About
OLSA International is a Spanish and English language school near the Atanasio Girardot Stadium, with its campus on Calle 49B in Estadio. Its teaching leans on speaking: conversational, private and certified Spanish courses, plus immersion packages that add lodging, meals and excursions around the city. The school is certified by Medellín's Secretary of Education and says its certified courses qualify for a Colombian student visa. Students also meet at The Garage, the restaurant and bar on campus, and at free language exchanges on Wednesday and Friday nights.
Highlights
- Conversational, private and certified Spanish courses, with certified levels from A1 to B2
- Certified courses that qualify for a Colombian student visa, according to the school
- Transferable US university credit through an alliance with Westminster University in Utah
- Free language exchanges on Wednesday and Friday nights
- The Garage, a restaurant and bar on campus
Getting there
By Car
The school publishes no parking information.
By Public Transport
The nearest Metro station is Floresta on Line B, about 650 m west of the school in a straight line. Estadio station, also on Line B, is about 900 m to the south-east.
By Taxi / Rideshare
Give the driver the address, Calle 49B #76A-5 in Estadio, near the Atanasio Girardot Stadium.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can OLSA International help with a Colombian student visa?
The school says its certified Spanish courses qualify for the Colombian student visa and that it is licensed to sponsor student visas. It is inspected and certified by the Secretary of Education of Medellín, with operating license 201950072145 and program license 201950077394.
What kinds of Spanish classes does it offer?
Conversational Spanish group classes, private one-to-one classes, certified courses from A1 to B2, a longer study-abroad program, and immersion packages that include lodging, excursions and meals.
Can the courses count toward a US degree?
Yes, according to the school: through an alliance with Westminster University in Salt Lake City, Utah, its certified Spanish courses can earn transferable US university credit.
When is the school open?
Its Google listing gives Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 19:00.
How do I enrol?
Through the contact form on the school's website, after which a member of staff gets in touch. The school also lists +57 311 394 0669 and info@olsainternational.edu.co.
