Study in the French Riviera

French Riviera, France
Study in the French Riviera

About the Program

Study abroad in Antibes and experience life on the French Riviera, where history, culture, and the Mediterranean lifestyle come together. Stroll cobblestone streets, explore local markets, or visit Picasso’s former studio, all while practicing your French language skills and immersing in daily life. The CEA CAPA Study Center, located in Old Town Antibes, offers courses in business, communication, liberal arts, and French language and culture.

Requirements

Overview

Location:

French Riviera

Dates:

8/25/26 - 12/13/26

Price:

$20,995

Credits:

12 - 16

Deadlines

Apply By:

Closed

Withdraw By:

5/15/26

Requirements

Transcript - Official
Complete Application
Program Participation Agreement
$95 Online Application Fee

Eligibility

Education
Completed:

High School Graduate

Course Prerequisites:

Some courses may have prerequisites.

Minimum
GPA:

2.5

Foreign Language Proficiency:

All Levels

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Where You'll Study

12-16

Credits

Program Structure & Courses

You’ll enroll in 4-5 CEA CAPA courses.  CEA CAPA courses meet for 45 contact hours each, and CEA CAPA recommends 3 U.S. semester credits for each course. You will have the opportunity to earn up to 15 semester credits for your time abroad.

Prior to departure, you will select your preferred CEA CAPA courses and will be enrolled into courses based on their availability. It is in your best interest to have multiple alternative courses approved by your home university prior to your departure due to course availabilities. Please consult with your academic advisor at your home university on credit pre-approval guidelines.

All Levels 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
Basic Operations Management * 300 En 45 3
International Business 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Introduction to Programming 200 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
French Civilization & Culture 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Beginning French I 100 Fr 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Organizational Behavior: An Evidence-Based Approach * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Basic Operations Management * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Principles of Marketing 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Organizational Behavior: An Evidence-Based Approach * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
BUS 2201 Accounting for Business Decisions * 300 En 45 3
BUS 2202 Managerial Accounting * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
CHM 1101 General Chemistry I 200 En 60 4
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
CSE 1302 Consumer Computer Applications 100 En 45 3
CSE 2301 Advanced Computer Business Applications 200 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
BUS 2301 Macroeconomics * 200 En 45 3
BUS 2302 Microeconomics * 200 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
ENG 1001 Academic Research and Writing I 200 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
EVM 1020 Sustainable Transitions 100 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
HUM 2051 Civilization I: Ancient Through Medieval 300 En 45 3
HUM 2650 History and Culture of France 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
BUS 3703 Business Law * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
BUS 3501 Principles of Modern Management * 400 En 45 3
BUS 4303 People, Teams & AI Enabled Workplace 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
PHY 2001 Physics I 300 En 60 4
PHY 2091 Physics Lab I 200 En 15 1
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
HUM 3600 Geopolitics 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
SOC 2001 Introduction to Sociology 300 En 45 3

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Where You'll Stay

We offer different housing options to match your budget, preferences, and study abroad goals. 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.

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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 French Riviera. Inclusions vary by program – please contact our Enrollment and Advising team to find out what options are available for you.

  • Airport Welcome
  • Personalized Pre-Departure Advising
  • Visa & Immigration Advising
  • Financial Advising
  • Tuition and Registration
  • Onsite Orientation
  • City Tour
  • Onsite Staff Support
  • 24/7 Emergency Assistance
  • Travel Medical Insurance
  • International Emergency Service Support
  • Welcome & Farewell Events
  • Centrally Located Housing
  • Wellness Activities
  • Cultural Engagement
  • Language Exchanges
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Excursions
  • Student Clubs & Organizations
  • Host Institution Services & Amenities
  • Career & Re-entry Workshop
  • 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
August 25
Arrival/Program Begins

Official Program Start Date. Students must arrive at Nice Cote D'Azur International Airport (NCE) on this date in order to be eligible for airport pickup. Students will then be transferred to their assigned housing.

August 26 - 27
Orientation

Mandatory CEA CAPA orientation will be held.

August 31
Classes Begin

Classes begin at the CEA CAPA Antibes Center on this day.

September 02
Orientation

Mandatory SKEMA Orientation will be held.

September 07
Classes Begin

Classes begin at SKEMA on this day.

October 19 - 23
School Break

SKEMA is closed for Fall Break. No classes will be held.

November 30 - December 12
Final Exams

Final exams will be held.

December 12
Classes End

This is the last day of classes at the CEA CAPA Antibes Center.

December 12
Classes End

This is the last day of classes at SKEMA.

December 13
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.
$20,995
$20,995
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
$475
International Airfare & Transfers
Cost varies depending on time of purchase, point of origin and time of travel.
$700
$1,600
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.
$826
$826
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.
$336
$532
Meals
Includes the average expected cost for meals in housing option without a meal plan, such as daily groceries and eating out at restaurants. 
$1,173
$3,518
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.
$1,876
$3,752
Travel Expenses
Includes additional travel outside of CEA excursions. This cost varies according to the spending habits of the student.
$1,173
$3,518
TOTAL EXPENSES $27,079 $35,216