CEA CAPA Education Abroad in Barcelona, Spain

I absolutely loved my time abroad with CEA CAPA in Barcelona, Spain. I found amazing roommates through the housing portal and loved my class (Contemporary Spain: History, Politics, and Society) which enhanced my local engagement and knowledge on the impact that Barcelona, Spain had in the scheme of political history. I fell in love with the city and I know that I will be back again! The city is easy to navigate, full of beauty, and nothing can beat having an amazing city alongside the beach! In addition, I felt supported by the CEA CAPA staff before leaving, while abroad, and even after. I felt at ease knowing that I had resources available to help, if needed, and that the CEA CAPA staff truly cared about my well-being. Thus, I honestly cannot recommend this program enough!

My experience in Barcelona was incredibly valuable. Living abroad brings many unknowns, and it is crucial for students to feel supported during the experience. The resources provided by the CEA CAPA team made the entire pre-departure and arrival process feel comfortable and encouraging. There were many opportunities to meet others in the program, attend weekend trips, and volunteer in the local community. I would certainly recommend this program to anyone who values adventure, personal growth, academics, cultural immersion, and gaining new experiences.

When considering studying abroad I had so many questions about how spending four months in a foreign country would be. Looking back on it now, I am so grateful for the experiences I gained abroad; getting to live in a new city, seeing so many beautiful places, trying new foods and experiencing different cultures. I studied through the CEA CAPA center, where I was provided with an amazing support from the time I signed up and throughout my semester in Barcelona. I lived in an apartment building that was a fifteen minute commute to school and the city center. The building was a mix of students from my program and locals. I lived a ten minute walk from the Sagrada Familia and enjoyed exploring in the neighborhood I lived in. I loved riding the metro each morning and checking out local shops and restaurants after school. Overall I had an unforgettable experience studying abroad and truly treasure all my time there.

My time abroad in Barcelona was by far the highlight of college (so far, even though I don't think anything else will top it.) The staff made sure we were supported every step of the way and ensured we were constantly in the know about everything.
Throughout the program they had lots of little day trips already planned for us which made it super easy to get totally immersed in the culture and community just by being able to see so much of the country through the eyes and guidance of the locals!

I studied in Barcelona, Spain with CEA CAPA Study Abroad. I took some of my core business and management classes, a Spanish class, and two fun classes, Art and Architecture, and Food and Culture in Spain. Most of my courses were very easy and not too much work. Barcelona itself is such an amazing city to visit as a young adult. Firstly, the cost of living is so cheap. Food, drinks, groceries, and clothing are so much cheaper than in the US and much better quality. The nightlife is also so incredible. Whether you like small intimate bars or huge nightclubs, there is a bit of everything. I always felt safe in this city and while I do think you should always be with a group, I never felt like a target or like my safety was at risk.

I studied abroad in the Spring of 2024 in Barcelona and loved every minute of it! My classes with CEA were extremely interactive as every one of them included out of class activities that incorporated parts of Barcelona's culture. In my Spanish class, we went to a local cafe and practiced our Spanish outside of the classroom and in my Art and Architecture class we took several field trips to some of Gaudí's most esteemed buildings! Additionally, we watched a local movie at a local movie theater in Barcelona for my Spanish Cinema class! In terms of housing, I LOVED our apartment with a beautiful balcony view and its simplistic, cozy design. Throughout it all, CEA was extremely helpful in the adjustment process, offering numerous opportunities to engage with local customs and experience learning in a new way. I especially loved the opportunity to meet with a local Barcelona college student to practice my Spanish and help her with her English!

I studied abroad in Barcelona, Spain through CEA CAPA, taking Spanish courses at the University of Barcelona. Through this program, I not only improved my Spanish skills, but I also had the amazing opportunities to be immersed in the culture and life in Spain. This program helped me reach my goals in becoming more advanced in speaking Spanish, while also supporting me throughout the whole journey. This ranges from the on-site staff to the coordinators leading up to your trip. I highly recommend CEA CAPA and this program to anyone looking to study abroad in Spain!

The semester I spent in Barcelona was my absolute favorite semester of school. I felt very supported the moment I arrived in Barcelona. CEA arranged airport pickup and an orientation on the first day, so I felt safe right from the start. The classes I took were very interactive and engaging, and provided me with unique experiences. We took field trips in our classes, and I got to explore parts of the city that would have been difficult to see on my own. For example, we went snorkeling as part of my science class, and went to multiple museums as a part of my Spanish Art class. I would highly recommend this program.