Academic Solutions

About Academic Solutions

Academic Solutions is an independent provider of study abroad programs that acts as a link between sending universities, host universities, faculty and students. The company designs and runs tailored academic programs in three destinations: Barcelona (Spain), Arusha (Tanzania) and London (United Kingdom).

Experience and figures

• More than 25 years of experience in international education.
• More than 50 successful partnerships with U.S. and local partners.
• More than 5,000 students have participated in its programs since its foundation.

Destinations and programs

Its work is organized around three destinations. In Barcelona, the company draws on the city’s cultural, historical and architectural environment and its connection with Catalonia and the rest of Spain. In Arusha, it works with the United African Alliance Community Center to support experiential learning programs. In London, it uses the city’s historical and cultural heritage as a basis for academic and experiential learning. Programs vary in design and duration, always with a solid academic foundation.

Institutional and student support

Academic Solutions offers comprehensive support to partner institutions, from the first conversation to the final return of students. Its services include:

• Student support focused on individual needs throughout the programmeme.
• An inclusive approach designed to help each student feel welcome and valued.
• Legal and financial advice to comply with the accounting, legal and tax requirements of the destination.

Partners and recognition

The company collaborates with academic institutions in the United States, Spain, Tanzania and the United Kingdom. Among the testimonies collected are those of David Taylor, assistant dean of Wake Forest University; Lauren Ruszczyk, Director of Education Abroad at the University of Maryland; and Santiago Alias, former Director of Study Abroad at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. The latter highlights the cooperation with Academic Solutions services in Barcelona as a complement to the academic programs of the university.

Corporate profile

Academic Solutions describes itself as a small, diverse and independent organization, not controlled by investors, allowing it to focus on creating meaningful experiences rather than maximizing profit. Its team has experience in international education and maintains a student-centred approach.

Partner institutions can contact the company for current program designs, destinations and terms.