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Study Abroad in France
Summer B 2008 June 30th - July 26th
 Parlez-vous français? Would you like to? Join us in Summer B, 2008 for a chance to learn and practice your French language skills, not just in a classroom, but in the French Riviera. This exciting and informative hybrid program will take place in the beautiful sophisticated city of Nice, on the Côte d’Azur. Located near Italy and the Mediterranean Coast, Nice has a rich architectural and cultural heritage (19 museums and galleries, 32 classified historical monuments and 300 ha of parks, gardens, woodland and green areas in addition to 150 ornamental lakes and fountains). Students will spend two weeks on campus at USFSP and then conclude the 3-6 credit course for two weeks in France. They will stay in student housing in Nice and will have the opportunity to visit Paris for a weekend getaway.
DATES
The program runs from June 30th to July 26th, 2008.
June 30th - July 10th at USFSP
July 12th - July 26th in France
- Application Deadline is March 28, 2008 -
COST
The cost of the program is $2500.
| COST INCLUDES |
COST DOES NOT INCLUDE |
| French instruction |
Airfare |
| Accommodation in student housing |
Meals |
| Nice Transportation & Museum pass |
Personal spending |
| USF Tuition |
Passport fees |
| Most Tours and Field Trips per course syllabus |
Optional Tours and Activities |
Program Highlights:
“In order to best learn a language, one must first live a language.” Come spend two weeks living, eating, and being French in France’s 5th largest city, Nice. After daily French lessons taught by a USF professor you will be able to use these opportune moments, rich in vocabulary, to practice your own French communication skills in real life situations. We will take the traditional classroom outdoor as we stroll along the avenues of Vieux Nice, visit the world renowned museums, shop at an outdoor market, or have un café at le café, all the while absorbing la culture française. We will share in their heritage and history as we celebrate their Fête Nationale on the 14th of July. How about a day trip to Cannes to see the handprints of stars who have visited the International Film Festival? Pick them out - all your favorites are here, along with many French actors and actresses too. Feel like a celebrity yourself as we jet off to Paris for the weekend for 3 days of fast, fun French. Don’t just imagine, but experience the passé of the Louvre, the présent of the city of lights, and the futur of your time there. Enrich your vocabulary even more with a day trip to Monaco to see the Musée Océanographique, where Jacques Cousteau was the director for 31 years, and experience royalty as you watch the changing of the guards at the Prince’s Palace. Learn about different professions as we tour the world-renowned Fragonard perfume factory located at the bottom of charming Eze village. Why not climb to the top of this ancient perched village 1200 feet above sea level, and explore the Botanical Gardens as well as the château ruins overlooking the crystal blue Mediterranean Sea.
How to Apply
There is limited space on this program. We will consider all applications received before March 28, 2008. Once your application is approved, you will receive instructions on how to pay your deposit. Deposits are nonrefundable and are due one week after your application is approved. The final payment is due by April 15. If you do not pay on time, we may choose to remove you from the course.
Payment Schedule
$300 nonrefundable deposit due one week after your application is approved.
$2200 balance, due no later than April 15, 2008
FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIP
Students may apply for Federal or State Financial Aid for this USFSP course. A number of $500 scholarships are available from the Office of International Affairs. Contact International Affairs for details.
ELIGIBILITY
Students need not be USF students to attend the study abroad courses. Students must be at least 18 years old.
ACADEMIC CREDIT
Students must register for courses with USFSP International Affairs. Students may register for up to 6 credits.
The course is open to students who have completed French 1120 or can demonstrate proficiency in French at this level.
FRE 1121
Students enrolling in FRE 1121, will have satisfied their BA language requirement after completion of the program.
FRE 2241
Students who have completed FRE 1121, can enroll in FRE 2241 (Conversation I).
FRE 4905
Students who have completed FRE 1121 and/or FRE 2241 and/or wish to pursue an Independent Study in French can enroll in FRE 4905 and complete a project in agreement with the instructor. Projects can be completed in English by non-students of French.
TRAVEL
Airfare is not included in the cost of the program. Participants are urged to take the flight recommended by International Affairs, as it is the only flight the Program Director will meet. Each participant must have a valid passport. It is the student’s responsibility to obtain a visa. Students who are not U.S. citizens are welcome to sign up; however, they must have a valid passport, and are responsible for researching whether their visa requirements are different from those for U.S. citizens. In addition, they are responsible for making sure that they are eligible to reenter the U.S. after the trip.
INSURANCE
The State of Florida requires that all students studying abroad maintain adequate medical insurance for illness and injury. Students must show proof of health insurance coverage that is also valid outside the U.S. USFSP provides all students with evacuation coverage.All participants are responsible for obtaining and carefully reviewing the USFSP Study Abroad General Information Sheet.
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