SPAIN STUDY
ABROAD PROGRAMS
Program Overview
The University of Deusto is one of the most prestigious academic institutions in Spain, with campuses in Bilbao and San Sebastián and a tradition of academic excellence in teaching and research.
The university first opened in 1886, founded because Spain's Basque Country wanted its own university and the Jesuits wanted to move their School of Higher Studies in La Guardia (Pontevedra) to a more central place.
Since 1962, the number of students has grown from 500 to more than 16,000; the number of lecturers has risen to more than 600; the number of faculties has increased by seven; and postgraduate degrees (master's degrees and diploma courses) have been added.
Program type
This is a Marquette exchange program, so most financial aid generally applies. To learn more about how this program will affect your specific financial aid package, please go to Office of Student Financial Aid.
Duration
Semester or full year
Dates
Fall term: late September to mid-January
Spring term: mid-February to mid-June
Eligibility
Most majors; minimum junior standing; strong Spanish language skills; required nine credits beyond SPAN 2002
Language
Courses are taught in Spanish.
Subjects offered:
An intensive Spanish course is offered two to three weeks before the start of the semester. Also offered are business, business law, economics, ethics, finance, humanities, international business, management, marketing, social sciences and Spanish for foreigners courses.
Class and credit info:
Students take five to six courses, depending on the program, for an average of 15 to 18 credits.
Living
The campus at San Sebastián is much smaller than Marquette and much different. Similar to a community college in the States, it has no dormitories. Most students live at home, and a few rent out apartments or flats. You will live in an apartment or shared flat arranged by the university housing agency.
Orientation
Deusto hosts a welcome orientation for new students, including campus tours. Students will receive more information before their departure. An intensive Spanish language course is also available before the semester starts.
Permit/visa
Visa required (need to apply two months in advance)
Office of International Education
