in Spanish alongside other Spanish students.
Housing and Meals: The accommodation options at the University of Alicante include homestays, shared apartments, and student dormitories. More information is available the University of Alicante accommodation website.
Entry Requirements: Students must apply for a visa before entering Spain. Visa requirements can be found on the Spanish Consulate in Chicago website.
Health Insurance: It is a university policy that all WIU students who study abroad are either covered under WIU student health insurance OR have purchased the Patriot Travel Medical Insurance plan through IMG.
Costs (Comparative Table)
| ITEMS | WIU | ALICANTE |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition 12 semester hours, plan Q | 4,603.44 | 4,603.44 |
| Application Fee | 75.00 | |
| International Required Insurance | 200.00 | |
| Passport | 170.00 | |
| Housing and Meals | 4,790.00 | 3,000.00 |
| Student visa | 160.00 | |
| Books and Supplies | 400.00 | 200.00 |
| Total | 9,793.44 | 8,408.44* |
*Students will arrange their own airfare.
Financial Aid and Scholarships are available.
Semester Dates
Fall: Late August-Mid-December
Spring: Late January-Early June
You can find out more information about the University of Alicante by visiting their website.
Academics
Exchange students are eligible to take most courses offered at University of Alicante. Courses are offered in a wide range of disciplines allowing students to take coursework towards major, minor, and general education requirements during the same semester.
For more options visit website for University of Alicante.
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