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Sponsor: IES Abroad

Location: Nantes, France

Description: 

The sixth largest city in France, Nantes is large enough to be a bustling cultural and economic center but small enough that IES Abroad Nantes is the only permanent US study abroad program there, offering students ample opportunity to practice their French and integrate into everyday French life as much as possible. Nantes is the perfect setting for those looking for serious integration into French language and culture; it is strongly recommended for students who are currently majoring or minoring in French, or those considering the option. Teaching internships are also available.

Terms: 

• Full Year
• Fall
• Winter/Spring

Requirements: 

• Full Year students must take one “regular” University course (taught in French for local university students) during Fall Quarter and two during Winter/Spring Quarters.
• Fall Quarter-only or Winter/Spring Quarters students must take one “regular” University course during their term abroad.
• Read Internships and Service Learning for specific information about earning credit for internships.

Languages: French

Language Requirements: 

2 years or the equivalent of college-level French

Recommended: The Northwestern Department of French and Italian recommends that students take at least two or three 200-level French courses at Northwestern before beginning the program.

Housing: 

Program Costs: 

• Tuition: $13,965
• Room & board: $5,595
• SAAF: $2,400
• Transportation: $1,350
• Books & supplies: $250
• Personal expenses: $1,815
• HTH: $138
• Required IES insurance: $200
• Visa & fees: $215
• Total estimated costs: $25,928