Study Abroad
Academic Language Institute (ALI) Institute
Alicante, Spain
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ATTENTION SPANISH MAJOR AND MINOR STUDENTS: The Department of Modern Languages requires SPA 303 and SPA 304 be taken at UW-L prior to studying abroad.
A student pursuing a major or a minor
in Spanish at |
Academic Language
Institute (ALI)
The ALI is a private entity dedicated to
providing quality educational and professional internship
opportunities to individuals and groups seeking tailor-made
Spanish-language acquisition programs in Spain. Our goal is
to meet the specific needs of each university, sponsor or
student by offering both pre-established study programs and
specially designed specific-purposes language programs.
Courses are available for all proficiency levels and include
practical enhancement activities to complement and expand
classroom activities.
ALICANTE
Known for its miles of sandy beaches, Alicante is a
starting point for thousands of tourists every year. Famous
for its excellent weather, the city invites you to take a
trip along the coast or to the wonderful
island of Tabarca. Along the Alicante harbor you find
beautiful long alleys for nice relaxing walks, enjoying the
palm trees and the mild climate. With many historical
buildings around the entire city, Alicante offers countless
sightseeing attractions, from cathedrals to churches and of
course a wonderful harbor area. Additional to sightseeing,
direct from the harbor area, a long wide sandy beach leads
its way up to San Juan. Just drop your towel on the sand and
enjoy a wonderful day in the sun. Alicante has about 340,000
residents and lies directly at the Mediterranean Sea.
(From
http://www.alicante-spain.com/alicante.html)
ACADEMIC PROGRAM
Intermediate and Advanced Levels
Students will enroll in two courses while in Alicante. In
the morning, students will attend a grammar course at either
the intermediate or advanced level (SPA 304 or SPA 330 UWL
Equivalency, in addition to taking coursework in a Medical
Spanish course that will include guest speakers and visits
to related areas of interest. These site visits will be
scheduled during some afternoon hours. Medical Spanish (SPA
306)
A Modern Languages Advisor for the Alicante program has been identified:
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Program |
Advisor |
Office |
e-mail |
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Alicante, Spain |
Wallace
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311A GMH |
mwallace@uwlax.edu
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COURSE EQUIVALENCIES
The course
equivalencies spreadsheets have been compiled from past
approved Academic Plan forms. They show when the course was
last approved and how it transferred back to La Crosse. You
may notice that some classes satisfied several UWL options.
This list is not comprehensive nor does it take the place of meeting with your advisor for final approval! They are meant to be a guide of what courses may be appropriate for your studies abroad.
HOUSING AND MEALS
Housing is in double rooms with families and is carefully
chosen by ALI to ensure complete immersion in the Spanish
language, its culture and its traditional social
environment. While attending the program you will receive
three meals a day as part of the program fee.
CULTURAL
EXCURSIONS
A variety of cultural excursions will be offered as part
of this experience.
Specific details will be communicated to you directly
from ALI.
PASSPORTS & VISAS
Before you travel abroad, you will need
to obtain a passport, which will serve as proof of your
U.S. citizenship. A passport may allow you to gain entry to
(and exit from) other countries. Depending on the country to
which you're traveling, a
visa may be required as well.
Entry requirements vary from one country to another. The
U.S. State Department issues
travel warnings specific to certain countries, and
offers
tips and publications relevant to travel abroad
generally. Well in advance of your departure, you should
also familiarize yourself with
international travel health issues, and health
recommendations specific to your destination.
PROGRAM FEE
The program fee includes the following:
- Tuition (6-7 credits, depending on whether your language component counts for SPA 304 or SPA 330)
- University and Administrative Fees
- Housing and Meals
- Cultural Activities and Excursions (as arranged per course)
- Study Abroad Health Insurance (mandated by UW System)
- International Student Identity Card (ISIC)
- Study Abroad Graduation Sash
Airfare is NOT included in the program fee.
Financial aid is applicable.
Refer to Program Fees for the
most current program fee.
All program fees subject to change. Valid for undergraduate Wisconsin residents only; out-of-state students pay Minnesota reciprocity or a non-resident surcharge.
APPLICATION PROCESS
For more information, please view: Study
Abroad~Exchange Application Guidelines.
- Application Form (use your tab and arrow keys to navigate the form)
- $50 application fee (payable to UW-La Crosse)
- Unofficial University Transcripts
- Academic Recommendation Form (1 form from a Spanish professor)
Program Dates
For precise dates refer to the
Program Dates.
ADMISSION CRITERIA
- 2.5 minimum GPA
- The desire to experience the world and receive academic credit for doing it!
ORIENTATION
All students will be required to attend a pre-departure
orientation. The orientation will help you prepare for
international travel in general, and for the experience of
visiting Spain.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Katlyn Hoffman's Travel Experience
Academic Language
Institute
Office of International
Education
1209 Centennial Hall
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
1725 State Street
La Crosse, WI 54601 USA
| Telephone: 608-785-8016 | Fax: 608-785-8923 | E-Mail: studyabroad@uwlax.edu |