Wellesley College: Aix-en-Provence - Wellesley-in-Aix
- Hosted at: Université d'Aix Marseille / Aix-Marseille University
- Location(s): Aix-en-Provence, France
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad
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Wellesley College: Aix-en-Provence - Wellesley-in-Aix
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Wellesley-in-Aix is located in Aix-en-Provence a lively, charming city of 145,000 inhabitants located in southern France within easy distance of the Mediterranean coast and France's second largest metropolis, Marseille. Home to Aix-Marseille Uni... read more
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Life lessons, real world experience, cultural differences A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I gained independence, incredible friends, and vastly improved my language fluency, which was my primary goal. Hannah L - Wellesley College View Entire Review
It was the best experience in my college life. I would do it over and over if I could. I learnt to step out of my small bubble and see the world in a bigger picture. Apoorva A - Wellesley College View Entire Review
It was absolutely worthwhile. I gained language skills, knowledge, and deep connections to a wonderful place. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I'm much better at French, more independent and happy. It was absolutely worth it. Rachel J - Haverford College View Entire Review
I learned how to become almost completely self sufficient and gained a greater knowledge of the French language and culture. I would do it all again in a heartbeat. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I realized while being abroad that I was not really exposed to conversational French in my past 8 years of studying the language, and I improved in that area. My experience was extremely worthwhile and I can't wait to return to France to work/study. A student - Columbia University View Entire Review
I learned how I wanted to live life. I learned how to relax and I learned a bit of French along the way. Michael N - Williams College View Entire Review
My language improved. I learned about traveling alone and about visiting other cultures. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I gained not only language skills, but confidence in myself and independence. I really pushed the boundaries of what I was comfortable with, and now I feel empowered to pursue all sorts of opportunities I may not have considered before. It was completely worthwhile. Madeleine S - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I learned a lot about French literature and authors that I enjoy reading. This experience was worthwhile but I did not get as much appreciation for the French culture out of it as I had expected. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I was challenged in ways I wasn't otherwise at Wellesley: by language barriers, cultural barriers, travel logistics, safety concerns, social challenges, time zones, and scheduling. All of these challenges forced me to grow and mature much faster than I otherwise would during a semester at Wellesley. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I gained more confidence in my language skills, was able to make friends in classes and a connection with my host family, and was able to travel around Europe. It was definitely worthwhile. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
GO ABROAD!! You learn so much about yourself and others. You learn how to be more independent, make decisions, and to just enjoy. It is hard to put into words how much I loved my experience (despite complications with administration) because it's really up to each person to craft their own experience. Ariela N - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I think I grew up a bit more. It opened my eyes to different cultures and environments. It was extremely worthwhile. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I achieved all of my goals and learned and accomplished more than I expected. I was fully immersed in French language and culture which allowed me to achieve a level of proficiency that I feel is otherwise challenging to attain considering the limitations of classroom learning. I developed a greater familiarity with French syste... A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
My french is so much better after this program. I had a great time, academically and socially. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I learned that I'm capable of living in France as an independent A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I became so much more confident and comfortable with myself, and I gained so much global perspective. This has been an invaluable experience for me. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Definitely worthwhile! Took a break from Wellesley stress, made new friends, improved my French. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
It was absolutely worthwhile! I not only learned about French culture and customs, I also learned so much about myself and grew as a person in so many ways. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
It was definitely a worthwhile experience. My French speaking and listening skills improved vastly, and I gained a level of confidence which I hadn't really had before. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I truly believe that applying to be a part of this program was the best decision that I have made thus far in my life. Everyone told me that I would change, grow, and learn so much during my 9 months abroad. I agreed but I had no idea in which ways that would happen. Now, I know myself (and the world) so much better than I ever ... Helen G - Brandeis University View Entire Review
It was definitely worthwhile. I feel more independent and mature for having navigated a foreign country for 5 months. fiona.boyd - Wellesley College View Entire Review
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Wellesley-in-Aix is located in Aix-en-Provence a lively, charming city of 145,000 inhabitants located in southern France within easy distance of the Mediterranean coast and France's second largest metropolis, Marseille. Home to Aix-Marseille University (AMU), the largest public university in France, Aix has a significant student population, including numerous international students enrolled at AMU and the Institute of Political Science also know as Sciences Po. Wellesley-in-Aix is an immersion program designed for students in the humanities and social sciences with solid French skills who wish to increase their mastery of the language and knowledge of French culture via direct enrollment in the French university system and a homestay option. All courses are in French, and students are expected to communicate in French with WIA staff and other participants. Fall, Spring & Full-Year sessions are offered and include orientation sessions in Paris and Aix.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadProgram Length(s):
- Fall
- Spring
- Academic Year
Instruction Language(s):
- French
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- African Studies
- Near Eastern Studies, Middle Eastern Studies
- Linguistics
- Comparative Literature
- French Language, Literature
- Psychology
- Geography
- International Relations
- History
Minimum GPA:
3.0Year Founded:
1980Website
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