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Academic Programs International is an independent study abroad provider, located in the USA. The programs that the institution offers vary in length and purpose: they can last for two weeks or one year; they can be intensive language courses, but there is also availability of courses for almost every major discipline in a number of languages of instruction. API always tries to match the program according to the student’s needs. Locations include Argentina, Chile, Costa Rica, Cuba, Ecuador, Mexico, Portugal, Croatia, Germany, Iceland, Scotland, Bhutan, China, Australia, New Zealand, France, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, Poland, Qatar, Spain, the United Arab Emirates, and the United Kingdom. Furthermore, API takes care of housing and educational arrangements as well as excursions in each program. A scholarship opportunity of $250–1000 is provided, too, the amount being partially based on financial need and partially based on the student's merits (essays/recommendations). API university and institutional partners are either fully accredited foreign universities or institutes with U.S. schools of record.
Study Program Details
Contemporary Hispanic Studies
The Contemporary Hispanic Studies program at the Academic Programs International (API) is a study-abroad program provided by University of Seville
for international students who are at the beginner level of fluency in the Spanish language. This program is specifically for students with an interest in starting their studies of the Spanish language and Hispanic culture directly from the source. Some of the subjects that enrolled students will study include Spanish vocabulary and composition, Spanish literature and film, flamenco music study, and more. Students who complete this program can use their academic experience to continue the study of Spanish language and culture for a more culturally-rich professional outlook.
Level: Not Applicable
Location: Seville
Language of instruction: Spanish
Esade International Studies Summer
The Esade International Studies Summer program at the Academic Programs International (API) is a study-abroad program provided by Esade University for international undergraduates and graduate students. This program is specifically for students with an interest in international studies and/or business. Some of the subjects that enrolled students will study include entrepreneurship, international business, Spanish language and culture, geopolitics, communication skills and cross-cultural studies. Students who complete this program can take their earned credits to further their studies and become well-cultured international business leaders.
Level: Not Applicable
Location: Barcelona
Language of instruction: Spanish
Hispanic and European Studies
The Hispanic and European Studies program at the Academic Programs International (API) is a study-abroad program provided by Pompeu Fabra University for international Junior or Senior-level students. This program is specifically for students with an interest in studying the Spanish language and Hispanic culture directly from the source. Some of the subjects that enrolled students will study include Spanish history, Spanish art and film, Spanish language and culture, global marketing, and EU politics. Students who complete this program can use their academic experience to enrich their academic and professional careers with a greater understanding of international culture and history.
Level: Professional Development
Location: Barcelona
Language of instruction: Spanish
Hispanic Multidisciplinary Integrated Studies
The Hispanic and Multidisciplinary Integrated Studies program at the Academic Programs International (API) is a study-abroad program provided by Universidad de Cádiz (University of Cádiz) that is similar to the Multidisciplinary Integrated Studies program but with a focus on studying mostly in the Spanish Language. This program is specifically for students with an interest in studying various disciplines with Spanish students to gain a better understanding of the Spanish language. Some of the subjects that enrolled students can study include enology, English history, chemistry, marine studies, business and finance and more. Students who complete this program can use their academic experience to enrich their academic and professional careers with studies from international school.
Level: Professional Development
Location: Cadiz
Language of instruction: English, Spanish
International Relations and Spanish Language
The International Relations and Spanish Language program at the Academic Programs International (API) is a study-abroad program provided by the University of Deusto for international students majoring or minoring in marketing, business, international relations or sociology. This program is specifically for students with an interest in completing some studies abroad for the additional academic experience. Some of the subjects that enrolled students will study include the Spanish language, Spanish business and international relations, principals of marketing, corporate law, and more. Students who complete this program can use their international academic experience to continue their studies at their home school.
Level: Not Applicable
Location: Bilbao
Language of instruction: Spanish
International Studies
The International Studies program at the Academic Programs International (API) is a study-abroad program provided by the Autonomous University of Barcelona (Universitat Autónoma de Barcelona)for international undergraduates. This program is specifically for students with an interest in international studies. Some of the subjects that enrolled students can study include entrepreneurship, international business and communication, Spanish language and culture, art and literature, Mediterranean studies and cross-cultural studies. Students who complete this program can take their earned credits to further their studies in business, art, language and more.
Level: Undergraduate Bachelors
Location: Barcelona
Language of instruction: Spanish
International Studies and Business
The International Studies and Business program at the Academic Programs International (API) is a study-abroad program provided by University of Salamanca for international students with an intermediate fluency in the Spanish language. This program is specifically for students with an interest in studying various disciplines with Spanish students to gain a better understanding of the Spanish language. Some of the subjects that enrolled students can study include Spanish art history, Spanish language, Spanish music, business ethics, international marketing and more. Students who complete this program can use their academic experience to enrich their academic and professional careers by using their new-found knowledge of the Spanish language and international business processes.
Level: Not Applicable
Location: Salamanca
Language of instruction: Spanish
International Studies Summer
The International Studies Summer program at the Academic Programs International (API) is a study-abroad program provided by the Autonomous University of Barcelona for international undergraduates. This program is similar to the International Studies program, but it is only offered during the Summer. Some of the subjects that enrolled students can study include studying the Spanish language, city planning and architecture, cross-cultural management,and e-commerce/ online business.Students who complete this program can take their earned credits to further their studies in business, art, language and more.
Level: Not Applicable
Location: Barcelona
Language of instruction: Spanish
International Summer School
The International Summer School program at the Academic Programs International (API) is a study-abroad program provided by Pompeu Fabra University for international Junior or Senior-level students. This program is specifically for students with an interest in studying the Spanish language and Hispanic culture directly from the source. Some of the subjects that enrolled students can study include contemporary issues of the EU, Spanish art and film, Statistical computing,and society and politics in Spain. Students who complete this program can use their academic experience to enrich their academic and professional careers with a greater understanding of international culture and history.
Level: Professional Development
Location: Barcelona
Language of instruction: Spanish
Medical and Health Program
The Medical and Health program at the Academic Programs International (API) is a study-abroad program provided by University of Salamanca for international students majoring in health sciences like pharmacology, nursing, biology, medicine, etc. This program is specifically for students with an interest in studying in the medical and health disciplines on an international level. Some of the subjects that enrolled students can study include health communication, human genetics, and international studies. Students who complete this program can use their academic experience to enrich their academic and professional careers in the health sector.
Level: Undergraduate Bachelors
Location: Salamanca
Language of instruction: Spanish
Multidisciplinary Integrated Studies
The Multidisciplinary Integrated Studies program at the Academic Programs International (API) is a study-abroad program provided by University of Cádiz
for international students with advanced fluency in the Spanish language. This program is specifically for students with an interest in studying various disciplines with Spanish students to gain a better understanding of the Spanish language. Some of the subjects that enrolled students can study include history, philosophy, chemistry, marine studies, business and finance and more. Students who complete this program can use their academic experience to enrich their academic and professional careers with studies from international school.
Level: Not Applicable
Location: Cadiz
Language of instruction: Spanish
Paris to Barcelona Summer Program
The Paris to Barcelona Summer Program at the Academic Programs International (API) is a study-abroad program provided by Parsons Paris – The New School, and ELISAVA – Barcelona School of Design and Engineering international undergraduates and adult learners. This program is specifically for students with an interest in the culinary arts and/or design. Some of the subjects that enrolled students will study include visual merchandising, design, food culture, and consumer evolutions. Students who complete this program can earn up to four credits and take their earned credits to further their studies in the culinary or design industries respectively.
Level: Undergraduate Bachelors
Location: Barcelona
Language of instruction: English
Spanish Language and Culture
The Spanish Language and Culture program at the Academic Programs International (API) is a study-abroad program provided by the University of Salamanca (Universidad de Salamanca) for international students who want to improve their beginner- level fluency in the Spanish language. This program is specifically for students with an interest in studying the Spanish language and culture from the source. Some of the subjects that enrolled students can study include Spanish vocabulary, Spanish grammar, art, Spanish and Latin American film, and Spanish history. Students who complete this program can use their academic experience to continue the study of Spanish language and culture for a more culturally-rich professional outlook.
Level: Undergraduate Bachelors
Location: Salamanca
Language of instruction: Spanish
Spanish Language and Culture
The Spanish Language and Culture program at the Academic Programs International (API) is a study-abroad program provided by the University of Deusto for international students who want to improve their fluency in the Spanish language. This program is specifically for students with an interest in studying the Spanish language and culture from the source. Some of the subjects that enrolled students will study include Spanish composition, Spanish language in business, and more. Students who complete this program can use their academic experience to continue the study of Spanish language and culture for a more culturally-rich professional outlook.
Level: Not Applicable
Location: Bilbao
Language of instruction: Spanish
Spanish Language and Culture Summer
The Spanish Language and Culture Summer program at the Academic Programs International (API) is a study-abroad program provided by Universidad de Granada (Granada University) for international students. This program is specifically for students with an interest in studying the Spanish language and Hispanic culture directly from the source. Some of the subjects that enrolled students can study include history of art in Spain, business Spanish, Spanish geography, Spanish literature. Students who complete this program can use their academic experience to enrich their academic and professional careers with a greater understanding of international culture and history.
Level: Undergraduate Bachelors
Location: Granada
Language of instruction: Spanish
Spanish Language, Business, and Applied/Social Sciences
The Spanish Language, Business, and Applied/Social Sciences program at the Academic Programs International (API) is a study-abroad program provided by Pablo de Olavide University for international students with an interest in the Spanish language, business or applied/social sciences. Some of the subjects that enrolled students can study include nutrition, international marketing, and business, international finance, chemistry and more. Students who complete this program can use their international academic experience to enrich their academic and professional careers.
Level: Not Applicable
Location: Seville
Language of instruction: Spanish
Studio Arts
The Studio Arts program at the Academic Programs International (API) is a study-abroad program provided by University of the Basque Country for art majors and minors. This program is specifically for students with an interest in studying the various disciplines of studio arts on an international level. Some of the subjects that enrolled students will study include drawing, art and technology, sculpture, comic illustration, and the general history of design. Students who complete this program can use their academic experience to further their careers in the arts as illustrators, designers, and artist of various mediums.
Level: Not Applicable
Location: Bilbao
Language of instruction: Spanish
All Programs Available:
- Humanities
- Study Abroad Programs
- Philology, Languages, Literature
- Language Courses
- Language Courses and Cultural Immersion Programs
- Spanish Language and Literature (in Universities)
Language of instruction
English, Spanish
Type of school
Language School
Telephone
512.600.8900
Location
301 Camp Craft Road, Suite 100, Austin, Texas, The United States, 78746-6501
Admission Requirements
Once potential students have discussed with their home school studying abroad with the Academic Programs International (API), the general requirements for admission are as follows: at least 18 years-old, a minimum G.P.A. of 2.5, a completed API application, an official transcript, a valid passport or permit for Non-EU students (student visa for programs over 90 days), any level of Spanish language fluency,supplementary documentation, (dependent on program), a completed Intent to Enroll form with payment, a completed University contact information form, a letter of recommendation. Some programs require a G.P.A. of 2.75 or higher.
Language Requirements
Some programs accept any level of fluency in the Spanish language, while others require a higher level of fluency in the Spanish language.
Fees
There is a non-refundable $150.00 deposit due after completing the online application. Program payments are due in full prior to the start of the program unless the student is paying with financial aid. Students accepted into API's study abroad program must pay a non-refundable $400.00 confirmation payment (applied to the program cost), and a $275.00 security deposit, of which $180.00 is refundable if no damage/ excessive utility usage is assessed during the applicants stay. Although there are no payment plan options, the Alternative Payment Arrangement is an extension of the final payment to API and is subject to a $1,000.00 down payment (put toward the final balance) and a fee of $150.00. Please note that late fees are applicable and program fees vary, so applicants should assess their selected program fee breakdown.
Program Duration
Study program range from 10-18 credits per quarter/semester session and 3-9 credits per summer session.
Dates and Deadlines
Applicants must adhere to application deadlines as they vary by program.
Financial Aid
API does offer scholarships for their programs and students are encouraged to apply early.
Housing
Some programs have the options of a student dormitory, host family, or student apartment. Housing is included in the program fee for certain study programs unless otherwise noted.
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