Aix-en-Provence Campus - Overview
IAU's global flagship campus is in Aix-en-Provence, a charming university town located in the southern region of France. The city of Aix (pronounced like the letter "X") provides traditional French culture in an intimate setting, while offering the charm and elegance of a large metropolis. The historic town is known for its beloved painter, Paul Cézanne, who painted the surrounding rolling landscape, including Mont Sainte-Victoire. Local field studies during both semester and summer programs provide students with an enhanced awareness of Provençal culture while giving them a unique and unparalleled French experience. While abroad, students explore Aix and the surrounding regions through courses, field studies, and cultural activities. IAU’s campus in Aix is centrally located in the historic part of town just a few doors down from local French universities, shops, and cafes.
Students interested in a more comprehensive academic focus can choose one of the following specialized programs or certificates based on their academic interests:

By the Numbers
Schools
IAU's academic structure ressembles that of an American institution. Students can select their courses from a wide variety of disciplines which fall into one of IAU's four schools:![]() |
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Programs and Certificates
Students interested in a more comprehensive academic focus can choose one of the following specialized programs or certificates based on their academic interests:![]() |
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Terms
Fall Semester, Spring Semester, Academic Year, Summer, January Term, Custom Programs

