While students may take all their course requirements at NYU in Madrid, in the spring semester students in good standing may opt to take an elective at the Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (UAM). One of the most prestigious universities in Spain, the UAM is located approximately 25 minutes by train from NYU in Madrid and boasts a modern, attractive campus.

Students who enroll in those courses are expected to have an excellent command of the language, and their course selection must be arranged and approved by the Director of Graduate Studies. As the spring semester at the UAM run from mid-February to the end of May, with final exams taking place in June any student considering taking a course at the UAM should not plan on leaving Madrid before June 30th.