How to Apply
When to Apply
The best time to go abroad varies by major. Early planning is important, so we encourage students to begin thinking about study abroad when they first begin college, even if they will not actually be going to the Valencia campus until a year or two later.
Berklee College of Music students may refer to the major grids and department websites for relevant advice about each major. Boston Conservatory at Berklee students should consult with their program advisor and may also refer to our Study Abroad for Conservatory Students page. Students attending other colleges or universities are advised to consult with the study abroad office at their home institution.
Students are encouraged to apply one year in advance. For some students, that could mean applying during your first or second semester.
- Fall 2025: Apply by March 15, 2025
- Academic Year 2025–26: Apply by March 15, 2025
- Spring 2026: Apply by September 15, 2025
Review program dates for upcoming study abroad programs.
General Eligibility
Berklee Valencia welcomes applications from qualified undergraduate students worldwide. To be eligible to study abroad with us, applicants must meet all of the following essential criteria:
- Be enrolled in an undergraduate program of study at an accredited institution of higher education.
- Be in good academic and disciplinary standing.
- Have a grade point average of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) at the time of application.
- Have completed at least two semesters of higher education by the time their studies at Berklee Valencia would begin.
- Be at least 18 years of age by the time they will apply for the Spanish student visa (if required) and by the time they will travel to Spain for study abroad.
- Be proficient in the English language with the ability to follow coursework taught in English.
You don’t have to be a musician to study abroad at Berklee Valencia, though students who are musicians, or who have an appreciation of music and the performing arts, are especially encouraged to apply. There is no Spanish language requirement, as English is the main language of instruction for most of our courses. However, students with an interest in Spanish are very welcome to study with us and will have the option to take Spanish classes as part of their coursework as well as use their Spanish skills on a regular basis.
All students will need a valid passport that will remain valid for at least six months beyond their planned period of study abroad. If you don’t already have a passport, we strongly advise that you apply for one right now. It is recommended that your passport be ready no less than four months before your studies abroad will begin. Refer to our Passport and Visa Information page for additional details.
Application Process
The application deadlines for future study abroad programs at Berklee Valencia will be September 15 (for programs beginning in the spring semester) and March 15 (for programs beginning in the fall semester).
The Berklee Study Abroad application has two parts. Your application will be reviewed once both parts have been received by our team.
- Study Abroad Application Questionnaire
- Academic Review and Approval of Participation
To complete your application for study abroad, you should consult with an appropriate advisor to discuss the courses you plan to take and any other relevant aspects of your off-campus study plans. Please refer to the further instructions noted below.