Universidad Complutense de Madrid
Fall: Early October - Mid February
Spring: Early February - Late June
Undergraduate Exchange
Tracing its origins to the 13th century, the Universidad Complutense de Madrid (UCM) is one of the oldest universities in the world. Its student body of 130,000 also makes it one of the world's largest universities. UCM has two campuses, Moncloa (located in Madrid proper) and Somosaguas (located approximately 20 minutes outside of Madrid by bus). You will attend business classes from UCM's Facultad de Ciencias Económicas y Empresariales at the Somosaguas campus, although you will live in the city center.
Madrid, a city of three million inhabitants, is a cultural center whose historical treasures complement its modern character. During the semester, visit the world-renowned Prado art museum, tour the ornate Royal Palace, and cheer on your favorite matador at the local bullring. Located in the geographic center of Spain, Madrid is a convenient base from which to explore the Iberian Peninsula. Day trips to the medieval town of Toledo, the walled city of Avila, and Segovia's enormous aqueduct, combined with journeys to the Arab-influenced south, Mediterranean coasts, and the lush northern Basque region, will grant perspective on Spain's diversity.
Language requirement and courses
All courses are taught in Spanish. You must be able to speak, read and write very well in Spanish. You will attend classes with Spanish students. As well, you are required to find your own housing in Madrid. Business and non-business classes are available. Receive UW residence credits and grades.
An optional, non-credit language review course is available the two weeks before the semester begins. (September for Fall and February for Spring). In addition to brushing up on your language skills, this is an excellent way to meet other international students.
This list is subject to change. Due to circumstances beyond our control such as enrollment limitations, time conflicts and course cancellations, International Programs cannot guarantee that participants will be admitted to their first choice of courses.
Fall courses
The fall semester runs through February so most students choose spring instead of fall. Contact International Programs if you would like to review a list of fall courses.
Common Spring courses
More courses are available. Contact International Programs.
Accounting 365; Econ 390; Finance 305*, 445*; Intl Bus 365; MHR 300, 305; Marketing 310, 365, 425; Span 361, 514; Wide variety of non-business courses
*UW's finance department expects that you meet UW pre-requisites in order to comprehend your finance course taken abroad and to prepare for future UW finance courses.
The following business courses have been offered at UCM in the past.
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UW Course Number |
UCM Course Number(s) |
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Accounting |
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AIS 365 |
621 |
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Finance |
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FIN 300 |
Introducción Económica de la Empresa OR Dirección Financiera de la Empresa II |
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FIN 305 |
650 |
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FIN 365 |
463 OR 673 |
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FIN 410 |
663 |
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FIN 445 |
681 |
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International Business |
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IB 365 |
639 OR 684 |
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Marketing |
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MKT 300 |
Fundamentos de Marketing II |
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MKT 310 |
659 OR 651 |
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MKT 365 |
682 OR 685 OR 670 |
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MKT 425 |
680 OR 662 |
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Management and Human Resources |
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MHR 300 |
667 |
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MHR 305 |
646 |
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MHR 423 |
647 |
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Operations |
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OTM 350 |
649 |
The course equivalency database shows all UCM courses that have been equated and their UW equivalents.
Housing
You are responsible for arranging your own housing. Suggestions from past participants are available.
Costs and scholarships
The following are estimates only. Costs are subject to change. Estimates noted with an asterisk (*) were calculated based on an exchange rate of $1 = 0.67 euros. Recently the rate has been falling. Check xe.com for up-to-the-minute conversion rates.
Details about financial aid and additional scholarships are available.
Estimates based on 2009/2010 academic year.
UW tuition: Full-time
UW program fee: $350
UW-mandated health insurance: $37/full month, no partials i.e. (March 15 - May 30 is 3 months)
Housing: $2,900*
Meals: $2,000*
Local transportation & miscellaneous: $250*
Visa fee: $100
Airfare: $840 (spring 09 estimate)
Entertainment and vacation travel vary widely.
Advice from past participants
Read reports from past participants.
Applying
There are generally 4 students admitted per year (for either fall or spring). As there are limited spaces, application to this program does not guarantee admission. Minimum requirements are a 3.0 GPA, 54 credits earned by the time you go abroad, fluency in Spanish (UW will conduct a language assessment after you submit an application) and 9 credits of business/economics.
Applications are due March 1st of the previous academic year. If space for spring semester opens, the application process will re-open with a deadline of October 1st. Attend an information session, held in February and September. Information session dates, program availability and applications are available on the application website.
Web pages
Universidad Complutense de Madrid
For admitted students
Predeparture Information: Madrid
While abroad website