This service is provided as a courtesy, not as an obligation to accept the apartments offered. IPAG Nice has no vested interest in any Real Estate Agency in Nice. Students are free to find their own apartment through another agent. Many do, many prefer to do so. Be aware, however, that this is not the cheapest part of town.
Public transportation is available.
Be advised that the exchange rate may be very different by the time you arrive in France. This does not include travel outside of Nice.