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Aix-en-Provence, France

France: IAU College Aix-en-Provence

Study abroad in France at IAU College in Aix-en-Provence.

IAU College offers students the opportunity to learn about French language and culture while taking a variety of courses in English and living in the picturesque town of Aix-en-Provence in southern France, close to Marseilles and the French Riviera.

Rollins students and other study abroad students pose in front of the Aix-en-Provence fountain

Why study abroad in France?

“I absolutely adored my time abroad in Aix-en-Provence. I look back on this experience with a light heart, and will forever be grateful for my time there.” - Rollins Study Abroad Alum

Academic Information

Students can opt to participate, at no additional cost, in the Early Start Program , a week long 1-credit program before the start of the semester which includes cultural activities and language practice.

Courses

Learn in English across a wide range of IAU courses—from art history and business to international relations, political science, communications, psychology, and studio art. You’ll also take a required French language course at any level – no prior experience required!

What It’s Like to Study Abroad in France

Housing

Live in a French homestay and experience day‑to‑day life in Provence firsthand. You’ll stay with hosts who have been part of the program for years and have been highly rated by past participants. It’s an authentic, welcoming environment that helps you practice the language, understand local customs, and feel connected to the community.

Meals

When living in a French homestay, students will be on a demi-pension “plan". This includes daily breakfast and six dinners per week. Students eat lunches and one dinner out at the many wonderful cafes and restaurants in Aix.

Activities

  • IAU College offers cultural activities including a lecture series, social events, events connecting students with French students from the University of Aix, wine tasting, cooking workshops and more!
  • Students can take advantage of the beautiful location of Provence and go biking, hiking, take dancing classes, and engage in other outdoor activities.
  • The students will also have a French partenaires linguistiques that will show students around the city and answer any questions they might have.

Excursions

  • The program usually includes a field trip to Nice/Monaco/Antibes. In both fall and spring, the program includes day trips to Provence, Loire Valley, and Normandy.
  • Some courses include specific field trips to locations related to the course. Past trips have included the Alps, Morocco, Barcelona & Amsterdam.
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