Programs : Brochure

This program provides students the opportunity to use their French language skills in both a study-center environment and in classes at the Institut Catholique de Toulouse. In addition to language courses, coursework in art, culture, literature, communication, history, psychology, and educational studies are on offer, in a mix of English and French. Toulouse, a dynamic and diverse city that has both a deep history and is a major aerospace and technology hub, is very close to the Mediterranean, the Atlantic, Spain, the microstate of Andorra, and the major pilgrimage site of Lourdes. Students will live and share most meals with a French-speaking family. CIEE provides opportunities for students to volunteer with local organizations, and internship opportunities are available via an internship seminar. This program is offered in conjunction with the Department of French and Italian.
 

VISA NOTICE: 

**For this program, students will need to apply for a French visa. This requires an in-person appointment at a TLScontact center (replaced VFS Global as of 04/18/25), so students should expect to travel to their visa appointment. This is included on the budget sheet for visa cost estimates. 

• If apply for spring study abroad: Do not plan international travel during Thanksgiving or Christmas Break if you are applying for a French visa. 
• Find a French visa guide here for more information. 
• TLScontact application center locations: Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, San Francisco, Seattle, and Washington DC.

Note About Arizona State University Courses

CIEE offers the option to enroll in online Arizona State University (ASU) courses in many program locations. Students who are approved by Vanderbilt Study Abroad to participate in a CIEE program are not permitted to enroll in online ASU courses. Vanderbilt does not award credit or funding for online courses taken abroad.