Sevilla

Universidad de Sevilla

Spring, Fall

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Healthcare Internship in Sevilla

Summer

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Sevilla Universidad Pablo de Olavide

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Centro Universitario EUSA

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Off-Campus Residence Hall

ASA works with several different Residence Halls in Sevilla. Residence Halls feature fully furnished suite-style or apartment-style living including double or single bedrooms, gym, and 24/7 security. Each flat/unit has 1-4 bedrooms, shared bathroom, and kitchenette or communal kitchen access. Residence Halls house students from any country and are all-gender, but individual units/flats are same gender. Units/flats may be shared with fellow ASA students, as well as non-ASA students from Spain, Europe, USA, or other countries.

Shared Apartment

Students may be placed in fully furnished shared apartments, where rooms are typically double occupancy (shared). Apartments typically house 2-6 occupants and may be single gender or all gender. Meals are not included, as each apartment has fully equipped kitchen where you can prepare your own meals.

Spanish Homestay

Spanish homestay with 3 meals a day and 1 load of laundry per week included. Semester rooms are single occupancy. Summer rooms may be double (shared) or single occupancy. Bathrooms are shared. The majority of homestays host 1-2 students at a time, or in rare cases perhaps 1-2 more, depending on how large their flat is. Can accommodate vegetarian diets. This is a great way to improve your Spanish language skills and experience Spanish culture first hand!

Can I room with a friend?

In most cases we can accommodate same-gender roommate requests but cannot 100% guarantee it. If it's not possible to place you in the same room/apartment, we'll try to place you in the same building. You'll complete a Housing Request Form after being accepted, and you can give us the name(s) of those you want to live with. Roommate requests must be mutual, so be sure your friend requests you back!

When will I find out where I'll be living?

ASA will notify you of your living arrangements via email approximately 2 weeks before the start of your program. You will receive a detailed description of your housing and the location, and if there is another ASA student in your housing we will include their name and email address.

What if I don't like my host family?

If it is a problem with the homestay and not a language or cultural misunderstanding, ASA will move you to a different homestay right away. We have on-site staff in every city who are there to help students with any issues they encounter while abroad, and who check in periodically with students throughout their stay to ensure all is well.

Will my host family speak English?

No, but there’s no need to worry! Living in a homestay is the best way for you to learn Spanish, and you’ll be amazed at how quickly you will improve. Also, don’t forget that they've hosted international students before, so they understand that you are there to learn their language and want to help you.

What should I bring with me?

A detailed list of what to bring (and what not to bring) will be included in your ASA pre-departure handbook, which will be emailed to you about a month before your program begins. Students living in a homestay should consider bringing a small gift for their host, such as a candle, kitchen towel, chocolates, etc.

Are meals included?

Homestay accommodation includes 3 meals a day. Residence Hall/Shared Apartment accommodation does not include meals, but you'll have a kitchen where you can prepare meals, and grocery stores are within walking distance.

What is the food like?

The food is great and will be typical of your host country. Be prepared to try new things! If you have any food allergies or dietary needs, please let ASA know as soon as possible and we'll be happy to advise you on your options.

How far will I live from school?

Most housing is within a 15-25 minute walk from Universidad de Sevilla or Centro Universitario EUSA. The commute to Universidad Pablo de Olavide is typically around 30-40 minutes by subway or bus. Please rest assured that we place a high priority on location, and all ASA students live within a reasonable distance from their classes!

Córdoba

Day Trip

In Córdoba you’ll see the world famous 8th century Mosque, tour the historic Jewish Quarter, and explore the winding, ancient cobbled streets. During the 10th and 11th centuries under Muslim rule, Córdoba was one of the world’s largest and most advanced cities, as well as one of great religious diversity. A center of learning in math and astronomy, it housed the world’s largest library.

Granada

Overnight

Dating back to the 8th century BC, Granada is one of Spain’s most fascinating and culturally rich cities. See the breathtaking Alhambra palace and its gardens, built by the Moors in the 11th century. We’ll visit the Albacín and its remnants of Granada’s medieval Moorish past, as well as the Cathedral, where King Ferdinand and Queen Isabel are buried.

Itálica

Day Trip

Itálica was the first city on the Iberian peninsula founded by the Romans. At Cotidiana Vitae, see a reproduction of a 2,000-year-old Roman house, and tour the Roman ruins with its 25,000 seat amphitheater.

Alcazar Palace

Visit the Alcazar Palace on a sunny day, but don’t just see the palace - take along a book and snacks to spend the rest of the afternoon enjoying its beautiful gardens

Venture to Costa del Sol

You’re less than an hour’s bus ride away from the beaches and blue waters of Spain’s Costa del Sol

Hike Spain

Sevilla is close not only to the beach, but the mountains too. Check out the Sierra Norte or Aracena for some great hiking opportunities and natural, outdoor beauty

Itálica, Osuna, or the Castillo de Almodovar

Visit the Game of Thrones filming locations near Sevilla - Itálica, Osuna, or the Castillo de Almodovar

Plaza de Espana

Spend an afternoon at the famous Plaza de Espana

Stroll Along the River

The Guadalquivir river is at the heart of Sevilla, and its banks are a great place to read, relax, and soak up the Southern sun with locals

Discover Spanish Cuisine

How will you eat Spanish food after you get home? Take a cooking class and learn how to make patatas bravas, tortilla, paella, and other Spanish classics

Learn Flamenco

Take a flamenco or sevillanas dance class and learn to dance like the locals - there are even free classes at Plaza España

Culture & Ethnicity

Sevilla is the capital of Andalucía, one of the 17 autonomous communities within Spain.

The racial and ethnic makeup of Spain is becoming just as diverse as its languages. The total number of Spanish Muslims is nearly 2 million when factoring nationals as well as migrants from Morocco, Pakistan, Senegal, and other countries. While the Spanish government does not record statistics on the ethnic and racial background of its population, it records the population of non-citizens in Spain, which in 2018 equaled 4.7 million, around 10% of the population. Migrants largely come from the following countries: Morocco, Romania, UK, China, Colombia, Ecuador, Bulgaria, Germany, and Ukraine. Spain has the largest Romanian population in Western Europe, as well as a small Jewish community primarily residing in Madrid, Barcelona, Málaga, and a couple other cities.

The population of Sevilla is primarily of Spanish descent. Spaniards descend from multiple ancestries: the Moors of the Middle Ages, the Romans, and the pre-Roman Iberian peoples. Non-nationals make up about 4% of the city’s inhabitants, and they are mainly from Morocco, Ecuador, and Colombia, as well as Peru, China, Bolivia, and Argentina. About half of Spain’s gitano population lives in Sevilla.

Black salons (click here and here), barbershops, and all-gender hairdressers are available in Sevilla. There are also stores that sell Black haircare products, but you should consider bringing your favorite haircare products with you and enough to last your entire stay, because you may not find the same brands or variety of products that you’re used in the US. Here are some helpful suggestions on haircare products and tools to bring with you. You can also check out the Diversity Abroad guide to managing Black hair abroad.

Dietary Accommodations

If you live in the residence hall, you will prepare your own meals. If you live with a homestay family, please notify us about any special dietary needs with as much advance notice as possible, so we can assess whether your needs can be accommodated within a homestay.

Resources for dietary needs for allergies, religious beliefs, or other preferences below. We strongly encourage you to order food/allergy translation cards to help communicate your needs while abroad.

• Gluten free
• Halal
• Kosher
• Vegan
• Vegetarian
• Dairy-Free
• Nut Allergy

Mental Health

Students with a range of mental health conditions can successfully study abroad. If you take any medications, please review the U.S. State Department recommendations for traveling abroad with medications.

ASA is happy to talk to you about what resources are available for any mental or physical health needs you have. Please reach out to us by clicking here. Having advance notice of what your needs are will allow us to identify resources to support you, such as therapy or ongoing medical care to allow you to be successful. Any ASA team member is a safe person to share things with!

With your ASA program, you'll also have a paid subscription to mindhamok, a 24-7 service designed to support study abroad students’ mental, physical, and social wellbeing. mindhamok's curated online and live resources give you tools to help you succeed.

You can use mindhamok to: Request an appointment with a coach/therapist; Live chat with a coach/therapist about concerns such as roommate issues, relationships, etc.; Discuss homesickness, culture shock, or adjustment concerns; and much more.

For more information, see our mental & emotional health information here.

Religion

Spain and Sevilla have had a fairly consistent Roman Catholic affiliation through most of their history and currently maintain a majority Christian population, plus a small minority of Protestants. In Sevilla, about 4% of people identify as Muslim, and 1% as Jewish. ASA is happy to help you find a place of worship in Sevilla - just ask us.

Disability Accommodation

Spain’s ‘Developed National Accessibility Plan’ requires the removal of all architectural barriers to help accommodate disabled persons. Other legislation has also been implemented to ensure social inclusion and integration is a normality across Spain.

According to Wheel the World, the tourism industry in Spain tries to comply with accessibility guarantees, and transportation has adaptations. Public transit in Sevilla is wheelchair accessible, and in general, major museums, restaurants and accommodations do not have obstacles for people with reduced mobility. However, Sevilla does have some cobblestone streets, especially in the historic districts. Additional information can be found here. Airports in Spain have free assistance for people with reduced mobility, hearing and vision as well as cognitive disabilities. For more information about these services, click here.

We encourage you to open a dialogue with us so we can assess accessibility in housing and academic spaces. The U.S. State Department has advice for international travelers with disabilities at this link.

First Generation

ASA provides hands-on support throughout the entire process. This includes housing, course registration, flight and arrival logistics, and student visa guidance. While you're abroad, our on-site staff is available to support you 24/7. They coordinate social and cultural activities and offer guidance on the local culture, to give you and your support system peace of mind throughout your program. We also have an online orientation for parents/families/support systems at this link.

Gender & Sexuality

We welcome students with any gender identity and sexuality on all of our programs.

Spain is one of the most progressive countries in the world regarding gender and sexuality. Homosexuality and the right to gender change are legal, while discrimination of any kind is illegal. While there is still no official recognition of non-binary genders, the country does recognize intersex and has legislation upholding their rights.

Check out the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association Guide here.

Non-Traditional Students

ASA welcomes all degree-seeking undergraduate students on any of our programs. We are happy to talk through any component of your identity (e.g. age, marital status, parental/caregiver status, military affiliation, et al.) that may affect your ability to participate on a program. Click here to contact us.

Financial Aid & Money Matters

ASA allows payment deferral until your institution releases your Financial Aid, and we offer payment plans upon request to students who need it. More information on billing and payment can be found here.

ASA also has several scholarships you can apply for within our program application. Students who receive a Pell Grant as part of their Financial Aid package are eligible to apply for the Gilman Scholarship.