Located along the shores of the French Riviera, Nice offers all the secrets and beauty of the Côte d'Azur. Throughout history, famous writers including Balzac, Montagne, Dumas, Flaubert and Baudelaire have been captivated by the charm of the city and magnificent coastal views, making Nice their primary place of residence. Spend an afternoon exploring the open air markets in the Vieille Ville, strolling down the pebble beaches, or visiting a picturesque village nestled on the Corniche hillside and you will see for yourself how Nice gained its reputation as a jewel of the south.

The program is open to students from around the world and includes 22.5 hours of instruction per week. Classes are held at an accredited language institute conveniently located to the city center. The faculty is made up of native French professors experienced in teaching French as a Second Language. All classes are taught in French. Class size varies from 8-12 students. Groups are set up by levels (Beginning to Advanced), determined by proficiency tests given the first day of each session. Monday mornings are reserved for final registration and placement exams.

The school is equipped with a resource library, audio/video laboratory, computer lab, and self-service snack bar. Internet access is available at the school and in local cyber cafes. Course certificates are awarded upon successful completion of each program and must be requested directly from the admissions office in France. Official transcripts are processed by the host institute through the FAE office. Students must submit a Credit Transfer Request form to the FAE office in Virginia to receive a transcript. One transcript is provided at no cost to each student. A fee of $20 is charged for each additional transcript.

A weekly schedule of activities is available from the institute at final registration in France. Additional services, excursions and local information are available through the Office du Tourisme in town.

Fall 2008 Trimester: September 28 - December 20.
Winter 2009 Trimester: January 04 - March 28.
Spring 2009 Trimester: March 29 - June 20.
Academic Year: September 28 - June 20.

Note: Introductory intensive 4-week sessions may be added to any trimester for an additional 6 credits. For more information, visit the Summer Study Abroad Programs in Nice.

Housing is arranged by the host institution in the home of a local resident (with daily breakfast and dinner) or in a furnished efficiency apartment. Students living with a local resident have a private room and share the bath with their host. Linens are provided for all housing options. Please indicate your first and second choice of housing on your FAE Application Form.

Although there are no student cafeterias in Nice, you will find several inexpensive restaurants for students. Be sure to request the names and addresses of these locations from the admissions office at final registration.

* A refundable security deposit is required for all apartment rentals.

Note: Expenses may vary with fluctuating exchange rates.

A weekly schedule of activities and excursions is arranged by the institute. These activities require an extra fee. Students sign up for the activities of their choice once in France. Ask for a complete list of options at final registration. In addition to the activities and excursions organized by the institute, the Office du Tourisme offers a wide selection of guided tours and events.

The options may range from a guided visit of the Russian Church, the Vieille Ville or the hilltop chateau - to a bus tour to one of the picturesque villages perched on top of the Corniche mountain overlooking the deep blue sea of the Mediterranean [we highly recommend Eze and St Paul de Vence]. Wherever your passion lies, you will find just the right place in and around Nice to make your Trimester Study Abroad Program an experience you will want to repeat!