Arles Summer website  (map)

Sponsor: IES Abroad

Location: Arles, France

Description: 

Administered by IES Abroad and originally developed by Northwestern's Department of French, the IES Abroad Arles program links French-taught coursework to field study and cultural excursions throughout Provence. In a city famous for its Roman theatre and arena, and its association with van Gogh, Gauguin, Cézanne, and Picasso, students attend cultural lunches with faculty and staff in local restaurants. Mandatory homestays facilitate cultural integration and enhance linguistic skills.

Terms: 

• Summer

Term Notes: Mid-June to late July

Requirements: 

Admission Info:

To apply, Northwestern students must:

1. Complete a Northwestern Summer Study Abroad Application by March 1.
2. Complete an IES Abroad application by April 15th.

Languages: French

Language Requirements: 

2 years or the equivalent of college-level French

Housing: 

Home stays

Program Costs: 

Summer 2012

• Tuition: $5,445
• SAAF: $795

Note: Students will be billed directly by IES for other costs, such as homestay housing with French families, partial board, group excursions (including transportation and lodging), on-site orientation, and health insurance. Program fees do not include additional meals, personal travel, spending money, required cell phone costs, or transportation to/from Arles.

See the IES Abroad Arles website for the most up to date information on program costs.