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The city of La Rochelle is a popular seaside resort city situated about 300 miles southwest of Paris on the Atlantic coast. It lies about three hours from Paris via France's famous rapid transit train, the TGV. La Rochelle has wonderful, old cobbled streets, two stone towers guarding the entrance to the old harbor, and a very modern university to contrast it all. The regional climate is mild and conducive to wine production. The city is home to a population of approximately 75,000 and is both a commercial and cultural hive of activity.
The University of La Rochelle opened on January 20, 1993. Since that time, the number of students and staff has grown steadily. In 2009, the university enrolled 6,5000 students. It offers both undergraduate and graduate courses and is organized into four faculties: Law, Liberal Arts, Science, and the University Institute of Technology.
SUNY Cortland's exchange program with the University of La Rochelle seeks to provide you with an opportunity to advance your proficiency in French and to pursue your specialized fields of academic interest in an atmosphere that is especially conducive to cultural as well as intellectual enrichment. High-quality instruction by faculty members at the University of La Rochelle is combined with immersion in French language and culture as you gain new perspectives on French culture.
| City, Country |
La Rochelle, France |
|---|---|
| Session |
Semester and/or Academic Year |
| Dates |
Fall Term: Early September - Mid December Spring Term: Early January - Mid May |
| Requirements |
2.5 GPA Minimum of Four Semesters of College-Level French for CUFLE or Diplome Program. No French required for French Management and Culture Program- taught entirely in English! |
| Application Deadline |
Fall Admission: May 1 Spring Admission: October 15 A non-refundable $20 application fee must be included with the application. Cash or a check, made payable to SUNY Cortland, are both acceptable forms of payment. Please download, complete and return to the Clark Center by the above deadlines: La Rochelle Study Abroad Application (must be typed) and SUNY study abroad application. Please follow the application guidelines while completing the La Rochelle application. |
| Travel Information |
Flight booked by participant Spring 2010 Travel Dates Departure Date from U.S.: January 13, 2010 Departure Date from La Rochelle: May 17, 2010 |
| Program Costs | |
| Program Course Information |
Courses are generally comprised of special courses for foreign students offered through the CUFLE or Diplôme Program. If taking the CUFLE you will also take regular courses taken with French students. Please refer to the CUFLE & Diplôme Program Description or contact The James M. Clark Center for International Education for more information. New Spring 2010! French Management and Culture - taught entirely in English. |
| Accommodations |
On-Campus Housing; Partial meal plan or self-catering available; Numerous cafes and university-owned dining options also provide meals on or near campus. More Information on University of La Rochelle Accommodation and a guide of housing options |
| Host Website |
Explore the city of La Rochelle through a virtual voyage and learn about French culture and civilization from SUNY Cortland International Communications & Culture Professor Marie Ponterio's award-winning web site. |