French Immersion in the Summer
In Québec City
In Québec City
PROGRAM LOCATION: Québec City is a beautiful, clean French-speaking city with all the charm of Europe, but with the flavor of North America. The summer is an especially appealing time, given the city's annual international music festival, various tourist attractions and unparalleled gastronomy.
PARTICIPATING INSTITUTION: Université Laval is the oldest French-speaking university in North America and one of Canada's foremost centers of higher education. The language laboratory, an integral part of the immersion program, uses the most up-to-date equipment. Also, Laval has one of the most extensive sports complexes found anywhere in the world.
PROGRAM PERIOD:
Spring session: May 12 - June 13, 1197 (5 weeks)
Summer Session II: July 7 - August 8, 1997 (5 weeks)
PROGRAM FORMAT:: Upon arrival, students take a preliminary exam to determine their degree of French proficiency. Each student is then enrolled in a special seven credit hour program of intensive French language study geared specifically to his/her degree of fluency and experience. Students may also participate in various cultural activities and field trips to increase their knowledge of French-speaking Canada. Hundreds of students from all over the world enroll in these programs every summer.
CREDITS: 7 undergraduate credits
CULTURAL ACTIVITIES: Cultural, social and sporting activities are organized for students which allow them to apply what they have learned in class. For example, "mini-excursions" in Québec City and weekend "maxi-excursions" outside the city are offered. There are various workshops and cultural events involving theater, folklore, music, etc. Also, students may participate in many sporting events including swimming, tennis, basketball, badminton, and cross country. Most students opt to participate in extracurricular activities as an excellent means of meeting native francophones.
ESTIMATED COSTS:
Program Fee: A $175 administrative fee for one session, $200 for two sessions, and a $100 program deposit, both non-refundable if a student withdraws from the program, are required soon after acceptance. The deposit is refunded after the completion of study at Laval. There is a $15 application fee. The estimated costs for SUNY students who are residents of New York State are given below for tuition and fees, housing and meals, books and supplies, insurance, and social activities. Costs for out of state students may differ. A more detailed financial sheet and out-of-state scholarship application are available on request.
Tuition:Approximately $977 for 7 undergraduate credit (U.S. funds).
University Residences: A single room for five weeks is $235. Food costs vary but are estimated at $100 per week.
Books, photocopies and cassettes: $50-90 (Canadian funds)
Insurance: It is mandatory that all students have health and accident insurance. Students must provide proof that comprehensive coverage exists while studying in Canada. If not, the SUNY Study Abroad insurance must be acquired ($105.50) for two months.
Social Activities: Optional expense-payment made to Laval after arrival. $200 (Canadian funds).
ROOM WITH A FRENCH FAMILY: The university has a special service for finding accommodations with French-speaking families. Applications must be processed very early, and students must make these arrangements on their own.
SPECIAL SCHOLARSHIPS: The Center, with assistance from the Québec Government, provides several scholarships of $300 (Canadian ) each to the most qualified and needy SUNY students. Other scholarships are available for out-of-state students. Please call or write for details.
ELIGIBILITY: Undergraduates and graduates in good academic standing are eligible to apply. Graduating high school seniors who have been accepted for the fall semester at a college or university and are at least 18 years old may also apply. APPLICATION FORMS: Prospective applicants must complete the standard SUNY application form. These forms are available from the Center for the Study of Canada and International Programs at SUNY Plattsburgh and may be obtained by calling or writing to the address below.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
First session: March 15
Second sessions : April 1
ALL INQUIRIES AND APPLICATION DOCUMENTS SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO:
OTHER FRENCH IMMERSION PROGRAMS IN QUÉBEC PROVINCE DURING THE SUMMER: In addition to this program at Université de Montréal, the Center sponsors similar programs at the Université du Québec in Chicoutimi and at Université Laval in Québec City. Details may be obtained by visiting our website: http://www.Plattsburgh.edu/studyabroad or by contacting the Center.