Spend your spring term at Université Grenoble Alpes, a historic institution dating back to the 14th century and set against the stunning backdrop of the French Alps. Designed for second-term engineering sophomores, the Grenoble Engineering Program offers cutting-edge courses taught in English by French faculty—no prior language experience required. Advance your engineering studies while experiencing life in one of Europe’s most scenic and innovative academic hubs.
Key Facts
Area of Study
Location
Home University
Program Structure
Internship Availability
Term
Coursework Level
BU Hub Offered
Housing
Language of Instruction
Requirements & Considerations
- All students must enroll according to, and remain in compliance with, the Boston University Study Abroad Course Load Policy.
- Ideally suited for second-term sophomore engineering students
- Some courses carry prerequisites
- No prior language study is required
- Preference will be given to Engineering majors
- Admissions requirements for all programs
Curriculum
Housing & Student Services
Apartment Style Residences
- Students will live in shared rooms or apartments in residences.
- Rooms and apartments are furnished with a bed for each student, closet or dresser, table and chairs, and will have a shared bathroom(s).
- A meal plan is not included; however, students have access to an equipped kitchenette (including pots, pans, dishes, silverware, cups and glasses).
- Students will have access to local pay-per-load laundry facilities either in their building or at a nearby “Laverie” (Laundromat). Bedding, bed linens, and one bath towel per student is provided. Students should plan to bring or acquire onsite any additional bath towels.
- All residences are equipped with Wi-Fi
- Limited single rooms may be available, if for medical needs, for an additional charge.
Program Dates
Spring Term
Program Dates
Early January to Mid-May
Spring Term
Applications Open
June 1*
Spring Term
Application Deadline
September 1
Some programs have limited space and may fill up before the deadline.
This program is rolling admissions; applications are reviewed once all application materials are received, prior to all deadlines. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that all required materials are received by the BU Study Abroad office. Students are encouraged to apply as early as possible as some programs and internship tracks have limited space and may fill up before the deadline. Submitting a complete application prior to the application deadline, does not guarantee acceptance. Students will be emailed an admissions decision within three weeks of a completed application.
Information for BU Students Awaiting an Admissions Decision and exceptions to the standard admission calendar for all students can be found here.
Please note: Non-U.S. citizens must contact BU Study Abroad prior to submitting an application.
Cost & Financial Considerations
- 2025/2026 Tuition & Fees: $42,284
Cost includes tuition, housing, program related activities, administrative fee, overseas medical insurance and emergency evacuation coverage. - Estimated program budget including cost of living expenses.
- Grants and Scholarships available