Arcadia University: Summer Study Abroad in Paris

  France

• Paris: 
Paris

Term: Summer 

Description: If you're looking to spend a summer studying French language and European Politics in one of the world's most dynamic and enchanting cities, Intensive French and Politics is the right program for you.

Academic Program
The four-week Paris experience offers qualified students a unique interdisciplinary curriculum through which they will study French language (at a level appropriate for them) as well as European and French international relations, politics, and government.This opportunity is based at the American Graduate School of International Relations and Diplomacy (AGSIRD) in Paris. The program integrates the highly-effective language instruction methods of the Alliance Française with intensive classroom and field experiences provided by AGSIRD. Students can expect to earn three semester hours of credit in French language and three in political science, for a total of six semester hours of credit awarded upon successful program completion.

Credits and Grades
You will earn six semester hours of credit, three in French language and three in political science.

Admission Requirements
GPA Requirements: 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

You must be in good academic standing and not on disciplinary probation. You need to submit a complete application including a transcript, letter of recommendation, and an advisor's form before your application will be considered.

Highlights: Your mornings in Paris will be devoted to the study of French at the Alliance Française, and you will have the opportunity to place in the level of language instruction appropriate to your skills and background prior to your arrival, via an on-line assessment. Once enrolled at the Alliance Française, you will be able to interact with fellow students of the French language from all over the world.

Afternoon instruction will take place at AGSIRD, and will consist of three-hour seminars which will provide the tools for a comprehensive understanding of French and European governmental institutions, diplomacy, and foreign policy. The program offers a significant field component which takes full advantage of the School's central Paris location, allowing you to participate in a series of field trips and guided tours. These theme-based experiences will reinforce and enhance your classroom knowledge, and provide an opportunity for you to practice your language skills.

Scholarships Available for Summer Study Abroad in France
Special scholarships are available for summer study abroad in France, thanks to the generosity of Marie-Louise Vermeiren Jackson, a member of Arcadia Universitys Board of Trustees. These funds are specifically directed toward undergraduate students participating in this new summer program at Arcadias affiliated campus in Paris.

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

The College of Global Studies at Arcadia University's Mission Statement: The College of Global Studies at Arcadia University advances the University's mission to prepare students for life in a rapidly changing global society. Because international learning is an essential component of an effective undergraduate education, Arcadia is committed to providing high-quality, academically sound and experientially rich study abroad programs and support services to a wide range of students and institutions. Aspects of this mission have existed throughout the history of The College of Global Studies at Arcadia University and today the mission is at the core of everything we do. One of the ways we apply it to our programs is through the Arcadia Commitment.