Study Abroad
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.
Academic Information: The program combines fine arts, studio classes, seminars, liberal arts courses, intensive French language, extensive museum excursions and off-site study for artists at all levels. 15 U.S. credits (five courses) per semester / 6 U.S. credits (two courses) per summer. Summer participants may take an additional 3 credit course (for a total of 9 credits) which will be taught over a three week period during the regular summer program.
TU students may receive Honors College credit for their study abroad experience.
Program Dates:
Spring: January - May
Fall: September - December
Summer (options I and II): June - July
Housing: Students live with a local host family who provide daily breakfast and six evening meals per week.
Costs:*
Spring 2012: $16,450
Summer
Option I 2012: $6,810
Summer Option II 2012: $8,110
Fall 2012: $16,450
Spring 2013: $16,450
Cost includes academic credit, housing, daily breakfast and six evening meals per week, textbooks, program excursions, scheduled cultural activities, health insurance, orientation, and art supplies. Additional costs include all other meals, passport and visa fees, airfare, personal expenses, and the TU Study Abroad Fee ($150 summer, $300 Fall/Spring).
*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.
Eligibility: Must be a full-time undergraduate degree-seeking student with an overall GPA of 2.5. Sophomore/Junior/Senior status. No previous knowledge of the French language required.
Application Process: Fill out the application and submit it to the TU Study Abroad Office. $50 application fee. Non-TU students must also submit a completed Non-Degree Enrollment Application.
Application Deadlines:
Fall/Academic Year/Summer: March 15
Spring: October 15
Additional Information:
IAU
- Marchutz School of Art
Aix-en-Provence Tourist Information
Study Abroad Office
Administration Building, 2nd Floor
Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Phone: 410-704-2451
Fax: 410-704-4703
Email: studyabroad@towson.edu
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