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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definitely; I would love to visit France again and I am still keeping in contact with my friends from Aix Stephanie L - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Europe is awesome. I learned more and had more fun while traveling in Europe, and would do more traveling if I did it again. I'd also be more out-going and force myself to make more (French) friends. With this program, a lot depends on the people you're with. I feel like I understand the French fairly well- and don't necessaril... Lauren C - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I loved being abroad, it was fun and provided many opportunities to travel around Europe. The program was well run although the french university was not very challenging. I would say that this program is more about experiencing the french culture and less about academics. Sarah B - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Yes, studying abroad was definitely a worthwhile experience and even a year later I look back on my experiences very positively and feel like what I learned about myself and others there still benefits me today. Leslie D - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I'm really glad I studied abroad but the experience at a French university had made my academic expectations clearer to me. Cara G - Wellesley College View Entire Review
It was wonderful. I became fluent in my foreign language, I saw interesting things and met interesting things and fully ENJOYED life. Leah H - Wellesley College View Entire Review
It was definitely worthwhile. I accomplished all my goals. Kiley W - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I had a fantastic experience abroad, it was everything I'd hoped it would be and more. I had always wanted to go abroad to France, eat french food, make friends from the areas, study there....just be a part of a culture unlike my own. I thought it would be an incredible personal challenge and experience, and I was right. France ... Kathryn F - Wellesley College View Entire Review
yes Emily P - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Yes. French culture taught me to enjoy life instead of just tolerating or surviving it, to see it as an art instead of a task to complete. Yakun X - Wellesley College View Entire Review
It was. I learned a lot about myself, most of which are things about myself that I'm not willing to share. Katherine P - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I gained so much from the program. Great improvement in French, experience traveling alone, experience in practical things like living on my own, etc. I think I am now much more independent. Eleanor F - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Yes!!!! I learned so much about myself during this year abroad, from my personal learning style to how I actually do like vegetables if they are fresh and locally grown! I also learned so much about French culture and way of life, and I have really learned to slow down and enjoy what I am doing each day. I was also able to remov... April Y - Wellesley College View Entire Review
It helped me change my perspective on enjoying life as well as appreciate my US college experience Caitlin M View Entire Review
My cultural awareness was already pretty high, and it didn't influence any future plans, but I had fun. Rosalie D - Wellesley College View Entire Review
My study abroad experience was definitely worthwhile because of all the support I received from my program. Emma M - Wellesley College View Entire Review
While I did not necessarily enjoy all of my time abroad, I learned an incredible amount about myself and others and was provided with opportunities that I may never have again. Haley3 - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I am happy that I studied abroad because I learned a lot about the culture and myself. I feel like I now understand what it feels like to be out of your element and trying to figure everything out. I also feel like I have a better grasp on what multicultural really means. I would recommend study abroad for anyone who wants to... Katie S - Wellesley College View Entire Review
It was life-changing and completely worthwhile. I gained confidence in my French speaking abilities, I learned about French history, culture and society through my friendships and classes. I greatly appreciated the architecture and exploring my new surroundings. I became more alert about travel precautions (when someone attempte... Tiffany P - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Yes, I felt it was a really wonderful opportunity to live in a different culture and lifestyle for a year. It allowed me to carefully think about my future plans, away from the pressure-cooker that Wellesley can be at times. Michaela W - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Though there were slight challenges, I still believe that my study abroad was completely worthwhile and I do not regret a thing. Michaela B - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I think it was worthwhile, but it could've been a lot better. It is definitely what you make of it, but at times I was so bored in Aix with my classes and just day-to-day life. I very much enjoyed being busy and traveling. Alexandra O - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Yes! Travelling was a dream! I really learned about living with other people, too. Having a roommate in your own apartment and living in your own apartment is really not the same as a dorm. I think I really learned the responsibilities of real life. Culturally, travelling really opened my world, and I loved it! Heather L - 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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