“I learned a lot about myself. I gained several life lessons that I will apply in the future. Finally, I got to experience different cultures.”
Elizabeth Crawford, West Virginia University, Spring Semester Student
Elizabeth Crawford, West Virginia University, Spring Semester Student
Business, Marketing, Global Studies, Politics, Finance, French, Accounting, History, Sociology, and more!
Spring Semester (January – April/May)
Strasbourg, France; Brussels, Belgium; various cities in France and Germany
College Sophomore or higher with 2.5 GPA, all majors welcome
October 1
Housing and daily breakfast provided at the Chateau de Pourtales
Scholarships Available
Professional development opporutnities, field trips, local and international excursions, site and company visits
From the beginning to the end of Spring semester, Strasbourg’s unique charm will inspire you to become a student of culture. Nestled along the curve of the Rhine, Strasbourg sits at the intersection of French and German tradition. From pretzels to philosophy, wine to wieners, your learning won’t be confined to the halls of the University, as you will be exploring Europe from the seat of the European Parliament– gathering new insights to the people, cultures, foods, and ways of life.
During your program, you will take courses at both the Chateau and at the University of Strasbourg. All majors are welcome on this program and will be able to take courses in disciplines such as politics, business, French, humanities, global studies, finance, accounting, marketing, human resources, and economics. Classes are all available in English and you will have the opportunity to take courses at the University alongside French and other international students.
Spending a semester at the chateau means spending a semester in the center of Europe. You will have the placement to travel across the continent and also appreciate the transition from winter to spring. You could begin the semester skiing in the Alps or the Vosges (the mountain range to the west of Strasbourg), as the Europe blossoms, you may find yourself in the Netherlands looking at the tulips, or in Budapest for the Spring Festival. There is so much to explore and enjoy during the Spring semester!
Housing and daily breakfast at the Chateau de Pourtales
12-15 credits, transcripts, lectures, professional development opportunities
During your program, you will enroll in two courses taught at the European Study Center and will take the remainder of your courses at the University of Strasbourg, either at Sciences Po (IEP) or the Ecole de Management (EM). There is no foreign language requirement for this program as you will be able to take all of your courses in English.
Courses at the chateau are 3 US credit hours each, for a total of 6 US credit hours toward your semester courses. The courses will include both classroom instruction and service-learning/professional development elements and excursions. Course offerings at the Chateau for the semester are as follows:
Visit the Syllabi Library to download syllabi, get more information on courses, and read specific learning outcomes.
You will have the opportunity alongside French and International students at the University of Strasbourg. Courses are available in English, but you may still elect to take courses in French if you can document a high level of competency in the language. There are two tracks available for semester students, Political Science (IEP) and Business (EM).
When you enroll in courses at the University of Strasbourg, courses will be listed in ECTS (European Credit Transfer Service). In most cases, two courses at the University of Strasbourg will transfer back to your home university as a single 3-US-credit course (2:1 ratio). Work with your study abroad office to select the courses and determine the appropriate course numbers and identifiers for when they are transcripted.
There are too many courses available at the University for us to list them all here!! For updated course listings during each semester, visit the University’s website for your track (EM or IEP), or visit the Syllabi Library to download syllabi, get more information on courses, and read specific learning outcomes.
Application deadline | October 1 (Late applications accepted based on availability) |
$500 non-refundable deposit | Due within 7 days of invoice or October 15, whichever comes first |
First payment: $3,500 | Due by November 1 |
Final payment: $8,990 | Due by December 1 |
Arrival in Strasbourg PROGRAM BEGINS | Early January (TBA) |
Blocked Weekend - activities are planned on these days, please do not travel independently | TBA |
Blocked Weekend - activities are planned on these days, please do not travel independently | TBA |
Blocked Weekend - activities are planned on these days, please do not travel independently | TBA |
PROGRAM ENDS, check-out | Late April (TBA) |
Courses, Credits, and Transcripts | + Cultural Program CEPA Services | + Housing, breakfast daily, and some group meals | = Program Fee | |
Summer (5 weeks) | $2,550 | $1,770 | $1,470 | $5,790 |
Fall Semester (15 weeks) | $5,250 | $4,590 | $3,650 | $13,490 |
Spring Semester (Business Track, 15 weeks) | $5,250 | $4,590 | $3,650 | $13,490 |
Spring Semester (Politics Track, 19 weeks) | $5,250 | $4,590 | $4,150 | $13,990 |
Applications to this program are due on October 1.
Submit your application via CEPA Foundation’s secure online application portal. We believe that study abroad should be accessible to all, that’s why our applications are FREE! If you have any questions about the application or the program, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@cepa-foundation.org
To submit an application, visit the portal and:
Once your application has been reviewed, a member of our team will contact you with next steps to proceed with your onboarding and acceptance to the program.
Apply online or talk to our program advisors about what program is best for you!
Click here to submit your study abroad application online. Your international journey begins here at login.cepa-foundation.org
Click here to connect with our program advisors and learn more about how to make your study abroad dreams a reality.
CEPA Foundation
CEPA Foundation Application Portal
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The European Study Center Château de Pourtalès is a premiere location for academic year, semester, and summer study abroad programs in France.
161, rue Mélanie
67000 Strasbourg
FRANCE
+33 3 88 45 84 64
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