Spain has a way of drawing people in. Maybe it is the warm light, the rhythm of everyday life, or the fact that students from every continent seem to feel immediately at home. Whatever the reason, more and more international undergraduates are choosing to make Madrid their base, and IE University their launchpad.
If you are considering studying in Spain, here you have ten reasons to do it with IE University:
1. You live in Spain, but study in English
IE University’s undergraduate programs are entirely taught in English, which means you can focus on learning without worrying about a language barrier. Meanwhile, you get to live in a Spanish-speaking country full of culture, food, music and everyday opportunities to pick up the language naturally.
2. A campus community where the world meets
With more than 130 nationalities represented and 75% international students, IE University feels like a microcosm of the world. You sit in classrooms with peers who bring ideas, backgrounds and perspectives from across continents. Life here is global from day one.
Students from all around the world
3. Madrid: your urban innovation hub
Studying in Madrid means living in one of Europe’s most dynamic capitals. The IE Tower rises in the heart of the financial district, surrounded by creative companies, tech startups and cultural institutions. Expect museums, festivals, business events and endless inspiration.
4. Segovia: a campus with centuries of history
If you prefer a quieter, more familiar atmosphere, Segovia offers a campus that combines tradition and modernity. The university sits inside a national heritage site, a former convent turned modern academic hub, just 25 minutes from Madrid by high-speed train. Medieval streets, local cafés and a strong student community create an unforgettable experience.
5. Learning spaces designed for cutting-edge education
IE University’s learning environment is designed around collaboration and discovery. From the Fab Lab in Segovia to future-focused labs and creative studios in Madrid, students can test ideas, prototype solutions and develop projects that feel connected to the real world.
6. A student-centered approach that treats you as an individual
IE University believes in personalized education. Support, mentoring, accessible faculty and opportunities to build your own academic path create a framework where students feel guided.
7. Clubs, sports and campus life that keep the days full
More than 105 student clubs, 1,500 events each year, sports teams, creative groups, international festivals and themed weeks like Sustainability Week make it easy to get involved. Life at IE University extends well beyond the classroom.
8. A truly international start to your career
Being in Spain does not limit your global outlook. IE students can join exchange programs at more than 200 partner universities worldwide and explore internships across countries and industries. Leading international companies actively recruit IE graduates.
9. Programs for every kind of thinker and creator
Whether you are drawn to design, fashion, business, architecture, political science, computer science, humanities or environmental studies, IE’s undergraduate portfolio reflects a wide range of interests. Each program combines academic depth with practical experience, preparing students for tomorrow’s world, not yesterday’s.
Programs entirely in English
10. Spain itself becomes part of your education
Food markets, art galleries, mountain hikes, coastal weekends, late-night conversations in plazas, new languages, new friendships: studying in Spain has a certain magic. It is a lifestyle that shapes you as much as your degree.
Studying at IE University is more than gaining a degree. It is discovering life in Spain, finding your place in an international community and learning in an environment designed to prepare you for a global future.
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