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Program Overview

Looking for a study abroad opportunity? Sign up for the Education in France program offered by the University of Minnesota. You will live and study in Montpellier, an emerging center of education and culture in France.

Home to around 100,000 university students, Montpellier is a young and dynamic city with easy access to the Mediterranean and the surrounding natural environment. All these aspects offer countless opportunities for exploration.

Based at the University of Montpellier, this program is designed in conjunction with the University of Minnesota's College of Education and Human Development. It meets major requirements for students specializing in Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, and Special Education.

Courses aimed specifically at US education students are taught in English and adhere to required Minnesota state standards. It awards 15–17 credits per semester.

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Program Highlights

Take education courses offered exclusively to program participants.
Develop teaching skills such as classroom management, creating lesson plans, teaching English as a second language, and working with students of different cultural backgrounds.
Discover the unique character of southern France through three excursions offered each term.
Meet and socialize with French students through activities organized by the program’s social and administrative assistants.
Integrate into university life by participating in local clubs that offer activities such as skiing, hiking, and photography.

What's Included

Tuition & Fees
Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Academic Credit

Program Details

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Locations

  • Montpellier, France

Fields & Subjects

  • Communications
  • Education
  • French
  • Psychology
  • Literature
  • English

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • Year Round
  • Terms Available
  • Fall
  • Spring

Eligible Nationalities

  • American

Education Levels & Language

  • Education
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)
  • University Senior (4th Year)
  • University 5th Year or More

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Dormitory
  • Home-stays

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Age Requirement

18-35

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