While in Arles, we want to ensure you have every opportunity to immerse yourself in new experiences. That’s why our IES Abroad Arles Center staff is committed to providing outstanding academic and student support services. We take care of the details, so you can soak up every moment of your French experience. The IES Abroad Arles Center is located in the center of Arles near the Théâtre d’Arles. Our Center is your connection point for all things IES Abroad. Take your IES Abroad courses and get projects done in the multimedia Center space Stay connected using the high-speed Wi-Fi Soak up some...

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Housing Introduction Your housing in Arles will be reflective of the local norms. Rooms are likely smaller than you are used to, and commuting (by foot) is an absolute must as many housing options are located in residential areas rather than on a campus or designated solely for university student use. As you fill out your Housing Form, keep in mind the following factors that are considered when housing placements are made: IES Abroad only locates housing in safe areas of the city. Single rooms are rare and cannot be guaranteed. Cohabitation in IES Abroad located housing is prohibited. Housing...

For more location-specific tips, check out these packing tips from former IES Abroad students. The climate of Arles is fairly similar to that of the southern United States, with summer temperatures ranging from 70 to 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Your homestay will likely not have an air conditioning unit, so take that into consideration when packing. The Center staff also recommend packing a bathing suit for weekend visits to the beach! Students who are sensitive to mosquito bites should also consider bringing insect repellant. You should bring at least one formal outfit for special occasions. For...

Arles Center On-Site Contact Center Address IES Abroad Arles Center, 2 rue Etienne Gautier, 13200 Arles, France Center Hours Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Closed 9am to 5pm 9am to 5pm 9am to 5pm 9am to 5pm 9am to 5pm Closed

Arles Center Emergency Contact From the US: 011.33.626.226.403 From France: 0626.226.403 Emergency contacts are on-site IES Abroad staff, and they speak English. Please do not (and remind friends and family not to) use these numbers except in cases of real emergency and to keep in mind time differences.

Social Media Instagram: @iesabroadarles YouTube: IES Abroad Arles playlist Learn from Past Students Read student blogs. Contact a past participant.

Food & Drink Groceries per week, if you cook every meal at home €80 Breakfast at a restaurant €10-15 Lunch at a restaurant €10-20 Dinner at a restaurant €20-35 Soft drink €3 Coffee €3-5 Housing Key replacement fee (if key is lost, stolen, or damaged) €0-10 (Depending on housing) Local transportation Weekly tram and bus pass €40 Monthly tram and bus pass €100 Bike Rental and lock €50-75 for full term Personal Necessities Toiletries per week €5 Laundry per week €10 (for detergent or other supplies) Social Activity & Entertainment Movie Ticket €14 Concert/Theater performance Varies Museum entry...