Program in Lyon, France - Semester & Academic Year

Detailed program, application, and scholarship information for the Lyon fall-semester, spring-semester, and year-long programs can be found at the International Studies Office .

The French Department and the The International Studies Office are pleased to share with you some basic information concerning the UVA-Université Lyon 2 Undergraduate Exchange & Study Abroad Programs. Questions may be addressed to Professors Janet Horne or Gladys Saunders , or to PhD Candidate Josh Armstrong in the French Department. Students from all departments and schools at the university with the requisite level of French are invited to apply.

Important Dates for Spring Semester 2012 in Lyon

Study Abroad Fair                            Sept. 7, 11-3pm (Amphitheatre; rain location: Newcomb Hall, South and Commonwealth rooms)

UVa in Lyon Info Meeting                 Sept. 13, 4-5pm (CAB 316)

Course Selection Meeting                  Sept. 27, 4-5pm (CAB 316)

Application Deadline                         Oct. 7

Scholarship Application Deadline       Oct. 7

Pre-Departure Orientation                  Oct. 25, 3:30-5pm (CAB 316)

Program Start Date                             Jan. 4

Program End Date                              May 26

Frequently Asked Questions

Below you will find a series of "Frequently Asked Questions" as well as a description of the program and details about the specific features of the exchange. Students may opt to participate in the exchange for a single semester (fall or spring) or for a full academic year.

• Why go to Lyon?
• Why the Université Lumière-Lyon 2?
  
• Should I apply for the Exchange Program, or the Study Abroad Program?
• What are the requirements?
  
• What costs are involved?
• How is the program structured?
• How do I choose courses?
• What is the academic calendar at Lyon 2?
• I am a non-UVA student; how do I proceed?
• For more information on study abroad programs, see Study and Work Abroad websites.