Founded in 1905, the Institut Commercial de Nancy (ICN) is one of France 's leading schools of business. A department of the University of Nancy 2, the ICN has close partnerships with universities and colleges around the world.

Nancy, located in the Lorraine region, is a city rich in history and culture. Of the city’s 400,000 inhabitants, more than 45,000 are university students. The 18 th century group of squares around Place Stanislas is listed as a World Heritage site by UNESCO. The city is greatly influenced by the Art Nouveau movement, L'ecole de Nancy. Nancy is located about one hour from Luxembourg and Strasbourg (two major EU centers) and less than three hours from Paris.

Program Type
The program is a business school to business school exchange. The idea is to exchange two students a year.

Academic Highlights
Students can study either in French or in English. Students lacking proficiency will be taught French, and can later take part in lectures and seminars in French. Students who stay a full year can gain a Diploma in International Business. The program is open to undergraduate and graduate students.

Courses Available at ICN

Language of Instruction
English and French

Academic Calendar
Fall Semester: mid-September – mid-December
Spring Semester: early January – mid-May

Housing and Board Options
Most students live in ICN or University housing. The ICN “Espace” (studios) are popular, but also more expensive than the university dorms.

Services Provided
The students make arrangements for application and housing, visas, and independent travel with assistance from the OIP and some business school faculty.

Outline of Estimated Costs (Category I Program)

For a more in-depth look: www.icn-nancy.com