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ISAE - INSTITUT SUPÉRIEUR DE L'AÉRONAUTIQUE ET DE L'ESPACE Program Level: Undergraduate Number of Weeks/Term: 24 |
- Background
- Location Information
- Program Dates
- Host Institution
- Academic Information
- Academic Disciplines
- Credit Transfer Information
- Eligibility Requirements
- Program Costs
- Housing and Meals
- Insurance
- Extracurricular Activities
- Climate
- VISA & Passport Information
- Your Next Steps
- Experiences of Former Students
- Contact Details
BACKGROUND
Georgia Tech (GT) has developed a number of overseas programs around the globe. These programs provide students with the opportunity to complete a portion of their academic programs in top-notch foreign universities that are partnered with GT. As a result of immersion in a foreign academic and cultural environment, students have the maximum opportunity to learn to operate effectively in an atmosphere that is wholly different from that of GT and the U.S.
LOCATION INFORMATION
France
A member of the European Union and the largest country in Western Europe, one of France's most notable characteristics is its diversity. You can go skiing one day, then hop on a train and go sunbathing the next. Your greatest dilemma may be deciding whether you should ski in the Alps or the Pyrenees or swim in the Mediterranean Sea, the English Channel or the Atlantic Ocean. France's history spans from the ancient Celts' immigration to Napoleon's Rule in the First Empire to create the unique and diverse French culture of today.
Toulouse
Toulouse, the 4th largest city in France and the capital of the large Midi-Pyrénées region, is located between the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, about 100 km from the Pyrenean mountains and 730 km from Paris. With over 700 000 inhabitants, Toulouse is continuing to grow.
A dynamic city, known as the "pink city" because of the pinky colour of its bricks, Toulouse is renowned for its excellence in the fields of aeronautics, space, electronics, information technology, biotechnology, health and food processing, all of which contribute to make Toulouse and its region highly competitive.
Toulouse is an important university town, with over 110 000 students at its 3 universities and 14 "Grandes Ecoles," thus providing choice and recruitment opportunities for employers.
Toulouse and its region are also rich in history and culture, with a large choice of museums, theatres, circus, cultural events and productions.
PROGRAM DATES
Spring Term: early January - late June
NOTE: Students may participate in this program for the spring semester.
HOST INSTITUTION ACADEMIC INFORMATION
The ISAE is a key player in higher education and research for aerospace engineering in Europe.
Leading aerospace training and research centre, the ISAE offers two general high-level multi-discipline scientific and technological master of science level programs: the SUPAERO MS Graduate Program and the ENSICA MS Graduate Program.
The Institute also provides specialized courses such as Post-Graduate Master's degrees and International Master of Engineering. Some courses specialise in scientific subjects, while others provide top-level teaching in management, administration and business. The ISAE also collaborates with other "Grandes Ecoles" to maximise the excellence of the courses.
The ISAE has developed close links with industries and research laboratories, in order to privilege the scientific research carried out in the ISAE laboratories (in particular with the ONERA), and to favour the synergy between teaching and research. The Institute is certified to grant Université de Toulouse PhD (Docteur de l'Institut Supérieur de l'Aéronautique et de l'Espace).
ACADEMIC DISCIPLINES
Subject Areas Available:
- Aerospace Engineering
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CREDIT TRANSFER INFORMATION
Credit for courses taken as part of GT exchange programs is added as transfer credit on the GT transcript. Since it is important to know which kind of credit students will earn abroad as soon as possible, GT requires that courses be pre-approved for transfer. With a Foreign Credit Approval Form (available from OIE) in hand, and the credit transfer system information (listed below), students should submit course descriptions to the appropriate academic unit to request their approval. If taking Math classes, for example, then the student should go to the GT School of Mathematics to get permission for the courses to transfer to GT. If approved, the GT School of Mathematics signs the Foreign Credit Approval Form showing how the courses will transfer so that students will know which type of credit they should expect to receive.
For detailed credit transfer instructions click here
For the Foreign Credit Approval Form click here
CREDIT TRANSFER SYSTEM
ISAE uses the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS):
1.4 ECTS credits = 1 GT credit
GRADING SYSTEM
ISAE uses the following grading system:
ISAE grade = US grade
14-20 = A
10-13 = B
7-9 = C
<7 = F
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Eligible students must meet the following criteria:
PROGRAM COSTS
Keep in mind that you are responsible for the costs of books, health insurance, food, living expenses, and travel money, as well as pre-departure costs like your passport and visa. In general, France is more expensive than most areas of the United States, so you will want to devise and use a budget. Students in France are able to take advantage of discounts on various items such as movie tickets, train tickets, and museum entrance fees. Students may also benefit from subsidies provided by the French government for school dorms and cafeterias. ISAE and your fellow students will help you find out about these discounts.
The currency in France is the Euro (EUR). Exchange rates fluctuate, so check the newspaper or click here for the most current rates.
DON"T FORGET TO APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS!! See the OIE web site for more info: click here
Following are cost estimates for one semester at ISAE that may help you prepare for your term(s) abroad. All costs are in USD.
In State Tuition $3,035 Out of State Tuition $3,285 GT Mandatory Fees $818 Books and Supplies $250 Administrative and/or Application fees $0 Miscellaneous (includes passport/visa fees, required field trips, local transportation and incidentals) $475 Roundtrip Airfare $1,200 Room and Board $3,550 Additional Language Instruction $0 Mandatory Insurance $150 Total $9,478 (in state) $9,728 (out of state)
*Out-of-state students pay in state tuition, plus $250 for this exchange program.
*Costs in the preceding chart are estimates for undergraduates based on tuition rates posted by the GT Bursar for "continuing students." Guaranteed tuition rates, graduate tuition rates, and MBA tuition rates vary. Please check the GT Bursar's web site click here to confirm actual tuition rates based on degree, term, or level of study. Actual costs may be higher or lower than those listed above, depending on the exchange rate and personal spending habits/needs.
HOUSING AND MEALS
Housing
Meals
INSURANCE
Students participating in this program will be assessed $150 per semester for mandatory insurance coverage. You will be covered by T.W. Lord and Associates. For detailed information about this insurance plan, go to click here. This cost is included in the above cost estimates for the program.
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
The wide range of sports facilities includes a swimming pool, tennis and squash courts, a sports hall, football and rugby fields, a climbing wall and a fitness room.
CLIMATE
Due to its position at the intersection of the oceanic and Mediterranean influences, Toulouse has a temperate and soft climate during Autumn and Spring whereas Summers are rather warm and dry. The rainiest months are April, May and June. Minimum temperatures are in January with an average of 5°C, and the maximum temperatures are in August more than 30°C.
VISA AND PASSPORT INFORMATION
Complete information about how to apply for or renew a U.S. passport is available from the GT Office of International Education or online: click here
U.S. citizens participating in this program will need a valid passport. U.S. citizens participating in this program must apply for a visa. US citizens should begin the visa process by registering through the French Consulate's CampusFrance web site: click here
Citizens of other countries should contact the nearest French Consulate to ask whether it will be necessary to obtain a student visa.
For information and instructions on how to obtain a student visa for France, visit the Consulate General of France's web site: click here.
YOUR NEXT STEPS
To begin the process of participating in this exchange, please do the following:
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EXPERIENCES OF FORMER STUDENTS
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FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Ms. Becky Gunter, Semester Study Abroad Advisor
GT Office of International Education
631 Cherry Street
Savant Building, Suite 211
Atlanta, GA 30332-0284
Phone: (404)894-7475 Fax: (404)894-9682
E-mail: becky.gunter@oie.gatech.edu
OIE web site: click here
Host/Program Web Site: click here
Toulouse
France
Europe
Semester
24
12
French
For more info, contact OIE.
Can I go abroad while pursuing a GT degree?
GT students have many opportunities to participate in semester/exchange and study abroad programs. In a semester program, you actually take classes with the host universitys students and faculty. (In some cases, this means that you must have excellent knowledge of the local language to participate). Semester program participants usually pay normal GT tuition and fees for each term abroad. Credits can be pre-approved to transfer back to GT so that you do not get behind in your studies. The application deadline for fall and academic year programs is in early February; for spring programs the deadline is in September/October.
In a study abroad program, the courses are taught by GT faculty and you register for regular GT courses. Residents pay normal matriculation fees, but do not pay ancillary fees (athletic, health, etc.). Non-residents only pay resident matriculation plus $250 ($1500 for GTL Summer/$2000 for GTL Spring/Fall) . This is a savings of over $6,000 for out-of-state students who participate in GT study abroad programs as full-time students! Deadlines for summer study abroad programs vary from early January to mid-February.
In most cases, if you are eligible for financial aid or scholarships, you can apply your grants, scholarships, and/or loans toward the expenses associated with participating in all GT programs.
GTs International Plan: More than just study abroad
Your major is participating in this new initiative!
The International Plan is an intensive, degree-long program designed to prepare GT graduates professionally and personally for successful lives in the 21st century. Requirements of the program include international coursework, two terms abroad (any combination of study, research or internship abroad), proficiency in a second language, and a culminating course. Students who complete the program will have a designation on their diploma indicating completion of the degree with global competence: for example, BS in Mechanical Engineering: International Plan. For more information or an application, contact your major advisor or OIE and visit the website: click here