Program Overview

The Pilgrimage to Santiago is a four-week course in Spain. The French way of St. James is a museum of over 800k, where over a thousand years, pilgrims have hiked to what is thought the remains of St. James (one of the sons of Zebedee) in Santiago de Compostela. Santiago is credited with bringing the Gospel to Spain and the course will be a combination of the history of Spain, the history of the Camino de Santiago, art history, and travel as a Spiritual transformation. Students will walk the last 120k in the northern part of Spain over 10 days and will ultimately reach their destination in Santiago de Compostela where they will receive their "pilgrim" certificate.

Program offering is subject to internal approval, minimum enrollment, and ongoing evaluation of local conditions, including enhanced health and safety reviews.

Course Offerings

All students earn a total of 6 credit hours by taking the required spring and summer courses; the courses offered meet requirements for the Spanish major and minor. 

Required linear quad Spring Semester Course:

Required Summer Course:

Program Fees

The estimated program fee includes 4 credit hours of tuition (required summer course only), group land transport in Spain, lodging, meals during the first week of travel, and light breakfast and dinner while walking the Camino. 

Estimated Additional Expenses: Students will be responsible for the cost of international airfare, lunches/snacks while walking the Camino, and any personal expenses and souvenirs. We recommend that students budget approximately $450.00 - $650.00 for meals and personal expenses/souvenirs. In addition, students will need to purchase all required gear for hiking the Camino (estimated minimum expense of $500.00.) 

ExpenseEstimate
International airfare $1,000.00
Lunches on the Camino, personal expenses $450.00
Hiking gear $500.00

Learn More

If you have questions or would like to know more about the program, please contact Professor Sharenda Barlar for further information.

How to Apply

To apply, visit GoGlobal, Wheaton College's registration system for off-campus study and international travel, research, and internships.