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Alcala University
Madrid, Spain (Outgoing Program)
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Program Terms: Academic Year,
 Fall,
 Spring,
 Summer
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Budget Sheets Spring
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Spring 2015 09/15/2014 09/15/2014 TBA TBA
Summer 2015 02/15/2015 02/15/2015 TBA TBA
Fall 2015 03/15/2015 03/15/2015 TBA TBA
Fact Sheet:
Target Language: English, Spanish GPA Requirement: 2.5
Housing Options: Home Stay Scholarships: Rider Stipend
Internship available: No
Program Description:
 

Universidad de Alcalá
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Academics Location
At Instituto Franklin, the international institute of the University, students can choose from approximately 40 courses in six different disciplines: language-including Spanish for heritage learners; Spanish and Latin America literature; humanities; social sciences; international relation and business. Almost all courses are taught in Spanish; therefore, it is recommended that students take at least one or two semesters or Spanish prior to study at the Instituto Franklin. Advanced Spanish students can take courses across the curriculum at Alcala University with Spanish students. Several departments at the University (English, American Studies, and business) have extensive offerings in English.

Alcala Courses in English.pdf
Alcala Spanish Studies Courses.pdf
Rider Course Equivalencies.doc
Summer Courses July 2012.pdf
Summer Courses June 2012.pdf		 The University of Alcalá and the Insituto Franklin are located in the town of Alcalá de Henares, one of the most important centers in the Henares Corridor. Founded by Cardinal Jiménez de Cisneros in the early 16th century, Alcalá de Henares was the world's first planned university city. The town's Renaissance history is visible in many of its buildings and in its layout, and has been designated a World Heritage Site. Alcalá boasts a wide range of restaurants for every taste and budget. In addition, there are frequent commuter trains and buses linking Alcalá to nearby Madrid.
Student Life
Students live in a Home Stay with a Spanish family. Students breakfast and dinner are provided by their host family. Students can integrate into Spanish society and make lifelong friends. Rider's local advisor, Manuel Marchamalo, works to help Rider students make a smooth transition into the Spanish culture and academic environment. He and Antonio Marchamalo, academic advisor emeritus and tutor, will assist you with academic or non-academic issues throughout the semester. At all times, they are in close contact with the Center for International Education.