This program offers qualified students the chance to increase their command of French in a French-speaking environment and introduces them to the heritage and cultural traditions of a unique and vital segment of North American culture. Eligibility Applicants must be 18 years of age by the beginning date of the program, have at least one year of college French or the equivalent, and a minimum 3.0 g.p.a. on a 4.0 scale. College transcripts and a letter of recommendation from a faculty member familiar with the student's academic and language competence are required. Graduate students should consult their graduate college to determine the applicability of course work toward a graduate degree. For the regular six-week course, students are placed in one of seven levels of language study, depending on their proficiency as demonstrated in a placement exam given at Laval.
Classes meet five days a week for four or five hours, depending on the level of study.
At levels six and seven , which are equivalent to courses offered for the major in French, students may select from courses in language, literature and culture. Students may choose to live either in university dormitories or with French-speaking families. Cost The cost of this program includes tuition and room and board. Students should anticipate spending additional money for books and for participation in the optional social and cultural activities of the Summer Program. Students are responsible for all personal expenses.