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UMass Amherst and Boston in Paris
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Advisor:
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Karla Sarr
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Fields of Study:
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Anthropology, Art History, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Biology, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Chinese Language & Literature, Comparative Literature, Computer Science, Earth Systems, Economics, English, Environmental Health Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Film Studies, Francophone Studies, French & Francophone Studies, French Studies, Geography, Geology, German and Scandinavian Studies, German Studies, History, Human Nutrition, Information Technology, International Relations, Japanese Languages & Literature, Legal Studies, Linguistics, Management, Marketing, Mathematics, Microbiology, Modern European Studies, Molecular Biology, Philosophy, Physics, Plant and Soil Sciences, Political Science, Psychology, Religion, Science, Social Thought and Political Economy, Sociology, Spanish, Theater, Women's Studies
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Host Institution:
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Université Paris Dauphine, Université Paris Diderot
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Language(s) of Instruction:
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English, French
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Language Prerequisite:
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4 College-Level Semesters
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Program Provider:
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UMass in cooperation with API
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Program Type (IPO):
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Exchange, Internship (Part)
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Program Scholarships Available:
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No
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Housing:
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Apartment, Residence Hall, Room w/Local Host
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In Classes With:
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Mostly Host Country Students
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Excursions:
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Yes
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Minimum Class Standing:
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2nd Sem Sophomore
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Minimum GPA:
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2.75
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Open To:
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All
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Exchange Program:
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Yes
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Credits Available:
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Full-Time, Grad Credits, Internship Credits
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The University of Massachusetts in Paris
A University of Massachusetts Amherst and Boston Exchange with the Université Paris Dauphine and Université Paris Diderot
In conjunction with Academic Programs International.
The Basics
- Enroll in classes with French students
- Classes taught in French
- Some classes are available in English
- Housing: local host families, dorms and studettes
- Entry Requirements: Valid passport with supporting documents (more information provided post acceptance)
- Teaching internships available
Requirements
- Minimum 2.75 G.P.A.
- Exchange is open to students proficient in French (four to five semesters of college French or equivalent)
How to Apply
Submit API application form available on the Academic Programs International Homepage and $150 application deposit to API.
Submit the following to IPO:
- Copy of your API application form
- Two letters of recommendation
- Statement of purpose
- Two official transcripts
- One passport photo
Once applications have been submitted, you will be scheduled for:
- Written placement test
- Interview with UMass Amherst program coordinator
Excursions
SPRING STUDENTS
Champagne - Giverny and Normandy Coast - Normandy & Mont Saint-Michel - Provence
FALL STUDENTS
Chartres - La Puisaye - Normandy & Mont Saint-Michel - Roussillon
All excursions are subject to change. If requested prior to the API payment deadline, students may opt out of all excursions and will receive a discount of $700 per semester.
ACADEMIC PROGRAM
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS
Semester 12-18 semester credit hours
All Université Paris Diderot and Université Paris Dauphine applicants are screened and accepted by the Universityof Massachusetts Amherst.
Located in Paris Rive Gauche (the 13th arrondissement near the Bibliothèque François Mitterand), Paris Diderot offers a perfect immersion experience. The new campus mixes modern steel-and-glass façades with French pre-war industrial architecture. Courses are taught in French and students take classes in the humanities, sciences and social sciences with Parisian and other French students. Before classes begin, students participate in a two-week preparatory program or "stage" aimed at introducing students to the campus and teaching system. US students are taught alongside other international students who are also new to the city. Classes for English majors/minors and French language courses for foreign students are also available.
Established in 1968 the Université Paris-Dauphine has become a leading business school in France. The campus is located in a former NATO building at Porte Dauphine next to the Bois de Boulogne. With 26% foreign students among its enrollment of 9000 students the university is characterized by an international atmosphere. Dauphine is specialized in the fields of Organizational Sciences and Decision: Management, Economy, Law, Political Science, Sociology, Applied Mathematics, Information Technology and Data Processing. Courses are taught predominantly in French, although some courses in English are available.
Students participating in the exchange take a class taught by the Resident Director at the API Center. In the fall, the class is "The Trick is in the Sauce: Pluridisciplinary and Multisensorial Approach to French Cuisine, from the Origins to the Present". In the Spring, the class is "Understanding Franco-American Relations, 1776-Present". Students who wish to have this requirement waived should discuss this with the UMass program coordinator.
TEACHING INTERNSHIPS
A limited number of teaching internships are available for intermediate to superior level students. An additional fee is charged for participation in the internship, and students will earn 3 semester credits upon successful completion.
Course Information
Université Paris Diderot
Students will enroll directly in courses at the Université Paris Diderot. Registration will occur upon arrival in Paris. Because students will not have a confirmed class schedule before departing for France, it is a good idea to get pre-approval for areas of study, rather than for specific courses.
Students will be able to choose from the following subject areas: Droit, Économie, Études Anglophones, Études Cinématographiques, Géographie, Histoire, Langues Étrangères Appliqués, Lettres et Sciences: Transmissions des Connaissances, Littérature, Théâtre, Histoire de l'art, Linguistique, Mathématiques, Méthodologie, Informatique, Psychologie, Sciences de la Ville, Sociologie, Sports, Statistique-Informatique
Université Paris Dauphine
Students will enroll directly in courses at Université Paris Dauphine and should have a strong background in economics, management, and/or mathematics. Most courses will be taught in French, although the university does offer some courses in English. Students will be in class with French and other international students. Because students will not have a confirmed class schedule before departing for France, it is a good idea to get pre-approval for areas of study, rather than for specific courses.
A number of French language courses focusing on grammar, vocabulary, and business terminology are offered each semester.
Students will be able to choose from a variety of subject areas taught in French, including:
Communication, Comptabilité, Contrôle de gestion, Droit, Économie, Finance de marché, Finance d'entreprise, Français, Gestion commerciale, Informatique, Langues, Logistique, Marketing, Mathématiques, Organisation, Ressources humaines, Science politique, Sociologie, Sports, Statistiques, Stratégie, Systèmes d'Information
A number of courses are also available in English. Subjects available in English vary per semester and may include: Art/Film History, Literature, Culture & Civilization, Economic, History, International Business, International Relations
Words from Returned Students:
Four months--that doesn't sound like a lot. On average, my life changes very little in four months. Four months in Paris, however, change seemingly everything. I don't even know how to begin to explain what an amazing experience I had.
Vivienne P.--University of Massachusetts Amherst
My overall experience abroad honestly could not have been any better. Yes, it can be scary to be sitting in a classroom with people around you who probably don't speak English as a first language, but they could be some of the best people you ever meet. I was invited home to Germany, Scotland and Northern Ireland for Christmas from friends I made in my classes. I also now have people to visit all over the world.
Jennifer S.--University of Massachusetts Amherst
CONTACT
Karla Sarr
Assistant Coordinator
University of Massachusetts in Paris Program
E-Mail: umparis@ipo.umass.edu
Phone: 413-545-2710/2843
Fax: 413-545-1201
Photocopies of your application and supporting materials should also be submitted by the application deadline to the following address:
UMass in Paris Program
International Programs Office
111 Thatcher Road, Ofc 3/Hills South
University of Massachusetts
Amherst, MA 01003-9361
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Decision Date |
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End Date |
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Fall
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2010
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03/15/2010**
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Rolling Admission
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TBA
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TBA
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Academic Year
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2010-2011
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03/01/2010
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04/01/2010
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TBA
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TBA
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Spring
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2011
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10/10/2010
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10/30/2010
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TBA
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TBA
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** Indicates rolling admission application process. Students will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline. |
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