The international atmosphere of the Cote d'Azur provides the backdrop for the French Program. It is located in the city of Cannes at the Coll ge International de Cannes. The region has inspired such painters as Matisse and Picasso.
Every effort is made to provide a stimulating intellectual environment.
Students are housed and take classes with 150 other international students at the Coll ge. The Coll ge International de Cannes, which opened its doors in 1920, is primarily designed to provide instruction in the French language and culture. This office of the Coll ge provides a list of appropriate trips for students to undertake on their own in addition to trips arranged for them. Examples are the cities of Nimes, Arles, and Avignon. Upon arrival, participants have several days of orientation and testing to determine their language placement level.