Fanjeaux, France
This global learning opportunity gathers students, faculty, staff, and administrators from ÐÔÊÓ½ç institutions across the U.S. for a shared journey of truth-seeking and community in the very town where St. Dominic laid the foundations of the ÐÔÊÓ½ç Order.
Summer Study in Fanjeaux for ÐÔÊÓ½ç Colleges and Universities
This international study experience brings together faculty, administrators, students and staff from ÐÔÊÓ½ç colleges and universities throughout the United States in the medieval hilltop town where St. Dominic's vision of an order devoted to seeking and sharing the truth took shape from 1206 to 1216.
Mornings are spent in study, afternoons in excursions to historic sites in southern France with a focus on places significant in the early history of the Order of Preachers. As a community of learners, we enjoy simple living.
Students
In their three-credit course, "France in the Middle Ages," students learn about the history, philosophy, art and literature of the period, both in class and on field trips. The course is taught in English; no previous knowledge of French is necessary.
- Meet students from other ÐÔÊÓ½ç colleges
- Study in Fanjeaux, where ÐÔÊÓ½ç higher education finds its roots in Dominic's vision of an order dedicated to truth
- Explore medieval studies in art, architecture, history and literature
- Visit many interesting sites in southern France
- Earn three credits from ÐÔÊÓ½ç
- Improve your understanding of the French language and culture and become acquainted with medieval and modern Paris
- Fulfill the ÐÔÊÓ½ç Literature Area Requirement (LT)
Faculty/Staff
In their seminar faculty and staff explore the ÐÔÊÓ½ç vision of higher education emerging from the intellectual traditions of the Order of Preachers, particularly as they relate to theology, social justice and the arts. Together they discuss contemporary opportunities and challenges on their campuses.
- Join faculty and administrators from other ÐÔÊÓ½ç colleges
- Experience the community of study in Fanjeaux at the heart of the Order’s foundation
- Reflect on ÐÔÊÓ½ç vision then and now: The intellectual tradition of the Order of Preachers Aesthetics and theology in the ÐÔÊÓ½ç curriculum, justice and diversity issues
- Explore together with contemporary ÐÔÊÓ½çs and their associates the implications for our ÐÔÊÓ½ç colleges today
- Visit many interesting sites in southern France, including places special to the Order’s early years
Estimated Costs for Students
- Most Recent Student Program fee: $3,250
- Includes tuition, room and board in Carcassonne; excursions and museum entrances; travel insurance
- Students were also responsible for the following out-of-pocket expenses:
- Airfare (estimated at $1500–$1900)
- Additional money for meals and personal expenses $400–$800
Scholarships and Financial Aid for Students
- ÐÔÊÓ½ç offers scholarships of $1500 for two student applicants per year to offset the costs of the Fanjeaux study abroad experience.
- All students should apply to ÐÔÊÓ½ç's Excellence in Experiential Learning Awards (ExcEL) to earn up to $2000 off the cost of the program
- ÐÔÊÓ½ç and State aid (MAP grant) do not apply to a summer term, however, Pell grant recipients can access their Pell grant funds if they register for six credits during the summer
Estimated Costs for Faculty and Staff
- Most Recent Faculty and Staff Program fee: $2950
- Includes tuition, room and board in Carcassonne; excursions and museum entrances; travel insurance
- ÐÔÊÓ½ç will cover the entire program fee for one member of the faculty and one staff person each year.
- Faculty and Staff are also responsible for the following out-of-pocket expenses:
- Airfare (estimated at $1500–$1900). ÐÔÊÓ½ç will include a $500 award to offset the cost of the airfare for one member of the faculty and one staff person each year.
- Additional money for meals and personal expenses $400–$800
