The SKEMA campus lies at the heart of Europe’s well known science park considered to be the European "Silicon Valley". Sophia Antipolis offers not only natural beauty, but also a high level of cultural and social life enriched by the diversity of its population. It is home to several higher education institutes and university departments. SKEMA’s immediate environment also includes more than 1,300 companies in sectors such as information and communications technology or biotechnology. SKEMA is a 60 min commute from IES Nice. SKEMA Courses SKEMA Course Catalog SPRING 2025 Registration for SKEMA...

As the fifth largest city in France, Nice is the capital of the French Riviera and an international metropolis with more than 160 different nationalities living and working in the region. Because Nice is a European and Mediterranean hub to the world (its international airport is just 5 km from the city center), the city is host to a large number of international businesses and schools, a center for innovation, and a celebrity hotspot. The region’s higher education system is renowned for its innovative capacities and international influence. International business is important in Nice, in...

The following section outlines the various options for each semester. You must take 15-19 credits per semester. IES Abroad French language course (required, 3 credits) IES Abroad area studies courses (optional, 3 or 4 credits each) SKEMA Business School courses (optional, most are 3 credits) Internship placement and seminar (optional, 3 credits) IES Abroad Nice Courses All area studies courses are taught in English. The lecture and discussion format of IES Abroad courses is similar to that of smaller liberal arts colleges in the United States. Classes are scheduled five days each week and...

Student Residence Hall There are several student residence in Nice. They are all located in the city center; you might be in the Riquier district or the Liberation district. You will live in a private studio room with a fully equipped kitchenette and a private bathroom. All rooms are provided with a single bed, lamp, desk, and closet or wardrobe. Student Apartment Student apartments in Nice are located in residential areas throughout the city. The size of apartments in Nice may differ from those in the United States. You will live in a 2 to 4 person apartment (with other IES Abroad students)...

You must arrive at your housing no later than 3pm on the official arrival date, and you must call the IES Abroad Center during office hours to let the staff know that you have arrived safely at your housing. If you are delayed during travel refer to your "Print Me Guide" for further instructions. You are encouraged to reserve a flight that has a mid-morning arrival to Paris, in order to have enough time to go through customs and immigration. On the official arrival date, all students should go directly to their housing. The most recommended way to arrive to your housing placement is by...

To complement your IES Abroad courses, you will have the option of enrolling in courses at our partner universities. We strongly encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity. It will not only be a unique educational experience, but it will also provide the opportunity to add another perspective of student life in France. You can also meet local students! The classroom atmosphere might be entirely different from what you experience on your home campus. Please keep in mind that you will have to be able to adapt to different classroom structures and expectations. Teaching styles may vary...

Paris School of Business To complement your IES Abroad courses, you will have the option of enrolling in courses at our partner universities. Enrollment in one Paris School of Business (PSB) course is included in the IES Abroad program fee. A fee applies for each additional outside institution course. The PSB campus is a thirty minute commute from the IES Abroad Paris center. We strongly encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity. It will not only be a unique educational experience, but it will also provide the opportunity to add another perspective of student life in France. You can...

Shortly after your arrival in Paris, you will begin your mandatory orientation. You will receive more information about specifically where and what time this orientation will take place closer to the official arrival date. During orientation, you will attend sessions about academics, housing, health and safety, and culture. You will also receive your course schedule. Following orientation, you will begin a mandatory five-day (Monday to Friday) period of intensive French language instruction which includes activities, outings, and orientation to French life.

Shortly after your arrival in Paris, you will begin your mandatory orientation. You will receive more information about specifically where and what time this orientation will take place closer to the official arrival date. During orientation, you will attend sessions about academics, housing, health and safety, and culture. You will also receive your course schedule. Following orientation, you will begin a mandatory five-day (Monday to Friday) period of intensive French language instruction which includes activities, outings, and orientation to French life.

Internships are available to students at an advanced level of French meaning that students must place into FR 352 or higher. Internship placement options for the Fall 2023 semester could be limited and/or virtual. Please note that internship seminar is hosted in-person at our IES Abroad Paris center. A short 20-minute commute separates our two Paris locations. If you require an internship for course credit, please speak to your IES Abroad advisor. Internships offer a unique, real-world experience combined with professional skill building and cultural immersion. Application Requirements...