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Overview
Click to OpenLearn about business in a hub for the European aerospace industry and tourist hotspot. Toulouse is a student-friendly city in the south of France — take courses at one of the nation’s best undergraduate business schools, pursue an internship with a local or international company, and explore the city through excursions and homestays.
Unique experiences
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Study at France’s
top-ranked undergrad business school with international students.
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Enjoy multi-day excursions
and visits to local companies around the vibrant university town.
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Use the rail system
to explore the Mediterranean coast and the Pyrenees.
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people living in Toulouse
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universities in the city
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museums
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Location & Culture
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Your Destination
Situated in the South of France between the Mediterranean and the Atlantic, Toulouse offers easy access to the Atlantic, the mountains, and the Mediterranean when you’re not studying — not to mention the music, art, and festivals. The fourth largest city in France, with the second largest student population in the country, Toulouse offers students the opportunity to learn about France’s past and present while experiencing life in a dynamic city.
The Culture
EXCURSIONS & ACTIVITIES
- CIEE takes you on a multi-day excursion to a place of cultural importance and relevance to the business and culture focuses of your program.
- Explore Mediterranean coastal towns and villages.
- Head southeast and explore major cities like Sete or Marseille.
PROJECTS
Volunteering. Volunteer at a food bank, women’s shelter, primary or secondary school, or local independent movie theatre, tutor children after school, or work on an organic farm.
Internships. Immerse yourself in the French work environment as you build business skills and experience the nuances of working with people from different cultures.
Daily Life
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HOUSING
Homestay: Students live with homestay families in Toulouse to promote integration into the local culture and reinforce daily use of French.
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MEALS
Homestay: All meals are offered at the homestay on the weekend, and students typically eat breakfasts and dinners with their homestay families on the weekdays. Lunches during weekdays can be purchased at local cafes, restaurants, and markets throughout the city.
Toulouse, France Where You'll Study
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Toulouse Business School
A 25-minute walk from the CIEE Study Center.
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L’Institut Catholique de Toulouse
2 minutes from the CIEE Study Center
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CIEE Study Center
located in historical downtown area
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The program detailsStudy at two prestigious schools: the Toulouse Business School, one of France's top-ranked undergraduate business schools, and the Institut Catholique de Toulouse, one of the oldest private universities in the world. Explore business, economics, history, art and art history, international affairs, and culture while improving your French language skills.
The Toulouse Business School(TBS). Founded in 1903, TBS is one of a select group of business schools that has earned all three international accreditations: EQUIS, AMBA, and AACSB. It’s also among the top 20 in the Financial Times’ ranking of the best master’s in management in Europe and was rated number one in the SMBG ranking of the best bachelor’s in management and business management.
Institut Catholique de Toulouse (ICT)is an academic and research center that continues the legacy of Toulouse’s Medieval University, founded in 1229. ICT provides individual attention for international students and offers some courses in English and a large variety in French.
Academics
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OVERALL GPA
Students need to have a GPA of at least 2.5.
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Curriculum
Program Credit
- Total credit, semester: 15–18 semester / 22.5–27 quarter hours
- French language courses include 60 contact hours for 4 semester / 6 quarter credits
- All CIEE area studies courses include 45 hours for 3 semester / 4.5 quarter credits
- Most courses at the Toulouse Business School include 15 to 30 contact hours, for 1–2.5 semester / 1.5–3.75 quarter credits
- Most Institut Catholique de Toulouse courses include 18-30 contact hours for 1-2.5 semester / 1.5-3.75 quarter credits
Students are required to take the following:
- One French language course
- At least one CIEE culture course
- At least one CIEE business course
- Direct enrollment business electives for 5-8 U.S. credits at CIEE, Toulouse Business School or Institut Catholique de Toulouse
Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
Spring 2019 Courses
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The following language courses are available to CIEE students with experienced professors from Institut Catholique de Toulouse. Students on this program will take one language course, class placement will be determined once students arrive on-site.
- FREN 1001 TOFR: French - Beginning I
- FREN 1002 TOFR: French - Beginning II
- FREN 2001 TOFR: French - Intermediate I
- FREN 2002 TOFR: French - Intermediate II
- FREN 3002 TOFR: French - Advanced I
- FREN 3001 TOFR: French for Business
*FREN 3001 TOFR, FREN 3002 TOFR: French for Business and French – Advanced courses requires 4+ semesters of college-level French or equivalent.
CIEE BUSINESS COURSES
Students select at least one CIEE Business class for 3 semester credits.
- BUSI 3002 TOFR: The Aerospace Industry
- BUSI 3001 TOFR / ECON 3001 TOFR: European Economic Integration and its Impact on the French Economy
- INSH 3003 TOFR: Internship
CIEE AREA STUDIES (CULTURE) COURSES
Students select at least one CIEE Culture course for 3 semester credits.
- COMM 3301 TOFR: Intercultural Communication and Leadership
- AHIS 3001 TOFR: Masterworks of French Art
- FSCI 3001 TOFR: France: Gastronomy, Nutrition, and Public Health
TOULOUSE BUSINESS SCHOOL (TBS)
Students will choose business courses either at TBS and/or at ICT for 3-8 semester credits in order to meet the 15-18 total semester credit enrollment requirement. In order to avoid scheduling conflicts, we recommend that students select courses at either TBS or ICT.
The spring semester at TBS is divided into six periods. Students can select no more than 1 course per period, either in French or in English. They can also decide to skip periods depending on the number of credits they need. Courses are offered in a modular format of 15, 30 OR 36 contact hours each.
Below is a list of sample courses from which CIEE students may choose. Please note this list is subject to change:
- Energy and Environment Challenges
- Ethics and Compliance to Improve Companies’ Performance : Fight against Money Laundering and Corruption
- Philanthropy and Sponsorship
- Sustainable Business and Inclusive Business
- From CSR to Social Business
- Marketing Solutions towards Sustainability
- Innovation, Collaborative Spaces, and New Business Models for Social & Business Impact
- Natural Resources Management and Climate Action
- Nudging Consumer Behavior: Fighting Obesity, Equality Promotion and Protecting the Planet
- Religion and the Workplace
- Competition Policy and Business Strategies
- Competitive Strategies in Healthcare Market
- Market Intelligence
- Communication and Client Relationship
- Marketing and Innovation
- Marketing Analytics
- B2B Marketing
- Aerospace Marketing
- Human Resource Management
- Global Talent Management
- Recruitment, Selection and Assessment
- Managing across Borders
- International Business Negotiation and Conflict Management in HRM
- Corporate Crisis Communication: Theory & Practice
- Financial Analysis
- Controlling
- Business Modeling & Forecasting
- Financial Accounting, Management Accounting and Control
- Strategic Management
- Leadership in a Dynamic Global Environment
- Practical Aspects of International Trade
- International Institution
- International Business
- International Branding & Communication
- International Business Skills
- Economics and Social Issues in the Iberic World
- Operations Management
- Operational Procurement
- Improving Supply Chain Performance
- Business Modeling and Forecasting
- Leadership for the Professionals
- Designing and Developing Small Companies
- Corporate Finance 1
- Corporate Finance 2
- Financial Markets
- International Financial Management
- Earth Sciences and Life Sciences
- Arms Industry & Industrial Policy
- Coding & Artificial Intelligence
- Long-term Growth, Innovation & Intellectual Property
- Fablab, Patent Designs
- Intellectual Property, Economics and Strategic Asset for Companies
INSTITUT CATHOLIQUE DE TOULOUSE (ICT)
- ICT courses are offered on a weekly basis throughout the semester for a total number of contact hours ranging from 10 to 36 classroom hours hours for 1-2.5 semester / 1.5-3.75 quarter credits.
- Students will choose business courses either at TBS and/or at ICT for up to 3-8 semester credits in order to meet the 15-18 total semester credit enrollment requirement.
- Please note that some courses are offered in English, French and Spanish. You can choose to follow courses either in French, English, Spanish or a combination of the three.
INSTITUT CATHOLIQUE DE TOULOUSE (SPRING)
COMMUNICATION
- The Council of Europe (offered in English)
- European Construction (offered in Spanish)
- Marketing Fundamentals (offered in French)
- Benchmarking (offered in Spanish)
- Political Economy of Communication (offered in English)
- Making of European Matters (offered in English)
- Community Assets and Cohesion Policy (offered in English)
- Digital Marketing (offered in French)
- Working and Negotiating in a Multicultural Environment (offered in English)
- Project Management (offered in French)
- Cobranding (offered in Spanish)
- Mediation and Conflict Resolution (offered in French)
- Marketing Trends (offered in English)
- International Trade: Main Actors and Challenges (offered in French)
- Import and Export Operations (offered in English)
- Operational Marketing: Price and Communication (offered in French)
- International Sales Management (offered in English)
- International Business Communication (offered in English)
- International Project Management (offered in English)
- International Marketing (offered in English)
- Financial Accounting (offered in English)
BUSINESS
- Companies’ Internationalization Strategies (offered in French)
- International Trade (offered in French)
- Introduction to Accounting (offered in French)
- Import, Export (offered in French)
- Mathematics – Statistics (offered in French)
- Main Economic Issues (offered in French)
- Logistics and Geographical Approaches (offered in French)
- Trade Negotiation Techniques (offered in French)
- International Business (offered in English)
- International Project Management (offered in English)
- International Marketing (offered in English)
- Financial Accounting (offered in English)
- Civilization : English Perspective on World News (offered in French)
HISTORY
- Roman History (offered in French)
- Medieval History (offered in French)
- Geography (offered in French)
- Modern History (offered in French)
- Contemporary History (offered in French)
- Geography (offered in French)
- Introduction to Art History : methodological approach (offered in French)
- Urban Planning in Brazil (offered in French)
- Art Object : from Creation to Exhibition (offered in French)
- Modern History (offered in French)
- Contemporary History (offered in French)
- Geography (offered in French)
Literature
- Literature : History of European Literature (offered in French)
- French Literature : Tales and Other Youth Literature (offered in French)
- Literary Genres (offered in French)
- General Linguistics (offered in French)
- French Literature: 16th Century (offered in French)
- Comparative Literature : Renaissance and Humanism (offered in French)
- Medieval Literature and Literary Influences (offered in French)
- Comparative Literature : Humanism and Utopia (offered in French)
- French Literature: 20th – 21st Centuries (offered in French)
- Comparative Literature : South Francophonies (offered in French)
- New Literary Approaches (offered in French)
PSYCHOLOGY
- Cognitive Psychology : Learning Process and Memory (offered in French)
- Clinical Psychology : the Individual, the Subject, the Person (offered in French)
- Developmental Psychology : 0-3 year-old Children (offered in French)
- Psychotherapeutic Practices: Theories (offered in French)
- Developmental Psychology : 3-12 year-old Children (offered in French)
- Social Psychology : Representation of Self and Others (offered in French)
- Case Study : Therapeutic Management (offered in French)
- Social Psychology : Representation of Self and Others (offered in French)
- Cognitive Psychology (offered in French)
- Developmental Psychology : from 12 year-old to Adulthood (offered in French)
- Introduction to Psycho-ontology (offered in French)
- Introduction to Psychogerontology (offered in French)
- Research Methods in Psychology (offered in French)
PHILOSOPHY
- History of Antique Philosophy (offered in French)
- Metaphysics I (offered in French)
- History of Medieval Thoughts (offered in French)
- Introduction to Ethics (offered in French)
- Epistemology (offered in French)
- Philosophy of Culture (offered in French)
- Ontology (offered in French)
- Philosophy of History (offered in French
- Metaphysics II (offered in French)
MEDIATION
- Introduction to Communication - Theories and Strategies (offered in French)
- Introduction to Economy - Principles and Process (offered in French)
- Introduction to Marketing - Strategies and Financing (offered in French)
- Artistic Trends - Baroque, Rococo, Neoclassicism, Romanticism (offered in French)
- Scenography (offered in French)
- Communication Strategy (principles) (offered in French)
- Artistic Trends - Outsider Art, Pop Art, Urban Art (offered in French)
- Contemporary Art Workshop (offered in French)
- Photography (offered in French)
EDUCATION
- Cognitive-emotional Approaches to Learning (offered in French)
- Sociology of Educational Facts (offered in French)
- Conception of Learning Situations (offered in French)
- Didactics and Pedagogy (offered in French)
Fall 2018 Courses
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All students take one French course, offered specifically for CIEE students with experienced professors from Institut Catholique de Toulouse. Students are given a placement test upon arrival in Toulouse to determine the appropriate level of French instruction.
- FREN 1001 TOFR: French - Beginning I
- FREN 1002 TOFR: French - Beginning II
- FREN 2001 TOFR: French - Intermediate I
- FREN 2002 TOFR: French - Intermediate II
- FREN 3001 TOFR: French for Business
- FREN 3002 TOFR: French - Advanced I
*FREN 3001 TOFR: French - French for Business requires 4+ semesters of college-level French or equivalent.
CIEE BUSINESS COURSES
Students select at least one CIEE Business class.
- BUSI 3002 TOFR: The Aerospace Industry
- BUSI 3001 TOFR / ECON 3001 TOFR: European Economic Integration and its Impact on the French Economy
- INSH 3003 TOFR: Internship
CIEE ELECTIVE CULTURE COURSES
Students select at least one CIEE Culture course.
- FSCI 3001 TOFR: France: Gastronomy, Nutrition, and Public Health
- COMM 3301 TOFR: Intercultural Communication and Leadership
- AHIS 3001 TOFR: Masterworks of French Art
TOULOUSE BUSINESS SCHOOL (TBS)
Students may opt to take business courses at TBS and/or at ICT for up to 6 semester credits to meet the 15-18 total semester credit enrollment requirement. The following is a tentative course list and is subject to change.
TOULOUSE BUSINESS SCHOOL (FALL)
TBS courses are offered in a modular format. Please note that some courses are offered in English and French but you are required to choose either French-only or English-only courses at TBS (i.e., you must take all your TBS courses either in French or in English).
TOULOUSE BUSINESS SCHOOL TENTATIVE COURSE LIST (FALL)
TBS courses are offered in a modular format. Please note that some courses are offered in English and French but you are required to choose either French-only or English-only courses at TBS (i.e., you must take all your TBS courses either in French or in English).
- Financial Analysis (in English, credit: 1.5 semester)
- Management Control (offered in English as well as in French, credit: 1 semester)
- Macroeconomics (offered in English as well as in French, credit: 1 semester)
- Corporate Finance (offered in English as well as in French, credit: 1.5 semester)
- Business and Marketing (offered in English as well as in French, credit: 2 semester)
- International Trade (in English, credit: 1 semester)
- Business Statistics (offered in English as well as in French, credit: 1.5 semester)
- Corporate Social Responsibilities (offered in English as well as in French, credit: 1 semester)
- Operations Management (offered in English as well as in French; course in ENGLISH - credit: 2 semester, course in FRENCH - credit: 1 semester)
- Mathematics (in French, credit: 1 semester)
INSTITUT CATHOLIQUE DE TOULOUSE (ICT)
ICT courses are offered on a weekly basis. Please note that some courses are offered in English, French and Spanish. You can choose to follow courses either in French, English, or a combination of the two. ICT courses are subject to change.
INSTITUT CATHOLIQUE DE TOULOUSE TENTATIVE COURSE LIST (FALL)
- Basics of Economy (in English, credit: 0.5 semester)
- Budget and Commercial Management (in English, credit: 0.5 semester)
- Basics of Intercultural Communication (in English, credit: 0.5 semester)
- Corporate Communication (in English, credit: 0.5 semester)
- European Economy – Mechanisms for Stability and Growth (in English, credit: 0.5 semester)
- Marketing Strategy (in English, credit: 0.5 semester)
- Marketing Practices in Europe (in English, credit: 0.5 semester)
- Communication and Consumer Rights (in French, credit: 0.5 semester)
- Litigation Rules and International Trade (in Spanish, credit: 0.5 semester)
- Multinational Communication (in French, credit: 0.5 semester)
- Brand and Reputation (in Spanish, credit: 0.5 semester)
- Consumer Behavior (in French, credit: 1 semester)
- International Economics and Finance (in English, credit: 0.5 semester)
- General Accounting and Financial Analysis (in French, credit: 0.5 semester)
- The Cotonou Agreement (in English, credit: 0.5 semester)
- International Regional Economic Organizations (in Spanish, credit: 0.5 semester)
- Economic Environment: Market, Policies and International Relations (in French, credit: 1 semester)
- Marketing: Strategic Approaches and Customer Relationships (in French, credit: 1 semester)
- Operational Marketing: Product and Distribution (in French, credit: 1 semester)
- Team Management and Human Resource Management (in English, credit: 1 semester)
- Financial Mathematics (in English, credit: 1 semester)
- International Business: New Approach (in English, credit: 1 semester)
- Foreign Market Prospection and Surveillance (in English, credit: 1 semester)
- Commercial Law and European Institutions (in French, credit: 1 semester)
Scholarships
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CIEE offers more than $8 million in scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.
Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:
- Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
- CIEE Gilman Go Global Grant
To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application. Learn more at the Scholarships & Grants section of our website.
See more scholarship infoDates, Deadlines & Fees
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You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
YOUR FEE INCLUDES:
- Tuition
- Housing
- Some meals
- Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
- Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
- Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
- Field trips and cultural activities
- Overnight excursions
- Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext
- 24/7 emergency on-site support
To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, ask your college or university study abroad advisor if your school charges additional fees for study abroad.
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| Spring 2019 19 weeks | Jan 3, 2019 | May 18, 2019 |
$16,450
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Program FeesCIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $11,833 ** Housing = $4,150 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $16,450Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $1,200 International Airfare = $1,200 Local Transportation = $200 Books & Supplies = $200 Visa Fees = $165 Potential travel to consulate for visa = $500 Personal expenses = $2,900 Total Estimated Costs = $6,365Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $5 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, MSI grants, Gilman matching grants, and Pell matching grants. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students *** includes breakfast and dinner seven days a week |
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| Fall 2019 16 weeks | Apr 1, 2019 | Aug 29, 2019* | Dec 21, 2019* |
$16,450
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Program FeesCIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $11,833 ** Housing = $4,150 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $16,450Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $1,200 International Airfare = $1,200 † Local Transportation = $200 Books & Supplies = $200 Visa Fees = $165 †† Potential travel to consulate for visa = $500 Personal expenses = $2,900 Total Estimated Costs = $6,365Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $5 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, MSI grants, Gilman matching grants, and Pell matching grants. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students *** includes breakfast and dinner seven days a week † round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure †† average cost, including Campus France fees |
| Spring 2020 16 weeks | Nov 1, 2019 | TBD* | TBD* | |
| Academic year 2019-2020 16 weeks | Apr 1, 2019 | Aug 29, 2019* | TBD* |
$31,255
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Program FeesCIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $22,488 ** Housing = $8,300 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $31,255Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $2,400 International Airfare = $1,200 † Local Transportation = $400 Books & Supplies = $400 Visa Fees = $165 †† Potential travel to consulate for visa = $500 Personal expenses = $5,800 Expenses during break = $900 ††† Total Estimated Costs = $11,765Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $5 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, MSI grants, Gilman matching grants, and Pell matching grants. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students *** includes breakfast and dinner seven days a week † round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure †† average cost, including Campus France fees ††† academic year students who wish to stay onsite are responsible for arranging their housing and meals during the semester break |
*Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.
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Our Staff
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Marie-Anne Comoy
Program Assistant and Housing Coordinator
Marie-Anne Comoy has been part of the Toulouse team since the opening of CIEE Toulouse.
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Isabelle Jaffe
Director
A resident of Toulouse with American and French citizenship, Isabelle received her BA in English and philosophy. Isabelle has been running study abroad programs in France since 1998.
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