Study Abroad in Cannes: Overview

Study abroad in this sunny international resort on the Mediterranean shoreline. A former fishing village, Cannes boasts some of the most beautiful scenery in France. It is a unique balance of a cosmopolitan city with the relaxed attitude of a seaside resort.

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Program at a glance

Academic year, fall or spring semester (summer session also available)
Open to college freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors
2.5 minimum GPA required
Program fee includes tuition, housing, meals, excursions and cultural activities, a London visit, airfare if selected, a pass to the Cannes Film Festival, and more
No previous French language study required
Courses taught in both French and English in art history, drama, French cinema, French language, political science and sociology
Internships available
On-site orientation in Cannes
The local AIFS Resident Director and staff organize cultural activities and housing, act as a liaison between students and the university, and are available 24/7 in case of emergencies
Student visa required. Must be obtained before departing the U.S.
Transcripts issued by Chapman University, Orange, California. Students also receive a transcript from the Collège International de Cannes

Application and scholarship deadlines

Application deadlines May 15 (fall); October 15 (spring).
AIFS Study Abroad Scholarships available. The scholarship application deadlines are April 15 (fall semester or academic year); September 15 (spring).

*Please note that applications, deposits and balance of fees arriving after the required deadline are subject to late fees.