Institut d’Études Politiques de Paris (Sciences Po) Exchange, Paris, France

The exchange between Boston University and Institut d’Études Politiques de Paris (Sciences Po) makes it possible for well-qualified Boston University students to study at Sciences Po for one academic year, normally in their junior year.

The BU Paris Academic Center, including administrative offices and classrooms, is located in the fifteenth arrondissement, within walking distance of the Eiffel Tower.

Program Curriculum

Sciences Po is well known for its strong programs in political science, international relations, and history, although students from other disciplines are encouraged to apply. BU students must take their courses in French.

Program Details

Requirements	Boston University students only Declared major prior to acceptance as an exchange student Applicants to the program must have completed at least five semesters of college-level French and must demonstrate a high level of proficiency in the language. Priority will be given to students enrolled in a French language course within the year preceding their semester in Paris. Admissions requirements for all programs
Program Dates	Academic Year: late August to late May Program participants will be notified of any changes to the program calendar.
Cost	2011/2012 Tuition & Fees: $24,564 per semester Cost includes tuition, housing, cultural reimbursements, round-trip airfare from a designated US city, and emergency travel assistance coverage. The cost for 2012/2013 has not yet been announced and will be subject to approval by the Board of Trustees at Boston University.
Application Deadlines	Academic Year: March 1 Review of applications will begin according to the following timetable.

Program Staff

The Institut d’Études Politiques de Paris Exchange is administered by staff at Boston University. A program manager oversees the admissions and orientation procedures, and maintains contact with students prior to their arrival in Paris. The Boston office also houses administrative personnel who are responsible for everyday operations.

• Leilani Olson, Assistant Director