Experience Spain. Live it, don't just visit it.
Spend a semester or academic year living with a carefully screened Spanish host family, attending a local high school, and experiencing life in Spain.
Fall 2027 | Ages 15–17 | 5- or 10-month programs
Get Program InformationExperience Spain. Live it, don't just visit it.
Spend a semester or academic year living with a carefully screened Spanish host family, attending a local high school, and experiencing life in Spain.
Fall 2027 | Ages 15–17 | 5- or 10-month programs
Get Program Information
What if Spain became your everyday life?
Imagine waking up in Spain, heading to a local high school, coming home to your Spanish host family, and discovering what life is really like in another culture.
This isn't a vacation. It's an opportunity to become part of a new community, experience Spanish culture from the inside, and discover more about yourself along the way.
Live with a Spanish host family
Become part of a carefully selected host family and experience the routines, traditions, food, and small moments that make life in Spain unique.
Attend a local high school
Join a Spanish school and experience a different education system while taking a full course of studies alongside local students.
Experience Spanish culture
Immerse yourself in the language and culture, every day at school, at home, and in your community, and return home fluent in a new language.
Learn More About Studying Abroad
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Study Abroad in Spain
Your new home could be anywhere in Spain.
From vibrant cities to smaller communities, students can be placed with host families throughout Spain.
Wherever you are placed, you'll have the opportunity to experience Spain beyond the typical tourist attractions: from local traditions and food to school life and family routines.
This is your chance to experience Spain like a local.
A home away from home starts with the right family.
We know that who you will live with is one of the most important parts of an exchange experience.
That's why every prospective host family goes through a thorough screening process before welcoming a student.
The goal is simple: to create a supportive home environment where students can feel welcomed, included, and part of the family.
How host families are screened
Application
Prospective host families complete a detailed application.
Background Checks
Background checks are conducted on all household members aged 18 and older.
In-Person Home Visit
A representative visits the family in their home to confirm a safe and comfortable home environment.
Start your journey surrounded by other exchange students.
Your exchange experience begins with a 4-day Welcome Camp in Madrid. In addition to discovering an exciting new city, you will have the opportunity to connect with other students who are embarking on their own international adventure.
From your first days in Spain to the months that follow, you'll have opportunities to build friendships, share experiences, and create memories that last long after you return home.
Start your journey surrounded by other exchange students.
Your exchange experience begins with a 4-day Welcome Camp in Madrid. In addition to discovering an exciting new city, you will have the opportunity to connect with other students who are embarking on their own international adventure.
From your first days in Spain to the months that follow, you'll have opportunities to build friendships, share experiences, and create memories that last long after you return home.
Choose the experience that's right for you
Whether you're ready for a semester abroad or want the full academic-year experience, you can choose the program that fits your goals.
| Program Duration | Departure | Price |
Semester (5 months) | Fall 2027 | $12,800 |
Academic Year (10 months) | Fall 2027 | $14,920 |
Included
- Roundtrip international flight to your destination
- Travel insurance to cover accidents and illnesses
- A carefully screened and vetted host family placement
- 24/7 support from STS Foundation and its partners during your time abroad
- Language support if traveling to a non-English speaking country
- Interview, orientations, and material that will prepare you and your parents for your exchange year
- A local representative or host family member welcoming you at the airport upon your arrival
- Certificate of completion provided by STS Foundation at the end of your exchange year
Not Included
- Domestic flight to get to the international departure
- Passport and visa fees
- School uniforms if required (depends on destinations)
- Public transportation
- Educational/recreational trips
- Pocket money ($200 to $300/month recommended)
Why choose STS Foundation
STS Foundation has been supporting exchange students since 1986.
Carefully screened and vetted host families.
Our teams are available 24/7 to support you during your exchange experience.