Study in Avignon, France through Academic Studies Abroad
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Program Terms • Fall • Spring • Summer • Academic Year Program Participants • Undergraduate (College) Subject Areas • Archaeology • Art History • Culture • Economics • French Language • History - General • International Relations • Literature - General • Political Science/Politics		Quick Look • Location: Avignon - France • Host Institution: Le Centre d'Avignon at the Institute for American Universities • Language of Instruction: French • Academic Credit Available: Yes Overview Located where the Rhone and Durance Rivers meet in the southern region of Provence, Avignon is a walled city made up of a medieval labyrinth of squares and cobblestone streets. The city, made up of approximately 100,000 people, continues to fulfill its traditional role as a patron of the arts. Avignon is widely known for its two summer theatre festivals: the Festival d'Avignon, which is the largest theatrical celebration in Europe established in 1947, and the more experimental Festival OFF. Avignon is also famous for its Catholic history; it was once the "Rome away from Rome" during the 14th century when the medieval papacy relocated here for a brief period of time. The Palais des Papes, a formidable Gothic fortress still stands as evidence to Avignon's short time as home to the papacy. Other sites to see in Avignon are the remains of the 14th century ramparts and le pont d'Avignon, a famous river known for a French nursery rhyme. Students study at Le Center d'Avignon, which is housed in the remodeled 13th century Chapelle St. Antoine, in the heart of Avignon, close to the Papal Palace. Le Centre d'Avignon offers all of its courses in French within an entirely French-speaking environment. Class sizes are small, to allow advanced French speakers the best possible environment for French linguistic and cultural immersion. The ASA Avignon semester/academic year program offers customized internships for advanced students of French. These give students the chance to enrich their study abroad experience through actual work experience in the French business world. Internships are arranged for interested and qualified students with the help of faculty at Le Centre d’Avignon. Academic Credit Academic credit is available.  Students can earn up to 18 credits per semester and 6 credits during the summer session. Upon completion of the program, students receive an official transcript from the Institute for American Universities. For an additional fee students may obtain a transcript from a U.S. university. Eligibility Students must be at least 18 years of age and must have completed at least one semester of college. Students who have already graduated are eligible for this program. Must have an advanced level of French. Must have completed 4 semesters of college French (or equivalent) and have at least a 3.0 GPA in that field. Letter of recommendation must be from a French professor. Students must submit an Official Transcript along with 8 passport photos. Housing/Accommodation • Homestay / Host Family Program Costs Spring 2008: $13,930 Summer 2008: $5,335 Fall 2008: $14,735 Costs Include:  Academic credits, tuition, official transcript from the Institute for American Universities, cell phone, room and board including daily breakfast and 6 dinners per week, airport pick-up, medical insurance, ISIC card, excursions, pre-departure orientation guide, on-site orientation, and more. Financial Aid Yes. ASA will accept any type of financial aid, grants, scholarships, or loans that you receive to help pay for our programs. However, it is ultimately up to the aid provider to decide if they will allow you to use it to go abroad. For example, most colleges/universities will allow you to apply your federal grants or loans to go abroad, but not your scholarships or university grants. ASA also awards scholarships ranging from $250 - $1,250 every year. To be eligible for a scholarship, you must submit the Scholarship Application Form at the same time you apply for the program. The application form must be accompanied by a 1,000 word essay and a demonstration of financial need. Visit the ASA website for further details. Dates Spring Semester: Mid January - Early May Summer Session: Mid June - Late July Fall Semester: Early September - Mid December Deadlines Deadlines are posted on the ASA website. Contact 434 Massachusetts Ave Suite 501 Boston, MA 02118 USA Tel: 888-845-4272 Fax: 617-437-9390 Email Send Email Web Visit Website
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