Leo Marchutz School: Painting in Provence Summer Program
Overview
A five-week residential summer program in Aix-en-Provence, France, for high school students age 16 and older. Students engage in intensive painting and drawing instruction, creative writing, introductory French, museum studies, and peacebuilding through the arts, with excursions to Cézanne sites, the Mediterranean Coast, and surrounding Provençal destinations.
At a glance
Deadline
Apr 1141 days
Sessions
Jun5 wk sessions
Formats
Residential
Location
Aix-en-Provence, France
Cost
$7,000+from $8,950
Entering grades
10th, 11th, 12th, PG
Acceptance
First-come, first-served; enrollment limited to 20 students. Application decision within several weeks of submission.
Application requirements
Age/Grade
High school students age 16 and older; younger students may inquire about exceptions
Prior Experience
None required in art or French; all courses taught in English
Application Deadline
April 1st
Enrollment Deposit
$1,000 (non-refundable, deducted from final invoice)
Balance Due
By May 15th
Cell Phone
Required during program
Participation
Mandatory participation in all scheduled activities
Cost & sessions
2026 program: $8,950; 2027 program: $9,850. Enrollment deposit: $1,000 (non-refundable, deducted from final invoice). Balance due by May 15th. Includes room and board (homestay with another student; breakfast/dinner at homestay plus 1 group dinner/week; lunch money), all art supplies (some kept at end), reading materials, comprehensive travel/health insurance, airport/train pick-up, instruction, all sightseeing/excursions with transportation and entrance fees, taxes, service, porterage, and gratuities. Airfare not included.
Financial aid
Scholarships available; separate scholarship application process offered.
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