Study Abroad

Academic Language Institute (ALI) Institute

Alicante, Spain

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)

ATTENTION SPANISH MAJOR AND MINOR STUDENTS:

Upon the recommendation of the Modern Language Department,

SPA 303 cannot be taken while abroad

It is highly recommended that SPA 304
also be taken at UWL prior to studying abroad.

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:

Program

Advisor

Office

Email

Alicante, Spain

Wallace

 311A GMH

wallace.meli@uwlax.edu

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

TBA

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
  • Ground Transportation from Madrid to Alicante upon arrival
  • 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.

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


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