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Univ. of Lyon

Program Overview

​Attend regular university courses with French and international students and experience France and its culture firsthand. You will study at the Université Lumière Lyon 2 and the Institut d’Études Politiques de Lyon (IEP), both of which are located in the beautiful historical center of Lyon.

Situated at the confluence of the Rhône and the Saône rivers, Lyon has always been at the crossroads of the cultures of Europe and beyond. Today, it is an important European center of business and a diverse, cosmopolitan city. It is the capital of France’s renowned wine region, Rhône-Alpes, and the surrounding area has glaciers and warm river valleys, mountains and lakes, some of the most beautiful medieval villages, and the best skiing in the world.
 
For a peek into life in Lyon, check out this video by a UCEAP Lyon participant! 
 
Students attend classes with host country students.

Language of Instruction

French


Language Study

French


Duration

Go to the Participants section to see current or past calendars.
 
Fall :  
​mid/late August to mid/late December

Year :  
​mid/late August to mid-June

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​You can sign up for the fall semester program and decide after you arrive to stay for the year.

Housing

​With support and advice from the UC Lyon Study Center, you will look for your term housing before departure or after you arrive. You can look for a room in a private home, share an apartment with others, or rent a studio. You can also choose to live in a homestay with a French family. During the ILP, you will live in a residence.



Extracurricular Activities

You can participate in the sporting life at the University of Lyon through their Department of Sports and Physical Activities. Visit the student associations website to see what other campus opportunities are available to you. The city of Lyon is alive with cultural opportunities including opera, museums, music, theater, dance, and more!

If you are interested in participating in volunteer work in Lyon you should contact France Bénévolat. This is a very active association that centralizes most of the requests for volunteer opportunities in the city and they would be happy to welcome UCEAP students to participate in their events.



On-site Support

​UCEAP students are supported by UC’s network of UCEAP offices at every UC campus and partnerships with UCEAP host universities throughout the world. Local UCEAP staff in Lyon will help you integrate into French culture and provide assistance with academics, housing, safety, and other issues.

​See the UCEAP Program Guide (PDF) for program-specific details about host institutions, program structure, and courses; academic culture and conduct; internships, research, & independent study; units, exams, and grades; orientation; housing; and information about the intensive language program (if applicable).
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University of Lyon

University of Lyon
The University of Lyon is a two hundred year old institution situated in the center of the city on the banks of the Rhone. After a large recent remodeling, the University of Lyon is now home to many modern educational buildings placed directly alongside older, 19th century halls and classrooms. UCEAP students take courses at University of Lyon 2, also known as Université Lumière, which is comprised of four different departments: Humanities and Social Science, Society and Environment, Economics and Management, and Law.  
 
Université Lumière 2

Four fields of study, each with multiple subjects to choose from

  • Humanities and Social Sciences: Languages, Foreign Literature and Culture; Applied Modern Languages; Performing Arts; Information and Communication; Latin and Greek; Modern Literature; Music; Psychology; Cognitive Science; and Language Sciences
  • Society and Environment: Public Administration; Planning; Anthropology; Geography; History; History of Art and Archaeology; Education Science; Political Science; and Sociology
  • Economics and Management: Economic and Social Administration, Econometrics, and Economics and Management
  • Law 
IEP (Institut d'Études Politiques)
  • Part of the national network of IEPs under the Fondation Nationale de Sciences Politiques
  • Focuses on a multidisciplinary approach of studying political science by combining history, law, political studies, and economics

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Course Opportunities

​You take regular university courses in this program. Many academic disciplines in the humanities and social sciences are available. All instruction is in French. While most applicants have only two years of university-level French before departure, on-site language study plus immersion in daily life in France accelerates your language acquisition and makes taking courses taught in French both feasible and rewarding.

Use the following resources to learn about courses on UCEAP:

Units

​You will take a full-time course of study while abroad.
ILP: 4 UC quarter units (2.7 semester units)
Term: 18 UC quarter units (12 semester units)



Internships, Research, and Independent Study

​Internships for academic credit and independent study may be possible in this program. In order to participate in an internship in Lyon you will need to contact the study center and identify the fields that you ​are interested in prior to departure. The final arrangements for your internship will be made after arrival.

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Participation in UCEAP is a great value! The cost of studying abroad on UCEAP programs is typically less than that of non-UC study abroad programs. The dollar figures listed in the chart below represent an estimate of: 1) the UCEAP fees for the current year, and 2) the additional amount needed to cover your living expenses in this location. Estimates for personal travel, entertainment and Non-Resident (out of state) Fees are not included.
 
Keep in mind that on UCEAP you take your financial aid with you. The amount of your financial aid package will take into account the total estimated costs of this experience. One advantage of selecting UCEAP for study abroad is that we facilitate the process by working with your UC Financial Aid Office (FAO), informing them of your UCEAP participation and providing them with your UCEAP budget. Just like your UC Campus billing office, we receive your financial aid and scholarships from your FAO, apply it to cover the UCEAP program fees, and disburse any remaining aid on a set schedule.
 

Estimated EAP Costs *

OptionWeeksUnits (Qtr)Units (Sem)UCEAP Fees 1Additional Costs 2
(Estimated)
 
Fall172214.7$9,700$7,700
Year414026.7$15,900$14,700
 
* Estimates do not include Non Resident Fees. If you are subject to out-of-state tuition at your UC campus, you will pay Non-Resident Fees on UCEAP.

1 UCEAP Fees: This represents an estimate of UCEAP fees for the current year. Actual amounts will vary due to potential changes to UC fees, exchange rate fluctuation, etc. This figure includes UC tuition and fees for undergraduate, in-state residents. For a detailed breakdown of what’s included in this estimate, visit the Participants Portal and select the appropriate program. Non-Resident Fees apply: If you are subject to out-of-state tuition at your UC campus, you will pay non-resident fees on UCEAP.

2 Additional Costs: Average living expenses include but are not limited to room and board, transportation, books, supplies, and other incidentals and do not include recreational travel or entertainment. The total cost will vary depending on your personal expenses, exchange rate fluctuation, and the program you attend. For a detailed breakdown of the estimate, visit the “Cost” tab of the appropriate program.

All fees are subject to change without notice.

These expenses are estimated for 2013-14. Actual amounts will vary due to potential changes to UC fees, exchange rate fluctuation, etc. For a more detailed breakdown of 2013-14 payment information, visit the Participants Portal and select the appropriate program.  Estimates do not include Non Resident Fees. If you are subject to out-of-state tuition at your UC campus, you will pay Non Resident Fees on UCEAP.
 
Here’s what is included in the estimate:
 
  • Predeparture expenses (student visa, health clearance, etc.)
  • Round-trip airfare
  • UC fees
  • Tuition at the University of Lyon
  • Accident and medical insurance
  • On-site orientation
  • Intensive language program
  • Room and board
  • Program excursions and activities
  • Books and other incidental expenses
  • Local transportation
  • Automatic transfer of credits and grades to your UC transcript
While on UCEAP, you are covered by UC’s accident and medical insurance, including non-medical benefits, and 24/7 travel assistance anywhere in the world.​

Scholarships

UCEAP scholarships are available. Please visit our scholarships overview page for general information and details  regarding eligibility requirements and application deadlines.

Eligibility

Class Level:

Junior, Senior, Graduate

Language Prerequisites:

French
- The University-level language requirement is: minimum 2 years (6 quarters / 4 semesters) with a minimum language GPA of 2.85.

GPA:

2.85 cumulative GPA at the time of application and maintained through the end of the last term prior to departure.

All applicants must also have:

  • Serious academic goals and a clear plan for integrating EAP studies into the student's UC degree program.
  • Social, interpersonal, and cross-cultural sensitivity; maturity; willingness to adapt successfully to different living and academic environments; appropriate behavior in a variety of situations.
  • A willingness to abide by program regulations.
  • Completed all campus- and program-specific requirements.

Application Information and Deadlines

Application deadlines and information on the application process are available through your Campus EAP Office. Supplemental predeparture materials will be required for many programs, including, but not limited to, host institution applications, visa and housing applications, medical clearances, etc.

For participation in the program, you must meet all deadlines and submit complete application materials.

These are minimum requirements. Your Campus EAP Office determines selection and final admission.  

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