Description

IAU's founding philosophy is rooted in its passion for opening French language study to all students and its programs are designed for all majors and all levels of French proficiency. To make this possible, The Aix Center offers liberal arts courses taught in both French and English. The Aix Center's academics compliment students homestay experiences and excursions, allowing for first-hand interaction with French customs, traditions and culture.

Academic focus: Archeology, art history, fine/studio arts, French language and literature, international affairs, international business, literature, political science and government, social sciences.

Highlights

The Chapelle des Pénitents Bleus is a beautiful and grand structure which The Aix College is proud to call home. As the hub of all IAU activity, the Chapelle is where students come to attend lectures in the numerous classrooms and lecture hall, to study in the library or the student lounge, both equipped with Wi-Fi, to utilize reading rooms, to collect their snail-mail from home or to meet with IAU faculty and staff.

Secondary classroom locations are found a short walk from the Chapelle in the presbytery next to the historic Cathédrale Saint-Sauveur. Additionally, IAU has office space and a computer lounge for student use in a renovated townhouse situated near the Chapelle with a magnificent view of Saint-Sauveur. The location of The Aix College is ideal, with food, shopping and entertainment all within walking distance. There is no shortage of things to do in and near The Aix College.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Minimum Education

High School

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

13,080

Program Fees Include:

-tuition
-housing
-seven breakfasts and six evening meals per week
-orientation
-textbooks
-health and repatriation insurance
-excursions and scheduled cultural activities

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

American and Canadian Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently

Scholarships are Available

IAU offers a USD1,000 scholarship to qualified students who enroll at IAU for a full academic year. In order to determine eligibility, students must contact the U.S. Office.

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Transcript
• Written Application
• Other

IAU France - Aix-en-Provence's Mission Statement

The Institute for American Universities (IAU) is a study abroad program located in Aix-en-Provence, France, for undergraduates attending American colleges. Courses are offered in the humanities, social sciences and fine arts in both English and French. Three programs are available In Aix-en-Provence including The Aix Center of Humanities & Social Sciences, The French Honors Program and The Marchutz School of Art. Students participate in a home-stay with a French host where they learn about the people, culture and language of Provence. Excursions to local points of historical and cultural significance are also included. IAU's newest program, The J-Term Traveling Seminar, is also available to students. In the context of Provence's rich Mediterranean heritage, IAU delivers the highest quality curriculum for students with any level of French proficiency.

Year Founded

1958