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TU in France - Marchutz School of Art (courses taught in English)

The Marchutz School of Art is a studio art school with an interdisciplinary and holistic approach to art education. The mission of the Marchutz School is threefold: to enhance awareness of the relationship between perception and imagination, to develop historical and critical perspectives, and, above all, to develop the student's capacity to see. Students at Marchutz look around them as well as within themselves until their artistic expression springs from a union of sight and insight.

Aix-en-Provence:
Voted by the French as "the most desirable French town in which to live," Aix-en-Provence is referred to as the 'city of a thousand fountains' characterized by cobblestone streets and beautiful old buildings. The city is located just 15 miles north of Marseille in the Provence region of France and has inspired many great writers and painters including Paul Cézanne. Though small, Aix is a bustling town rich in history and local tradition yet equipped with all the modern facilities of a larger city.

Subjects Offered:
The program combines studio classes, seminars, liberal arts courses, extensive museum excursions and off-site study for artists at all levels.

Click here for the list of courses.

TU students may receive Honors credit for their study abroad experience - click here for more information.

Program Dates:
Spring: January - May
Fall: September - December
Summer: June - July

Housing: Students live with a local host family who provide daily breakfast and six evening meals per week.

Costs:*
Fall 2008: $15,155
Spring 2009: $15,300
Summer 2009: $6,120

Cost includes tuition, room and board, program excursions, health insurance, orientation, and art supplies. Additional costs include passport, visa fees, airfare, personal spending money, and Study Abroad Fee ($150 for summer, $300 for Fall or 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 cumulative GPA requirement of 2.5. Students must have completed one full year of college level studies to participate. No previous knowledge of the French language is required.

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:
IAU - Marchutz School of Art
Aix-en-Provence Tourist Information

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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