LITA: A Unique Approach to Language Immersion in Spain
- Spain
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Session Length:
3-5 Weeks
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Minimum Costs:
$8,350 - $11,950
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Application Deadline:
Rolling
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Eligibility:
Rising 10th, 11th, 12th
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Residential -
Online Option
Residential 
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About the program
LITA is a unique language immersion program offering students a comprehensive exploration of rural Spain, an experience far removed from English-speaking tourism. Our dynamic, academically challenging programs offer students finishing 9th-11th grade a different approach to exploring the vibrant elements of Spanish language and culture.
The name LITA alludes to the philosophical foundation of our program: a Spanish word ending with the diminutive 鈥渋ta鈥� often denotes something that is small, personal, and is something or someone toward which one feels great affection. This informs all elements of our programs.
Why choose LITA?
Through small, intimate groups of 12-16 students and three group leaders, LITA offers personal, highly authentic immersive experiences to motivated students with a true commitment to language acquisition.
The heart of a LITA program is the extensive homestay experiences in small towns, internships, research projects, and other more rural adventures off the beaten path. LITA students advance their language skills through our zero-English commitment while acquiring a genuine聽understanding of the diverse nature of Spanish culture as a part of a safe, structured, and personalized immersive experience.
Programs are three and five weeks in length and center around a family homestay in small/medium sized communities in northern or southern Spain. All students take language classes and complete an independent project on a cultural topic of their choice. Five-week program students have the option to participate in a volunteer internship in the community. LITA programs focus on language as it relates to family life, food, music, history, and art. LITA programs are full immersion experiences, geared toward a more motivated and enthusiastic Spanish student.
Program Highlights
- Unique Spanish immersion experiences in rural Spain, away from English tourism and with a zero-English philosophy for the most complete language immersion.
- Dynamic homestays, where you can feel like a true member of the family
- Small and personal programs with other highly committed students and supportive staff
- Exciting opportunities for community internships and self-directed research projects: explore what excites you!
- Get to know the “Espa帽a Profunda” through our incredible, off-the-beaten-path itineraries intentionally designed to give you a deep understanding of Spanish language and culture.
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