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Hosted by EDUCO, University of Paris, & the Institut d'Etudes Politiques de Paris (Sciences Po)
Academic Focus: The EDUCO program is Emory's preeminent full immersion semester/year study abroad program in France. It is open to ALL majors and is designed for students studying French at the advanced level who want to increase their knowledge and proficiency in the language (all courses taught in French). The program offers students the experience of total immersion in French life and culture in Paris and a challenging and diverse course of study. The EDUCO center generally offers courses in French language and literature, theater, politics, sociology, and art history. Students choose from a wide variety of course offerings, including science courses, from the University of Paris system. ALL CLASSES AT EDUCO AND THE UNIVERSITY OF PARIS ARE CONDUCTED IN FRENCH.
Qualified students may apply to study at the Institute D'Etudes Politiques de Paris (Sciences Po) for the academic year or Spring semester only. Sciences Po is a world-renowned international research university focusing on the social sciences. This exchange program is competitive, and a limited number of places are available each year. Students approved to attend Sciences Po can choose the all French option or the French/English option.
Approximate Dates:
Fall: early September to late December
Spring: mid January to late June
Year: early September to late June
Eligibility Requirements: Minimum 3.0* GPA; good academic standing.
Applicants must have taken five semesters of college-level French or the equivalent, including FREN 310; FREN 314 is highly recommended. Oxford College students applying to go abroad during their 4th semester must have completed either FREN 320 or 323 and must have permission from Academic Affairs at Oxford. Grades of B or better are required in the pre-requisite French courses.
Please note: Students who have not taken the pre-requisite French courses but who have a strong background and good grades in intermediate French may still be able to apply - students should consult the CIPA Advisor or the French Department for further information.
* Students with below 3.0 GPA minimum may petition to apply to this program. Please meet with the CIPA Advisor for more information or view GPA Waiver Process
Students interested in taking courses at Sciences Po must be Political Science or International Studies majors with a background and strong grades in the subject. Preference is given to year-long applications; however, Spring-only is now also available. The Sciences Po option requires an additional application which can be obtained from the CIPA Advisor to the program; Sciences Po applicants must be recommended and approved by Emory's French Department and Political Science Department.
Program Information: From the Enlightenment to existentialism, few nations have influenced the world of ideas as France has. The EDUCO program, a consortium of Emory, Duke, Cornell, and Tulane Universities, provides students an outstanding academic and cultural immersion program in France. EDUCO in Paris will give students a firm understanding of French culture, language, politics, and history. Participants will spend the semester or year as fully matriculated students at the University of Paris or Sciences Po, selecting their courses from many fields.
In addition to academics and at no additional cost, EDUCO organizes social events, lectures, theater excursions, cultural dining experiences, day trips around Paris, and various celebrations and activities.
Limited non-credit-bearing internship and volunteer opportunities are also available to qualified students. Please contact the CIPA Advisor for additional details.
Courses: EDUCO students will take a normal load of four courses per semester, worth a total of 16 Emory credits.
Students have the option of choosing up to two of their courses from those offered at the EDUCO center; remaining courses will be taken within the University of Paris system. Usually 3-5 courses are offered at the EDUCO center each semester taught by the EDUCO president and guest professors from various Parisian institutions. Each semester at EDUCO, a French grammar course is taught (students are given a placement test upon arrival) along with rotating offerings that have included courses in French Literature, Theater, Art History, History, Cinema, Sociology, and Politics that often focus on France or Paris. Remaining courses will be in the University of Paris system, which has an extensive selection of course offerings, including science courses.
French universities do not publish a course catalog or schedule in advance, so students will not know what is offered or be able to select their French university courses until after their arrival in France. Academic advice and support is available from EDUCO, Emory's French Department, and CIPA throughout the course of the program. For a list of blanket-approved courses for this program: CIPA Blanket Approval Database.
Students attending Sciences Po will take all of their courses there, including a required French grammar course. Students will earn a full semester of Emory credits, but the course load differs slightly between the all French option and the French/English option.
Living Arrangements: Students generally live with French families or in an international foyer (residence hall). There are also a limited number of apartments available; preference is given to students studying for a full year. Students may also make independent housing arrangements but will still be responsible for paying a portion of the program fee. The program will try to satisfy the student's first choice in living arrangements, but the resident director and housing coordinator will make final decisions based on availability and suitability. For students in apartments or those who make their own arrangements, meals will be the students' responsibility, and no meal tickets will be provided.
Costs: A full description of program costs and billing procedures is described in the budget sheets. Please click here for the budget sheet. FallSpring
Financial Aid / Scholarships: Students are eligible to carry existing financial aid and scholarships on Emory-approved study abroad programs. Students on this program may also be eligible to apply for the Benjamin Gilman Scholarship and CIPA Study Abroad Travel Grant. For more information, please visit Study Abroad Scholarships, Grants, Research & Service
Application Process : This program is open to qualified Emory students. For questions or assistance, please contact the CIPA Advisor to schedule a meeting or to inquire about the process. In order to apply, students must complete the following steps:
1. Apply on-line to your program via the on-line application system. Click on the Apply Now link. Emory students will need their Emory login ID and password.
2. View the application checklist and requirements. Once you log into the system, you will be required to complete a series of steps through the checklist process.
The checklist includes the following types of documents: Material submissions: Items that you need to hand into the CIPA office: (a) $300 application deposit (to be applied towards tuition) (b) Study Abroad Academic Course Plan (to be signed by your major academic advisor) (c) Photocopy of Passport (d) 4 passport-sized ID photos with name back of each (e) unofficial transcript as printed from OPUS (f) letter of recommendation from current French professor [if you are not currently taking a French course, a previous professor can write the letter] (g) letter of recommendation from another professor [if you are not a French major, it is recommended that the letter be from someone in your major department]
Signature documents: Items that you will need to read and "digitally sign" on-line: (a) Application Instructions and Information (detailed instructions on process) (b) CIPA Application Authorization and Agreement (c) CIPA Agreement to Terms and Conditions of Program (d) EDUCO housing information
Questionnaires: Items that you will need to fill out and answer on-line: (a) CIPA Essay (b) Additional Applicant Information (c) CIPA Eligibility Certification (d) EDUCO application (e) EDUCO housing application
3. Complete all application materials by the stated deadline above. If you have questions at any point in the process, please contact a CIPA advisor.
Orientation: Emory students are required to attend the mandatory study abroad orientations. The CIPA pre-departure orientation for students studying abroad for Fall or Year will take place in early April; for Spring, in early November. There will also be a specific EDUCO orientation. Details will be emailed with acceptance letters.
Visa Information: All students will need a long-stay student visa for France. Additional documents and instructions will be provided to accepted students during the EDUCO-specific orientation.
If you are not a U.S. citizen, please also contact ISSP to make sure you have the appropriate documentation to return to Emory after the EDUCO program.
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