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Apply online or contact the Study Abroad office if you prefer to complete a paper form.

DEADLINE: Submit application and $500 non-refundable fee no later than February 10, 2026.

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Participating students must enroll at least one (1) of the HyFlex courses offered  (encouraged to enroll in both) during summer 2026 Mid-session (06/15 - 07/24/2026).

• Classes begin June 15, 2026 in the U.S. 
• Students will travel to Barcelona from June 29 - July 24, 2026 for the final 4 weeks of the session. 

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ENGL 231: Literature & Film (3 units)

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
Fulfills Cal-GETC -- Area 3.B. Humanities
Prerequisite: Completion of English C1000 with a grade of “C” or higher, or “pass,” or the equivalent.

Instructor: Chad Greene

Course Description: English 231 examines the relationships between film and more traditional literary genres through cinematic adaptations of the novel, short story, drama, poetry, or nonfiction prose, as well as through comparisons of theme, structure, style, and technique. Discussion will include what makes adaptation successful; historical, social, technological and aesthetic perspectives; and critical tools and techniques for interpreting film as literature.

SPAN 101: Elementary Spanish (5 units)

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC ELECTIVE

Instructor: Froylan Cabuto

Course Description: This beginning Spanish course emphasizes listening, speaking, reading, and writing and helps to develop an appreciation of cultural diversity through the study of differences and similarities between cultures. This course is equivalent to two years of high school Spanish.

Any Cerritos College student that meets the requirements below can apply to participate in Study Abroad programs:

• provides unofficial copies of transcripts, showing minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA
• completion of English C1000 with a "C" or better, or "Pass" for ENGL 231 
• 18 years of age or older
• must enroll in one of the program offered courses

Student who are currently attending other colleges or universities may also participate in the Cerritos College study abroad program. They must apply to Cerritos College and enroll in summer courses, including one of the program offered courses 

The final cost of the Study Abroad program in Spain will depend on the number of students that enroll:

• 20-24 students: $4,450
• 25+ students: $4,100

Paying fees:

• Study abroad program fees:  paid to Cerritos College, instructions will be sent to program participants only.
• Fees for enrollment in Cerritos College classes: students pay directly to Cerritos College via MyCerritos.
• Passport and other fees for travel: students pay to source provider

**A minimum of 15 students must apply and pay fees in full for this program to be able to run.

• Accommodation: On-campus dormitory housing with kitchen space
• Campus Wi-Fi access
• Pre-departure and In-Country Orientation
• Program staff support, including 24/7 emergency contact
• Transportation: One-time transportation from arrival airport, timed to meet the group flight on the scheduled arrival date
• Unlimited public transportation pass 
• Cultural Activities including walking tours, museums, and cultural experiences
• Student medical insurance in the host country

• Round-trip airfare
• Passport or visa fees, if applicable
• Food or meals other than the planned program meals
• Personal expenses
• Fees for enrolling in Cerritos College classes (CCPG/BOG waivers apply)
• Textbooks or other class supplies
• World Trip Protector Insurance - to protect program fees in case of program cancellation or interruption.

This timeline is TENTATIVE:

• Wednesday, February 10, 2026:  $500 non-refundable enrollment deposit
• Monday, March 9, 2026: $2,000 payment due
• Tuesday, April 14, 2026: $1,950 final payment due
• Wednesday, May 26, 2026: Payment to Cerritos College for enrollment in class(es) in the study abroad program

Student withdraws on or before February 10:

All fees paid may be reimbursed

Student withdraws after February 10 but before March 9, 2026:

All fees paid may be reimbursed, less the $500 non-refundable deposit

After March 9, 2026, but before April 14, 2026:

Up to 50% of fees paid may be reimbursed, less the $500 non-refundable deposit

May 14, 2026 or after: 

No refund, and the total program fee is due.

Once the program has begun:

No refund. Should Cerritos College or PROVIDER cancel the program prior to departure for reasons within its control, students will receive a full refund, less the $500 non-refundable deposit. Should PROVIDER cancel a program after May 14, 2026 (including once the program has started) for reasons beyond its control including but not limited to Acts of God, government actions (including those restricting travel), pandemics, fire, flood, explosion, earthquake, or other natural forces, war, civil unrest, accident, any strike or labor disturbance, or any other event similar to those enumerated above (a “Force Majeure Event”) students will receive no refund except for recoverable costs.**

Additional Worldwide Trip Protector Insurance: 

Participants are encouraged to purchase the Additional Worldwide Trip Protector insurance to cover Program Fees in case of interruption or cancellation due to medical reasons.