Mediterranean Basin Traveling Seminar

Mediterranean Basin Traveling Seminar

About the Program

Travel throughout the Mediterranean Basin where the streets are made of stone, olive trees trace the horizon, and turquoise waters sparkle along the coastline. This traveling seminar allows you to explore a variety of Mediterranean sites and eras, from Antiquity to the Middle Ages. Visit iconic sites like Pompeii, led by local guides and experts in the fields of history, art history, and archaeology. You’ll develop strong research and critical thinking skills as you connect sites to the visual arts. Course content will be delivered through multiple site visits, guest lectures, and in-class meetings. You’ll have the opportunity to select the subject area that best meets your needs from the list of courses available.

Travel to Athens, Mycenae, Corinth, Epidaurus, Delphi and Cape Sounion in Greece; Rome, Paestum, Pompeii and Naples in Italy; and Aix-en-Provence, Glanum and Arles in France! Check out the latest program itinerary for more details.

Requirements

Overview

Location:

Aix-en-Provence

Dates:

12/29/16 - 1/15/17

Price:

$5,295

Credits:

3

Deadlines

Apply By:

Closed

Withdraw By:

10/15/16

Requirements

$95 Online Application Fee
Complete Application
Advisor Approval Form
Transcript - Unofficial

Eligibility

Other:

Some students may attend US colleges/universities already affiliated with this host institution and therefore will not be eligible to attend this CEA program. Please call CEA for further details regarding eligibility specifics.

Education
Completed:

1 Year of College, although advanced High School graduates may be eligible

Foreign Language Proficiency:

All Levels

Minimum GPA:

2.5

Get a Flight Credit worth up to $500 when you apply with code* by May 30, 2025

Where You'll Study

3

Credits

Program Structure & Courses

You’ll enroll in 1 course that meets for a total of 45 contact hours/3 credits. You may earn a total of 3 credits (up to 45 contact hours).

Prior to departure, you will select your preferred course and be enrolled accordingly. Please consult with your academic advisor at your home university on credit pre-approval guidelines.

Mediterranean Basin Traveling Seminar Course Structure

Courses

The host institution has offered the following courses in the past. Please note that course listings will not be finalized until the start of the term.

*Courses with an asterisk indicate that the course has been associated with multiple subject areas.
Please click on the course title to view additional subject areas and detailed course information.

Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
ARCH 385 Greek and Roman Archaeology 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
ARH 385 Ancient & Medieval Classical Art and Architecture 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
CS 385 Muslims & Christians in Europe 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
HIS 385 Ancient and Medieval Mediterranean Cultural History 300 En 45 3

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Where You'll Stay

*Housing options may change and will be confirmed on the housing application form prior to the start of the term. Below are the housing options that have been offered in the past.

Excursions

Get out and explore! Excursions are offered for most semester, year, and summer programs. Semester students are typically offered between two to three excursions and summer study students are typically offered between one to two excursions. You'll receive a calendar of excursions during orientation; here are a few day and overnight excursions we've offered in the past.

What's Included in your Program

From housing to excursions, our programs include a variety of inclusions to enhance your study abroad experience! Here are examples that may be available in Aix-en-Provence. Inclusions vary by program – please contact our Enrollment and Advising team to find out what options are available for you.

  • Personalized Pre-Departure Advising
  • Visa & Immigration Advising
  • Financial Advising
  • Tuition and Registration
  • Airport Pick-up
  • Onsite Orientation
  • City Tour
  • Onsite Staff Support
  • 24/7 Emergency Assistance
  • Travel Medical Insurance
  • International Emergency Service Support
  • Welcome & Farewell Events
  • Centrally Located Housing
  • Cultural Engagement
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Excursions
  • Host Institution Services & Amenities
  • Official Transcript(s)

Sample Calendar

Below is a tentative itinerary for your program. Please note, dates and events below may change without prior notification. Contact CEA CAPA before purchasing airline tickets.

You will receive a finalized itinerary once you arrive onsite.

Note: Additional cultural activities/excursions or required course-related activities may be incorporated into your final itinerary. You are advised not to make personal travel arrangements until you have the final dates.

Date Description
December 29
Welcome Reception

Group Dinner

December 29
Orientation

Mandatory IAU Orientation will be held.

December 30
Classes Begin

Classes begin on this day.

January 02
Transfer

Students will be transferred to Florence and their new assigned housing.

January 04
Transfer

Students will be transferred to Rome and to their assigned housing.

January 09
Transfer

Students will be transferred to Athens and to their assigned housing.

January 12
Transfer

Students will be transferred to Mycenae (Olympia) and to their assigned housing.

January 14
Transfer

Students will be transferred to Delphi and to their assigned housing.

January 15
Program Ends/Move-Out

Official Program End Date. Students must move out of housing no later than this day.

Sample Budget

This budget contains costs that you can take to your financial aid office. Please note that amounts may fluctuate; we've included a range of costs.

Federal law allows the use of financial aid to cover "reasonable" costs of study abroad including round-trip transportation, tuition and fees for the program, living costs, passport and visa fees, health insurance, and more.

Please note that all costs and charges listed below are subject to change without notice. With the exception of Program Price, all costs are estimates and may vary.

Description Low-Cost High-Cost
Program Fee
Tuition and fees, registration, orientation, airport pickup, welcome and farewell receptions, housing, official transcript, cultural excursions/activities, student support services, CEA On-site Staff and administrative costs.
$5,295
$5,295
CEA Secure
CEASecure™ is an optional refund plan that allows students to withdraw for any covered reason up to one week before the program’s start date
$0
$275
International Airfare & Transfers
Cost varies depending on time of purchase, point of origin and time of travel.
$1,200
$1,500
Immigration Requirements
Includes passport and additional requirements such as visa, entry and exit fees, French Carte de Séjour, French University Administrative Fee (if applicable), or Italian Permesso di Soggiorno.
$110
$110
Books, Materials and Supplies
Includes books, school supplies, art supplies, and course fees. Does not include fees or supplies for optional courses. This cost varies depending on the course choices of the student.
$56
$140
Meals
Includes the average expected cost for food in addition to your meal plan, such as eating out at restaurants.
$300
$500
Personal Expenses
Includes telephone, laundry, local transportation, personal necessities and upfront payments for potential doctor visits. Please note, certain locations may require deposits to secure spots in CEA organized activities and excursions (deposits are returned at the end of the program if student attends activities/excursions or cancels participation before set deadlines). Some of these costs vary according to the spending habits of the student.
$100
$500
Travel Expenses
Includes additional travel outside of CEA excursions. This cost varies according to the spending habits of the student.
$0
$0
TOTAL EXPENSES $7,061 $8,320