The University of Alicante Spain
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The University of Alicante Spain Academic Calendar Eligibility Chestnut Hill College The University of Alicante Students province, 10 minutes from international The Location airport El Altet, less than twenty minutes Alicante, Spain is a beautiful port city from the main industrial enclaves and less Study Fall and/or located on the Mediterranean Sea, home than fifteen minutes from nearby to many tourist attractions including the Period recreational areas. Students will also have Spring Basilica of Santa Maria, the Santa access to a railway line that surrounds the Barbara Castle and dozens of museums. west side of the campus and the future Overall, the city boasts a year-round Science Park. Language Spanish/ nightlife for the enjoyment of tourists, fun- The University aims at setting up one of the loving residents, and a large student world's best science parks. In addition to a of English population at the University of Alicante. strong commitment to innovation and The climate in Alicante is ideal: winters technology, the University of Alicante Instruction are mild, summers are hot and there is reaches the most prestigious heights in its very little rain throughout the year. The firm commitment to culture and heritage. University of Alicante owns one of the Type of Apartment most attractive campuses in Spain. With a current area of about one million square Academics Housing meters and annexed land of 650,000 The University of Alicante currently includes other meters available for its expansion, around fifty programs of study and over one of its main features is its wide, Approxi- Fall: Sept.– Jan- seventy university departments and research uncluttered look. It has been designed in groups in the areas of: Social Sciences and mate uary line with the latest architectural trends. In addition, the campus grounds include Law; Experimental Technology; Humanities; semester Spring: January carefully maintained gardens, with a Education; and Health Sciences. Classes are considerable woodland and wide taught in both English and Spanish. Courses dates – June pedestrian area. in English are available in the following programs: Arts & Humanities; Social Sciences The University & Law; Sciences; Engineering & Architecture; CHC Since 2014 The University of Alicante was founded in October 1979. Strategically located in Health Sciences; and Education. partner the province, the University has direct access to the A-7 (Mediterranean Housing Approx. $750- motorway) and the inland motorway. The two main motorways form a crossroads Costs 850/month on the edge of the campus. The school is five minutes from the capital of the Page 2 Global Education Office Chestnut Hill College Housing Air Travel The University of Alicante will assist CHC students are responsible for making their you in making housing arrangements. own travel arrangements. Please see the The university will help you to find Global Education Office for assistance. housing options in Alicante or nearby areas; access to multiple forms of transportation makes Tuition travel to the university easy. Students will have CHC students continue to pay CHC tuition and fees access to libraries, technology resources, a while attending the University of Alicante. Students shopping center and plenty of cafes and are billed for tuition and fees plus a Global restaurants on campus. Education fee. Keep in mind that all financial aid can be applied towards your study in Spain since you are participating with an official CHC sponsored program. Students do not pay any tuition fees in Spain. Please note you will pay for your own room and board, any travel, personal expenses, and activities you participate in. Academic Calendar The academic calendar is split into two semesters. The autumn semester begins mid-September and runs through mid December. The term for the spring semester begins the end of January and runs through May. CHC students are expected to attend at least one full semester. Health Visas Insurance Student visas are required for students whose time All students are of study in Spain exceeds 90 days. If your time of required to study is less than 90 days, you will not be required maintain a to obtain a visa for your stay in Spain. While most health insurance student visa requirements are similar from consulate policy that will to consulate, the student must check their consulate's provide website for the exact requirements. coverage for All students intending to study in Spain for more the entire than 180 days will be required to obtain a duration of their "Certification of absence of police records." time abroad. All CHC students also MUST purchase an Students have one of two options for fulfilling this ISIC card prior to study abroad. Information on requirement: international health insurance providers can be Submit a state-issued Criminal Background obtained from the Global Education Office. You may Check from the state of residence (students find that your present health insurance policy includes should perform an online search of “Criminal overseas coverage. It is important, however, that your Background Check” with their state of residence carrier provide written verification of such coverage. to get instructions on how to obtain the Background Check). The state Criminal So, how do I get started? Background Check must also be verified by the Simply come by the Global Education Office to pick Secretary of State's office of the issuing state. up an application form. Remember- Applications are Submit an FBI Background Check. FBI due March 1 for the Fall term and October 1 for the Background checks can take 8-10 weeks to be Spring term. processed and returned, so early submission is essential. .