Dates & Costs

ALBA Study Abroad caters to both quarter system schools and semester schools for both one term and consecutive term academic, immersive experiences. View the ALBA Academic Calendar.

We also take great pride in being one of the most dynamic, yet very affordable, study abroad programs available. How do we do it? The answer is actually pretty simple: We adamantly believe that everyone should have the opportunity to live and study abroad in this amazing Mediterranean city and to experience and learn about the world, so we do everything in our power to make it possible. View program tuition and housing costs

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Dates

The ALBA program runs year-round, with terms that accommodate students in both semester and quarter systems. The length of your experience is up to you; combine consecutive terms and study abroad in Barcelona for up to a full academic year.

Key Dates	Fall Term ’26 1st Semester	Winter Term ’27 2nd Semester	Spring Term ’27 2nd Semester	Summer Term ’27 6-week Intensive	Fall Term ’27 1st Semester
Application Deadline	07/15/2026	11/15/2026	02/15/2027	TBD	TBD
Start of the Term Arrivals and Housing Check-in	09/23/2026 09/24/2026	01/07/2027 01/08/2027	03/31/2027 03/01/2027	TBD	TBD
Orientation Attendance is compulsory	09/25/2026	01/09/2027	04/02/2027	TBD	TBD
First day of classes	09/28/2026	01/11/2027	04/05/2027	TBD	TBD
Last day of classes Finals, presentations, farewell event	12/03/2026	03/18/2027	06/10/2027	TBD	TBD
End of the Term Housing Check-out before 8 am	12/07/2026	03/22/2027	06/14/2027	TBD	TBD

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Costs

We work hard at making our program as affordable as possible so that everyone can have the chance to enjoy this truly unforgettable experience.

ALBA has no hidden costs. Although prices may vary according to agreements with our different partner schools, once you have paid the total cost of the program, there are no additional costs. The following chart is for approximate reference only.

Program Costs	Fall Term ’26 1st Semester	Winter Term ’27 2nd Semester	Spring Term ’27 2nd Semester	Summer Term ’27 6-week Intensive	Fall Term ’27 1st Semester
Tuition Deposit	$800	$800	$800	$800	$800
Housing (shared apartment)*	$3,100	$3,100	$3,100	$2,300	$3,200
Tuition Balance** (Tuition, fees, excursions, cooking classes, materials, insurance)	$9,000	$9,000	$9,000	$6,000	$9,500
Program Total with ALBA Shared Apartment Housing	$12,900	$12,900	$12,900	$9,100	$13,500