Program Description and Admission Procedures
Spend a month this summer in Vichy, France! Renowned throughout Europe for its natural hot springs and effervescent thermal baths, Vichy is located 30 minutes from Clermont-Ferrand, Norman’s sister city, 2 hours from Lyon, and 3 hours from Paris. With only 40,000 residents, Vichy is a small relaxing town, but oriented towards academics with Blaise Pascal University at the center of it. The University serves its 14,000 students in over 250 programs from the campus in Vichy and others in the Auvergne region.

Students from Price College will be on campus in Vichy with other French and international students. All classes are taught in English by Price College faculty, with the additional participation of professors from Blaise Pascal University. Lectures complement other program activities that include business tours, overnight trips to other cities and areas of France (such as Paris, Lyon, Clermont-Ferrand), visits to museums, and an introduction to French culture and cuisine. Students will be housed in dorms, and they will have a choice to live by themselves or with a roommate.

When will the program take place?
May 15th through June 15th, 2008

Who can apply?
Any student enrolled in the Price College of Business who is a sophomore, junior, or senior in good academic standing. If you have any questions regarding your eligibility for the Spain Summer Study Abroad Program, please contact Dalynda Evans, Senior Academic Counselor 325-6021, dalynda@ou.edu

What classes would be offered?
Principles of Management (MGT 3013)
Principles of Marketing (MKT 3013)

Who are the Faculty?
IAnthony S. Roath, Assistant Professor of Marketing and Supply Chain Management

How can I apply for this program?
Complete an application package. After receiving the completed application packet, an interview will be scheduled, and students selected to travel abroad this summer to Spain will receive a formal acceptance letter. All fees and costs will be due upon admission into the program. If you have questions, please contact Ana Bolino, International Program Coordinator, 405-325-8880, abolino@ou.edu.

Application Process
The application process for the 2008 Summer Study Abroad Program in Vichy, France will begin December 17th, 2007 and, at that time, the online application forms will become available. Study abroad applications, scholarship applications, and all financial aid information will be accepted on a rolling admissions basis until Friday, February 22, 2008.

To apply, please submit your completed application to the PCB International Programs Coordinator. Your application will not be considered until all items are received.

1. Application form. (Download PDF file here).
2. An official University of Oklahoma transcript.
3. A personal statement detailing why you would like to participate in the program.
4. Scholarship application form
5. A faculty letter of recommendation.
6. A photocopy of your valid passport.
7. An application fee of $200 is due at the time of application. This fee is part of the total program cost and will be applied towards your program fee. Please read the section on Program Costs and Deadlines for a better explanation of fees, deadlines, and refunds. Any applications received after the deadline will be accepted if space is available, with an additional $50 late fee.
8. Payment information and refund policy statement signed by the student.[Top]

Program Costs and Deadlines
The program fee for studying abroad in Vichy, France is $2,500** and includes:

• Housing
• Meals
• International Health Insurance
• International Student ID Card
• Trips and Transportation While in France
• Airport Transfers
• University Services including Computer Room, Libraries, Sports Complex, etc.

** This program fee is subject to possible changes due to exchange rates and the number of students participating in the program. For example, if more than 15 students enroll in the Summer Study Abroad Program the program fee will be considerable lower.

The program fee does NOT include the following:

• Tuition - Based on current information, you should budget $1,500 for tuition (in state) and fees for six credit hours. If you qualify, financial aid may be available.
• Airfare to and from France – $1,000. This is an estimate; the actual price can be more or less depending on the carrier and timing of ticket purchase. Transportation must be arranged by the student. Late arrival or early departure is not permitted due to the nature of the study abroad program. Please do not buy the airline ticket prior to being accepted in the program.
• Textbooks and Other Class Materials - $100
  
• Spending Money - $500 (extra meals, laundry service, gifts, etc.). This amount is highly variable depending on your spending habits. [Top]

Payment Schedule

• A nonrefundable program deposit of $200.00 is due with the application form by February 22, 2008.
• A second payment of $1,500 is due by March 14, 2008.
• A final payment of $800 is due by April 1, 2008.
• Tuition is paid separately at registration.

Refund Policy

• If you are not accepted in the program your $200 application fee will be returned to you.
• If the program is canceled you application fee and all other program fees will be returned to you.
• If a student withdraws from the program before March 15th, he/she will receive a refund of the program cost, less the $200 fee (and late fee, if applicable).
• If a student withdraws from the program between March 16th and April 1st will receive a refund of 75% of the program cost, less the $200 fee (and late fee, if applicable). The students will not receive a refund for the expenditures related to the program that have already been made.
• If a student withdraws from the program between April 1st and April 15th will receive a refund of 50% of the program cost, less the $200 fee (and late fee, if applicable). The students will not receive a refund for the expenditures related to the program that have already been made.
• If a student withdraws from the program between April 16th and the departure date will receive no refund.
• Requests for withdrawal from the program must be made in writing to Ana Bolino, International Study Abroad Coordinator. In case of medical emergencies and substantiated and unforeseen circumstances exceptions may be made from the above refund policy. [Top]

Important Dates

• Applications for the program can be submitted starting December 17, 2007
• Deadline for applications is February 22, 2008.
• Last day to withdraw from program and receive a full refund (less the application fee) March 15, 2008.
• Program orientation day: April -- date to be announced
• Participants will return to OU in time for Summer II courses
• A complete Itinerary and Program Schedule will be available soon.
  

Financial Assistance
Due to the fact that you never lose your status as University of Oklahoma students, financial aid and other scholarship funds can be used to pay for tuition. Scholarships are available. Please contact Ana Bolino at 405-325-8880 or abolino@ou.edu for more information.

Contact Program Coordinator

If you have any questions or would like further information, please contact:

Ana Bolino
International Program Coordinator
Price College of Business
University of Oklahoma
Adams Hall Room 218
405-325-8880
abolino@ou.edu