The American College in Spain
Description of The American College in Spain
The American College in Spain (ACS) is a university center providing foreign students with the opportunity to pass a university program of 1-2 courses in Spain followed by admission to a university in the US or Canada.
It is the first North American High School & University in Andalusia. Located in the town of Marbella (Málaga) since 2013.
The American College in Spain offers a curriculum based on the U.S. education system. The aim of the two-year program is to provide international students with deep basic knowledge. On the 1-2 course students pass several common subjects. Educational system is modular or credit, as is customary in the US. Students can graduate from Marbella with 2 years of high school (grades 7 and 8), 4 years of high school (grades 9-12), and then begin their first 2 years at university by completing general education courses, which is required by all US universities. After completing these 2 years of college, students receive an Associate of Arts Degree from Broward College, which is recognized and accepted worldwide.
After graduation from college, students can enroll in a selected institution in America for translation. Most universities in Spain accept graduates with credits for their loans. After completing a full cycle of study, students can earn a full bachelor's degree:
- BA (Bachelor of Arts),
- BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration),
- BSc (Bachelor of Science).
You can go to college for several programs. The general subject course of university training allows later transfer to the faculties of the humanities, English and literature, computer science, journalism, international relations, economics, communications, marketing, management, business. Also programs for studying English, preparation for GED, SAT are offered.
Programs and prices, tuition fees in The American College in Spain
The American College in Spain offers courses that are designed to prepare students to pass the GED exam. The GED (General Education Development) test is a high school proficiency test that comprehensively assesses 4 areas of knowledge:
- Social Science,
- English,
- Natural Sciences,
- Math.
It is a set of 4 tests to demonstrate that each student meets the requirements of an American-style secondary education.
At the end of the program each participant receives a GED diploma: the school is a Pearson-VUE authorized testing center.
ACS is an international center for Broward College that provides a convenient Unversity Transfer option and an Associate degree. Students study for 2 years in Spain, then they transfer to Broward College in Florida (you can also choose another accredited partner in the USA or Europe) and after another 2 years they get a degree and a diploma.
During 2 years of study at ACS you are able to get up to 60 educational credits (ECTS) in different disciplines - the specific specialization will be chosen later. The specialization can be chosen during 3-4 years at the chosen institution after transfer.
An accredited middle and high school course that will help ACS students in Spain obtain an American-style school certificate.
Classes are held according to an individual training plan, qualified, experienced subject teachers are engaged with children. In addition, students of grades 7-12 receive personal advice - both on current academic issues or problems, and on the further educational path.
The Language and Culture course (available in English and Spanish) helps to develop not only language skills, but also critical and analytical thinking. This course is recommended for international students who feel insecure when studying in a language other than their native language: it will quickly and effectively improve their language level in order to increase the productivity of their studies. The program can adapt to each student, his basic level and skills; the main accents are spoken language and grammar.
Accommodation, meals, prices
International students are not provided with housing. But the consultants of the college can help in the selection of accommodation options. In Marbella, apartments are popular. Accommodation is also available in hotels and host families.
Nutrition in the college is organized on a self-service basis. Near the educational building there are many shops, cafeterias, cafes and restaurants.
Activities The American College in Spain
The extracurricular program is rich and varied. It includes recreational activities, cognitive walks and trips, sports. Conditions for the latter are created in conjunction with the club Manolo Santana (specialization - tennis). In the summer, foreign students of the college are offered martial arts sections, fitness classes, tennis. The winter sports program includes skiing in Sierra Nevada, snowboarding.
Daily routine
The schedule is determined by the specifics of the specific course program.
Advantages
- The American College in Spain - the opportunity in one of the most beautiful tourist regions of sunny Spain to pass initial studying in the American university program. This is the greatest opportunity for further employment, career recognition.
- The advantages of the American system: interactive classes, dynamic formats, internationally renowned and respected degrees, personalized classes, and dynamic combinations of learning and sports.
- The college offers a wide range of preparatory courses. Programs of varying duration and intensity are geared towards those wishing to study in the United States.
- The training takes place in a comfortable environment. The modern material base makes it technologically.
- Programs differ in practical orientation and high degree of efficiency. College students adapt ito the American education system, acquiring the knowledge, skills, and experience of communication necessary for studying in the university.
- Highly qualified American teachers teach in the college. Most of them have academic degrees and titles.
- International environments is diverse and inclusive.
- 25 years of experience, more than 12,000 successful students and alumni.
Facilities and equipment at The American College in Spain
The American College in Spain is located in the heart of Puerto Banús. The academic building has 2 floors with lecture rooms, a conference hall, a computer center, student lounges, terrace and much more. Also, the college created all the conditions for the physical development of students.
Admission dates and extra charges
The college is open all year round. For information on the dates of the courses you are interested in, please, contact SMAPSE manager.
Extras:
- Study materials 300 EUR
- Registration fee (for a programme/course) 150 EUR
Literature and references
Institution on the map
Residence permits, citizenship and other services
- Guardianship services during the studies
- Student supervision
Review about The American College in Spain
Recommendations on when to apply
| Language courses, schools and children's language camps | Primary and secondary education - private schools | Preparation programmes for entering universities - higher education | Higher education (after completing accredited programs A-level, IB, High School) - Bachelor, Master, MBA |
| - we recommend to apply 6-9 months before the start of the course (some camps and schools offer discounts for early booking or for lengthy study programs) - there are some very popular and high demand children's camps, where the applications need to be submitted 1 year in advance (in particular Switzerland , Great Britain , USA , Canada , Austria) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the training program, - some schools have a specific time frame (September-November - please specify an individual school) - some schools require tests in several stages (UKISET, internal tests of the school: English, mathematics, logics, subjects, interview, some require a personal visit) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the program, - for Foundation and Pathway programs, IELTS and TOEFL certificates are usually required, respectively | - recommended submission one year before the start of the program, - the deadline normally closes in January, for TOP HEIs and, as a rule, in March in other universities - for a bachelor, a Foundation or Pathway preparatory program a completed A-level, IB, High School + IELTS / TOEFL are required - for Masters you need a graduated higher education, in some cases you need a pre-Masters program - MBA requires completed higher education, work experience preferably at least 2-3 years, etc. |
