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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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
I learned so much about the French culture and people. What Aix lacked in its academics it more than made up for in the quality of life and the joie de vivre of the people. It was definitely worthwhile. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
My experience abroad was definitely worthwhile. Living in a foreign country was absolutely wonderful for learning about a new culture first-hand. Even if it may seem cliche, it honestly was able to offer me a new perspective on life and the world. Living in a different country and culture and being surrounded by a different lang... Cecilia A C - Wellesley College View Entire Review
N.B. I said I wouldn't choose the same program not because I hated WIA, but because I was deciding between WIA and Sciences Po Paris and think that Paris might have been a better fit for me. The program was certainly worthwhile, but I felt like I wasted a lot of time. Maybe that's because I get really irritated whenever I fee... A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Absolutely worthwhile. I learned a tremendous amount about living on my own, how to take care of myself, and how I react to new situations. The language immersion was wonderful, which I didn't think I'd enjoy before I left for France. The courses at the FAC were an experience, probably most useful for highlighting differences in... A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I gained a much greater understanding of the French language and of French culture. It was definitely worthwhile! A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
French language competency, college credit. Many other things, I had a wonderful time. Rachel S - 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
I learned to slow down and really enjoy life. liana.goehring - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I learned that I am capable of adapting to a different way of living. I thoroughly enjoyed my year abroad and hope to live in France again after I graduate. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I gained lots of independence, learned a lot about myself, had a lot of downfalls, grew stronger as a person, and learned how to cook. It was worthwhile. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I learned so much about France that I cannot fit it all in this box. I learned French history, which allowed me to understand the French more. I watched TV shows that gave me talking points with my neighbors and host parents. I traveled and got to experience different cultures that put into perspective the differences with Frenc... A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
It was worthwhile: I made leaps and bounds in my French abilities (which was my goal for going abroad). However, I didn't really enjoy Aix as a city and would have preferred going somewhere else 2nd semester. A student - 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:
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