Barcelona Predeparture Information
Congratulations on your acceptance to study with SSA! We hope this is the beginning of an exciting and life-changing journey. Before you go, there are a few things we still need from you, which you may access by logging into your online account.
Below you will find important information regarding your program. These materials should answer most of your questions about the program and prepare you to go abroad, but please do not hesitate to contact us!
Visa
All students studying abroad for a semester in Spain must get a Spanish student visa. In order to apply for your student visa, you must have an official acceptance letter, visa letter, and health insurance letter from SSA. These items will be emailed to you, upon your completion of the Passport Information form in your online account.
Calendars
When booking your flight please refer to your program calendar.
2025 Spring Programs
- Barcelona, Spain | Liberal Arts in Advanced Spanish at UPF | Spring 2025
- Barcelona, Spain | Liberal Arts in English at UAB | Spring 2025
- Barcelona, Spain | Liberal Arts in English at UPF | Spring 2025
- Barcelona, Spain | International Business and Marketing in English at UAB | Spring 2025
- Barcelona, Spain | International Business and Marketing in English at UPF | Spring 2025
- Barcelona, Spain | Science and Technology in English | Spring 2025
- Barcelona, Spain | Elisava Design and Engineering in English | Spring 2025
2024 Summer Terms in English
2024 Fall Programs
- Barcelona, Spain | Liberal Arts in Advanced Spanish at UPF | Fall 2024
- Barcelona, Spain | Liberal Arts in English at UAB | Fall 2024
- Barcelona, Spain | Liberal Arts in English at UPF | Fall 2024
- Barcelona, Spain | International Business and Marketing in English at UAB | Fall 2024
- Barcelona, Spain | International Business and Marketing in English at UPF | Fall 2024
- Barcelona, Spain | Science and Technology in English | Fall 2024
- Barcelona, Spain | Elisava Design and Engineering in English | Fall 2024
Health Insurance
All students attending SSA programs are provided with health insurance for the duration of the program through CISI Cultural Insurance Services International:
Options for Experiential Learning
Internships & Service Learning
Independent Research Project
Volunteer Opportunities
Optional Trips
At SSA, we recognize that one of the reasons you are studying abroad is to see the world. Students can easily book weekend travel, day trips, special visits, and much more. Talk to your Resident Director for tips and advice on how best to take advantage of your time abroad.
Additional Forms
To be completed and returned to SSA, as needed.
Barcelona Social Media
Have you already “liked” the SSA Barcelona Facebook page or have you followed us on Instagram? If not, you should! See what current students are doing, as well as the events, activities, and excursions that are happening around Seville with SSA.