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SSPAIN: Madrid, Salamanca, Málaga • COSTA RICA: San Rafael de Coronado (San José) • MEXICO: Cuernavaca

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"The quality of teaching isn'tobserved solely in the content of thecourses, but also in the sincere inter-est of the professors; that the stu-dents learn the language and Spanishculture. The cultural activities atEscuela Internacional are fun andhave given me a chance to see thebeauty and wealth of this country."

Alexander P. CruzAccountant, Canada. 35 years old.

Henk WarrisRetired, Holland. 71 years old.

"The thing I like most about EscuelaInternacional is the atmosphere:informal, helpful and kind. You haveto work hard in class, but it is alwayspleasurable. Thank you to the profes-sors for motivating the students somuch."

"Studying Spanish is very interestingand important for Brazilians. Now,studying Spanish at EscuelaInternacional is a very pleasant expe-rience. The professors and the family Ilive with are very special and veryattentive. The school has studentsfrom all over the world and I havemade a lot of international friends"

Jivago Lenz DutraStudent, Brazil. 22 years old.

I love studying here in Spain and atEscuela Internacional. I have learnedso much Spanish and when I arrived Ihad never studied Spanish before. Inmy opinion, life in Spain is very good.I wouldn’t change a thing about mytime here. I liked it all, the school, theclasses, the professors and myfriends. I want to be here forever!

Elin HoglundStudent, Sweden. 22 years old.

"The Escuela Internacional building inMálaga is only 2 minutes from thebeach and 20 minutes from the centerof the city. The professors are verykind and only speak Spanish.Because of this I am always speakingSpanish; at school and at home withmy family."

Kenn Hoe ChristensenStudent, Denmark. 22 years old.

"My time here has been very fun.Now I have a lot of new friends fromall over the world and memories thatwill last me the rest of my life. I amsure that I want to come back and thatwhat I have learned is going to bevery helpful in the future."

Ingrid Birgitte VilandStudent, Norway. 21 years old.

"I wanted to learn Spanish in order toadvance in my career. I chose to dothe Annual Course with EscuelaInternacional in order to learnSpanish. The classes are very fun andinteresting and my teachers make anextra effort to bring everything thatthe students need to the classroom sothat we can improve. I have madeprogress thanks to the quality ofinstruction and the methodologyused at the school. Moreover, theexperience of living with a Spanishfamily has been fantastic. I am verysatisfied with the course."

Maria CaluagSocial Worker, USA. 28 years old.

"This school is like no other school.Before coming here I thought I wouldhave to study a lot to learn Spanish.At Escuela Internacional I learn whilehaving fun. The professors are likefriends and the students are also verynice."

Thomas IshiiStudent, France. 20 years old.

"The thing I like most about EscuelaInternacional is that I have met somany people from all over the world.The experience has been goodbecause at Escuela Internacional welearn Spanish in a fun way, sitting inclass and out of class just like we wereat home."

Corinna KaempferStudent, Germany. 21 years old.

“I was very nervous before arriving toSpain. But now I am living happilybecause the classes are very pleasant,the instructors are friendly, and I havemade many friends here at theschool.

Ana ImaiStudent, Japan. 22 years old.

"I am very happy with the course.The professors are very nice and theyalways help me with any questions Ihave. The school organizes a lot ofactivities that are very sociable. I amso thrilled that I still have 7 weeks lefthere!"

Stephanie Morssinkhof Student, Holland. 19 years old.

"I just want to say that up until nowmy time here in Spain has been won-derful. I am very satisfied with theschool and its professors. Life in Spainis very relaxed, something that makesme feel good. I like the night life a lotbecause it lasts until the next day. Ialso like the prices, which are low, andthere are stores with very good clothing.

Fredrica OlssonStudent, Sweden. 22 years old.

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Good Reasons to Choose E.I

Welcome to Escuela Internacional

Choose the Best Center for You

How do I Register?

What is my level of Spanish?

Teachers and Methodology

Courses

Short Courses

Summer Courses

Courses for Spanish Teachers

Long Courses

Official Exam Courses

Individual Courses

Superior Spanish Course

Group Courses

Accommodations

Airport Transfer Service

Medical Insurance

Spain: Madrid-Alcalá de Henares

Spain: Salamanca

Spain: Málaga

Costa Rica: San José

México: Cuernavaca

Activities and Excursions

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Good Reasons to Choose E.I.

Since 1988, E.I. has become a leading orga-nization in the teaching of Spanish as aforeign language. Today we are proud of thefact that the majority of students come to E.I.as a result of the recommendations of ourformer students.

There is a maximum of 10 international stu-dents in each class. The first day of thecourse you will take a placement test in orderto place you in the course and level that bestfit your needs and abilities. Throughout yourtime with us, we ensure that your professorswill closely monitor your progress. Beforeleaving E.I., you will receive a Certificate ofAttendance as well as a Grade Card, withscores reflecting your linguistic progress.

The E.I. schools are situated in cities famousfor their student atmosphere or theirbeaches. These cities offer a wide range ofscholastic, cultural and recreational opportu-nities. You will find it easy to meet manySpanish people of your own age and haveaccess to recreational and sporting facilities.You can also combine your studies easilyamong the various cities in Spain by register-ing for a "Combined Course".

In Spain and Mexico the lessons in groupsare 50 minutes long, 45 in Costa Rica. Thereare at least 4 different levels of learning ineach center.

Courses start every week, but we recom-mend that beginners start every 4 weeks.You may enroll for a period of 2 to 34 weeksin courses with 15 to 30 lessons a week.

The majority of our students choose to livewith a selected host family, who offers unpar-alleled Spanish hospitality, cooking and cul-tural exchange. It is also possible to live in auniversity residence to live among Spanishstudents. For those who prefer more inde-pendence, we have fully furnished apart-ments to share with other international stu-dents. It is also possible to reserve a room ina hotel located near the chosen E.I. center.

We are proud of the quality and profession-alism of all the teachers and staff at E.I. Weare aware that it is our qualified, nativeteachers who make Escuela Internacional aprofessional, innovative and dynamic organi-zation. Our teachers use real-life situationswithin an interactive methodology thatallows you to feel you are an important partof the class.

E.I. prepares students for the two mainSpanish exams:

1. ‘Diploma de Español como LenguaExtranjera’ (DELE), the only official languagecertificate offered by the Spanish govern-ment for international students.

2. The ‘Examen de Español Comercial’

The impressive results that EscuelaInternacional students obtain in both examsassure you of the quality of the courses.

Every E.I. student has the chance to take partin one or more ‘Intercambios’, (an exchangeof conversation) with a Spanish student. Theycomplement your experience in E.I. givingyou the opportunity to make new friends.

The University of Alcalá de Henares hasinspected the E.I schools of Madrid - Alcaláde Henares, Salamanca and Málaga. Verysatisfactory results were obtained in theteaching process and as a result all 3 E.I. cen-ters have received the CEELE certification.

Our extra-curricular program is the perfectcomplement to the language courses.Accompanied by a Social Coordinator, theactivities give you the chance to practiceyour new language skills in real life situations.On the weekends, you can participate inorganized excursions to interesting cities inSpain, Costa Rica or Mexico.

If after successfully completing the Advanced(C2) Level of the school’s program and uponreturning to your own country, your Spanishis of an insufficient level for academic oremployment purposes you can return to E.I.and study free.

Experience Counts

Learn Quickly in Small Classes

Native Qualified Teachers

A Wide Range of Accommodations

Unique ‘Intercambio’ Program in Spain

Quality Guaranteed E.I. Guarantee

Activities and Excursions

Excellent Location of E.I. Centers

Duration of Lessons and the Course Levels

Flexible Calendar

Preparation for Official Exams

CCEELE. A Guarantee of Quality Spanish Instruction

This is the symbol of guaranteed quality for SpanishLanguage Schools in Spain. Schools who pass thisofficial inspection have the right to use the CEELElogo. The Escuela Internacional Centers of Madrid- Alcalá de Henares, Salamanca and Málaga havealready passed this inspection.

Instituto Cervantes

Centro Acreditado

Cervantes Institute acre-dited Schools: E.I.Salamanca and E.I.Costa Rica

WELCOME TO ESCUELA INTERNACIONAL!

Escuela Internacional is a leading organization among

schools that teach Spanish as a second language, which

offers students the possibility of following a course pro-

gram in one of five Spanish schools in Spain and in Latin

America, Mexico and Costa Rica. We are certain you

will enjoy spending a few weeks with us, whichever des-

tination you may choose.

Why learn Spanish at Escuela Internacional? What makes us stand out from other schools? When

considering any and all aspects of a study abroad program, Escuela Internacional puts a special

emphasis on organization, preparation and personal attention for each and every student. Also,

since each school is medium-sized, we can maintain a comfortable, fun, family atmosphere for our

students. At the same time, we provide serious Spanish course instruction at qualified schools,

always demanding the highest level of professionalism and organization, in language teaching as

well as in the administration, which makes for centers which exceed the quality norms of their

country.

Outstanding language teaching at E.I. schools is due to the excellent coordination among the

professors and the studies coordinators. Making use of an internal website, we are continually

developing and revising didactic materials and communicative activities. There are also frequent

didactic seminars for the professors. This organizational effort allows the professors to approach

each lesson with enthusiasm and concentrate on helping each student to improve his/her level of

Spanish in the most effective way.

Carefully chosen destinations are characterized for being cities in which students can learn about

authentic Spanish life. In Spain you may choose to study in the cities of Salamanca, Malaga and

Madrid-Alcalá de Henares, and in Latin America between José, Costa Rica and Cuernavaca,

Mexico. They are safe, medium- sized, university cities where students can walk from their accom-

modations to the schools and easily get together with friends in the afternoons.

If you decide to come to Escuela Internacional we are certain you will have a memorable experi-

ence; you will reach your goal of learning Spanish together with other students from all over the

world and be able to experience Spanish life first hand, making friends, trying new foods, learn-

ing about the festivals, ambiance, light and color of this special country.

We hope to welcome you soon to one of the Escuela Internaiconal Spanish schools.

Prudencio Castaño

General Director E.I.

Escuela Internacional, A Total Education Service

Escuela Internacional’s primary objective is to teach our students to express them-selves in Spanish in any situation. You will have a great opportunity to learnSpanish quickly because of our communicative teaching methods. The flexibilityof the E.I. team with regards to student needs, to the professionalism of ournative teachers and the atmosphere created by our students who come from morethan 35 countries will help you in your progress. You may enroll throughout theyear in any of our schools in Spain: Madrid-Alcalá de Henares, Salamanca, andMálaga; in Costa Rica: San Rafael de Coronado (San José); or in Mexico:Cuernavaca. All of our centers offer the opportunity to study in a friendly studentenvironment. We arrange accommodations in selected host families, a universityresidence, international student apartments, or hotels located near the schoolcenters.

Spanish is:

- The world’s 2nd most spoken language.

- Spoken by 400 million people.

- The second language of the USA.

- The official language of 22 countries.

- An official language of the European Union.

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SPAIN: MADRID - Alcalá de HenaresSPAIN: Salamanca

COSTA RICA: SAN JOSÉ - San Rafael de Coronado MÉXICO: Cuernavaca

SPAIN: Málaga

Choose the BestCenter for You

Location within the city:In a residential neighborhood inPedregalejo, very near thebeachTemperatures summer/ winter:24,4 ºC / 11,8 ºCAccommodations in a hostfamily: YesAccommmodations in apartments:YesNº of meals per day in a hostfamily: 2-3

Location within the city:CenterTemperatuures summer/winter: 21,5 ºC / 8 ºCAccommodations in ahost family: YesAccommodations inapartments: YesNº of mealls per day in ahost family: 2-3

Location within the city:CenterTemperatures summer/winter: 24,3 ºC / 10 ºCAccommodatiions in ahost family: YesAccommodations inapartments: YesNº of meals per day in ahost family: 2-3

Locattion within the city:In a former coffee plantation in San Rafael de Coronado,just 10 kilometers from the center of San José.Temperatures summer/winter: 25 ºC / 21 ºCAccommodations in a host family: YesAccommodattions in an apartment: YesNº of meals per day in a host family: 2 (Breakfast anddinner)

Location within the city: In the cen-ter of Cuernavaca.Temmperatures summer/winter:21,5ºC / 8 ºCAccommodations in a host family:YesAccommodations in an apartment:NoMeals per day in a host family:1 or 3

A Day in Your Life at an E.I. Center in Spain Example for the Super-Intensive Course*

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Culture

FLEXIBLE

Lessons per week

FLEXIBLE

1. SUPER-INTENSIVE COURSE

2. INTENSIVE COURSE

3. SPANISH + LATIN DANCE

4. SPANISH + GOLF

8. COURSE FOR SPANISH TEACHERS

11. PREPARATION FOR DELE EXAMS

10. ANNUAL SPANISH LANGUAGE COURSE

5.SUMMER SUPER-INTENSIVE COURSE

6. SUMMER INTENSIVE COURSE

7. SUMMER COURSE FOR YOUNG STUDENTS 14-18 YEARS OLD

9. INTENSIVE COURSE:SEMESTER OR QUARTER

12. COMMERCIAL SPANISH

13. INDIVIDUAL COURSE

15. COURSE IN A TEACHER’S HOME

14. INTENSIVE + INDIVIDUAL COURSE

16. SUPERIOR SPANISH COURSE

17. CUSTOMIZED GROUP COURSE

SUMMER COURSES (2-18 WEEKS)

SHORT COURSES (2-11 WEEKS)

COURSE FOR SPANISH TEACHERS (2 OR 4 WEEKS)

LONG COURSES (12-34 WEEKS)

INDIVIDUAL COURSES (2-12 WEEKS)

SUPERIOR SPANISH COURSE (2-16 WEEKS)

GROUP COURSES (2-12 WEEKS)

OFFICIAL EXAM PREPARATION COURSES

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Profile of Courses

What level language skills do you have?

Some Tips to Help You Register

How do I register for E.I. Courses?

• Decide the start date and the duration of your stay.• Choose the city where you would like to study (see

pages 19-30).• Choose the best course for you (see pages 8-16).• Decide what type of accommodations you prefer (see

pages 17-18).• Decide if you will need transportation from the airport

when you arrive or medical insurance. (see page 18).• Complete the Enrollment Form (see enclosed form).• Send registration fees in the form of a money order,

wire transfer, Visa or Mastercard (see enclosed form). • Send the Enrollment Form and the payment receipt by

fax or by mail to Escuela Internacional.

Internet Makes Registering EasyThe quickest and easiest way to enroll for a course isthrough Internet.Youjust need to fill out theon-line enrollmentform found on ourWebsite. For your con-venience, the infor-mation in our Websiteis in 8 languagesSpanish, English,German, French,Italian, Portuguese,Finn and Japanese.

You are not able to communicate in everyday situations. You are not able to express yourself, or do so with difficulty and needtime to find the right words. You find it difficult to understand spoken language.

You have an acceptable level of comprehension when you are spoken to slowly and clearly. You can man-age normal everyday communicative situations and can participate in conversations about familiar topics.You can produce simple written texts.

You have a good level of comprehension and you can express yourself fluently inmany situations. You are capable of supplying arguments and defending a point ofview. You can read the newspaper and understand written texts without difficulty.

A. BEGINNERA1, A2, A3

B. INTERMEDIATE B1, B2, B3

C. ADVANCED C1, C2, C3

Progressive LearningA 3-month intensive course at E.I. is equivalent to almost3 years of study (2 hours a week) in your own country. Yourimmersion in the Spanish language and culture, combinedwith the quality of E.I. courses, will help you from the veryfirst day. The best way to learn a language is to speak, lis-ten, read and think it as much as possible. In the E.I.schools, this can be done in a fun and creative way.

Communicative MethodThe communicative method adapts to your needs. In theelementary level you learn to make yourself understoodin everyday situations such as shopping, speaking withfriends, making requests, . . .The teacher coordinates thelessons in such a way that you are encouraged to active-ly participate. In the higher levels, the student developsthe capacity for precise and effective discourse. You willbe amazed at your own progress and will easily be ableto ask for explanations and justify your decisions.

Course DatesWe offer courses year round. If you already have someknowledge of Spanish, you can begin any Monday. If youare a complete beginner and are going to study in Spain,we recommend that you start at the beginning of eachcourse (see the dates in the enclosed form).

Course levels adapted to European normsThe E.I. levels are adapted to the Common EuropeanUnion Framework for Languages, which establish 6 differ-ent courses called A1, A2, B1, B2, C1 and C2.

Continuous Evaluation of Your Progress in SpainThe professors continuously monitor your progress.With a test every week, you will notice your improve-ment and your instructor can easily see which areasneed reinforcement.

Motivational Instructors with Experience in EducationThe success of any language school stems from thequality of the teachers and the methods they employ.That is why E.I. counts on a team of enthusiastic profes-sionals with experience in education. Experts in motivat-ing, all the teachers are native speakers and holddegrees from the best universities. With our effectivecommunicative methods and the active participation ofteachers in the extensive E.I. Cultural Activities, we guar-antee you a memorable and successful experience inwhichever city you choose.

Unique E.I. In-house Training in SpainNew E.I. instructors complete special in-house Teacher’s

Seminars to study the methods used in EscuelaInternacional. In these seminars they learn that linguisticprogress is dependent upon many factors and that peo-ple from different countries have distinct learning obsta-cles. They are shown how to overcome these barriers sothat students can progress more rapidly and effectively.

EvaluationOn completion of your course or at the end of eachcourse, your instructor will give you a Grade Card thatindicates your progress in learning the language.

Reinforcement Materials and Teaching Resources The didactic material used in E.I. courses is comprised ofpublished textbooks and original E.I. materials. The text-books and materials the student receives are included inthe price of the course, except in Cuernavaca.Our instructors have access to a wide range of the verylatest learning resources, including the latest in languageteaching technology and course materials.

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COURSE PROGRESS LEVEL

THE LEARNING CURVE

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Advanced•

• The student is able to participate in longer conversations, provide arguments and give an opinion with clarity, can understand well structured discourse without difficulty, and is able to produce clear, detailed, written texts and explain advantages and disadvantages of a point of view.

• In this level the student is capable of understanding simple conversations, communicating in basic everyday situations and writing short texts such as notes or personal letters.

In this level the student can understand television programs and movies with ease, can express themselves fluently and precisely in any conversation, and is capable of producing clear, well-structured, detailed text with logical arguments and cohesion.

Percentages of Students by Nationality

Teachers and Methodology

18,56% 0,30% 1,00% 1,50% 0,40% 1,40% 0,20%

1,00% 25,95% 19,26% 4,89% 2,10% 0,70% 2,59%

6,19% 0,40% 1,30% 1,70% 3,59% 7,85%

ITALY

GERMANY AUSTRALIA AUSTRIA BELGIUM BRAZIL CANADASOUTHKOREA

DENMARK USA FRANCE HOLLAND ENGLAND IRELAND

JAPAN NORWAY POLAND CHEC REP. SWITZERLAND OTHER COUNTRIES

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Courses at Escuela Internacional

Course Characteristics- In Spain and Mexico each lesson lasts 50 minutes,

and 45 in Costa Rica.- 17 different types of courses.- Courses begin every week.- Enrollment from 2 to 34 weeks.- Qualified instructors.- Maximum of 10 students per class in Spain. 6 in Costa

Rica and 5 in Mexico.

- Levels: 4.- 15 - 30 lessons / week.- Class Schedule: Morning or Afternoon.- Placement test on the first day of the course.- Students from more than 35 countries.- Individual attention.- E.I. Quality Guarantee.- Certificate of Assistance and Grade Card (not of acade-

mic value under the Spanish Ministry of Education)

Levels City Start Classes PageLessons/Week

Duration(Weeks)Course CharacteristicsType of Course

SHORT COURSES (2-11 WEEKS)

1. Super-Intensive Course

2. Intensive Course

3. Spanish+ Latin Dance

4. Spanish+ Golf

SUMMER COURSES (2-18 WEEKS)

5. Super-Intensive Summer Course

6. Intensive SummerCourse

7. Summer Course for Young Students, Ages 14-18

COURSE FOR PROFESSORS (2-4 WEEKS)

8. Course for SpanishTeachers

LONG COURSES (12-34 WEEKS)

9. Intensive Course(Semester or Quarter)

10. Annual Course forBeginners

OFFICIAL EXAM PREPARATION COURSES (2-16 WEEKS)

11. D.E.L.E. ExamCourse

12.Commercial SpanishCourse

INDIVIDUAL COURSES (2-12 WEEKS)

13. Individual Course

14. Intensive + Individual Course

15. Course in aProfessor´s Home

SUPERIOR SPANISH COURSE (2-16 WEEKS)

16. Superior SpanishCourse

COURSES FOR GROUPS (2-12 WEEKS)

17. Customized Coursefor Groups

Maximum learning in a shorttime. Communicative method.

Step by step course with freetime.

Learn Spanish and Latin Dance.

Learn Spanish and play golf.

Maximum learning in a shorttime.

Take advantage of your vacationto learn practical Spanish.

Learn Spanish with young peopleyour age.

Complete practice, for professorsof Spanish as a second language.

Learn extensively about theSpanish language and culture

Long term course in Spain to bet-ter learn the Spanish language

Preparation for D.E.L.E. exams.

Learn specific business vocabu-lary quickly.

Individualized learning. Rapidand effective.

Group dynamics plus individuallessons.

Reach a higher level of languagein a short time.

Improve cultural knowledge andpreparation for D.E.L.E.

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Intensive Course2

Short Courses (2-11 weeks)

30 lessons per week.

• 10 Grammar and Vocabulary.• 5 Conversation.• 5 Reading / Writing.• 10 Culture in Spain, 10 Practical exercises in Costa

Rica, 5 Cultural activities in Mexico.• In Spain and Mexico each lesson lasts 50 minutes,

and 45 in Costa Rica.• Courses begin every Monday (throughout the year).• 4 Levels.• 2 to 11 weeks.• In Spain there is a maximum of 10 students per

class, 6 in Costa Rica and 5 in Mexico.• In Spain: Alcalá, Salamanca and Málaga. In Costa

Rica and in Mexico.

Course ObjectivesThe Super-Intensive course is designed for committed stu-dents wanting to achieve maximum linguistic progress anda broad perspective of Hispanic culture in a short time.

Study ProgramThe Super-Intensive course is based on communicativemethods. Through a varied and absorbing course struc-ture, you can quickly acquire the freedom and fluency tounderstand and communicate with ease. In the lower lev-els, you learn to apply structures to practical situations.In the higher levels you learn the full range of languageskills more in depth.

Language plus CultureUpon registering for this course of 30 lessons per week,besides the 20 Spanish language lessons included in theIntensive Course: grammar, reading/writing and conver-sation; you will have the extra benefit of 10 weekly cul-tural seminars. Ranging from literature to art, movies,travel and history, the seminars are intended to give youa general perspective of the Hispanic world.

20+2 lessons per week.

• 10 Grammar and Vocabulary.• 5 Conversation.• 5 Reading / Writing.• 2 Culture in Spain• In Spain and Mexico each lesson lasts 50 minutes,

and 45 in Costa Rica.• Courses begin every Monday (throughout the year).• 4 Levels.• 2 to 11 weeks.• In Spain there is a maximum of 10 students per

class, 6 in Costa Rica and 5 in Mexico.• In Spain: Alcalá, Salamanca and Málaga. In Costa

Rica and in Mexico.

Course ObjectivesThe Intensive Course is centered on the practical aspectsof Spanish used in daily life. You will develop the abilitiesof listening, speaking, reading and writing to use in yourstudies, work, travel or social life. This course is especially ideal for those students who

wish to learn Spanish through a structured ‘step by step’approach, while still having spare time to enjoy andexperience the local way of life.

A Complete Course StructureThe Intensive Course´s four levels of learning cover allaspects of Spanish grammar. New language skills areintroduced and reinforced in a logical and progressivemanner, ensuring a steady learning curve. You will have2 additional lessons weekly to learn about the Spanishculture.

Combined CoursesCombine your course in Spain between Madrid, Salamanca and Málaga.Would you like to study Spanish in various regions of Spain under the same teaching method? Escuela Internacionalallows you to get to know three Spanish cities famous for their university atmosphere.

Choose your favorite type of course and accommodations in each city with only one registration. You can start acourse for 4 weeks in Madrid-Alcalá de Henares and continue it in the next level in Salamanca or Málaga. (The mini-mum period in each city is 2 weeks).

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Short Courses (2-11 weeks)

Spanish Course + Latin Dance, in Salamanca and Málaga

Spanish Course + Golf

20 + 4 lessons per week.

• 10 Grammar and Vocabulary.• 5 Conversation.• 5 Reading / Writing.• 4 Latin Dance.• Each lesson of Spanish and Latin dance lasts 50

minutes.• Throughout the entire year.• 4 levels of Spanish.• 2-11 weeks.• Average Spanish class size: 6, maximum 10.• In Spain: Salamanca and Málaga.

Course Objectives

Escuela Internacional offers this course that combinesthe Spanish language with Latin dance lessons, through-out the entire year in Salamanca and Málaga. For thosestudents who want to practice the language and have agood time learning Latin dance.

Language Instruction

The Spanish course consists of 4 lessons per day, 50 min-utes each, Monday through Friday. You will learn and

practice the Spanish language and at the same timemake friends from other countries.

Latin Dance Lessons in Salamanca and Málaga

In addition to your language classes you will have 4 Latindance lessons per week. Any student that enjoys danc-ing can participate in these dance classes because theywill learn the basic movements of sevillanas, salsa, andrumba; you can consult which types of dance are avail-able during the time you wish to come. Living in thesecities don't miss the opportunity to learn some dances,have fun at parties or take part in a Latin verbena.

20 lessons per week + Golf

• 10 Grammar and Vocabulary.• 5 Composition.• 5 Reading / Writing.• Golf.• Each lesson lasts 50 minutes.• Throughout the entire year.• 4 levels of Spanish.• 2-11 weeks.• Average class size for Spanish lessons: 6, maxi-

mum: 10.• In Spain: Málaga.

Course Objectives

Escuela Internacional offers this course that combineslearning the Spanish language with golf, throughout theyear in Málaga. For those students who want to practicethe language and practice or learn golf.

Language Instruction

Spanish classes are held in the mornings. The courseconsists of 4 lessons per day, 50 minutes each lesson,Monday through Friday.

Practice or Play Golf in Málaga

You can register for the Spanish Course + Golf inMálaga. In the afternoons you will have the opportunityto play on a 9 hole golf course, situated only 3 km fromthe school. Any student who enjoys golf can participatein this course. Those who play golf well can go to play 3days a week from Monday to Friday and those who wantto learn can do so with a golf instructor 3 hours a weekfrom Monday to Friday. It is possible to rent the neces-sary equipment at the golf course; however, equipmentrental is not included in the price.

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Having fun with classmates

Study Spanish in a small group

During the summer months of June, July, August, andSeptember, the E.I. centers in Spain offer a summer versionof the Intensive and Super-Intensive courses in addition tothe general courses that are given during the whole year.The summer version of these courses offers the same 20Spanish language lessons per week, plus it includes theProgram of Cultural Activities and Excursions in the price.

Summer Courses(2-18 weeks)

Summer Intensive Course

Summer Super-Intensive Course

30 lessons per week

• 10 Grammar and Vocabulary.• 5 Reading / Writing.• 5 Conversation.• 10 Culture.• In Spain each lesson lasts 50 minutes.• June – July – August – September.• 4 levels. • 2 -18 weeks.• Average in a class: 7, maximum: 10.• A 4 week course includes 8 social activities and 3

excursions.• In Spain: Alcalá, Salamanca, and Málaga.

Course Objectives

Studying Spanish this summer in the most complete andsuper-intensive course offers you a great advantage. Youwill combine learning a new language with vacation timetogether with international students in a country full oflife and history. You can take advantage of every minuteof Spanish life, because the activity program included inthe course price enriches your intensive study of the lan-guage. With your new Spanish or international friendsyou can practice in the evening what you learned duringthe day.

Study Program

The classes are geared for comprehension and commu-nication in a wide variety of situations. Utilizing the latestteaching methods, energetic and patient teachers coor-dinate role-plays and discussions to guide your gram-matical development, expand your vocabulary, andimprove your pronunciation.


• 10 Grammar and Vocabulary.• 5 Reading / Writing.• 5 Conversation.• In Spain each lesson lasts 50 minutes.• June – July – August – September.• 4 levels. • 2 -18 weeks.• Average in a class: 7, maximum: 10.• A 4 week course includes 8 social activities and 3

excursions.• In Spain: Alcalá, Salamanca, and Málaga.

Combine Study with Vacation

Come to study Spanish at Escuela Internacional this sum-mer and you can combine your studies with an unforget-table vacation in Spain. Living with a Spanish host familyand enjoying the sun are perfect ways to spend yourvacation and prepare for your future at the same time.

Communication

The course is centered on learning practical Spanishused in everyday situations: traveling, visiting places ofinterest, using the telephone, shopping, dining in restau-rants, using the post office, and making reservations inhotels. It is especially suitable for those of you who wishto use your vacation to learn Spanish or improve uponwhat you already know. 8 activities and 3 excursions areincluded in the price of a 4-week course.

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Summer course for young students in July and August

Summer Courses

Summer Course for Young People, Ages 14 to 18

Course for Spanish Teachers

Courses for Professors (2 or 4 weeks)


• 10 Practical Activities.• 10 Grammar / Vocabulary.• In Spain each lesson lasts 50 minutes.• During the months of July and August.• 4 Levels. • 2-8 week courses.• Average class size: 7, maximum: 10.• A 4 week course includes 8 social activities and 3

excursions.• In Spain: Salamanca, Málaga and Alcalá de

Henares See specific dates in the center pages.

Course Objectives

For young students of 14 to 18 years of age who wish tostudy or practice the Spanish language during the sum-mer months of July and August, Escuela Internacionalhas created this course in Salamanca, Malaga and Alcaláde Henares focusing on the security that is offered tothese young students in the tranquil and cultural city ofSalamanca, the beaches of Málaga and the location ofAlcalá de Henares near Madrid.

Accommodations are in host families with full or half

board. The majority of families have children in this agerange, so that the student can make friends quickly andintegrate easily into the Spanish culture. In Alcalá deHenares students also have the opportunity to live in auniversity residence.

This course consists of 4 lessons per day, each lessonlasts 50 minutes. The E.I. Center organizes culturalactivities like cultural walks, sports, parties. A four weekcourse includes 8 cultural activities and 3 one-day excur-sions to cities of cultural interest. The Airport TransferService is optional; see prices in the enclosed form.


• 5 Seminar topics per week (10 lessons).• 5 lessons per week Methodology of Teaching

Spanish.• 5 Workshops per week.• In Spain each lesson lasts 50 minutes.• Duration of the course: 2 or 4 weeks.• Level: Advanced.• Average class size: 6, maximum: 10.• Didactic materials included in the price of the

course.• A 4 week Course includes 8 social activities and

3 excursions.• In Spain: July* in Alcalá and August* in Salamanca.

* see specific dates in the center pages.

Course ObjectivesThis course is directed towards teachers of Spanish as aforeign language and seeks to familiarize them with cur-rent didactic innovations. It is a completely practicalcourse, allowing the student to learn about and discussthe latest tendencies in methodology and teaching tech-niques. In addition, you will have the chance to study avariety of Spanish textbooks and activities that will enrichyour own class back home.

Exchanging ideas with classmates to better assimilate conceptslearned in class

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Students in a grammar and vocabulary class

Intensive Course: Semester or Quarter

Long Courses (12-34 weeks)

Annual Beginners Course

20+2 lessons per week.

• 10 Grammar and Vocabulary.• 5 Conversation.• 5 Reading / Writing.• 2 Culture• In Spain each lesson lasts 50 minutes.• Courses begin every Monday (throughout the year).• 4 Levels.• 12 to 33 weeks.• Average number of student in a class 7, maximum 10.• In Spain: Alcalá, Salamanca and Málaga.

Course Objectives

The Intensive Course: Semester or Quarter is ideal forstudents who want to finally learn to communicate wellin Spanish. The content and classes for this course arethe same as the Intensive Course, with the advantage ofbeing more economical. Besides, the course includes 2complementary culture lessons per week. Students whoare in Spain for a longer period of time not only learn thelanguage more in depth, they also learn and understand

Spanish culture more fully, as well as widen their per-spective of the world through the international friendsthey meet during the program.

Quarter (12 weeks) or Semester (16 weeks)

There are various American Universities that grant creditfor Escuela Internacional courses. These students cantake advantage of being able to learn Spanish well,enjoy Spanish life, and also earn credit valid at their ownuniversity. If you are interested in receiving credit for yourcourse, please contact us at the Escuela InternacionalRegistration Office before coming to the course in Spain.

Course Structure

The course covers the different aspects of Spanish gram-mar. Each day there are 2 grammar/vocabulary lessons,1 reading/writing lesson and 1 conversation lesson. The4 levels of learning combined with the 8 course sessionsassure that the language concepts are presented in alogical progressive manner, ensuring steady improve-ment in the language.

20+2 lessons per week

• 10 Grammar and Vocabulary.• 5 Conversation.• 5 Reading / Writing.• 2 Culture • In Spain each lesson lasts 50 minutes.• 34 weeks (Starting dates listed in the enclosed form).• Beginner level.• Average class size: 7, maximum: 10.• In Spain: Alcalá, Salamanca, and Málaga.

Total Immersion

This course is for those of you who are beginners or havea very elementary level of Spanish and wish to stay inSpain for a longer period of time. The course follows thestructure of the Intensive Course, with the advantage ofbeing more economical and includes all the levels atEscuela Internacional in 34 weeks.

Course Objectives

The course offers a general perspective on the Spanishlanguage and culture. In the elementary levels, you learnto understand, speak, read, and write Spanish in simplesituations taken from normal, everyday life. In the inter-mediate and advanced levels, the teachers introduceyou to more complicated grammatical structures in order

to improve your comprehension and expression, bothoral and written. The different topics of the conversationclasses will also increase your knowledge of the Spanishculture.

After completing 34 weeks of study, we guarantee agood dominance of the Spanish language.

If you return to your home country after completing theadvanced level of the program and do not pass theexam to enter into a Spanish university or a job position,you may return to E.I. and study for free.

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Courses to Prepare for Official Exams(2-16 weeks)

Diploma de Español como Lengua Extranjera Exam Course (D.E.L.E.)

Commercial Course


• 5 D.E.L.E. exam instruction.• 10 Grammar and Vocabulary.• 5 Reading / Writing.• 5 Conversation.• In Spain, each lesson lasts 50 minutes.• Begin any Monday, throughout the year.• High and advanced levels.• 2 to 16 weeks.• Average class size: 7, maximum: 10.• In Spain: Alcalá, Salamanca and Málaga.

Intensive + D.E.L.E.This course has 20 general Spanish language lessons as theIntensive Course plus 5 additional lessons per week of spe-cific preparation for the Initial and Intermediate D.E.L.E.exams. We recommend you take a minimum of 4 weeks ofthis course before taking the exam. D.E.L.E. Exam CenterD.E.L.E. Exams are held every year in May and November,

with an additional extraordinary convocation in August.Exams are held in Spain in official exam centers determinedby the Cervantes Institute, or in any Spanish Embassy in theworld. Escuela Internacional is a qualified exam center,which can process your enrollment to take the D.E.L.E.exam in a school in Madrid or Malaga. Students who takethe D.E.L.E. course in Salamanca may take the exam in theuniversity in that city.

Importance of the D.E.L.E. ExamsThe Diploma de Español como Lengua Extranjera (D.E.L.E.)is the only official language certificate recognized interna-tionally by the Spanish Ministry of Education and Science. There are three levels of the D.E.L.E. exam: The InitialCertificate accredits a basic knowledge of the Spanish lan-guage, the Intermediate Diploma accredits an intermediateknowledge of the Spanish language, and the SuperiorDiploma accredits an excellent level of knowledge of the Spanish language. E.I. prepares studentsfor the first two levels.The D.E.L.E. exam is suitable for those of you who wish toobtain a job that requires Spanish as well as those whowork in a Spanish speaking environment.


• 5 Commercial Spanish.• 10 Grammar and Vocabulary.• 5 Reading / Writing.• 5 Conversation.• In Spain each lesson lasts 50 minutes.• Begin any Monday, throughout the year.• High and advanced levels.• 2 to 16 weeks.• In Spain the maximum number of students in a

class is 10.• In Spain: Alcalá.

Intensive + Commercial

This course has been designed for you to learn thevocabulary of Commercial Spanish rapidly. The objective

is to give a solid base in Spanish language skills whiledeveloping specific business terminology. This course is ideal for those of you who want to get ajob in which you need to communicate in Spanish.

Importance of the Chamber of Commerce Exams inMadrid

If you wish to take the exam to receive the CommercialSpanish Certificate and pass the exam, you can accredityour linguistic competence in interactions in normal situ-ations in the world of business. See the examinationdates in the enclosed form.

The exam can be taken at the Chamber of Commerce inMadrid. Escuela Internacional can assist students inregistering for the exam.

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Individual Course

Individual Courses (2-12 weeks)

Intensive + Individual Course

Individual Course in a Professor's Home

The Most Flexible Formula

The individual courses are designed for all levels and forthose of you who wish to obtain specific objectives witha maximum of flexibility and attention. The courses canbegin any weekday. The minimum duration for thiscourse is 10 lessons.

The program assures rapid and effective learning, sinceyou spend half the time listening and the other halfspeaking Spanish. In addition, you can go at your ownpace and ask the professor to concentrate on the areasthat interest you the most, such as business, medicine oraviation. This course is offered in Spain: Alcalá,Salamanca, and Málaga; in Costa Rica; and in Mexico.


• 10 Grammar and Vocabulary.• 5 Reading / Writing.• 5 Conversation.• 5 Individual Class.• In Spain and Mexico each lesson last 50 minutes,

45 in Costa Rica.• Begin any Monday, throughout the year.• 4 Levels.• 2 to 12 weeks. • In Spain the maximum number of students in a

class is 10; 6 in Costa Rica and 5 in Mexico. • In Spain: Alcalá, Salamanca and Málaga. In Costa

Rica and in Mexico.

Ideal for your Progress

This course is perfect for those of you who want to par-ticipate in a dynamic group atmosphere with other inter-national students, but at the same time, take advantageof individual classes to develop your special areas ofinterest. You can also reinforce or add to what you learnin the Intensive course, but at your own pace.

10 Lessons per week

• Flexible. Adaptable to the students needs.• Begin any Monday, throughout the year.• All levels.• Each lesson lasts 60 minutes.• 2 to 4 weeks.• Individual classes in a professor's home.• In Spain: Alcalá de Henares.

Course Objectives

This course is designed for those students who wish toobtain a high level dominance of the Spanish languagein a very short amount of time. As well as attending

class, you will live in your professor’s home and receivefull board. You will share your studies, meals and cultureactivities with the entire family. Please see prices forcourse and accommodations in the center pages.

This is an individual course, which consists of 10 lessonsper week of 60 minutes each. The professors possessuniversity degrees and have experience in teachingSpanish as a second language.

Characteristics

• In Spain: Alcalá.

• Comfortable and flexible.

• Adaptable to your needs.

• Accommodations in a professor’s home.

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Study and enjoy yourself participating in a group course

Customized Groups may include excursions in their program

Superior Spanish Course (2-16 weeks)

Superior Spanish Course

Customized Group Course

Group Courses (2-12 weeks)


• 5 preparation for the Diploma de Español comoLengua Extranjera Exam (DELE).

• 10 General culture.• In Spain each lesson lasts 50 minutes.• Begin every Monday (throughout the year).• High and Advanced level.• 2 to 16 weeks.• Average in a class: 6, maximum: 10.• In Spain: Salamanca.

Course Objectives

This course is especially designed for people with agood dominance of the Spanish language, as wellas for those who wish to continue studying Spanishafter successfully completing the Advanced Level atEscuela Internacional. The different subjects are ori-ented towards broadening a student’s knowledgeof the language and Spanish culture.

Course ContentThe course consists of 15 lessons per week. 5lessons of grammar and vocabulary and 10 lessonsof culture. The grammar and vocabulary lessons areorientated towards preparing the students for theDELE exams and the cultural lessons are pro-grammed annually with the following subjects(Please, consult E.I. for the specific period of timeyou will study):

• Commercial Spanish • 20thC. Spanish Literature • Current Affairs • 20thC. Spanish History• Spanish for Traveling • Geography of Spain • Spanish Cinema

A tailor-made program, this course is provided through-out the year for groups of 8 or more.Escuela Internacional’s experience in offering cus-tomized courses for groups allows us to organize pro-grams for any university, high school, company or groupof friends with a special interest.The groups can choose the number of class hours, pro-gram content and the type of accommodations.The teachers for these groups are specialized in the dif-ferent subjects and prepare themselves well for the par-ticular needs of each group.

Optional Services

In addition to the courses, Escuela Internacional canorganize some special activities such as tours of com-mercial enterprises and business establishments, lessonsin Spanish dances and songs as well as excursions toplaces of touristic interest. It is also possible to organizea cultural trip in Spain after finishing the chosen courseperiod, for example: a tour of Andalucia.

• Grammar Review • Spanish Culture • 20thC. Spanish Art• Latin American Literature • Advanced Vocabulary • Spanish Modern History

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Accommodation Services

Flexible Services • Host Families or Residence: Full Board (3 meals a day)

or Half Board (2 meals).• Host Families or Student Apartments: Single or Double

Room. In Residence: Single room.• Enter your housing on the Sunday before beginning the

course (It is possible to request additional days).• Leave your housing on the Saturday after finishing the

course (It is possible to request additional days).• We cater to your special needs or diets.• In Spain and in Costa Rica, laundry services are includ

ed in the price of housing in a host family.• You can combine your stay in a family, a residence or a

student apartment (minimum two weeks in each place).• You will receive information with "Details about your

Housing" before arriving to Escuela Internacional.

Selected Host Families, YourSecond HomeAlmost all of our students choose to live with a host fam-ily during the first weeks in the program. These familiesare chosen carefully and monitored through regularinspections and feedback from our students. Living witha family is a guaranteed way to practice the language andto learn the different aspects of Spanish culture. In addi-tion to their hospitality, a host family offers you thechance to practice Spanish more often outside the class-room as well as learn the secrets of Spanish cuisine.

Advantanges of accommodations in astudent residenceIn Alcalá de Henares you can stay in a university resi-dence. During the academic year, you can meet Spanishuniversity students who live in the same residence.

There is no better way to immerse yourself in Spanishlife. If you come in summer you will live with other inter-national students from all over the world and can enjoythe sun in ample park areas and use sports instalationsoffered at the campus. It is located in a modern area ofthe city with ample avenues, stores and restaurants.

International Student Apartments: "The Independent Option"While following a program in Spain, if you would preferto live in an apartment with other international students,Escuela Internacional offers this possibility. You can livein a shared student apartment located close to the cho-sen E.I. center.

We believe that suitable accommodations are asimportant as first class teaching and facilities for asuccessful linguistic experience. Escuela Internacionalcan reserve accommodations for you in a host family,a university residence, student apartment, hotel orhostel. You can choose one or combine more than oneoption during your stay in the chosen country.

Students having fun with their Spanish host family

Try typical Spanish cuisine while living with a host family

Possibility to share an apartment with other students in Spain

All apartments are furnished and have a fully equippedkitchen. They are not luxurious but have everything youmay need: a stove, a refrigerator, a washing machine anda television. You will need to bring bed linens and towelsfor your stay in the apartment. You can choose a single ora shared double room. The majority of the apartmentshave a living room so that you can invite friends over. Ifyou would prefer to live in an apartment with onlySpaniards, we can also assist you in finding a room.

Hotels and HostelsEscuela Internacional can also reserve a room in a hotel orhostel for you. All budgets and requirements can beaccommodated in hotels in the city center and/or nearthe school.

In order to offer a better service, we advise you to makehotel reservations at least one month before your arrivaldate, especially during the vacation season.

Entire Apartments in SpainWe can arrange accommodations for those executives orfamilies who will be studying in Spain and wish to have anentire apartment for themselves (minimum 4 week stay).Please contact E.I. for conditions and prices.

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Accommodation Services

Airport Transfer Service and Medical Insurance


You can request Airport Transfer Service and an E.I. representa-tive will be waiting for you at the airport upon your arrival.If you will be studying in Spain: for E.I. Centers in Alcalá orSalamanca, the closest airport is Madrid-Barajas, if you aregoing to Málaga it is the Málaga Airport. A representative fromE.I. Alcalá or Málaga will take you directly to your accommoda-tions. A representative for E.I. Salamanca will accompany you tothe Madrid-Salamanca bus station and buy your ticket. Anotherrepresentative or a member of your host family will take youfrom the Salamanca bus station to your accommodations. In Costa Rica, transport service from the San José Airport isincluded in the price for all students who will stay with a hostfamily or in a student apartment. Those students going to CostaRica, who will not live with a family or in a student apartament,can request the Airport Transfer Service for an additional fee.For E.I. Mexico: Cuernavaca, students can take the Pullmannline bus that goes directly from the airport to Cuernavaca. Thetrip will take about one hour and 45 minutes. If you wish you canalso request transfer service from the airport.The Airport Transfer Service for all centers operates between08:00-22:00 local time.

Medical InsuranceFor Spain: Students who are citizens of European Unioncountries, which have reciprocal agreements with Spain, willhave the right to free medical treatment under Spain’s SocialSecurity system, if and when they are already covered bySocial Security in their home country. To have access to med-ical services, these students must bring with them theEuropean Union Health Insurance Card.We recommend that all students who are citizens of countriesoutside the European Union purchase medical insuranceeither with Escuela Internacional, or purchase internationalcoverage in their own country. The E.I. Policy for courses in Spain covers all types of medicalassistance including doctor visits, hospitalization, operationsand accidents. It does not cover medications and prescrip-tions outside of hospital care and does not cover dental care.For Costa Rica and Mexico: We advise students to purchaseinternational medical insurance in their home country beforetraveling.

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Spain

Spain is a country full of contrasts, with adiverse countryside and a vibrant culture.The best way to learn about Spain is tovisit the country and come to know herhistory and her culture, not only in themonuments and museums you will visit,but in the stories its people will tell you.Experience Spain’s own special passion inthe ritual of bullfights, the energy ofFlamenco dances and the powerful rhyth-mic sounds of the spoken language. Spainis this and much more. Learn about thedifferent facets of the Spanish culture byconversing with a local villager in a smallfishing port or taking advantage of thecultural opportunities in a large metropol-itan city. Participate in the artistic andintellectual life of a busy capital city, orenjoy a relaxed style of life on the south-ern coast. Sunny beaches, vineyards,beautiful countryside and forested moun-tain ranges paint the background for anenjoyable learning experience.

Madrid, Cultural Capital

Madrid is indisputably one of theworld’s most interesting cities tovisit. It is a multi-faceted city: pop-ular and sophisticated; traditionaland modern. It is an especiallyeffervescent and fun-filled city,which is sometimes referred to as"the capital of joy and satisfac-tion". During the day, the city is fullof businessmen, tourists, and stu-dents. It has numerous attractionssuch as museums, parks, gardens,and historic areas. At night, thereare places for all tastes and inter-ests; cultural events, flamencoshows, movies, concerts, discos,cafés, etc. Madrid is an open andwelcoming city where no one feelslike a stranger.

Alcalá de Henares, Historical City

Alcalá, with a population of170,000 inhabitants, is a delightfulcity to visit and a magnificent placeto live. Located a mere 25 minutesfrom the center of Madrid, it is thelocation of an important university,which for 7 centuries has flourishedas one of Spain’s foremost culturaland intellectual centers. It is alsothe birthplace of Cervantes, Spain’s

literary giant and author of "DonQuixote". UNESCO recentlynamed this historic city a "WorldHeritage City".

Being a medium sized yet prosper-ous city, Alcalá offers an extensiveprogram of cultural, educationaland recreational activities. TheInstituto Cervantes, a public orga-nization that contributes in the dif-fusion of Spanish culture in foreigncountries and assists in the investi-

gation of the Spanish language, islocated here. Away from the bustleof Madrid, this safe and inviting cityoffers a tranquil atmosphere, idealfor studying and making friends.

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SpainE.I. Alcalá de Henares. (Madrid)

• Location: In the center of the city.

• Alcalá is a safe city, with a populationof 170,000 inhabitants.

• Only 25 minutes fromthe center of Madrid.

• Only 15 minutes from theMadrid-Barajas Airport.

Miguel Ángel GarcíaStudies Coordinator at E.I. Alcalá

"Welcome to Alcalá. If your adventures in Spain bring you here,you will soon notice how rapidly your Spanish language skillsimprove through your Spanish classes. Make new internationalfriends while you relax and concentrate on studies in this his-toric university city that we call home. We are proud of the factthat the historic center of Alcalá has been named a CulturalHeritage City by UNESCO because of its linguistic advancesand university city organization in medieval times. I am certainyou will take frequent walks through the city center, sit and talkwith friends at an outdoor cafe in the Plaza de Cervantes, orsample different tapas at local bars and retaurants. Make sureto try the carmeled almonds from the Clarisas Convent near theUniversity building. You can also take advantage of going intothe nearby capital city of Madrid."

Plaza de Cervantes, Alcalá de Henares, a "Cultural Heritage City"

Storks on Alcalá’s rooftops

C/ Talamanca, 1028807 Alcalá de HenaresMadrid (Spain)

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Málaga

ÁvilaSegovia

Toledo

Madrid Alcalá deHenares

San Sebastián

Salamanca

Valencia

Barcelona

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• Courses for Spanish teachers.• Preparation for the OfficialCommercial Spanish Certificate.

• Accommodations in host familiesor student apartments.

A Perfect Center to StudySpanish

E.I.’s center in Alcalá de Henares islocated in the heart of the city. Thecenter is fully equipped with 7classrooms with air conditioningand heat, a reception area and areference library that has comput-ers with Internet access. This is thelocation of Escuela Internacional’sCentral Registration Office, wherestudent enrollments are processed.


An E.I. representative can meet youat the Madrid-Barajas Airport andtake you directly to your accommo-dations in the center of Alcalá. Thisis an optional service.

Unique “Intercambio” Program

"Intercambio" means exchange,reflecting the project created byE.I. to bring our students in contactwith Spanish people of their ownage for conversation. The programprovides the perfect opportunity tomeet Spanish people, make friendsand share your experience in Spainwhile practicing what you learn atschool with a native conversationpartner.

Monument to Miguel de Cervantes,author of Don Quijote

Visit cities and towns near Alcalá Alcalá de Henares, destination and departure point for attractive excursions

SpainE.I. Alcalá de Henares (Madrid)

Spain’s Academic Capital

Salamanca is without question theacademic capital of Spain. With theUniversity of Salamanca, one of theoldest universities in the country,and many other institutions andschools, you have the opportunityto live in a cosmopolitan studentatmosphere.

A city full of history, Salamanca hasmarvelous buildings and monu-ments such as the Plaza Mayor, theCathedrals, the House of Shells,the University, the Roman Bridgeand numerous convents, churchesand palaces. The harmony createdby these historic buildings is thereason why Salamanca is considered one of the most beauti-ful cities in Spain.

The Best Place toLearn Spanish

In this golden city,awarded by UNESCO’sspecial title: "WorldHeritage City", you willenjoy the tranquillityand hospitality of itspeople. It is guaran-teed that you will havean unforgettable expe-rience in Spain!

With a population of180,000 inhabitants,Salamanca is at theheart of "Castilla yLeón", the historic cra-dle of the Spanish lan-guage. This is the rea-son why the city ofSalamanca has receiveda prestigious interna-tional recognition as thepremier location forlearning Spanish as a foreign lan-guage.

In your free time, you can practiceyour new language skills in the cos-mopolitan atmosphere or the manysidewalk cafes and lively plazas.

An Ideal Study Environment inSpain’s Safest CityEverything in Salamanca is withinwalking distance. It is such a safecity that you can freely walk aroundat any hour of the day or night. Ourschool is located in the heart of thecity, five minutes walking from thePlaza Mayor.

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• Location in the center of the city. • D.E.L.E. language certificate available.• Host families and studentapartments.

Charo NevadoStudies Coordinator at E.I. Salamanca

“I invite you to experience Salamanca, considered to be one ofSpain’s most beautiful cities. Salamanca is a lively and historical uni-versity city, rich in culture, that offers a comfortable and safe placeto live and study Spanish. Filled with historical monuments andbuildings, Salamanca has been named a “Cultural Heritage City”and was honored as the European Cultural Capital City in 2002.Salamanca is home to the oldest and one of the most famous uni-versities in Spain. During your time in Salamanca you will enjoy allthis city has to offer, including local festivals, a varied gastronomy,and a selection of bars and restaurants where you can get togetherwith friends to try typical Spanish tapas and dance. Prepare your-self for an unforgettable experience and discover how art and his-tory combines with daily life. I am sure you will feel right at homewhile you enjoy the cosmopolitan atmosphere of Salamanca.”

Solicit information about the city and excursions

C/ San Patricio, 537002 Salamamca (Spain)

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Salamanca

Malaga

Segovia

Toledo

San Sebastián

Valencia

Barcelona

Avila Madrid

ESPAÑA

Salamanca, a city with diverse cultural events

Enjoy cultural excursions accompanied by a professor

International Students

E.I. students annually come to

Salamanca from 35 nations to

attend our courses. The majority

come alone and average 20-40

years of age, but have ranged from

17 to 80. The varied nature of our

eclectic, international student body

ensures that there is no one domi-

nant language group in the school

and creates an open, friendly and

cosmopolitan atmosphere.

A Perfect Center to Learn Spanish

E.I.’s center in Salamanca is located

in the center of the city. It has a

reception area, a student lounge, 8

classrooms with air conditioning

and heat, with a reference library

that has computers with Internet

access, a language laboratory, a

teachers’ resource room and a con-

ference room.

Transportation Service from the

Airport

A Representative from Escuela

Internacional can meet you at the

Madrid-Barajas Airport and take

you to the bus station in Madrid.

A member of your host family or

another representative will meet

you at the Salamanca bus station

and take you to the accommoda-

tions. This is an optional service

and the cost of the bus ticket is

included in the price of this service.

• Access to sports facilities.• Excursions to Portugal, Madrid,Avila, Segovia and more.

• Variety of cultural activities.

SpainE.I. Salamanca

Studying in the Costa del Sol

Escuela Internacional offers you the

chance to combine Spanish lan-

guage studies and an unforget-

table vacation in Málaga. Málaga is

a sunny city with many fine sandy

beaches. Leisure time activities are

unlimited. During the second or

third week of August, a festival is

held with bullfights and open-air

concerts. You can also visit such

historical buildings as the

Cathedral, the Alcazaba, or the

Castle of Gibralfaro.

Location of the Center

E.I.’s center in Málaga is located in

Pedregalejo, a residential neigh-

borhood. The school is very close

to the beach and near the historical

and cultural areas of the city.

Accommodations and Extra-Curricular

Program

The center offers accommodations

in selected Spanish families or in

apartments with other international

students. All the family homes and

apartments are near the center and

the beach. After classes, you can

go swimming or sunbathing at the

beach, take a walk in the historical

areas of the city, or enjoy all types

of outdoor sports: golf, tennis, bas-

ketball, sailing. On the weekends

you can travel to other cities in

Andalucia such as Granada,

Córdoba, Sevilla, or typical Spanish

white villages.

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SpainE.I. Málaga

• Serious and effectivecourses.

• Extra-curricular cultural activity program. • Central location.

Teresa GómezStudies Coordinator at E.I. Málaga

“As Studies Coordinator at E.I. Málaga, I invite you to discoverthis marvelous sunny city on the Mediterranean sea. A moder-ate climate, a rich and varied gastronomy, a distinct mix of cul-tures both present and past, a relaxed way of life … make thisa unique place in Europe. Málaga is the capital of the Costa delSol, one of the principal tourist destinations in the world,famous for its beaches, golf courses and festivals like “SemanaSanta.”

Modern installations offer a comfortable atmosphere for your Spanish studies

The school is just 100 meters from the beach

Av. Juan Sebastian Elcano, 13729017 Málaga(Spain)

AvilaSegovia

Toledo

Madrid

Málaga

San Sebastián

Salamanca

Valencia

Barcelona

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ESPAÑA

Combine vacations with Spanish studies in Málaga, a beautiful sunny city.

A Perfect Center to StudySpanish

The E.I. Málaga center is locatedclose to the beach. It has a recep-tion area, ten classrooms with airconditioning, a library that hascomputers with Internet access, ateachers’ resource room and sever-al sunny terraces.

Transportation Service to/fromthe Málaga Airport

An E.I. representative can meet youat the Malaga Airport and take youdirectly to your accommodations.This service is optional.

• Excursions to Sevilla and Granada.• Very close to the beach. • Summer climate all year round.

SpainE.I. Málaga

México

Costa Rica

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PANAMA

NICARAGUA

COSTA RICA

MEXICO

CUERNAVACA

SAN JOSE

GUATEMALA

BELIZE

HONDURAS

ESTADOS UNIDOS

México is a place that must be explored:an unforgettable experience that entersyour soul.México, home to thousand year old civi-lizations, always surprising and magical,awaits students, with glorious colonialcities, beautiful countryside, and friendlypeople. In México you can go from themost dense jungle, to the dessert; andfrom a volcanic zone, to the unequaledbeaches of the Caribbean. México is also a country with a lot of cul-tural and historic interest. From the highcentral plains to the Pacific coast, numer-ous civilizations have left their mark in thiscountry, even before the Europeans dis-covered that the Earth was round.

Costa Rica is located between Panamaand Nicaragua. The "ticos", a name CostaRicans call themselves, are proud of thefact that their country is considered the"Switzerland" of Central America. This isdue to the country’s political stability andnatural forested areas.

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Costa RicaE.I. San Rafael de Coronado (San José)

Studying in Costa Rica

The Costa Rican people speak aclear accentuated Spanish, whichmakes this country ideal surround-ings to learn Spanish, and a trulyunforgettable experience close tonature.

Costa Rica has a serene transparentair, where the colors of the moun-tains, trees and flowers are always asbrilliant as the first day of spring.

Practical Guide

Climate

With an agreeable climate yearround, the average temperature inSan José is 21ºC. There are only 2seasons in Costa Rica, the dry sea-son and the wet season. The dryseason is from December throughApril and the rainy season is fromMay to November.

Clothing

We recommend light natural fabricsthroughout the year. A jacket or

sweater would be useful for coldernights and for places with air condi-tioning. Shorts and a bathing suitare acceptable on the beach.Otherwise more formal attire is recommended.

Currency

The monetary unit is the Colón,which is also divided into 100 cents.Credit cards are widely accepted inthe majority of the touristic establish-ments and stores, although they arenot generally accepted in the smallarts and crafts establishments. In anycase, we recommend carrying someUS dollars in cash and travelerschecks in US dollars, since this is theeasiest currency to exchange.

Gastronomy

Highlights are fish and seafood,tropical fruits, black soup made withblack beans and egg, fruit juicesand coffee.

The traditional gastronomy of this

country is the reflection of the cul-tural fusion, which took place inCentral America. Legumes accom-panied by grilled meats and corntortillas form the base for the maindishes of the region.

Shopping

Hand painted miniature wagons arethe most popular souvenir fromCosta Rica. Other popular items totake home are coffee cultivated inthe mountains, craft items made oftropical woods such as small boxes,plates, bowls, frames, furniture, andceramic replicas of pre-Columbianfigures.

Internet

Costa Rica is well connected toInternet through RASCA, the country’stelecommunications company.

San José

The Costa Rican people are proud oftheir capital city, with its historicmansions, museums and govern-ment buildings. San José is becom-ing a typical Latin American metrop-olis, although it will never be as bigas cities like Guatemala or MexicoCity. It currently has a population of1,000,000 inhabitants.

San José is known to have one of thebest climates in the world, with aver-age daily temperatures of 21º C.The rain falls in sudden showers fromMay through October, clearing theair and cleaning the streets. But eventhen, the air is not cold, but agree-able, and provides a vigorouschange, compared to the suffocat-ing heat of the coastal areas.

1 Super-Intensive Course 30 2-12 3-6 8:30 - 14:00 (with two 30-minute breaks)2 Intensive Course 20 2-16 3-6 8:30 - 12:00 (with one 30-minute break)13 Individual Course 20-30 1-16 1 13:00 - 16:30 (with one 30-minute break)14 Intensive + Individual 20+5 2-12 3-6/1 8:30 - 13:15 (with two 30-minute breaks)

Internship 4-12 1

* Classes are 45 minutes long.

Type of Course Lessons/ Nª Nª Scheduleweek Weeks Students

Students spending time in the garden of the school

San Rafael de Coronado

San Rafael de Coronado is located10 kilometers north of San José andvery close to the Braulio CarrilloNatural Reserve. EscuelaInternacional’s collaborating schoolis located here, in the middle of4000 square meters of tropical gar-den.

The bus station is located about 800meters from the school. From thisbus station you can arrive to thecenter of San José in 20-30 minutes.A bus leaves aproximately every 15minutes from 5:00 a.m. until 11:00p.m.(one trip costs aproximatelyUS$ 0.25)

The School

The school in Costa Rica is an inde-pendent center of the EscuelaInternacional Group. It was foundedin 1986 and is one of the oldest lan-guage schools in Costa Rica.

The classes are given by professorswith experience in the directmethod of learning a foreign lan-guage. The professors are nativespeakers of Spanish and hold uni-versity degrees. The school has 7classrooms, a reception area with astudent lounge, a winter gardenwith a library, including daily news-papers, a functional kitchen, and acomputer room with e-mail services.

The Courses

• There is a maximum of 6 students ina class.

• The schedule for the Super-IntensiveCourse is from 8:30 to 14:00 with 2breaks of 30 minutes each.

• Classes last 45 minutes.

• Courses start every Monday through-out the year.

• The minimum age to participate ina group course is 17 years old.

Accommodations

Accommodations in a Host Family

Accommodations in a single room ina family home with half board.Laundry service is included in theprice.

An Interesting Cultural Program

The school offers an interesting pro-gram of cultural and free time activ-ities. Among other activities, thereis a 4 hour per week cooking courseand a dance course at a reducedprice for you to learn salsa,merengue and cumbia.

There are visits to different insti-tutes, museums and to the universi-ty. The center also shows currentmovies or films related to the cultureor customs of the country.

Transportation Service from theAirport

For those students who will live witha family or in a student apartment,the transfer service is included in theprice of the program. Those stu-dents who elect to live in othertypes of housing can request thisservice by paying a small supple-ment.

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Costa RicaE.I. San Rafael de Coronado (San José)

Students inside the school building.

You will learn about the customs and local foods of Costa Rica.

PANAMA

NICARAGUA

COSTA�RICA

LIBERIA

SAN JOSEPUERTO LIMON

You will feel right at home with your hostfamily

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MéxicoE.I. Cuernavaca

Practical Guide to México

Climate

Mexico has a tropical climate yearround, with temperatures thatrange from 18º-29º C.

Clothing

You will need light clothing madeof natural fibers throughout theyear. A sweater may be useful forwinter nights. Shorts and bathingsuits are perfect for the beach.When you visit archeological sites,we recommend comfortable shoesand a hat for the sun.

Currency

The national currency is the Peso.In tourist cities, American dollarsare accepted.

Gastronomy

Mexican cuisine is one of the mostvaried and delicious in the world.Corn tortillas and re-fried beans arethe basic elements. You can try meatdishes such as "tacos al pastor"accompanied by sauces (somewhatspicy) and guacamole, salads, veg-etables and a large variety of deli-cious fruit. Mexico is also a countryrich in fish and seafood. Octopus,squid, shrimp and snails, served withsqueezed lemon are specialties here.You will certainly want to try the lob-ster and grilled fish. You will also findmany kinds of national and interna-tional restaurants.

Shopping

In Mexico, you can obtain mar-velous pieces of local arts andcrafts in ceramics, baskets, leatherand fabric. It is also the best place

to buy silver. The first thing you willnotice in making your purchases isthat in Mexico, the price marked isonly the beginning of a grandadventure because you will alwayshave the opportunity to barter.

Cuernavaca

Cuernavaca, a city of eternal spring-time, has a stable agreeable tem-perature year round. With a popula-tion of 500,000 people, it is located75 kilometers south of Mexico, D.F.Monuments found in this cityinclude the cathedral, El Zócalo, andthe Palacio de Cortés. There arebeautiful hotels and restaurantslocated in historic buildings andthere is an exciting nightlife.

An Ideal Center to Study Spanish

This collaborating school is anindependent center of the EscuelaInternacional Group. We work withthis school because its programsadapt well to the EscuelaInternacional philosophy, offeringstudents a first quality, professionaleducation while enjoying unforget-table vacations.

The center is located in a residen-tial area of the city, very close tothe historical city center. Theschool is equipped with all of thenecessary facilities so that the stu-dents can learn under the best pos-sible conditions. The classroomsare modern and tastefully decorat-ed. The garden is frequently usedfor meetings, conferences andclasses.

1 Super-Intensive Course 25 2-12 3-5 8:00 - 12:50 (with one 20-minute break)2 Intensive Course 20 2-16 3-5 8:00 - 12:00 (with one 20-minute break)13 Individual Course Flexible 2-16 1 Flexible14 Intensive + Individual 25 2-12 3-5/1 8:00 - 12:50 (with one 20-minute break)

* Classes are 50 minutes long.

Type of course Lessons / Nº Nº ScheduleWeek* weeks students

Entrance to the school in Cuernavaca

Courses in Cuernavaca

• The maximum number of studentsin a class is 5.

• Minimum age is 17 years old.

• Classes last 50 minutes.

• There are at least 4 levels in thecenter.

• The schedule for the Super-IntensiveCourse is 25 weekly lessons from 8:00-12:50.

• Minimum stay is 2 weeks.

• Courses begin every Monday,throughout the year.

Accommodations

Accommodations in a Family

Accommodations in a single room ina host family with full board or withbreakfast only. Located near theschool. Laundry is not included inthe price.

Accommodations in a Hotel

In comfortable rooms with bath-room, and with breakfast included inthe price. The price varies accordingto category.

Interesting Cultural Program

The school offers an ample culturalprogram. There are weekend excur-sions to nearby cities of cultural and

historical interest, such as: San Juande Teotihuacán, Xochicaloo, Tula,etc. Outside class hours you can visitexpositions and museums, practicesports and go on guided tours of thecity.

From the Airport to Cuernavaca

From the Mexico D.F. airport thereare buses from the Pullman line thatleave from Morelos and go directlyto Cuernavaca. The trip lastsapproximately one hour and fourtyfive minutes. You can also requestthe transportation service.

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Activities in the garden area of the schoolCuernavaca, city of eternal Springtime

GUADALAJARA QUERETARO

MEXICO CITY

CUERNAVACA

ACAPULCO OAXACA

VERACRUZ

COATZACOALCOS

MéxicoE.I. Cuernavaca

Mexican arts and crafts

E.I. ActivitiesE.I.’s cultural activities are the perfect complement to yourstudies. They will help you discover and experience thediverse and exciting ambiance of the cities where ourcenters are located. At the same time, they give you thechance to practice your new language skills in real life sit-uations. It is the best way for you to get to know yourclassmates, the country you are visiting and its culture.The activities are always free or at a reduced rate.

Excursions…Discover Spain with E.I.Escuela Internacional organizes excursions to places ofgreat touristic value. To take full advantage of your sparetime during the weekends, we give you the chance totravel extensively to cities of cultural interest where youcan use your new language skills in authentic contexts.You will be accompanied by an E.I. instructor and the costis low or at a reduced rate. The excursions provide a greatmeans of combining your studies with a vacation. In thisway you can practice your Spanish outside class time in arelaxed manner.

E.I. organizes excursions to places of great historic signif-icance. In Spain you can visit the Roman ruins in Segoviaand Mérida, the Medieval city wall in Avila, the Pradomuseum in Madrid, El Greco’s house in Toledo, thepalaces of Aranjuez and El Escorial, Seville, Portugal andtypical mountain villages.

Independent TravelYou will also have the possibility for independent travelduring the weekends. The informed and friendly E.I. staffwill help you plan your trips and arrange all your traveldetails.

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Excursions to the mountains and the sea

Visits to places of cultural interest

Music Sports

Conversing with friends during abicycle ride.

A country of unforgettable sen-sations.

Cultural Activity Program

A typical monthly cultural activity programcould be composed of:• Welcoming party.

• Tour of the city.

• Videos and documentary films.

• Museum visits.

• Theater and concerts.

• Dinners and informal outings with professors.

• Departure party.

Escuela Internacional is amember of:

• Asociation International Educators (NAFSA).

• Confederación Española de Centros de Enseñanza

(CECE).

• Federación de Escuelas de Español Lengua

Extranjera (FEDELE).

• Federación Española de Centros de Enseñanza de

Idiomas (FECEI).

• Asociación de Escuelas de Español de Madrid.

• Asociación de Escuelas de Español de Castilla-León.

• Asociación OLE de Andalucía.

Oficina Central

C/ Talamanca, 10

28807 Alcalá de Henares

Madrid (España)

Tel.: +34 91 883 12 64

Fax: +34 91 883 13 01

E-Mail: [email protected]

www.escuelai.com

CIF: B-80964521

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