Due in part to its 2,000 feet elevation, Madrid has June weather the weather that is quite pleasant. Shopping can be done in modern department stores or bargains found at the Rastro bazaar on Sundays. Retiro Park is huge, and offers miles of shaded walkways, and a variety of entertainment, from lavish Flamenco dancing to strolling musicians and artists who will sketch one's portrait in a matter of minutes. U.S. citizens with valid passports do not require a visa to enter Spain, but Spain does require visas from many Caribbean and Latin American countries and almost all African and Asian countries. Students attending the Summer in Spain Program are expected to make their own arrangements for transportation to and from Spain.
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All participants are required to carry their own major medical health insurance. Compared to the United States, most cities in Europe, including El Escorial, are not as accessible for individuals with handicaps. The Director of the Program has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies. Statements on this web page should not be construed as the basis of a contract between an applicant or student and the law school or the university. The registration fee is non-refundable and will be applied towards the cost of the program.