The
program is designed primarily for undergraduate students
who are interested in studying in Seville with specific
interest in history, art, political science, economics,
business, marketing, language and literature. The
minimum requirements include one year of college-level
Spanish (students choosing Options B and C are exempt
from the language requirement). All applicants must
have a cumulative GPA of 3.0. However, students will
a lower GPA may be considered. Non-native English-speaking
students must have taken the TOEFL exam within the
last two years and earned a composite score of 600+
or have passed the UHM ELI placement exam.
Admission
to the program is selective. All applicants for the
program will be judged on their academic performance,
reasons for wishing to attend the program, flexibility
and sensitivity to other cultures, and ability to
adjust to a new cultural setting.
Immediately
upon acceptance to the program, students are required
to pay a non-refundable deposit of $500.00 to ensure
a place in the program. The deposit will be applied
toward the total cost of the program.
Please
note that UHM students accepted to the program are
required to attend three mandatory pre-departure class
sessions totaling 12 hours. Failure to attend will
result in students being withdrawn from the program.