In recognition of the city's considerable arts and scholarship, the European Union has named Avignon Culture Capital of Europe for the year 2000. All courses at the Le Centre d'Avignon are given in French . The program is designed for American and Canadian undergraduates. Courses are comparable to those offered by most colleges in the United States and credits earned are transferable. Please meet with your university advisor for credit approval.
Instruction follows a standard American curriculum and academic calendar.
Most courses carry three semester credits and meet three hours per week for fifteen weeks. Course selection must be made in consultation with the Dean or appropriate academic adviser at your home institution. Qualified students are recommended for admission to the national French Honor Society Pi Delta Phi. January 8 - May 5 NIU will provide more information about the calendar upon acceptance. A minimum CUM GPA of 2.75, based on a 4.0 scale, at the time of application.