Semester Program Dates 2001 - 2003

Dates for the Summer 2002 Program are June 25 - August 12. For more information on our seven-week summer programs, please see the summer program pages for Ensemble Theatre Training or French Studies.

The following fees reflect estimated expenses for the year 2002:
Please note: tuition and fee amounts for the 2002 spring and fall semesters reflect a slight increase from 2001. However, students accepted into the 2002 semester programs may secure the 2001 prices by sending in their nonrefundable $500 deposit by October 31, 2001. Our receipt of your deposit will guarantee your position in the program as well as the 2001 price for that semester. Summer prices remain the same.

Tuition for the fall and spring programs includes study materials and theatrical supplies, as well as travel and entrance fees to historic sites, and other outings. Accommodations include 3 meals each day, private room (unless a double room is requested and available, in which case room and board fees adjust to $3,650), and use of available facilities on the property. A $500 nonrefundable deposit is due upon acceptance to secure your position in the program. The remaining balance of $12,450 is due one month before the program start date.

Please note that financial information is subject to change without notice until receipt of deposit.

ACADEMIC AFFILIATION AND CREDIT
Ardeo Theatre Project programs are developed in association with Westminster College. Participants wishing to receive college credit for their time with Ardeo can enroll in Westminster College as temporary or transfer students and receive up to sixteen credits for the spring and fall terms. Some federal financial aid is transferable as well.

APPLICATIONS
Applications are processed on a rolling admissions basis. Enrollment at Ardeo is limited. Qualifying students will be notified of acceptance when their completed application has been approved. Ardeo accepts applications for each of the four upcoming terms. To apply, please return a completed application to Ardeo Theatre Project PO Box 23355 Seattle, WA 98102. You can also apply online.

FINANCIAL AID
Students receiving federal assistance can normally apply it toward study abroad programs. Aid packages such as Pell Grants, Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (SEOG), Perkins Loans, Stafford Loans, Supplemental Loans for Students (SLS) and Parent Loans for Undergraduate Students (PLUS) may be used to cover costs of Ardeo programs. Likewise, some state programs allow students to transfer aid toward international studies. Your own school may also offer aid that applies; consult the financial aid officer at your school for a list of financial aid options.

In addition, Ardeo offers a limited amount of need and merit based assistance. If you would like more information, please contact Ardeo's Admissions Director Cecelia Frye at cecelia@ardeo.org. For financial aid resources on the Web, you may find these sites to be helpful: the Institute of International Education, FastWeb, FinAid, NAFSA, and U.S. Department of Education.

TRAVEL PLANNING

Passports
All U.S. citizens must have a passport valid until 3 months after the last date of their stay in France. If you plan to travel within France after the last date of the program, please include that period when calculating validity dates. If you do not have a valid passport, obtaining one can take a few weeks, so make sure you give yourself enough time. You may apply for a passport at many local government and U.S. post offices. Passport information is available on the Web at the U.S. State Department site.

Visas
You should not need a "Long Stay Student Visa" unless you plan to travel within France for 30 days before or after your Ardeo program. Contact Ardeo for information if you believe you may need a student visa.

Medical Insurance
All students are required to have medical insurance before leaving the country. Ardeo does not provide this coverage; however, travel insurance is accepted as valid coverage and is readily available through most travel and insurance agencies. Council Travel is a good resource for student travelers. You may also check with your university's student services department or your health insurance provider to see if you are covered.

Getting to St. Julien l'Ars
If you are flying into Paris, you can board a high-speed train (the legendary TGV) directly to Poitiers from Charles de Gaulle airport, or from the Gare Montparnasse in the city center. If you are coming to Ardeo from other locations in France or Europe, check with your travel agent for the most convenient option. Poitiers is on a main train route and is easily accessible from other European cities. Ardeo staff will pick you up at the Poitiers train station for the short ride to the château.

Château de St. Julien 2 rue du Château 86800 St. Julien l'Ars, France 33(0) 5-49-01-05-76 (Ph) 33(0) 5-49-01-99-14 (Fx)
PO Box 23355 Seattle, WA 98102-0655 (Toll Free) 877-486-6604 206-720-6029 (Fx)
ardeo@ardeo.org