European Union Studies
Language Requirements
No language requirement; non-language classes and materials are all in English. However, students will be required to attend French language classes. Three to four levels of French are offered, depending on demand.
After completing this program, students must take the online French placement test before continuing their studies in French at NU: http://placement-test.mmlc.northwestern.edu/
You can take this test anywhere you have an Internet connection. After taking the test, you will receive a recommended course placement. You may not place yourself.
Academic Specialties
Political Science, Economics, International Studies, International Law, French languageCourse Type
Program courses take place at the Sciences Po in Paris. This is a Northwestern program with a set curriculum; therefore, students must enroll in the courses listed below. European Union Studies participants will receive letter grades on their NU transcript, and the grades are factored into their Northwestern GPA.
Required Courses:
- POLI SCI 366-SA The Dynamics of Law-Making in the European Union (1 credit)
- POLI SCI 365-SA Decision Making in the European Union (1 credit)
- POLI SCI 364-SA France and the European Union (1 credit)
- POLI SCI 363-SA The Political Economy of the European Union (1 credit)
- FRENCH 199 or 299-SA French Language (2 credits)
Click here for short course descriptions.
Housing
Students may choose between a homestay with a Parisian family or a traditional dormitory style housing. Homestays are arranged by ATOME, a private company that has been arranging homestays with IPD for several years. Dormitory housing is offered through St. John University's Paris dorm building.Program Costs
Fall 2011 Program Fee: Please refer to the IPD program website for Fall 2011 cost information.
Fall 2010 Program Fee: $16,000
- The program fee includes tuition, lodging and 12 meals per week.
- Students should budget approximately $7,240 for out-of-pocket expenses for additional meals, books, transportation, excursions, personal and visa expenses.
- Students participating in the European Union Studies program are exempt from the Study Abroad Adminstrative Fee.
Approximate Program Size
15-20 studentsApplication Requirements
- Download the Northwestern University Application for Permission to Study Abroad.
- Call the IPD office at 847-467-6953 to set up an interview with the IPD study abroad coordinator, and specify which program(s) you are interested in. These interview sessions are intended for students who are ready to apply and are an opportunity to learn more about the program and ask questions. Group interview sessions are held regularly at the IPD office, and you are encouraged to call and reserve a place in a timely manner. Non-Northwestern students and off-campus students may arrange for interviews via phone.
- Complete the Northwestern University Application for Permission to Study Abroad and submit it to the Study Abroad Office by January 28, 2011 (early deadline) or March 1, 2011 (regular deadline, if space is available).
- Submit the following to the IPD office by January 28, 2011 (early deadline) or March 1, 2011 (regular deadline, if space is available):
- Completed IPD Application
- 4 official passport photos
- A copy of your passport. Make sure your passport is valid through June of the following year. If you are planning to apply to this program and you do not yet have a passport (or need to renew your current passport), you should begin this process as soon as possible so that it is completed by the time of application. The processing time for a passport application is approximately 6-8 weeks. For more information on how to apply for or renew a passport, please visit the State Department’s passport web site.
