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CIEE Open Campus Block in Nice, France (Directory Program)

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  • Locations: Nice, France
  • Program Terms: Fall, Spring
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: CIEE 
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Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English, French Housing Options: Apartment (shared), Dormitory, Homestay
Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: Business Program Type: Study Abroad
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Program Description:

Open Campus Block

Nice, France

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Program Overview

Your Open Campus Block program in Nice gives you the freedom to build a study abroad experience that fits your schedule while living on the beautiful French Riviera. You’ll enroll in CIEE courses and online courses taught through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU. Step beyond the classroom through co-curricular and extracurricular activities like wandering the colorful streets of Vieux Nice, browsing open-air markets filled with local specialties, relaxing along the Mediterranean beaches, and discovering the art and culture that define the Côte d’Azur. It’s an opportunity to experience daily life in one of France’s most picturesque coastal cities.

Unique Experiences

Visit Cours Saleya Market

a daily market with fresh produce, flowers, and local flavors

Discover Nice from the French Riviera

on a boat excursion on the sea

Activate your senses exploring the historic Fragonard Perfume house

operating since 1926 producing perfume, soap, and cosmetics

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Program Highlights

  • Unmatched Flexibility: Spend one, two, or three consecutive 6-week blocks in the same host city or travel between cities for a comparative cultural experience. 
  • Academic Courses: Choose from CIEE courses and online courses delivered by CIEE’s global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major. 
  • Immersive Experiences: Participate in activities, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture, values, and local art, film, music, cuisine, and sports scenes. 
  • Community Impact Initiative: Get involved with local organizations through service opportunities that address real community needs while building cross-cultural connections and hands-on experience. 
  • Academic Projects: Enroll in an optional for-credit academic project that aligns with your goals, qualifications, resume, and availability of placements.
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Excursions & Activities

CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Nice will open doors for you to explore France’s rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.

Samples of excursions and activities:  

  • Take a day trip to Cannes to visit the home of the famous film festival, walk La Croisette, and enjoy Le Suquet   
  • Enjoy coastal walks around Cap Ferrat peninsula or Cap d’Antibes to enjoy the stunning views of the Mediterranean 
  • Visit the Marc Chagall and Matisse Museums that showcase artists who have lived and worked on the Côte d’Azur

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.  

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What's Included

  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
  • Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
  • Orientation – an introduction to your new culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
  • Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
  • Field trips and cultural activities
  • Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext Travel Protection
  • 24/7 emergency on-site support

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GAIN Travel Grants - up to $2,000 toward travel costs guaranteed to all Pell-elgible students.

Gilman Go Global Grants - $2,500/semester and $1,000/summer, guaranteed to all Gilman applications.

Merit-Based Scholarships - $2,500/semester and $750/summer, awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

Minority Serving Institutions (MIS) Grant - $2,000/semester and $500/summer, guaranteed to all students attending MSIs.

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Why CIEE

  • 200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
  • $8 million in scholarships offered each year
  • 1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
  • Study tours and cultural activities included
  • Internships and volunteering opportunities
  • Rigorous academics
  • Cultural immersion
  • iNext travel protection included

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