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Angers Summer Program

The 5-week ANGERS SUMMER PROGRAM (ASP) , taught entirely in English, offers a thorough understanding of how the European Union, and the delicately balanced cooperation between its member states, really functions. It also provides a first hand initiation into all the essential aspects of European business and its interactions with the United States and other regions of the globe. Students earn 8 credit hours (MBA 532, GBA 489 and/or an elective course). Please click here for a printable version of this information.

This year, the ASP will take place from June 18 to July 18, 2008.

How to Apply
Cost and Financial Considerations
Resources for Preparing

 Costs:

  • SIUE Tuition (8 hours) - approximately $1,400 (see tuition and fees web site for exact rates)
  • Meals: Vary with individual, usually $500 to $600
  • Passport: $97
  • Health Insurance: Each participant must send proof of valid international health insurance or travel insurance covering hospital care and repatriation (either in French or English)
  • Personal Expenses: Vary with individual, usually $115/ Month
  • Airfare: Depends, but typically $900 roundtrip
  • Fees for program: EUR 2200.00. The program fee covers:
    • Housing in Angers, Brussels and Paris.
    • All breakfasts in Angers, Brussels and Paris.
    • All lunches in Angers, Paris and on all-day field trips
    • Official farewell dinner in Paris.
    • Local transport in Angers (bus), Brussels and Paris (metro).
    • Transport Angers-Brussels and Brussels-Paris by high-speed train.
    • Company field visits and cultural field trips organized by ESSCA.
      Entrance fees and guided tours during the organized field trips.
    • Access to PC, Internet and library at ESSCA Angers & Paris
    • Assistance by course director

 Basic Pre-Departure Information:

  • Apply for passport after applying to the school at Circuit Court Clerk at the Madison County Courthouse 155 North Main Street Suite 120, Edwardsville, IL: Need Valid Drivers License, $97 Check or Cash, and passport photo (Available at CVS: 124 S Buchanan St , Edwardsville , IL).
  • Get an ISIC Card: Click here for more Information
  • Apply for Financial Aid: Click here for more Information
  • Shop for airline tickets: Expedia, Student Universe, STA Travel
  • Purchase phone card: Click here
  • Register at the Department of State: Click here
  • Leave a copy of your passport with the SIUE International Programs Office

* Contact students who have studied abroad

* Packing and Travel Tips

* Why Learn French?






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