Summer in Toulouse
Unique Experiences
Engage in conversations
on topics related to current events, sustainable environment, and social justice challenges
Investigate
the role and value of historical facts and myths leading to the French sense of identity
Compare
French eating habits and public health system with that of the United States
1.4 M
in the metropolitan area
2
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
90
miles from Toulouse to sea and mountains
Your Destination
Situated the South of France between the Mediterranean and the Atlantic, Toulouse offers easy access to ocean and mountains - not to mention music and art festivals. The fourth largest city in France with the second-largest student population in the country, Toulouse offers a unique fusion of traditional French culture and modern metropolitan facilities.
The Culture
Featured Excursion
Take day trips to spots like the medieval city of Carcassonne or the city of Albi.
Other Excursions & Activities
- Learn how to make France鈥檚 world-famous pastries鈥
- Visit Saint Sernin Basilica, the largest remaining Romanesque building in Europe鈥
- Go on a bike ride along Canal du Midi鈥
- Enjoy rowing on the Garonne River鈥
- Explore Toulouse鈥檚 outdoor market with fresh produce鈥
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Housing & Meals
Housing
51爆料 Toulouse offers a variety of housing options to ensure you are comfortable in鈥痽our home away from home. From homestays to residence halls, all housing has direct access to plenty of shopping, supermarkets, restaurants, and public transportation. All housing is within a 30- to 40-minute commute of 51爆料 Toulouse.鈥
Standard Housing:鈥疘ncludes an individual room in the home of a French family, with or without another 51爆料 student. Students share meals (breakfast and dinner on weekdays; all meals on weekends) and common spaces with the host family. Homestays are located under 40 minutes from 51爆料 Toulouse.鈥赌&苍产蝉辫;
Select Housing:鈥Includes a single room with a private bathroom and shared kitchen in a residence hall. Residence halls are located under 30 minutes from 51爆料 Toulouse.鈥Select housing requires an upgrade fee.鈥鈥赌&苍产蝉辫;
A note: The default criterion to assign housing is first-come, first-served; however, other factors may also be considered. If we cannot accommodate your first housing choice, we'll let you know before you arrive. Non-standard housing options require an additional fee that can be found in the program Dates and Fees.
Meals
Homestays: Students have breakfast and dinner with their host families on weekdays (they are responsible for lunch) and all meals on weekends.
Residence Halls: Meals are not included.
Getting Around
Students walk and use the metro and buses to get around. There鈥檚 also a bike-share system.
Academics
Students choose one, two, or three 4-week sessions and immerse themselves in France鈥檚 art, history, and culture. Courses include the opportunity to explore, art history, and/or French Gastronomy and nutrition, and/or migration and mobility in a global world. Students can also enroll in an optional Communicative French Language course taught in French (1 credit). In-class work is augmented with co-curricular visits to the city鈥檚 rich variety of cultural institutions and organizations relevant to the course offering.
Course Information
Course Notes
Students studying in France or other French-speaking countries for multiple sessions may only take the鈥疌ommunicative French Language鈥痗ourse once.鈥 鈥(GI)鈥 denotes courses that originated at 51爆料鈥檚 Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple Global Institutes and 51爆料 Sites.
Summer Session I 2025
Summer Session II 2025
Summer Session III 2025
Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between 51爆料 and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
"(GI)" denotes courses that originated at 51爆料's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple 51爆料 sites.
Scholarships & Grants
51爆料 offers scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.
Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:
- Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
- 51爆料 Gilman Go Global Grant
- MSI Grant
- 51爆料 STEM Scholarship
To be considered, submit the 51爆料 Scholarships & Grants application within your 51爆料 program application.
Dates & Fees
You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with 51爆料, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
Program |
Application Due |
Start Date |
End Date |
Fees & Housing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Program Summer Session I 2025 4 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $4,850 |
| Program Summer Session II 2025 4 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $4,850 |
| Program Summer Session III 2025 4 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $4,850 |
| Program Summer Session I and II 2025 8 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $8,730 |
| Program Summer Session II and III 2025 8 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $8,730 |
| Program Summer Sessions I, II and III 2025 12 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $12,610 |
To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via 51爆料's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.
Program Fees
51爆料 offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 51爆料 iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $3,150 ** |
| Housing | $1,200 *** |
| Insurance | $200 |
| Total Fees | $4,850 |
Optional Housing
51爆料 accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
| Select Housing Fee | $200 |
Financial Aid
51爆料 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $200 鈥 |
| International Airfare | $900 鈥犫赌 |
| Books & Supplies | $25 |
| Personal expenses | $150 鈥犫赌犫 |
| Other | $25 |
| Total Costs | $1,300 |
*non-refundable
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
鈥For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day and more on weekends. For students in apartments, you should budget approx. $280 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
鈥犫赌Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
鈥犫赌犫$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
Program Fees
51爆料 offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 51爆料 iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $3,150 ** |
| Housing | $1,200 *** |
| Insurance | $200 |
| Total Fees | $4,850 |
Optional Housing
51爆料 accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
| Select Housing Fee | $200 |
Financial Aid
51爆料 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $200 鈥 |
| International Airfare | $900 鈥犫赌 |
| Books & Supplies | $25 |
| Personal expenses | $150 鈥犫赌犫 |
| Other | $25 |
| Total Costs | $1,300 |
*non-refundable
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
鈥For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day and more on weekends. For students in apartments, you should budget approx. $280 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
鈥犫赌Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
鈥犫赌犫$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
Program Fees
51爆料 offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 51爆料 iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $3,150 ** |
| Housing | $1,200 *** |
| Insurance | $200 |
| Total Fees | $4,850 |
Optional Housing
51爆料 accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
| Select Housing Fee | $200 |
Financial Aid
51爆料 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $200 鈥 |
| International Airfare | $900 鈥犫赌 |
| Books & Supplies | $25 |
| Personal expenses | $150 鈥犫赌犫 |
| Other | $25 |
| Total Costs | $1,300 |
*non-refundable
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
鈥For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day and more on weekends. For students in apartments, you should budget approx. $280 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
鈥犫赌Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
鈥犫赌犫$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
Program Fees
51爆料 offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 51爆料 iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $5,830 ** |
| Housing | $2,400 *** |
| Insurance | $200 |
| Total Fees | $8,730 |
Optional Housing
51爆料 accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
| Select Housing Fee | $400 |
Financial Aid
51爆料 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $400 鈥 |
| International Airfare | $900 鈥犫赌 |
| Books & Supplies | $50 |
| Personal expenses | $300 鈥犫赌犫 |
| Other | $25 |
| Total Costs | $1,675 |
*non-refundable
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
鈥For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day and more on weekends. For students in apartments, you should budget approx. $280 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
鈥犫赌Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
鈥犫赌犫$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
Program Fees
51爆料 offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 51爆料 iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $5,830 ** |
| Housing | $2,400 *** |
| Insurance | $200 |
| Total Fees | $8,730 |
Optional Housing
51爆料 accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
| Select Housing Fee | $400 |
Financial Aid
51爆料 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $400 鈥 |
| International Airfare | $900 鈥犫赌 |
| Books & Supplies | $50 |
| Personal expenses | $300 鈥犫赌犫 |
| Other | $25 |
| Total Costs | $1,675 |
*non-refundable
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
鈥For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day and more on weekends. For students in apartments, you should budget approx. $280 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
鈥犫赌Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
鈥犫赌犫$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
Program Fees
51爆料 offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 51爆料 iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $8,510 ** |
| Housing | $3,600 *** |
| Insurance | $200 |
| Total Fees | $12,610 |
Optional Housing
51爆料 accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
| Select Housing Fee | $600 |
Financial Aid
51爆料 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $600 鈥 |
| International Airfare | $900 鈥犫赌 |
| Books & Supplies | $75 |
| Personal expenses | $450 鈥犫赌犫 |
| Other | $25 |
| Total Costs | $2,050 |
*non-refundable
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
鈥For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day and more on weekends. For students in apartments, you should budget approx. $280 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
鈥犫赌Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
鈥犫赌犫$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
What's Included
Tuition
Housing
Pre-departure Advising
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
On-site Staff
Full-time program leadership and support in your city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Travel Protection
51爆料 iNext travel protection
24/7 emergency on-site support
Our Staff
Isabelle Jaffe
Center Director
A resident of Toulouse with American and French citizenship, Isabelle received her Licence (BA) in English and philosophy and her master's degree in literature from the University of Paris鈥揕a Sorbonne...
Carolina Molina Mazariegos
Student Services and Cultural Activity Coordinator
Carolina holds a master鈥檚 degree in social sciences and food science. She was a professor of nutrition for seven years.
Get Started
1
Start an Application
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2
Connect With Your Campus Study Abroad Office
Share your plans and confirm you're on track to meet all required steps to go abroad.
3
Contact Us
Send us an email if you still have questions or need information about applying to this program.
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