This process helps to assure that a student will be matched with the appropriate internship. Students are evaluated at the end of the semester by an on-site supervisor. A faculty supervisor at Marist College determines the grade based on the on-site evaluation, the student's journals, and other written assignments. An outline of the internship course requirements is available from the Marist Abroad Program Office. Courses are designed to improve students' oral and written Spanish language skills and provide a cultural and historical framework for their experience.
Students have access to all university facilities and activities.
Students earn 15 credit hours per semester. Detailed course descriptions are available from the Marist Abroad Program Office. This is an intensive civilization and language course offered in Madrid as an orientation to living and studying in Spain. Besides intensive language sessions using communicative methodology and the study of grammar and composition, there are classes on architecture, art, contemporary political issues, and an in-depth study of Madrid. A final paper integrating the month's experience is required.