Description:
Aix-en-Provence (pop. 150,000) is an ancient spa and a university town in the heart of Provence, located in the south of France near the seaside as well as the mountains. Of roman origin, Aix-en-Provence is a small picturesque city known for its rich architectural heritage. The city center is lively with many fountains, sidewalk cafes on tree-lined streets and open air markets. During the summer months, Aix-en-Provence hosts at least four festivals including the famous International Arts and Music Festival every July. Easily accessible by train or bus, Aix-en-Provence serves as a natural hub of Europe's most attractive tourist region.
School Facilities: A 2 minute walk from the Palais de Justice, the school's three story building is located near the city center and a beautiful public garden. 15 air-conditioned classrooms, multi-media room with internet and email access, a recreational room with TV and video, small kitchenette and a sunny terrace facing the garden. Capacity is 130 students/day
Participants: Most of the students are from Europe with 17% from North America and 13% from Japan. The majority are students and independent travelers of all ages.
Highlights:
French Immersion Program (included in tuition):
* 4 hrs/day classes (20 hrs/week)
* Group classes (max 10)
* Private room with host family (half-board)
* At least 2 organized per week
* Travel Assistance Program
* Emergency Message Service
Language:
French
Cost in US$: Inquire for more info.
Experience Required: no
Participants Travel to France
Independently
AmeriSpan Study Abroad's Mission Statement: Since 1993, AmeriSpan has sent more than 23,000 people abroad. Our staff has three passions: language, culture, and travel. Individually and as a group, we have accumulated experiences and knowledge related to these passions. We have traveled to more than 65 countries - every continent except Antarctica - and speak 10 languages.
We are happy to share this enormous amount of relevant knowledge with you. Every AmeriSpan staff member has studied and/or lived abroad for extended periods of time. We understand your questions and concerns because we have personally dealt with the same issues. We have gone to great lengths to make it easier for you than it was for us. After enrolling in a program, you will receive a copy of the "Need-To-Know" fact sheets on the country or countries that you will be visiting. These fact sheets include information about entry requirements, climate, health and many other "Need-To-Know" things. If you still have questions, we'll be happy to answer them. We are neither a language school nor a travel agent we're a hybrid of the two, a language travel organization.
AmeriSpan has evaluated hundreds of schools, host families and destinations to determine which programs to offer. Our independence allows us to give you unbiased evaluations of the programs. We do not just list what is included, rather, we clearly state our opinions. Each program description contains a program review that describes what we like and what we don't like about the program.
Aside from assisting you with which program to choose, we work hard to make the whole process as simple as possible. AmeriSpan pre-arranges your school, lodging, airport pick-up and other services. With AmeriSpan, you will not have to worry about international wire transfers, international phone calls or dozens of other possible complications with arrangements and money.
Year Founded: 1993