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Requirements
Important Dates
When & Where
Paris, France
Partner school website: http://www.psbedu.paris/en/
Exchange-specific information here: https://www.psbedu.paris/en/programs/exchange-program
Semester dates:
Accepted students will participate in a mandatory orientation at their host school prior to the start of the semester. The dates and times of the orientation will be provided to accepted students.
Application
Students must submit their completed application by the deadlines listed above under "Important Dates" to be considered for this program.
LIM College’s study abroad programs are competitive, as more applications are typically received than there are spots available. The following factors are considered when LIM selects candidates to participate in study abroad programs:
Students who are accepted into the program will be required to submit their personal and academic information to their host school along with a copy of the photo page of their passport. Further information on this process will be given to accepted students.
Orientation
All students are required to attend the LIM College Pre-Departure Orientation. Date, time and location are made available after acceptance into the program. Students must also attend Induction (Orientation) at PSB and are required to arrange travel so they can do so. Orientation is typically held just prior to the start of each corresponding semester.
Courses
The PSB course catalog can be found here: https://www.psbedu.paris/en/international/incoming-study-abroad-exchange. Students will be required to submit an LIM College Course Proposal Form to have courses evaluated prior to attending PSB. Students must be registered for a minimum of 12 credit hours (or the equivalent) per term, including both courses abroad and online courses taken at LIM. Final registration of courses happens during Orientation Week.
Students must meet with their Academic Advisor to ensure their courses will fit into their graduation plan.
Accommodations & Travel
PSB does not offer on-campus accommodation, so students are responsible for finding their own accommodation. Both PSB and the LIM Study Abroad Office can provide a variety of resources to find reliable off-campus housing. More housing information is available at: http://www.psbedu.paris/en/news/accomodation-around-psb-campus-cluster-paris-innovation.
All housing costs are paid directly to the housing provider, which may be a student apartment company, a landlord, etc. depending on where the student chooses to live.
Students are responsible for booking and purchasing their own airfare.
Health Insurance
All students must submit proof to the Study Abroad Office that they are covered by overseas health insurance for the duration of their program abroad. Students are encouraged to have worldwide insurance which covers (at minimum) comprehensive hospitalization, prescription medication, medical evacuation, and repatriation of remains.
Program Cost
Students pay LIM College tuition to LIM College for the semester abroad. This does not cover airfare, housing, books, meals, or personal expenses, such as shopping. Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from France and the United States. Additional costs to consider (all amounts are approximations and in Euros unless otherwise noted):
Students who receive financial aid can typically apply this aid to a semester abroad. All students who receive aid will be required to meet with a Student Financial Services Counselor prior to departure to discuss the status of their aid and complete any additional requirements.
Student Visa
Students will be required to have a visa to study for the semester. Students must have a valid passport that expires no sooner than 6 months past the end of the exchange experience to apply for the visa and should be prepared to show that they have access to sufficient funds to cover their costs for the semester as part of the visa application process. Accepted students will be sent a letter of invitation from PSB to present to the immigration authorities. For further visa information, please see: www.usa.campusfrance.org.
Student visas are normally issued for two weeks prior to the start of the semester and will be valid up to one month after completion of studies. Students are encouraged not to make any travel plans until their visa has been issued and they know the exact dates of its validity.