Study Abroad
TU in France - Le Centre d'Avignon (courses taught in French)
This program is designed for students with advanced French language skills who seek full integration into French daily life.
Avignon:
Le Centre D'Avignon is located in the heart of the medieval town of Avignon in the Provence region of France. Avignon is a walled city made up of a medieval labyrinth of squares and cobblestone streets. Home to approximately 100,000, residents, this beautiful city is renowned for its museums, art galleries, and festivals. Students in Avignon will find it easier to meet local residents and other university students than those studying in a large city and will be exposed to the traditional culture of this region of France.
Subjects Offered:
Courses are available in a wide variety of dicisiplines including art history, visual arts, political science, architecture, archaeology, literature, business, philosophy, poetry, theater studies and film. In addition to classes at the center, students may also audit at the Universite d'Avignon et des Pays du Vaucluse. Internships and volunteer opportunities in the local community are also available. All courses are taught in French.
Click here for the list of courses.
IAU has a formal agreement with l'Université d'Avignon under which a limited number of qualified students, either in the Fall and/or in the Spring semester may enroll in courses for credit under the supervision and with the approval of the Institute's Academic Director and the students home campus. The Center Director is available to counsel students on their choices. Click here for more information.
To view courses that past participants have completed on
this program, click
here.
TU students may receive Honors credit for their study abroad experience - click here for more information.
Program Dates:
Spring: January - April
Fall: September - December
Summer (6 week session): June - July
Housing: Students live with a local host family who provide daily breakfast and six evening meals per week.
Costs:*
Fall 2008:
$14,335
Spring 2009: $14,500
Summer 2009 (6 week session): $5,880
Cost includes tuition, room and board, program excursions, health
insurance, orientation. Additional costs include passport, visa
fees, airfare, personal spending money, and Study Abroad
Fee ($150 summer, $300 Fall/Spring). Students will be required
to pay for French state-mandated insurance upon arrival.
*The Towson University Study Abroad Office reserves the right to make any necessary changes including adjustments in cost in the event that unforeseen circumstances arise.
Click here for information about scholarships.
Application Process: Mimimum overall cumulative GPA requirement of 2.5 plus minimum cumulative GPA requirement of 3.0 in French courses. Students must have completed 4+ semesters of college level French (or its equivalent) to participate.
Submit the TU in France Application Form (PDF) to the TU Study Abroad Office by the deadline. Non-TU students should also complete a Non-degree enrollment form (PDF). $50 application fee (TU students) / $75 application fee (Non-TU students).
Application Deadlines:
Fall/Academic Year/Summer: March 15
Spring: October 1
Additional Information:
Avignon Tourist Information
IAU - Le Centre d'Avignon
Study Abroad Office
Administration Building, 2nd Floor
Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Phone: 410-704-2451
Fax: 410-704-4703
Email: studyabroad@towson.edu
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