Seville 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!

Referral Program

Know someone who would love to study abroad with SSA? Refer a friend by sharing their name, email, and PayPal account below (with their permission). To qualify, your friend must not have started an SSA application yet. If they apply, get accepted, and participate in one of our programs, you’ll both receive $100 via PayPal! Students who withdraw before the program start date will not qualify for the Student Referral Program.

Referral Program Form

Guidebooks

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.

Semester Programs

2025 Fall Programs

2026 January & Spring Programs

Short Terms Programs

2026 May & Summer Terms

2025 High School Summer Term

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

More information

Independent Research Project

More information

Volunteer Opportunities

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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 Practicum in Education Requirement

Please note that any student who wishes to work with children in Spain must obtain a criminal background check before their arrival. This mainly applies to students who will participate in the summer Practicum in Education. If you are a part of this program, please click here for more information.

Additional Forms

To be completed and returned to SSA, as needed.

Seville Social Media

Have you already “liked” the SSA Seville 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.