Spain
University of Valencia
www.uv.es
Established in
1499,
the
Universitat de Valencia
is one of the oldest universities in Europe. Valencia
has around 60,000 students and almost 3,500 lecturers and professors
located on three campuses.
Students can choose
from more than 90 departments offering classes in the humanities,
social science, and science.
The University
also offers non-credit classes in Spanish and Catalan for students
interested in
improving their language skills.
The campuses
offering social science and humanities classes are located in the
city of Valencia.
The city of Valencia is located on the
Mediterranean coast about 190 miles east of Madrid. Wi th
a population of about 800,000, Valencia and a very large student
population, Valencia offers all the benefits of urban life in a
coastal environment.
The city of Valencia dates from 137 BC and
features architectural styles from Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque.
Valencia is a maritime city with excellent beaches and neighboring
fishing villages.
The city and the university offer many cultural
and recreational activities including musical performances, museums,
and sports. With about 80,000 students living in Valencia, there are
many places for students to meet day and night.
Valencia is famous for its
Fallas celebration from March 15-19 each year.
The entire city participates and the fallas, gigantic wood and
plaster models are built
in the streets. On the final night the
fallas
are set ablaze amid a fireworks display.
Valencia has excellent public transportation
and good access to Madrid and Barcelona.
Program Features
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Exchange students can enroll in any class
provided they have the prerequisites.
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All classes are taught in Spanish (or
Catalan) so a high level of proficiency is Spanish is required to
participate in this exchange.
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Spanish
language courses are available at a small additional cost.
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Catalan
language classes available.
Eligibility
Fees and
Expenses
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Regular State
University Fee paid to CSU San Marcos. No tuition or fees at
University of Valencia.
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On-campus
residence: $715-$850 per month, depending on type of
accommodation, including meals. Shared apartments available
$200-$450 per month
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Health
Insurance: $36 per month.
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Cost of meals
and personal expenses will vary, but average $600 per month.
How to
Apply
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Visit the
University of Valencia website for
International
Student Exchange to
learn about the University.
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Consult with
the CSU San Marcos Study Abroad Advisor in Craven Hall 3200 to determine if you are
eligible for this program.
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Consult with
a faculty advisor in your major department to determine if the
Valencia courses will count toward your major. If so, complete a
Study Abroad Credit Approval Form.
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Obtain and
complete an Exchange Student Application form and submit it to the
CSUSM Study Abroad Advisor in Craven Hall 3200 along with copies of all your academic
transcripts.
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Application Deadline
July 1 - one application deadline
for Fall and Spring semesters
The Office of Global
Education
Craven Hall 3200
California State University San Marcos
333 South Twin Oaks Valley Road
San Marcos, California, 92096-0001
Tel: +1 760.750.4090
Fax: +1 760.750.3284
Contact Us
This page was last
updated
01/10/2008 |
