First Year GO
Elevate your college experience with First Year GO
![seville-tower Torre del Oro - a dodecagonal military watchtower in Seville, southern Spain.](https://international.calpoly.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/seville-tower.png)
Expand Your Horizons
Imagine kickstarting your Cal Poly career in Seville in the heart of Andalusia, Spain. Launching spring 2025, the First Year GO (Global Opportunities) program is exclusively designed for those eager to immerse in intercultural exchange beginning in the spring of their freshman year – all while staying on track for degree progress.
See Yourself in Seville
![alcazar-seville-interior Alcázar of Seville, officially called Royal Alcázar of Seville - a historic royal palace in Seville, Spain.](https://international.calpoly.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/alcazar-seville-interior.png)
![flamenco-guitarist An impassioned woman strums a flamenco guitar, her fingers dancing over the strings, amidst the cobblestone streets of Seville, Spain, embodying the spirit of Andalusian music.](https://international.calpoly.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/flamenco-guitarist.png)
GO Global
Enhance Your Experience
This unique opportunity will add unparalleled value to your first-year experience, fostering personal and academic growth that not only complements your on-campus learning but sets you firmly on the path toward graduation with a global perspective that is highly sought after by employers.
![CareerFair Alcázar of Seville, officially called Royal Alcázar of Seville - a historic royal palace in Seville, Spain.](https://international.calpoly.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/20191002-CareerFair-JoeJ0681.jpg)
Your First Year Abroad: Adventure Awaits
![flamenco-dancer A vibrant flamenco dancer in a flowing blue dress whirls and twirls on sun-drenched steps in Seville, Spain, epitomizing the grace and passion of traditional Andalusian dance.](https://international.calpoly.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/flamenco-dancer.png)
Cultivate Global Perspectives
Immerse In Interdisciplinary Learning
Foster Community
Develop Leadership and Cultural Humility
Designed for Your Success
Cal Poly and its partner CEA CAPA Education Abroad work together to ensure a comprehensive onsite support system with 360-degree student advising, health, counseling, and other resources for a seamless, successful, and enriching first-year experience abroad.
![alcazar-seville Alcázar of Seville, officially called Royal Alcázar of Seville - a historic royal palace in Seville, Spain.](https://international.calpoly.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/alcazar-seville.png)
Health and Safety
- Orientations and Wellness Planning
- Continuous Onsite Support
- 24/7 Emergency Assistance
- Comprehensive International Insurance
![seville-spain-dress-alleyway An inviting alleyway in Seville, Spain, lined with charming shops. A colorful dress is displayed on a hanger, adding a touch of vibrancy to the scene.](https://international.calpoly.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/seville-spain-dress-alleyway.png)
Program Inclusions
- Detailed Pre-departure Guidance
- Welcome Week and Farewell Celebrations
- Access to CEA CAPA Study Center
- Engaging Cultural Activities and Excursions
- Comfortable, Convenient Housing in Student Residences
![seville-cathedral-aerial-view-sunrise An aerial view of Seville Cathedral at sunrise, with soft golden light illuminating its intricate architecture and surrounding rooftops, casting long shadows across the cityscape.](https://international.calpoly.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/seville-cathedral-aerial-view-sunrise.png)
Academic Insights
- Spring Quarter 2025: March–June.
- Courses tailored for GE and major requirements for OCOB and CLA students
- Experiential learning with local cultural immersion
- Seamless Credit Transfer to Cal Poly