REFUND POLICYReview program fees and refund policy. Upon admission to this program, you will be responsible for payment of these fees. Please talk to the Director about withdrawl and cancellation fees. There will be no refunds made when written notice to withdraw is filed with the Director of the program less than 30 days prior to departure. Students suspended or dismissed from the program for disciplinary or academic reasons after the start of the program are not eligible for any refund of fees.

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Auburn University will offer an intensive academic program from July 1 to July 28 in Paris, France for undergraduate and graduate students and teachers of French.

Paris is a beautiful and majestic city of history, culture, intellect, leisure, fashion, commerce, and government. Many of the riverbanks and neighborhoods retain their village atmosphere and invite the visitor to stroll and sightsee. By day or by night, you can experience the special ambience of the various Parisien as well as the many parks and gardens throughout the city. This program is situated in the 6th arrondissement of , renowned for its rich historic and artistic heritage. Adjacent to the Quartier Latin, the , and , this left bank neighborhood offers proximity to a wealth of artistic, cultural, and intellectual experience.

The specific objectives of the program are to provide students and teachers of French an opportunity for concentrated study in order to increase linguistic competence, enhance understanding of the cultural dimensions of language, and experience French culture first hand.

After acceptance into the program, students must print the Course Approval Form, consult with the Program Director about course work, and obtain departmental signatures. Upon admission to the program, all participants will be responsible for full payment of all fees and costs by the deadlines indicated.

Participants who have taken up to and including Intermediate French II (FLFR 2020) at Auburn may earn up to 6 semester hours of Auburn University credit in French courses. Students who have not had any French classes, or who are currently taking Elementary French (FLFR 1010/1020) may earn up to 8 semester hours of Auburn University credit in French courses. Participants will be given French language assessment upon arrival and will be placed in appropriate level classes. Course work will include speaking, under-standing, writing, reading, and cultural activities. Classes are held Monday through Friday, with morning and afternoon sessions. (Advanced courses in French Civilization, French Cinema, and French Business are also available upon request for a supplemental fee if students meet minimum language requirements. Please contact Director if interested.) Courses will be taught at and by the faculty of the located in the Saint-Germain district of central Paris.

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An excursion will be offered but not included in the program fee. Other activities included in the program for no additional cost: walking tours conducted by the Program Director, participation in French conversation groups offered by the , participation in festivities accompanying the celebration of France’s national holiday, Bastille Day on July 14, the annual arrival in Paris of the famous Tour de France, and a

at the conclusion of program.

Participants will stay in student residence halls with half-board which includes breakfast and dinner, 5 days a week, and breakfast on weekends. Participants will receive student cards which will give them access to all French Government-subsidized student cafeterias and restaurants in the Paris area.

No Visa is required. You will need to have a passport by June 1. If you do not have a passport: Please check http://travel.state.gov for the nearest local passport office and forms. Application for a United States passport should be made at least 120 days in advance of your departure date. If you do already have a passport, you must verify that your passport will not expire before October 30, 2012. Otherwise, you will need to renew your passport.

Space is limited and students must file formal applications as soon as they know for sure they are participating. Complete the Auburn Abroad Application online and wait for confirmation from the Program Director. Non-Auburn University students must also be accepted as transient students by AU ($50) and attach a transcript to qualify for the Summer Abroad program. All AU and non-AU students must submit the completed Auburn Abroad Application. (See http://www.auburn.edu/forlang “Study Abroad” for link to application.)