STUDY ABROAD PROGRAM
SPAIN
University of Deusto
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
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Available fall, spring and summer
Easy transfer of credits
On-campus accommodations, apartments, or homestay
No prior language experience required
Direct enrollment (You pay tuition to the University of Deusto)
WHY BILBAO?
Bilbao is bustling, friendly and beautiful. It is a modern and diverse city
located in the Basque Country, a northern province of Spain that borders
the Bay of Biscay to the north and the Pyrenees Mountains and France
to the northeast. Historically known as the industrial and financial capital
of the north, Bilbao has undergone tremendous change, including the
recent opening of the Guggenheim museum. Bilbao is big enough to
offer the advantages of a large city but is small enough to become
intimate. Although a new metro system connects the downtown with
the surrounding neighborhoods, Bilbao can easily be walked--from the
“Casco Viejo” (old town) to the shopping and business district, to the
Guggenheim and back across the river to the university. BASQUE COUNTRY
Bilbao is home to the Basque people and is a wonderful example of
Spain’s rich cultural and linguistic diversity. The Basque have developed a
very distinct culture and language although being connected by politics
and economics to the rest of Spain for centuries. The Basque Country
(País Vasco) is one of Spain’s 17 comunidades autónomas. The nearby
town of Guernica is the historical center of Basque culture and is also
known by the 1936 German air raid on civilians that inspired Picasso’s
ELIGIBILITY
• Undergraduate student
• Good academic standing (2.75 GPA)
• One year’s residency at Chatham
APPLICATION DEADLINES
AND PROGRAM DATES
SPRING 2016 TERM
Application Deadline
October 15, 2015
Entry Date
January 11, 2016
SUMMER 2016 TERM
Application Deadline
March 30, 2015
Entry Date
June 27, 2016
FALL 2016 TERM
Application Deadline
April 15, 2016
Entry Date
September 2, 2016
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famous painting. This region also boasts some of Spain’s most beautiful
beaches and mountains, and is famous for its renowned cuisine. www.bilbao.net or www.okspain.org
STUDY AT UNIVERSITY OF DEUSTO
The Universidad de Deusto (UD) is a private Catholic university, established
and run by the Jesuits. Founded in 1886, UD has become a thoroughly
modern university, and prides itself on its participation in numerous
international study programs. It is located on the banks of the Nervion
River across from the Guggenheim Museum. www.deusto.es
ACADEMICS
There are two program options from which students can choose: the
Language and Culture Program or the Business, International Relations
and Spanish Program. The Language and Culture Program is an immersive
Spanish language program and all courses are taught in Spanish. The
Business, International Relations and Spanish Program offers some Spanish
language courses with additional courses in business and international
affairs taught in English. Students receive 12-18 credits for the semester
program and 6-7 credits for the summer program. www.cide.deusto.es/cs/Satellite/socialesyhumanas/en/cide
STUDENT SERVICES & ACTIVITIES
In fall and summer, the program begins with a three-day excursion, where
students will learn about Spanish history and culture. In Bilbao, students
are given information on academic, health, and safety issues, and receive
a campus tour. Students are formally enrolled in their classes and are
introduced to university facilities, including the email system. Other
activities such as tours of Bilbao, dinners, and other events are offered.
Excursions can vary by program but may include, in addition to the threeday arrival tour, city tours, a visit to the Peace Museum in Guernica, a visit
to the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, the running of the bulls in Pamplona
(summer only), the Bay of Bizcay, the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve and a
day trip to the South of France (semesters only).
ESTIMATED COSTS
SPRING
2016
SUMMER
2016
FALL
2016
Tuition &
Fees
$7,2907,580
$4,7755,075
$7,2907,580
Housing
€2,0254,170
Included
€1,7004,000
Additional
$3,000
Expenses
$1,000
$3,000
Approx.
Total
$5,7756,075
$12,15314,961
$12,50915,150
These prices are an estimate and are subject to
change. Tuition and housing shall be paid directly
to the University of Deusto. “Additional expenses”
is an estimate for meals, health insurance,
entertainment, transportation, and personal
allowance. Airfare is not included in either the
additional expenses or total estimated cost of the
program.
Students are responsible for all other expenses
such as airfare, transportation, visa fees, books,
and personal allowance. Chatham is committed to
being as transparent as possible with respect to
our study abroad financial arrangements. Financial
transactions and business dealings are fully
disclosed. Foreign currencies can be converted at
www.xe.com/currencyconverter/
ACCOMMODATIONS
There are several housing options and different items and services are
included or excluded depending on the option assigned. Home stays are
within commutable distance to the school and include a single room, three
meals a day, laundry, bedding and a towel. Apartments (semesters only)
are shared with two to six other students and include room, laundry and
kitchen facilities, shared bath and toilet. Board may or may not be included
in the apartment option. Residence halls are available near campus and
include a shared room, all meals, bedding and towel, shared bath and toilet.
Although every consideration is given to a student’s housing request, it is
not guaranteed. Housing and board for the summer program is included in
the program cost.
CONTACT INFORMATION
More information about the program can be obtained from the Office of
International Affairs.
OFFICE OF INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS
Falk Hall, Room 003
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412-365-2714