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University of Carlos III (Exchange Program) (Outgoing Program) Featured:

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Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Minimum GPA: 2.75 Program Type: CSULB Exchange
Language of Instruction: English, Spanish Language Requirements: Spanish - 4 Semesters Suggested
Class Standing: Graduate, Junior, Senior, Sophomore Financial Aid: ASI-CSULB Scholarship, Cal Grant A, Cal Grant B, EOP Grant, Pell Grant, Perkins Loan, PLUS Loan, Private Loans, SEOG Grant, Stafford Loan, SUG Grant, Veteran's Benefits
Areas of Study: Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Film, Finance, Information Systems, International Studies, Journalism and Public Relations, Political Science, Sociology, Spanish Language and Culture
Program Description:
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Carlos III University of Madrid recently celebrated its 20th anniversary during the 2009/2010 academic year. While it is a relatively new public institution, it has achieved a reputation for academic and research excellence as well as one of innovation and internationalization which attracts top researchers, faculty and students from Spain and around the world. Carlos III offers a wide range of possibilities for research, teaching or studying on any of its 3 beautiful campuses located near the city of Madrid.
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Students may take courses from any of the subjects taught at UC3M. Classes designated as "Spanish" are instructed completely in Spanish. Classes designated as "Spanish, English" can be taken in either language.

You can find the complete list of courses and majors here.

To determine the CSULB equivalency for Spanish course credits divide the credits by two (e.g., 6 Spanish credits equals 3 CSULB units).
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Students who are eligible for financial aid may apply their award package to most semester or year long study abroad programs. Students are also eligible for either need-based subsidized or unsubsidized non-need-based federal direct loans. A list of alternative student loans is available in the CSULB Office of Financial Aid (BH-123).

Additional financing information can be found at this webpage.

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Click the link below for comments and advice from our returning students on attending the University of Carlos III!
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Testimonial:
Testimonial:
•   (Sp. 2012) Most people in Europe speak English, but it is always better to be more fluent in another country’s language because people are nicer if you speak to them in their language.
     — Spring, 2013 Participant
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Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Fall 2021 03/15/2021 04/01/2021 TBA TBA
Spring 2022 10/01/2021 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.