Institute for American Universities (IAU): The School of Humanities & Social Sciences, Aix-en-Provence, France
- Location(s): Aix-en-Provence, France
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad, Intensive Language
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Institute for American Universities (IAU) has been providing high quality study abroad opportunities for U.S. college and university students for over 52 years. It remains one of the oldest and largest education abroad sites in Europe as it provid... read more
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cultural and language experience, travel. it was definitely worthwhile. anika a - Tufts University View Entire Review
I learned many things outside of the university. I learned about the French culture, I traveled to other cities in France, and I had great food. The class offered at IAU need improvement. The classes felt like a waste of time, and most of them weren't very interesting. A student - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
It has been almost 6 months since I returned from Aix, and I still think about it on a daily basis!! Studying abroad in Aix through IAU was definitely the best decision I have ever made. I saw so many incredible cities in Europe, but was always happy to return to Aix at the end of each trip. It is a beautiful city, has great peo... Sarah S - Clemson University View Entire Review
Absolutely worth while! I gained lifelong friendships with my host family, and with my fellow American students. Graham H - Ithaca College View Entire Review
This summer greatly increased my speaking and comprehension abilities, and deepened my love of the French language and culture. More than ever, I am determined to return to live long-term in Southern France. A student - Truman State University View Entire Review
I feel like I have grown more confident in myself from this experience. I also feel like I am more connected to the world. A student - Truman State University View Entire Review
100 percent worthwhile. I would recommend it to everyone A student - Saint Bonaventure University View Entire Review
. Amos K - Bryant University View Entire Review
My experience was absolutely worthwhile. I loved the people I met there from different parts of the country, and I loved my host family. Rebecca G - Bryant University View Entire Review
Yes! I got a lot of great research and language skills! I will visit IAU Aix in the future and the French friends I made there are coming to visit me here! Lauren S - Towson University View Entire Review
I believe that my study abroad experience was invaluable to my growth as a person as well as a student. If another opportunity to study abroad presents itself to me, I would take it in a heartbeat. Catherine W - University of Hartford View Entire Review
I made fantastic long-term friends during my time abroad, I learned a lot about cultural differences between America and France and Europe in general. In addition, I fell in love with the language and culture of France. It has motivated me to continue learning the language and I will try to go back as soon as possible! Peter H - Truman State University View Entire Review
Yes! I gained so much from this experience. I feel confident about my French skills. I have made friends from all over the U.S. and France. Audrey E - Longwood University View Entire Review
I learned SO much French. It was absolutely worth everything. Arryn Z - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
It was definitely worthwhile, I was able to learn about myself as well as others who were very different from me. Trying new cuisines that I may not have tried back in the states, and experiencing situations I would not have been able to back home. This experience has allowed me to continue to keep an open mind, and forever plan... A student - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
I feel like I truly grew up during my experience abroad. You learn who you are as a person, apart from the influence of close friends and family, and what you're capable of achieving completely on your own. Studying abroad is the most important thing I've done so far in my life. I would do it again in a heartbeat. Sarah H - Ithaca College View Entire Review
It was definitely worthwhile - I was able to experience firsthand the cultural aspects of France I've only read in textbooks or articles. A student - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
It was amazingly worthwhile. Raine C - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
It was certainly worthwhile. I learned a lot about French culture, French language, and my own ability to adapt to a new situation. A student - Truman State University View Entire Review
I feel like a totally different person, you see the world outside of your comfort zone and become so much more knowledgeable and respectful of other cultures. I encourage every single person to study abroad while they have this opportunity. If you go during a semester, you forgo your expenses at your home university and it makes... Shelby S - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
Studying abroad has definitely made me want to pursue international opportunities in my future career. Jessalyn G - Bryant University View Entire Review
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YES Kalok L - Ithaca College View Entire Review
Yes, very much so. I went because I wanted to learn the language better and I did. Janette M - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
It was worthwhile. I had a wonderful experience. I learned about a different culture, which was much different than I had originally expected. Molly B - SUNY Purchase View Entire Review
About
The School of Humanities and Social Sciences, located in the beautiful old section of Aix-en-Provence, once a medieval village, is the only study abroad center in the region that offers classes in both French and English. The Aix Center prides itself on the diversity of its course offerings in both languages, which enables students with strong French language ability and those with not so strong language ability to gain access to a study abroad experience. The multiple course offerings allow students to fulfill many of their general education requirements and complete major and minor requirements linked to areas in the humanities, social sciences, education, and the arts. Students find courses in subject areas such as psychology, political science, comparative literature, art history, studio art, business, economics, philosophy, education, history, archaeology, civilization, theatre, government and French language from beginning to advanced levels. In addition, students who have an advanced level of French proficiency (at least the equivalent of 4 college semesters of the French language) are eligible to take and transfer credits from the University of Aix-Marseille.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadIntensive Language
Program Length(s):
- Fall
- Summer
- Spring
- Academic Year
- January Term
Instruction Language(s):
- French
- English
Language Requirement(s):
- French
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Environmental Studies
- Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
- French Language, Literature
- Creative Writing
- Literature
- Liberal Arts, General Studies
- Peace Studies, Conflict Resolution
- Cultural Studies
- Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Psychology
- Social Sciences
- International Relations
- Political Science and Government
- Fine Arts, Studio Arts
- Business
- History
- Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Minimum GPA:
2.5Year Founded:
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Direct Enrollment/Exchange Scholarships
IAU offers two merit-based scholarships per semester and one per summer to students majoring in political science, international relations or global studies. Students applying for this scholarship should have a 3.0 GPA or higher. Selected recipients receive up to $2,000 each semester. Summer recipients receive up to $1,000.
Up to $2,000
IAU offers a $1,000 grant in honor of Dr. Herbert Maza, co-founder and first President of IAU, to qualified students who enroll for an academic year (two full semesters). The $1,000 scholarship will be applied against the student’s spring semester invoice. Depending on the billing arrangement IAU has with the student’s home institution, IAU will either credit the student’s spring semester invoice or provide the student with a check for $1,000 on-site. All students who spend a semester in Aix and maintain a 3.0 IAU GPA after their first semester will automatically qualify to receive the grant.
Up to $1,000
This is a merit-based scholarship available to students with outstanding academic achievement. Students applying for this scholarship should have a 3.0 GPA or higher. Selected recipients receive up to $2,500 each semester. Summer recipients receive up to $1,500.
Up to $2,500
IAU College’s Presidential Scholarship is awarded to students with exceptional academic ability who also have demonstrated outstanding out-of-classroom and co-curricular involvement and leadership. Students applying for this scholarship should have a 3.5 GPA or higher. Selected recipients receive up to $5,000 each semester. Summer recipients receive up to $2,500.
Up to $5,000
In honor of Amos Booth, esteemed teacher, director, and second President of IAU College, IAU offers a merit-based scholarship to eligible semester students who have been accepted into the French Honors Program. Students applying for this scholarship should have a 3.5 GPA or higher. Selected recipients receive up to $1,500 each semester. Summer recipients receive up to $500.
Up to $1,500
IAU College’s Diversity Scholarship recognizes the academic achievement and potential of students who, through sharing their varied cultural perspectives, will enhance the education of all IAU students and the excellence of IAU College. Open to students who have been traditionally under-represented on study abroad programs. This group includes, but is not limited to, students identifying by a certain race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, age, national origin or ancestry, ethnic origin or veteran status. It would also include first generation college students, students from low income families, and students with a history of overcoming adversity. Selected recipients receive up to $2,000 each semester. Summer recipients receive up to $1,000.
Up to $2,000
