Université Laval, Canada

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Université Laval, Canada

Students have the opportunity to study at Université Laval’s Faculty of Business Administration (FSA ULaval) for the semester or academic year. Summer programs are available for Business and French language study.

Studying at FSA ULaval means being part of the extended family at Université Laval, the first French-speaking university in North America, founded in 1663. Its American-style campus, which features many green spaces and wooded areas, is located in Québec City, one of the safest cities in Canada.

Location

Québec City, Canada

Term

Academic Year, Fall, Spring, Summer

Housing

Dormitory, Apartment

Program Highlights

Université Laval traces its origins back to 1663, when Monseigneur François de Laval, the first bishop of New France, founded the Seminaire de Québec with the authorization of the King of France, Louis XIV. As Canada’s first university, Université Laval was the first institution in North America to offer higher education in French and is a top research institution.

With world-class programs, over 100 professors, and seasoned researchers, FSA ULaval brings excellence, ethics, and sustainable development together to move the business world forward. As part of a select group of business schools that hold the prestigious AACSB International and EQUIS accreditations, FSA ULaval attracts and trains the business world elite. Beyond a wide array of Business Management courses, students are also able to take language courses, including French, Chinese, Italian, Japanese, and more.

FSA ULaval also offers . This program provides new international students with a helping hand to settle in and adapt to campus and Québec life during the first few weeks of the semester.

Exchange students also have access to the largest university sports center in Eastern Canada - swimming pools, indoor and outdoor jogging tracks, skating rinks, and more.

Imagine studying in a vibrant setting in the heart of an inspiring, French-speaking city – with the possibility of enhancing your education with courses given in English – this is what FSA ULaval has in store for you, and so much more!

Program Contact Information

Molly Papay

Assistant Director, Education Abroad

Email: mpapay1@kent.edu

Office Phone: 330-672-3067

Important Dates

Application Deadlines

Spring 2025: Sept. 15, 2024

Program Dates

Program dates vary each year based upon the host institution's academic calendar, but the following are general guidelines:

Academic Year: Early September - Late April
Fall: Early September - Mid-December
Spring: Early January - Late April
International Summer Business Universities: Late June - Late July
Summer French as a Second Language: Mid-May - Mid-June and Early July - Early August

Application Process

Students will be required to complete two applications:

an internal ��MŮ�� Education Abroad application,
and a partner university application.

These quick steps will help walk you through the process.

1. Start an Education Abroad Application

When you click the "Apply Now" button (located towards the top and bottom of this page), you will be brought to the Education Abroad application system where you can view program costs and start an application. Be sure to submit your application before the deadline!

2. Wait for Acceptance

Once you have submitted your application, it will be reviewed by an Education Abroad Advisor. Applications are evaluated on a rolling basis. Please note that acceptance to the program by ��MŮ�� does not serve as final approval. The host institution or program provider grants final approval for each applicant.

3. Complete the Host University Application

Once your Education Abroad application has been accepted, you will be nominated to the host university. You will complete the host university’s application and wait for official acceptance to the program.

Academics

Eligibility

Semester or Academic Year Exchange

Full-time, degree-seeking student at ��MŮ��
Business major or minor
Minimum cumulative GPA: 2.5 or higher
Knowledge of the French language is helpful but proficiency is not required unless the student wishes to enroll in French-taught management courses

International Summer Business Universities

Full-time, degree-seeking student at ��MŮ��
Business major or minor
Minimum cumulative GPA: 2.5 or higher
Knowledge of the French language is helpful but proficiency is not required

French as a Second Language

Full-time, degree-seeking student at ��MŮ��
Any major
Minimum cumulative GPA: 2.5 or higher
Knowledge of the French language is helpful but proficiency is not required

Academic Programs

Semester Exchange

Case studies, simulations, debates, oral presentations, practical assignments, meetings with business leaders… FSA ULaval's pedagogical approach based on practice prepares students to meet the challenges they will face in the world of management. As a Canadian leader in techno-pedagogy, FSA ULaval offers students a variety of technological tools so they can play an active role in their education.

International Summer Business Universities

Here is what was offered during Summer 2024:

June 26 - July 6, 2024: (3 credit hours)

Have you ever asked yourself: How do great companies like Apple or Nestlé manage their operations and logistics? What is the key to their success? How do they manage their supply and demand? How do they create such efficient and effective supply networks?

How can companies measure the impact of and cope with major challenges such as those generated by the COVID-19 pandemic?

If you are curious to know the answers to all these questions, thrive on problem-solving, and are interested in looking at many more real-life examples, this summer school on operations and logistics is for you. Learn how to put knowledge into practice by gaining professional and hands-on experience with analytical tools, as well as the latest trends in operations and logistics management.

Corporate visits provide many amazing and invaluable insights.
Case studies of several well-known industries and companies are designed to put the concepts learned in class into perspective.
Lectures given by experienced professors with plenty of industry projects and examples from Québec and around the world highlight key concepts in modern operations and logistics management.
A group assignment on well-known cases ensures you put your new knowledge into practice during this two-week intensive cultural, practical, and educational adventure.

July 7 - July 20, 2024: (3 credit hours)

Experience the vibrant business environment of Québec City by exploring the impact of a French-language market in North America! Get to know Québec culture so you can incorporate it as a core component of a distinctive and innovative marketing strategy.

Discover how Québec-based companies shine on the international stage using their Québec uniqueness. Follow the example of companies from around the world that have successfully set up shop in Québec to prepare your own market penetration strategy as hired consultants.

Course content is based on practical applications to prepare you to succeed in your internationalization projects:

Practical and interactive activities;
International consulting simulation;
Team assignments;
Speakers from local and international companies;
Corporate visits in dynamic Québec-based companies active internationally and in key industries of our economy.

Students may enroll in one or both summer sessions. Students who wish to enroll in both sessions will receive a Can$150 (approximately $117 USD) discount on the Laval program fees for the second session.

French as a second language

With more than 200 million speakers on 5 continents, French is the foreign language that we learn most often after English. The study of French not only allows you to discover a rich cultural universe, especially in the fields of arts, science, and architecture but is also an asset for anyone considering a career abroad.

The Université Laval Language School offers non-francophone for 10 weeks (two 5-week sessions). Experienced teachers and enthusiastic facilitators offer you a teaching formula based on exchanges and participation in socio-cultural activities.

The Language School will give access to a free online placement test to all prospective students applying for FLS courses; this placement test score will determine the level of coursework in which students will be eligible to enroll. Courses are offered at six skill levels

Students can enroll in the FLS courses as a standalone summer program or in preparation for a fall semester or academic year at Université Laval.

Transferring Credits

Transfer Credits

With this program, students enroll in courses at a partner (host) institution. You will need to transfer the credits you earn abroad back to ��MŮ��.

Upon successful completion of the program, the host institution will issue you an official transcript, which will be needed for the credit transfer process.

You must earn passing grades on the courses you take abroad for the credits to transfer.

Prior to departure, students will meet with their academic advisor to complete a Transfer Course Planning (TCP) Form, which will outline the courses you plan to take while abroad and how the courses will transfer to ��MŮ��.

Some courses have already been pre-approved for transfer to ��MŮ�� and can be viewed on the Transfer Credit Guide. Please note that this is only a guide and is NOT a comprehensive list of courses available at each partner institution.

Credit Approval

Prior to departure, it is your responsibility to meet with your academic advisor to discuss the courses you plan to take while abroad.

If a course needs to be evaluated for transfer, you are responsible for working with your education abroad advisor to obtain the syllabus and have it reviewed by ��MŮ�� faculty.

Location & Transportation

Québec City, Canada

Located in eastern Canada, Québec is a French-speaking province with nearly 8.5 million people. Québec City, the capital of Québec, is considered to be the safest metropolitan area to raise children in Canada and one of the safest places to live in North America. It is composed of many elegant buildings that combine modern and traditional styles. Main attractions students can explore in the city and nearby include the Place Royale - the birthplace of the city, Le Chateau Frontenac, Musée de la Civilisation, waterfall Chutes Montmorency, the Park Jean Drapeau, and many others.

Known worldwide for its rich history and European charm, Québec City is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage treasure. The city on the St. Lawrence River offers an exceptional quality of life and affordable cost of living and tops the list of Canada’s safest urban centers. With its cultural and economic vitality, Québec has all the benefits of a big city in spectacular natural surroundings.

Living in Québec is a complete four-season experience: spring, summer, fall, and winter, each with its own flavor of festivals and activities that make the entire city come alive. You are in for a truly memorable experience in this magnificent place of culture and the great outdoors.

Campus Information

Université Laval has 45,000 students, 15 elite sports teams, and a spacious campus (60% of which is beautiful green spaces and wooded areas). Within FSA ULaval, there are more than 10,000 students, 1,000 of whom are international and 300 of whom are exchange students hailing from 40 different countries. at Université Laval has something for everyone, with a multitude of activities to enrich your life outside of your studies; take advantage of the many opportunities to express your creativity, showcase your talents, and discover new interests.

Transportation

Airports

Québec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) is the airport closest to campus and is approximately 15 minutes away by car.

Local Transit

The best way to take in Québec’s atmosphere, quaint streets, and hidden treasures is on foot. Québec City is deemed the 9th most walkable large city in Canada, as well as having tourist (and student!) friendly public transportation.

Public transit, shuttles, and tour buses are some of the many options for visiting the main attractions and enjoying the magic of Québec City. The local bus network, Réseau de transport de la capitale (RTC), is an easy way to travel to most tourist attractions.

Housing & Meals

Accommodations

Semester Exchange

Laval University has four residence buildings on its campus, of which three are co-ed and one is for women only. Every year, more than 2,300 students choose to live in the residence halls. A certain number of rooms in the student residences are reserved each semester for exchange students.

Off-campus housing is also available for students in the semester program, but this will be reserved by the student on their own.

Summer Programs

Students will stay in a single-occupancy room in the university's dormitories. Bedding and a private mini fridge are included. Kitchens and bathrooms are shared with other residents. Students will also have access to The PEPS (Pavillon de l’Éducation physique et des sports) sports complex for an additional fee. PEPS is the leading center for recreational and competitive sports in the region. It boasts modern facilities and offers over 100 sports activities.

Financial Aid & Scholarships

There is a financial aid counselor specifically for Education Abroad. You can schedule an appointment with them on KSU Advising (Group Name: Education Abroad) or email finaideducationabroad@kent.edu.

It is possible to use your federal financial aid to go on ��MŮ��-approved education abroad programs. You can learn more on the Financial, Billing and Enrollment Center website.

It is also possible to use most ��MŮ�� scholarships for education abroad costs. You can find education abroad scholarships on ScholarshipUniverse.

Health & Safety

Pre-Departure Orientation

Prior to your study abroad experience, you will participate in a mandatory pre-departure orientation hosted by the Office of Global Education. During this orientation, you will be provided with information including but not limited to:

international travel procedures;
in-country resources;
health and safety resources and information;
culture shock and resources to help prepare for living abroad.

All students are encouraged to register with the prior to departure.

You can also review a wide variety of resources we’ve pulled together for you on our “Before You Go” page.

Country Profile

You can learn more about your destination(s), including travel advisories, through the .

In addition, we encourage you to visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) travel page for for traveling to your destination(s).

If vaccinations or medications are needed according to the CDC, you should make arrangements for appointments with your healthcare provider or the DeWeese Health Center as soon as possible. Appointment openings at the DeWeese Health Center are limited and vaccines may need to be ordered, which takes time. Please note that not all immunizations are available at the DeWeese Health Center.

Visa Information

A visa is a document required by many countries, in addition to your passport, that allows you to enter the country for a certain purpose (whether that’s to stay, transit, or exit). Essentially, it is the country's government giving you legal permission to enter their country to travel, study, work, etc.

Please note, it is solely the responsibility of the student to:

determine the entry, transit, and stay requirements for the country or countries to which they will travel,
and to apply for any necessary visas, stay permits, or any other immigration requirements of the host nation(s).

It is also the responsibility of the student to:

verify the correct documentation required to apply for the required visa(s),
apply for the visa(s) early enough to ensure there is enough processing time,
and pay any fees associated with obtaining the visa(s).

��MŮ��'s Office of Global Education is available to provide general guidance regarding student visa requirements and procedures; however, each student who travels abroad is expected to manage their own legal obligations regarding international travel.

It is strongly recommended by the Office of Global Education that you carefully review the appropriate consulate or embassy website for the nation(s) you plan to visit in order to determine current entry/study/exit visa requirements.

Costs and Funding

Costs for the program will differ for every student. You can use our Cost Calculator to get an estimate of what you might expect for your program.

We also encourage you to meet with your Education Abroad Advisor and the Financial Aid Counselor for Education Abroad to see how your aid may apply to an international program by emailing finaideducationabroad@kent.edu.

Your Journey is Just Beginning

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