Why SAIIE

Choosing the SAIIE (Spanish-American Institute of International Education) study abroad program in Seville comes with a lot of perks, especially if you're looking for a personalized, immersive, and culturally rich experience.

Here are some strong reasons why students choose SAIIE:

🌍 Authentic Spanish Immersion

  • Live like a local: SAIIE places a huge emphasis on cultural immersion. You’ll stay with host families, which is a great way to improve your Spanish and experience daily life in Seville.
  • Small class sizes: You get personalized attention and build close relationships with professors and peers.

🎓 Academic Flexibility

  • SAIIE partners with the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, but the credits are transferable to most U.S. universities.
  • Offers a range of courses in Spanish language, business, culture, ESS and history, making it great for a variety of majors.

🏛️ Historic and Vibrant Location

  • Seville is one of the most beautiful and culturally rich cities in Spain—flamenco, tapas, Moorish architecture, Semana Santa, Feria de Abril… it’s the whole package.
  • It’s also super walkable and student-friendly, with great weather most of the year.

Sports and Internships

  • SAIIE is unique in offering opportunities for student-athletes, especially in rowing, rugby, soccer, swimming, volleyball and water polo.
  • You can also gain internship or volunteer experience in areas like education, marketing, or nonprofits—adding serious value to your resume.

✈️ Travel and Activities

  • SAIIE organizes excursions to places like Granada, Córdoba, Cádiz, and Morocco, giving you a well-rounded experience of Andalusia and beyond.
  • You get the independence to explore Europe, but still have the support of an on-the-ground program team.

🤝 Tight-knit Community

  • Since it’s a smaller program, you won’t feel like just a number. There’s a lot of support, guidance, and personal connection with staff and fellow students.