University of Minnesota: Language & Culture in Southern France

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Study in this vibrant city with a centuries-old history of intellectual advances and social tolerance. Enjoy the college-town atmosphere, nightlife, and student-centered community. Choose beginning through advanced French language courses as well ... read more

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OVERALL RATING 4.6
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Living with a host family was an incredible experience. I was able to really practice my French comprehension and speaking skills, but I also got to be exposed to true French culture and form long-lasting relationships with my host parents and siblings. The city was youthful and vibrant and gorgeous — already itching to go back! - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Worth every second. I gained confidence, independence, flexibility, and language fluency. - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned so much about French language and culture living with a host family and taking French classes, while making close American friends and having the support of a strong program. I directly experienced the political world of France, studying at a time when gilet jaunes were protesting frequently, but I always felt safe and... - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned French as well as a lot about the french culture. It was very worthwhile. - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned that I was more capable than I thought- that I could live in a country that did not speak English and that I could work through a language. I would not have traded my semester abroad for the world. - Brandeis University View Entire Review
It was definitely worthwhile. I am much more comfortable with my language use and I know that I can easily communicate what I want in French now and be understood. - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I made friends that I hope to keep in touch with and had a lot of fun. It was very much worthwhile. Also my language proficiency grew exponentially. - Brandeis University View Entire Review
It's hard to take it all in at this point, and see how it will affect my future. But as a cultural anthropology and french major, I LOVED getting to live what I have been studying - people and their languages. I got to live that: eat their food, drink their wine, run around their neighborhood with my host dad, see my host brot... - University of Arkansas - Fayetteville View Entire Review
I learned to embrace alone time and to enjoy the small things. I learned a lot about myself and others. It was definitely worthwhile. - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Besides learning French, being abroad pushed me to learn how to be more independent whether that is keeping track of my spendings, navigating through a foreign city, or learning how to balance school and social life. - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Patience in nuanced cultural differences, complete fluency in the french language, an appreciation for a more old-fashioned, graceful and conservative culture. It was absolutely worth while but not at all what I expected it to be. - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I learned so much, Anything from the daily routines of my host family to the language itself, I learned to appreciate french food, culture, the language, and I learned im capable of so much more than I thought. - Brandeis University View Entire Review
This was my first time living more independently (I don't really include living in a dorm). I learned to be more independent and confident in myself and my abilities. I began to feel more comfortable with my French. - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Language skills and a lifelong friendship with my host family. - Brandeis University View Entire Review
A student studying abroad with University of Minnesota: Montpellier - Study Abroad in France
Language skills, definitely worthwhile - Villanova University View Entire Review
absolutely. I made my best memories and I learned perfect French. It was cheaper than many study abroad programs (although still expensive for me) - Pennsylvania State University - University Park View Entire Review

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Study in this vibrant city with a centuries-old history of intellectual advances and social tolerance. Enjoy the college-town atmosphere, nightlife, and student-centered community. Choose beginning through advanced French language courses as well as courses in humanities, engineering, sciences, and business.


Program Type(s):
Study Abroad
Internship
Program Length(s):
  • Fall
  • Summer
  • Spring
  • Academic Year
Instruction Language(s):
  • French
Language Requirement(s):
  • French
Relevant Study Subject(s):
  • French Studies
  • French Language, Literature
  • Creative Writing
  • Medieval and Renaissance Studies
  • Cultural Studies
  • International Business
  • Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Minimum GPA:
2.5
Year Founded:
1983
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