Note: This article was edited on August 26, 2025 to reflect updated information for 2025-26.
Are you ready to take your students’ language learning to new heights? With AATSP Exams’ partnership with Xperitas, an exciting opportunity awaits teachers who register their students for the National Spanish Exam (NSE) and plan a 2026 Spanish immersion program. This unique collaboration is designed to enhance Spanish language education with unforgettable cultural experiences—plus, it offers an exclusive $100 discount for each student participating in an Xperitas adventure!
Why Take Advantage of the Xperitas Partnership?
The journey of mastering a language is enriched by experiencing its culture firsthand. Xperitas immersion programs do just that—offering your students an opportunity to connect, interact, and grow within Spanish-speaking communities. Paired with the motivational boost of the National Spanish Exam (NSE), students gain an unparalleled depth of learning through cultural and linguistic exploration.
How the Program Works
For teachers who coordinate NSE participation and schedule an Xperitas immersion trip for 2026, each student attending the program unlocks a $100 discount. This significant offer applies when a teacher registers 25 or more students for the 2025-26 NSE. Here’s what makes this opportunity even more special:
- Flexibility and Savings: The discount is applied to each student’s program price and can be combined with Xperitas’ Early Bird discount and other fundraising activities. This way, your students can benefit from multiple avenues of support. Note: a maximum of two discounts are available per student (i.e. Early Bird and NSE discounts)
- Skill Building and Cultural Growth: Through both the NSE and Xperitas programs, your students can put their Spanish skills into practice, gain greater proficiency, and build a deeper understanding of Spanish-speaking cultures.
- Motivation and Achievement: Participating in the NSE not only helps students showcase their Spanish skills but also rewards their hard work with a meaningful travel experience.
Program Requirements
To qualify for the Xperitas discount, here’s what teachers need to know:
- Register 25+ Students for NSE: Teachers need to register a minimum of 25 students for the 2025-26 National Spanish Exam to qualify for the discount.
- Plan Your Xperitas Immersion Trip: Following the NSE, organize an Xperitas immersion program in 2026 for a seamless blend of classroom learning and real-world application.
This exclusive partnership combines academic achievement and hands-on learning to support your students’ language journey—on and off campus!
Important Dates
| Regular Registration | Cost | LATE Registration | LATE Registration Cost | Exam Administration Window | LAST MINUTE Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Spanish Exam (NSE) | October 16, 2025 – January 31, 2026 | $5.00 | February 1 – 22, 2026 | $7.00 | February 23 – April 3, 2026 | $9.00 |
| National Spanish Challenge (NSC) | October 16, 2025 – January 31, 2026 | $5.00 | February 1 – 22, 2026 | $7.00 | February 23 – April 3, 2026 | $9.00 |
| National Portuguese Exam (NPE) | October 16, 2025 – January 31, 2026 | $5.00 | February 1 – 22, 2026 | $7.00 | February 23 – April 3, 2026 | $9.00 |
| National Spanish Assessment (NSA) | August 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026 | $4.00 |
Xperitas Immersion Program: 2026 (custom dates available based on program choice). Please submit your proof of registration to your Xperitas Program Manager. For spring programs, early registration is encouraged to ensure the NSE discount can be applied ahead of students’ final payment deadline in January.
Ready to Start Planning?
We encourage all AATSP members to explore the Spanish Immersion programs offered by Xperitas. Whether you’re dreaming of Spain, Costa Rica, Puerto Rico—or a multi-country experience—Xperitas offers fully customizable itineraries to fit your students’ needs and curriculum goals.
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Let’s bring language to life- together, and make sure your students sign up for your very own Xperitas language immersion trip by the program deadline of October 15th !
