About the City

From the majestic courtyards and mosaics of the Alhambra to the lush gardens of the Palacio del Generalife, Granada’s cultural, artistic, and historic heritage has been shaped by centuries of diverse influences. Today, Granada´s culture reflects its Christian, Arabic, Romani, and Jewish roots in a model of mutually respectful, multicultural living. Often described as a fairytale city, Granada offers one of the most prestigious universities in Europe, a contrasting mix of tradition and modernity, vibrant nightlife, and countless cultural and recreational activities. The city is located at the foot of the Sierra Nevada, just 44 miles from the warm waters of the Mediterranean. CEA CAPA's study abroad programs in Granada integrates local resources and cross-cultural learning, helping you engage and immerse with the host culture while experiencing aspects of local life that most visitors to this welcoming city don’t see.

Student Testimonials

"Granada is a small city which made it feel safe and everything you need is within walking distance. I stayed with a host family which was one of the best decisions I ever made. They truly took me in as family and took care of me when I got a stomach ..."

Nyssa Alvarado

Texas A & M University

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Summer 2023, Spain

"Traveling to a new place without knowing anyone can be a daunting experience, but Granada felt like stepping into a home away from home. The people were welcoming, the culture was easy to adapt to, and the sites seemed to be out of a movie. I loved b..."

Alexa Porter

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo

GoOverseas

Summer 2023, Spain

"I thoroughly enjoyed every second of my study abroad experience in Granda! The people I met through this program made my entire trip and I am so thankful for this program for bringing us together. While in Granada I immerse myself in the city and got..."

Sophie Moore

University of Oklahoma

GoOverseas

Spring 2023, Spain

"My experience with CEA CAPA was very positive. Throughout the process of applying, arriving, duration of the program, and even afterwards I had support, and they answered any questions I had. The process was pretty straightforward. I'd study abroad w..."

Anna Sutherland

Western Washington University

GoOverseas

Fall 2022, Spain

"I loved my three months in Granada, Spain, and I wish I could have stayed longer! CEA CAPA's staff members in Granada are fantastic and helped me feel welcome from the moment they picked me up at the airport. My favorite part of the experience was li..."

Emilia Tesoriero

Fordham University

GoOverseas

Fall 2022, Spain

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Where You'll Study

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Excursions

Get out and explore! Excursions are offered for most semester, year, and summer programs. Semester students are typically offered between two to three excursions and summer study students are typically offered between one to two excursions. You'll receive a calendar of excursions during orientation; here are a few day and overnight excursions we've offered in the past.

Where You'll Stay

*Housing options may change and will be confirmed on the housing application form prior to the start of the term. Below are the housing options that have been offered in the past.

Alumni Ambassadors

Haley Sommer

Haley Sommer

Illinois State University
Ashley Cialone

Ashley Cialone

Colorado State University
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Jekyra Felton-Cobb

Illinois State University
Lina San Juan-Martinez

Lina San Juan-Martinez

Lenoir-Rhyne University
Madeline Paige

Madeline Paige

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Panayia Melistas (She/Her)

Panayia Melistas (She/Her)

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Mackenzie Brady

Mackenzie Brady

Illinois State University
Alexa Porter

Alexa Porter

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
Darien Perry

Darien Perry

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Lauren Conners

Lauren Conners

Illinois State University
Sydney Walter

Sydney Walter

Illinois State University
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Lily Moen

Illinois State University

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Frequently Asked Questions

Studying abroad in Spain is a life changing event for many students. When you study abroad or intern abroad in Granada, you experience learning outside the traditional classroom setting, gain international experience, and expand your sense of cultural awareness. You will experience new culture, food, and meet people from all over the world making lifelong friends and expanding your network. Plus, you get to travel to places you've only read about.
Granada is one of the cheapest places to live in comparison with other Spanish cities. It’s an energetic city known for its youthful population which makes it very affordable for students. After all, some people refer to Granada as the “city of free tapas,” because one drink equals one plate of tapas at most restaurants. Granada is the perfect place for students hungry to learn (on a budget) about a culture rich in religion and history.
Granada is a great destination for students to study abroad due to its low crime rate. Violent crime is rare and petty theft like pickpocketing is something to be aware of, so it’s very important to be careful and cautious while you explore the city.

CEA CAPA offers many housing options while you’re studying abroad in Granada. Standard CEA CAPA housing is included in your overall program price. You may also have the option of arranging your own independent housing, but this is not recommended. For more information on housing, connect with your student advisor.

Granada study abroad programs offer several housing options for students depending on their preferences. Most of CEA CAPA Granada’s housing options are located on campus or in the city center, 10 to 35 minutes away from the University of Granada.

Granada housing options include:

  • Apartments
  • Homestays
  • Independent Living
  • Residence Halls
Granada is a mid-sized city with cultural, historic, and architectural remnants of an illustrious past. It’s the epitome of multicultural living that was inspired by diverse influences and continues to shape modernity in Spain. The city sits at the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains and is less than an hour away from the Mediterranean Sea. When you go abroad to Granada, you’ll study at one of the largest Spanish institutions and tour one of the top-visited monuments (Al Hambra) in Spain. 

Granada Onsite Staff

Begoña Correa-Flores

Begoña Correa-Flores

Program Director, Granada