CEA CAPA Education Abroad in Barcelona, Spain

I loved every single day while I was studying abroad in Barcelona! CEACAPA made it such a smooth transition by helping with the visa application process, organizing pickup from the airport, placing us in housing around the city, and holding orientation meetings that helped give insight on the city so best navigate our experience. I studied in a study center with other US students which was very helpful in meeting new people to travel with. I am so thankful for all of their help and the amazing opportunity that I was given to experience new parts of the world.

My experience in Barcelona with CEA Capa was unforgettable. It was one of the best decisions of my life. I had the experience of immersing myself in a new cultures and meeting new people. I traveled to 13 different countries over my 4 months abroad, and it was incredible. I learned so much--I gained independence and learned to adapt to new and unfamiliar situations, and became more open-minded and self-reliant. I chose student housing, where I was in an apartment building with all CEA Capa students. I loved all of my roommates as well as everyone in my apartment building and we planned trips together and would always go to class together! I met friends for life, friends that I still talk to every single day! CEA Capa is helpful and supportive in times of need, and I am glad I chose a program where I felt a sense of community.

Spain was the best place I could have studied abroad. There are incredible things to do and see in Barcelona such as night clubbing, going out to eat late, and sightseeing with some of the best art in the world. Spain has many different places to visit within it that are diverse. Cadaquez, north of Barcelona was my favorite place I visited and one of the most beautiful places in the world. The local people I met treated me like family. The people are kind and know the balance of work life, and Spanish time is nothing like American time; everything is late, and that is considered on time. I want to go back there to live one day! A word of advice: try to use your Spanish as much as possible. Put yourself outside of your comfort zone and feel uncomfortable. When you use English and they try to accommodate you using English, they often feel somewhat embarrassed, and they should not be embarrassed in their own country for trying to speak your language. Speak theirs as much as you can out of courtesy. This experience changed my entire life, teaching me things about myself (strengths and weaknesses) that I would otherwise have never learned. I grew, and you will too. It's worth the money.

I cannot recommend CEA CAPA in Barcelona more! Seriously this was the best semester of my life. I absolutely loved my classes - my professors were intelligent, kind, helpful, and engaging, and it was so incredible being able to meet students from all over the U.S. who I still keep in contact with a year later! I learned more in some of my classes abroad than I do at my home university due to the super small class sizes and very hands-on projects. I did the Global Business Consulting program, and I worked on a semester-long project helping a small Barcelona-based SaaS company think about global expansion. It seriously was the most enriching experience I have ever had in a class (and my team won the competition!). CEA CAPA in Barcelona is wonderful and if you are considering it at all - GO!!

Studying abroad in Barcelona, Spain with CEA CAPA changed my life! I am so passionate about studying abroad and encourage everyone to do it! I studied abroad in the Summer of 2023 for four weeks. Barcelona was the perfect location for me because I enjoy the nightlife and the social scene of a city as well as the beach! I was enrolled in MKT 420, International Marketing, and learned so much about Spain's socio-economic landscape. I met the best of friends from all over the country, and we still keep in touch today. I was fully immersed in Spanish culture and tradition. This was so unique for me because before this trip I had never been overseas before. I grew so much as a person by navigating a brand-new country by myself. I encourage everyone to take this opportunity if you can, you will not regret it!

I recently had the pleasure of participating in the CEA CAPA program in Barcelona, and I can confidently say it was an incredible experience that exceeded my expectations.

From the moment I arrived, the staff at CEA demonstrated an unparalleled level of support. They were not only welcoming but also readily available to answer any questions I had, making the transition into the program seamless. Their dedication to ensuring a positive experience for every participant truly stood out.

One of the highlights of my time with CEA CAPA was the opportunity to try new things. The program encourages a spirit of exploration, and I found myself stepping out of my comfort zone to engage in activities I wouldn't have considered before. This added an exciting and enriching dimension to my overall experience.

Meeting new people is always a significant part of any program, and with CEA, I not only met incredible individuals but also formed what I know will be lifelong friendships. The sense of camaraderie among participants was fostered by the inclusive and welcoming environment created by both the staff and the program itself.

What sets CEA CAPA apart is the array of activities included in the tuition. I wholeheartedly recommend taking advantage of these offerings. The activities were not only enjoyable but also provided a unique way to immerse myself in the culture of the location. From cultural excursions to recreational events, each activity added a layer of richness to my experience.

In conclusion, my time with CEA CAPA was nothing short of amazing. The supportive staff, the opportunity to try new things, the formation of meaningful connections, and the diverse range of included activities all contributed to an unforgettable experience. I wholeheartedly recommend CEA CAPA to anyone seeking an immersive and enriching program abroad.

I had a great time with this program, as CEA/CAPA did a great job of orchestrating all aspects of this study abroad experience. Classes were interesting but not crazy tough, the city is one of my favorite in Europe, and the housing was nice, safe, and clean (though I did have to pay extra-- I am not sure about regular housing). I volunteered through the program and found it to be one of the most meaningful experiences I had during this time. Only complaint is that it is all American students, so my Spanish did not approve as much as I wish it had- but if you make a point of it, you will definitely be able to do better!

I had the best time of my life studying abroad and Barcelona was the perfect place! I loved how Barcelona had so much to explore in the city and around it, it was also near the beach which I loved, and was a place where you were really able to immerse yourself into their culture. CEA offered a lot of support and guidance throughout the program and my experience would not have been the same without this program. While being in Barcelona, I was able to explore so much more than I thought I knew about the city and was able to learn things beyond what I could have imagined. I was also able to learn and grow within myself more than I would have thought. Being abroad, you don't realize how much you can really test yourself and see how adaptable you are. It was also the biggest culture shock I could have experienced but in the best way possible. From things as what time people eat their meals, to what time people go out, to what mannerisms are appropriate and so much more, it was the best experience trying to live out a different lifestyle and learn about theirs.