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Reed College

International Programs Office

Université de Rennes 2

Rennes, France

As one of the major public universities in France almost exclusively devoted to arts, humanities, and social sciences, Rennes 2 strives to provide excellence through education and innovation within a dynamic learning environment.

Reed exchange students can choose courses in 2 different departments, with a maximum of 36 ECTS per semester. They are also paired up with local Rennes 2 students as part of a Buddy System, which allows them to get tips and useful information from students who already have first-hand knowledge of the university, campus services, and city.

The Welcome Week is designed to familiarize students with their new university environment and teach them the basics, such as registering for classes, getting a student card, or opening a French bank account. The Student Health Centre (Service santé des étudiant·e·s- SSE) accompanies students through their education, providing preventative and medical services and offering assistance to students with disabilities.

The city of Rennes has been designated a city of Art and History and offers several major cultural sites (opera, theaters, symphony orchestras, the Parliament, museums, libraries, etc.).

 

Students must be nominated by Reed College International Programs director; Alberto del Río Malo in order to study at the Université de Lille III. Please contact the IPO Director for more information.

Program Information

Terms Available: year, semester

Type of Program: Exchange

Languages of Instruction: French, English

Language Prerequisite: Recommended B2 level in French. A minimum B1 level is required, and students who have a B1 level will need to attend French proficiency evening courses in the CIREFE during the semester (one semester is offered for free to exchange students). Reed students can also participate in this program to learn or improve the French language since Université de Rennes 2 offers many courses taught in English.

  • Credit Transfer System
    • Typical course load: 4-5 courses per term (One semester represents 30 ECTS)
    • Units recorded in: ECTS
    • Conversion to Reed units: 8 ECTS = 1 Reed Unit
  • Credits: ECTS
  • Other requirements: An application must be completed with the Reed International Programs Office.
  • Course Catalog

Application

Application Deadline: Fall: May 15 | Spring: Oct. 15
Program website

Housing: Residence Dorm, Shared Apartment, Independent Housing
Student accommodation in the Université de Rennes 2 dorms is in high demand. As such, requests for room reservations should be made as early as possible. Students must indicate their interest in living in a university dorm in the university registration form. The International Office has a quota of rooms for students in exchange programs.

Financial, Immigration

Cost to attend:

Reed College charges the same tuition fees for a semester or year off-campus as for a semester or year spent on campus, plus the program's actual room and board fees. Reed College encourages students to choose programs based on their academic rather than financial needs to reflect Reed's belief that all students, regardless of financial circumstances, should have the opportunity to study abroad.

Financial aid continues for eligible students during the off-campus program. Students should discuss with the Financial Aid Office how other outside aid may impact their existing aid package. Check out more details directly on the Reed College Financial Aid page.

Visa Deadlines and Requirements:

A visa is required to study abroad in France, and must be obtained in the students home country before going to France. The France Visa Wizard is a helpful tool in finding out more about the visa process for each specific student.