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-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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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
My French improved immensely, I learned and incredible amount about French culture and "la France", I became more independent, and I got to live in Europe for 6 months. It was totally worthwhile! A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I made so many new friends I would've never made around Europe if I stayed home. I loved exploring the foods and cultures of all these European places I"ve only read about on the Internet. It was truly the best experience of my life! A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
My french improved greatly (fluency and understanding), I was exposed to a different learning style in the French university system, and I made many valuable and important connections. It was 100% worthwhile! A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I advanced very significantly in my language skills, and feel that I developed personally a lot along the way. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I became much more fluent in French and learned how to live independently in a different culture. It was very much worthwhile. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Definitely worthwhile. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
It was a good break from the rigorous academic setting and I got to learn about a different culture. 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
great crysti.wang - Wellesley College View Entire Review
My comprehension improved greatly, as did my confidence in speaking. I also was able to read a lot, which helped to improve overall comprehension-although it took a lot longer to complete my reading. VERY worthwhile. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Improved my French skills, met lots of cool people, learned a ton, traveled a ton, had a great time anne.corbett.16 - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Yes! Living with a host family was the best experience. I learned other ways of living and my French really really got better. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I found myself surprised and sometimes shocked at French people's attitudes on things, which made me appreciate my own culture so much more. I do think it was worthwhile because it gives you a different perspective on how foreigners are treated outside their country. Being somewhere where people do not speak your first language ... A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
It was worthwhile. I got to travel to several different countries, meet the people, and visit my extended family. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I learned that I am able to live independently. It was a fun experience as well, to be away from the stressful environment at Wellesley. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Better level of French, worthwhile Julia P - 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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