How will I know if I get in to the program? How long is the wait from when I apply to when I hear if I am accepted?
You will be admitted to the program, if space is still available, once your deposit has been received. You will receive a confirmation email from Chana Lewis, confirming your enrollment and your course selection, once you are admitted.
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Where do I send my letter of good standing?
Your letter of good standing should be mailed to the following address:
Tulane Law School
International Legal Programs
6329 Freret Street, Suite 259
New Orleans, LA 70118-9923
How do I switch courses from the ones I originally selected on my application?
You will have the opportunity to change your course selection when you arrive at the program. However, due to financial aid requirements, if you change the number of credit hours you plan to take, please complete the following form: http://www.law.tulane.edu/tlsabroad/abroadforms.aspx?ekfrm=16176. Be aware that if you receive financial aid for courses which you do not complete, your loan might be canceled or your loan amount might be billed back to you and returned to your lender.
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When should I arrive/leave?
It is mandatory for students to arrive in Paris to attend the Orientation Dinner on by 12 noon on Sunday, June 23. Exams will be held on July 13th. Students should not plan to depart earlier than the evening of July 12, as exams cannot be rescheduled.
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What airport should I fly into?
Most flights arriving from the US will enter Paris at the CHARLES DE GAULLE airport, just outside of the city.
TAXI:
Please be advised that a taxi from the airport to the Paris Dauphine can be very expensive (between 50-100 euros). Taking a taxi is not recommended.
RER:
There is a suburban train which goes from the airport to Paris and connects with the metro. Look for the signs indicating Paris by Train. Buy a ticket for the RER C (price should be around 8.40€). Take the RER B train to the station Avenue Foch stop. You will need to keep your ticket to exit the RER train, so do not discard your ticket until after you have exited the RER at your final destination!
For more detailed instructions, go to
http://parisbytrain.com/charles-de-gaulle-airport-cdg-to-paris-by-train/
You can find a detailed map of the Paris Metro/ RER at
http://www.ratp.info/orienter/f_plan_ang.php?loc=reseaux&nompdf=metro&fm=gif
GARE DU NORD:
If students arrive from London via the Eurostar train, they will enter Paris through the Gare du Nord (Northern Train Station). They can then take the RER B train directly from the Gare du Nord into the city.
ORLY AIRPORT:
Some flights from other European countries will enter Paris through Orly Airport, south of the city. The RER B connects with this airport as well.
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Where can I find more information about the program?
More information about the Paris Program can be found on the other tabs like this one at the top of the website. Once you’ve read through all the information, if you still have questions, contact Chana Lewis at clewis1@tulane.edu or Professor Parlmer at vpalmer@tulane.edu, or call at 504-865-5990 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 504-865-5990 end_of_the_skype_highlighting for more information.
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Do I need a visa?
If you hold a valid U.S. passport, you will not require a visa for any of the programs, due to the short time period you will be abroad. Students who are not U.S. nationals should contact their embassy to inquire about French visa requirements for non-U.S. nationals.
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Is it mandatory for me to attend Orientation?
Yes, orientation for the program is mandatory. It will take place on Sunday, June 23, at 6 pm.The location is to be announced.
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How can I meet other program students prior to the program?
With your welcome information, once you are admitted to the program, you will receive details of a facebook group, in which you can meet other program students. Also, on your application, you can select to share your contact information with other participants.
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Are there any required courses?
There are no required courses or prerequisites for any of the courses.
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What do I do if I need to cancel?
If, after you send in your application and tuition deposit of you decide to withdraw your tuition will be refunded less the deposit if we receive written notice of your withdrawal two weeks prior to the start date of the Paris programs. You must submit in writing, to the International Legal Programs Office, your intentions to withdraw. Oral notification will not be accepted. Written notification to anyone other than International Legal Programs will not suffice as a withdrawal.
You may send your written notice of withdrawal to the attention of Chana Lewis, Senior Programs Coordinator for International Legal Programs to:
Tulane Law School
International Legal Programs
6329 Freret Street, Suite 259
New Orleans, LA 70118
by Fax (504) 862-8853 or e-mail (clewis1@tulane.edu)
After the deadline listed above and prior to the start of the program we will refund the tuition minus the deposit only due to extenuating circumstances. No housing fees will be refunded.
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Is there an internship component to the program?
There is an internship component to the Paris program. Students must speak fluent French in order to qualify.
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Who can I contact for more information or resources regarding internships?
Please contact Professor Parlmer at vpalmer@tulane.edu or Chana Lewis at clewis1@tulane.edu or by phone at 504-865-5990 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 504-865-5990 end_of_the_skype_highlighting if you have any further questions.
How do I get housing for Paris? Is housing included in the tuition cost or is it separate?Students will be provided with a list of blocked off rooms at student guest houses, although students will arrange housing directly with the facilities.
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What is the deadline to apply?
The deadline to apply for the Paris study abroad program is May 31st.
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Are there any other deadlines I should be aware of?
- Letters of Good Standing must be in by the start of the program.
- Tuition is due by May 31.
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What do I do if I cannot pay my tuition by the tuition deadline?
Please contact Accounts Receivable, (504) 865-5368 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (504) 865-5368 end_of_the_skype_highlighting, for any information regarding tuition deadlines, or late payments, as late fees are assessed directly by their office, and not by Tulane Law School. The balance of all tuition and housing charges are due by May 31. Any outstanding payments for tuition or housing charges which are not paid by the date listed above will be subject to a finance charge assessed at 18% per annum. Failure to pay by this date, however, will not result in your being dropped from the program. *No credit for participation in the program(s) will be granted if any participant fails to pay all tuition and housing expenses in full.
Please visit our Tuition, Policies and Procedures section for more information.
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How do I review my grades for the program?
Grades will not be posted prior to thirty days from the completion of the program. Once grades are received and posted at the end of the program, you will be able to access your grades via Gibson online (https://gibson.tulane.edu/) using your Tulane email address and password to log in. You may also request transcripts through Gibson. Select the Grades link to view your grades for the Summer term.
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How do I pay my tuition for the program?
Tuition is due by May 31. If you do not pay by that date you will not be dropped from the program, you will, however, be assessed a finance charge if your payment is not received by that time. The finance charge is assessed directly by Tulane University’s Accounts Receivable Office. Further questions regarding your tuition bill or finance charges should be directed to Accounts Receivable (504-865-5368 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 504-865-5368 end_of_the_skype_highlighting or 800-798-7633 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 800-798-7633 end_of_the_skype_highlighting) or via e-mail (acctrec@tulane.edu).
You can pay your bill online at https://gibson.tulane.edu with the username and password you should have received in an email from Tulane University Tech Support (I believe the email address should be noreply@tulane.edu). If you did not receive this, you must contact Tech Support directly in order for them to reset your password, as they are the only ones that can do so.
There are three ways for an individual to obtain support:
1) write an email to tulane@supportcenteronline.com, which automatically becomes a support ticket
2) access http://support.ts.tulane.edu and select ‘Submit a Ticket’ to create a Parature account (which is separate from your Tulane email account) to submit the ticket via the web
3) call the Help Desk Call Center at 1-866-276-1428 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 1-866-276-1428 end_of_the_skype_highlighting to have a password reset
In each of these methods, you must verify the following four things:
1) Tulane ID #
2) user's full name
3) user's date of birth
4) the alternate email address associated with your account
If you received a username, but lost your password, you can get a password hint at https://gibson.tulane.edu by selecting the Forgot Username or Password option on the login screen.
Once logged in, the most efficient and timely way to make a payment to your account is to pay online through the Netpay link on Gibson, charging your checking or savings account. Checking or savings account payments are received automatically Monday through Friday and there are no convenience fees added. Tulane does accept MasterCard, American Express and Discover card credit card payments made online through Netpay. Tulane does not accept VISA for Accounts Receivable payments. There is a convenience fee assessed for all credit card transactions. Accounts Receivable does not accept payments in the office or by phone.
Checks or money orders should be mailed to:
Tulane University
Bursar Office, Bruff Commons
31 McAlister Drive
New Orleans, LA 70118
If you do send a check, please write your name and student ID number on the check or include it with your payment. Please do not mail cash payments. Do not send tuition payments to the Law School.
Questions regarding your tuition bill should be directed to Accounts Receivable (504-865-5368 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 504-865-5368 end_of_the_skype_highlighting or 800-798-7633 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 800-798-7633 end_of_the_skype_highlighting) or via e-mail (acctrec@tulane.edu).
Please visit our Tuition, Policies and Procedures section for more information.
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How do I find my Tulane Email Address?
You should have received two emails from Tulane University Tech Support (the email address should be noreply@tulane.edu) one containing your email address and a second containing your password. If you did not receive these, you must contact Tech Support directly in order for them to reset your password, as they are the only ones that can do so.
There are three ways for an individual to obtain support:
1) write an email to tulane@supportcenteronline.com, which automatically becomes a support ticket
2) access http://support.ts.tulane.edu and select ‘Submit a Ticket’ to create a Parature account (which is separate from your Tulane email account) to submit the ticket via the web
3) call the Help Desk Call Center at 1-866-276-1428 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 1-866-276-1428 end_of_the_skype_highlighting to have a password reset
In each of these methods, you must verify the following four things:
1) Tulane ID #
2) user's full name
3) user's date of birth
4) the alternate email address associated with your account
If you received a username, but lost your password, you can get a password hint at https://gibson.tulane.edu by selecting the Forgot Username or Password option on the login screen.
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Will my school receive an official transcript of my grades? Who should I contact for a transcript of my grades?
Transcripts are not automatically sent to your home school. You must request a transcript through the Tulane University Registrar’s Office (via the link on Gibson). You may also request your transcript from the Registrar’s Office by submitting a transcript request form located at http://www.registrar.tulane.edu, under the Transcript Request link.
NOTE: If you have any problems submitting your requests, you may contact the Registrar’s office directly at (504) 865-5231 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (504) 865-5231 end_of_the_skype_highlighting or email registra@tulane.edu. They should be able to help you.
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What types of activities will be provided by the program?
In addition to regularly scheduled classes, there are social and educational activities organized by Tulane. In previous years, these have included museum tours, court visits, and boat tours. A calendar of all activities will be given to you when you arrive in Paris.
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Will I need to bring any business attire with me?
You should bring business casual attire for visits to the courthouse and other such occasions. If you are working as an intern, you should wear professional clothing appropriate for a law firm.
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