NEOMA Business School
UW-W Exchange Program
| Location |
Rouen, France |
| Academic Focus |
Business |
| Eligibility |
2.75 GPA, Business Majors, Junior standing |
| Language of Instruction |
English and French |
| Terms |
Fall, Spring, Year |
| Partner Website |
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Studying at NEOMA Business School offers students a unique opportunity to take a wide range of business courses taught in English and French while experiencing French culture and a modern and dynamic international campus environment. No prior knowledge of French is required.
Rouen is an attractive and lively city with 600,000 inhabitants which include 2,000 international students and around 80 different nationalities. Rouen is the capital of Normandy and is known as the city of art and history, with gothic and medieval alleys and monuments.
Academics
This exchange program is open to business majors. Students may choose from a wide of courses in the areas of business and French language and culture. Rouen Business School is an accredited business school ranked top ten in France, with a proud tradition of over 140 years in higher education serving both graduate and undergraduate students. The university provides students with a quality education through business simulation, company partnerships, international partners, and the alumni network. For a complete course listing, please reference the following:
NEOMA Business School Course Catalog 2019-2020
Accommodation
Exchange students will have the option to either live on campus (single room, one bath for every two rooms, on-site cooking facilities), or in a homestay with a French family. Other options include private residences, sharing with French students, or renting an apartment in the city. The campus is located 10 minutes outside of the city center with a excellent public transportation system. For more information on accommodation,
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NOTE: Housing costs are required to be paid in full prior to arrival in France.
Student Life and Surroundings
Exchange students have the opportunity to become integrated into an international university program and experience life in France. Rouen Business school organizes regular opportunities for students and companies to meet.
Rouen offers students a beautiful city center to meet up and socialize with other students at local cafes, bars, and restaurants. There are countless opportunities to partake in sporting events and other activities through student associations. There is a fitness center on campus, as well as an outdoor swimming pool just a few minutes’ walk from campus. With many multiplexes in Rouen there are tons of movies offered in English. On weekends students often take advantage of their time off and travel to Paris or other European destinations.
Cost of Attendance, Financial Aid, and Scholarships
As an exchange program, UW-Whitewater students pay UW– Whitewater tuition fees. As with all approved study abroad programs, UW-W financial aid can be used on this program. Eligible students are encouraged to apply for the Wisconsin Grant for Study Abroad, and UW-W and external study abroad scholarships are available.
Other fees for this program such as the Global Experiences Application Fee and CISI international insurance, are billed to the student’s UW-W account. Other expenses are paid individually (e.g. living expenses) or to the host university (e.g. accommodation).
Estimated Cost of Attendance (per semester)
| Billed by UW-Whitewater |
|
| Tuition* |
3,800 |
| Application/Administration Fee |
225 |
| Contingency Fee |
50 |
| CISI Insurance |
175 |
| Subtotal |
$4,250 |
| Additional Estimated Expenses |
|
| Round-Trip Airfare |
1,800 |
| Passport and Photos |
150 |
| French Student Visa |
250 |
| French Social Security (est. 217 EUR) |
240 |
| Accommodation** |
2,500 |
| Meals |
2,000 |
| Books/Supplies |
300 |
| Personal/Miscellaneous |
2,000 |
| Subtotal |
$9,240 |
| Total*** |
$13,490 |
*2019-20 UW-W tuition for in-state residents. Non-residents are subject to UW-W non-resident tuition rates. Tuition rates are subject to change each academic year.
**Accommodation is an estimate; individual options may vary.
***For comparison, the UW-W Financial Aid office estimates the cost of attendance on the UW-W campus for one semester to be $7,400.
Passport and Visa Requirements
Students will need a passport to study abroad that is valid for at least 6 months beyond the end of their program. Students in this program are also required to apply for a French student visa.
Key Dates
| Term |
Application Deadline |
Term Dates |
| Academic Year |
April 1 |
Early September to Early June |
| Fall Semester |
April 1 |
Early September to Mid December |
| Spring Semester |
October 15 |
Early January to Early June |
Contacts
Office of Global Experiences
McCutchan 204
262-472-5759
studyabroad@uww.edu