The AUCP accepts students in good standing at American and Canadian colleges and universities.  An official or unofficial transcript and one letter of recommendation from a professor familiar with the applicant’s academic work, current level of French, and emotional maturity must accompany a student’s application.  Students are expected to have a 3.0 grade point average.  In exceptional cases, recent academic improvement or other special circumstances will be considered.

The summer French program welcomes students from intermediate to advanced levels. Graduate students and adult learners are also welcome. If interested in university credit, students should assure that AUCP academic credit recommendations will be accepted by their home universities and colleges. Students who are required to arrange academic credit transfer through an accredited American institution may do so through Marist College : international@marist.edu.

The AUCP has a "rolling admissions" policy and thus does not have an official application deadline; however, places are limited and priority will be given to applications received by April 15. The application fee is non-refundable.

Application Procedure

1. Fill out and submit the on-line application form.
2. Log on to your personal application space and submit the following:

• Dean or Study Abroad Officer Recommendation (signed and scanned)
• Parents/Guardian Statement (signed and scanned)
• Current photograph (passport style)
• Official or unofficial university transcript
• One letter of recommendation attesting to academic work, personal maturity and the student's current level in French) Instructions for Recommenders
• Brief essay discussing personal and academic motivations for study in France, specifically at the AUCP, indicating understanding of the special nature of the AUCP program.
• 40€ (euro) non-refundable application fee payable on-line

Financial Arrangements

AUCP costs cover tuition and fees as well as housing on a demi-pension basis (seven breakfasts, five dinners a week plus Sunday lunches), book fees, and four full-day field trips. Airfare and local daily transport are not included.  See links below for specific amounts and conditions.  Payments may be made in installments according to a fee schedule communicated with the student’s admission packet. Federal and state grants and loans may be applied to foreign study.  For details, students should consult the study abroad and financial aid offices of their home university.
Program Costs
Cancellation /Reimbursement Policy

Trans-Atlantic Travel

In keeping with its emphasis on each individual’s authentic French experience abroad, the AUCP does not organize a group flight for its students. Students make their own travel plans, sometimes traveling in Europe before the program begins, communicate the details of their arrival, and are met at the Aix-en-Provence TGV station, Marseille train station or Marseille-Provence airport by their French host families.

Health and Safety

The safety and well being of students participating in AUCP programs is of paramount importance. To best meet the health and safety needs of its students, the AUCP, in collaboration with ISICassur, offers comprehensive medical and personal liability insurance to all full-time students. Read more ...
Safety and Emergency Procedures

Equal Opportunity

The American University Center of Provence admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the University Center.  It does not discriminate against applicants, students, employees, or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, or on the basis of sex, age, handicap, or sexual orientation.