Selectivity PAU
University entrance exam course in Madrid
At the Luis Vives Study Center, we help you prepare for the University Entrance Exams (PAU) with a course specifically designed for the test. Our goal is for you to arrive at the exams with a firm grasp of the material, the ability to solve problems, and enough practice to manage your time and nerves. To adapt to any situation, we offer three formats: a full-year course , an intensive course , and a super-intensive course , depending on your schedule and starting point. Choose the best option for you and prepare for the University Entrance Exams with us.
Types of programs
Annual
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From September to May
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Group classes by subject
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Mock exams
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Exclusive paper books
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24/7 Online Campus
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LV EduAssist Consulting
Intensive
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From January to May
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Group classes by subject
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Mock exams
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Exclusive paper books
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24/7 Online Campus
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LV EduAssist Consulting
Superintensive
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The entire month of May
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Group classes by subject
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Based on PAU models
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afternoon hours
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Mock exams
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Review and resolution of doubts
All the information about the PAU Selectividad
If you want to enter university in Spain, the Selectividad (University Entrance Exam) is the test you must prepare for if you have passed the Spanish Baccalaureate . It is also the route for those entering from Higher Level Vocational Training (FP de Grado Superior ).
Test Structure
With a high school diploma , you can take only the compulsory phase (4 subjects) or add the optional phase (2 subjects), up to a maximum of 6 subjects . The number of subjects you choose will depend on the grade you need for the university degree you want.
With a Higher Level Vocational Training qualification , you can access the university entrance exams with your existing qualification or, if your score isn't high enough, improve it by taking the specific phase exams. You can take exams in up to 4 subjects , and the 2 best scores count.
It includes the subjects that all students must take:
- Spanish Language and Literature.
- History of Spain or History of Philosophy.
- Foreign language: English, French, German, Portuguese or Italian.
- A core subject according to the type of Baccalaureate taken: Mathematics II, Mathematics CCSS, Latin or Artistic Drawing.
Here you can take exams in up to four subjects, depending on the degree you wish to enter. At the Luis Vives Study Center, we recommend taking two. Some of the subjects that can improve your grade are:
- Physical.
- Technical drawing.
- Biology.
- Chemical.
- Geography.
- Company and Design of Business Models.
- History of art.
- Technology and Engineering.
University Entrance Exam Dates
The tests are offered twice a year:
- June (regular session)
- July (extraordinary session)
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open documentAdvantages of preparing for the university entrance exams at Luis Vives
Prepare for the university entrance exams in any format. We even offer hybrid courses: switch between both formats when you need to.
More than 25 years preparing thousands of students for University Entrance Exams.
You will receive textbooks in paper or PDF format and access to an exclusive Virtual Campus.
We don't sell generic courses. We analyze each profile on a case-by-case basis and guide you according to your circumstances and goals.
The entire course is designed so that when you get to the university entrance exam (PAU) you will have practiced similar questions.
What do they say about us?
EXCELLENT
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Sofia Rivero16/09/2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Excellent experience with the Luis Vives Center! I prepared for the PCE exams with them, and thanks to their help, I was able to pass. From the very beginning, they explained in detail how I should proceed to get the best possible score and get into my chosen university. Both the coordinators and the teachers provided great support throughout the preparation, always very willing to answer my questions and help me with anything I needed. I highly recommend them to all international students who want to get into a Spanish university! Thank you so much for everything. ❤️Published on Google![]()
Rebeca Melero Ortiz06/09/2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I completed the 2025-2026 academic year at the Luis Vives Academy in Madrid, and I am incredibly grateful for all the support and help I received. Thanks to the hard work, patience, and dedication of the teachers, I was able to get into the degree program I wanted. I especially want to thank all the teachers who guided me through this process and made it so much easier. I have wonderful memories of the academy and, above all, immense gratitude. I would definitely recommend Luis Vives to anyone preparing for the university entrance exams or other exams.Published on Google![]()
Zeynep Sude Acar10/07/2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Luis Vives'de yaklasik 1 yıl boyunca eğitim aldım. 5 ayda sevgili Patricia ile b2 seviyesini bitirdik, SIELE sinavına girdim ve b2 ile geçtim! Sonrasında PCE sinavlari icin derslere girmeye basladim ve tam olarak bugün istedigim universiteye yerlestim. Luis Vives'i tercih ettigim icin cok memnunum, ogretmenleri ve egitimi ile herkesin tercih edip mutlu ayrilacagi bir okul.Published on Google![]()
Manuel Araujo10/07/2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I want to express my deepest gratitude to the Luis Vives Academy for their invaluable support throughout my academic preparation. As a student from Venezuela, I faced the challenge of preparing for the UNED entrance exams to gain admission to university in Spain. Thanks to their methodology, dedicated teachers, and high-quality resources, I successfully passed the exams and secured my place. Their structured approach and personalized attention were fundamental to achieving my goals, adapting to my specific needs. Their dedication makes a real difference, giving us the confidence to take this important step. Words cannot express my gratitude for all their support. Thank you for everything!Published on Google![]()
Aymane Jalib01/07/2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I prepared for my UNEDasiss PCE exam at the Luis Vives Academy and I couldn't be more satisfied with the experience. It's been an impeccable year. The teachers explain everything in great detail and know how to tailor the classes to the content that actually appears on the exams, while still providing comprehensive preparation. Furthermore, they manage to maintain the perfect balance between the seriousness required for preparing for these exams and a friendly, pleasant, and motivating learning environment. I especially want to thank Juan and Víctor, who have always been available to answer any questions and help all the students. Thanks to their support and the work we've done together, I've achieved the grade I needed to get into the degree program I wanted to study. What I value most is that, even after the results were published, they continue to keep in touch and guide me toward my ultimate goal. That commitment speaks volumes about their human and professional qualities. In short, a top-notch service and exceptional customer service. I wholeheartedly recommend this academy to anyone who wants to prepare for the UNEDasiss PCE exam with confidence.Published on Google![]()
Daniel Roura25/06/2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We took the Plus online course to prepare for the June PCE exams and the results were excellent; the content was good and very well explained by the teachers.Published on Google![]()
Elena García-Belenguer24/06/2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Fantastic! Great results achieved in PCE thanks to this academy. I can say that all the staff are incredibly dedicated and their help has been key to our success. Thank you!

