The educational system of Spain is described, and guidelines concerning students who wish to study in U.S. institutions are provided. After describing primary and secondary education, attention is directed to vocational education, industrial or technical secondary schools, professional trade schools, university education, military education, and other special studies. Information is provided on college admission, student residences, and advanced courses and research. Studies in special schools include: music and speech, ecclesiastic studies, social work, labor, secretarial studies, arts, dramatic arts, graphic arts, hotel management, journalism, navigation and engines, primary school teacher education, public relations, commerce, foreign languages, journalism, medical technical assistants, physical education, public relations, statistics, summer programs for foreigners, courses in Spanish culture for foreigners, and Hispanic studies. Courses taken in the first, second, and third years of study for each program are identified. A list of Spanish public and private universities and their faculties is included. Placement recommendations for U.S. admissions officers are offered for each level and type of education. A glossary of Spanish educational terms is included. (SW)