- Spend 24 hours immersed at CEFAM
Life at CEFAM unfolds both in and out of the classroom: international student groups, student organizations, events inspired by North American traditions, sports, and group projects set the pace for the year. Located on the René Cassin Campus in Lyon, students thrive in an environment shared with other schools while benefiting from the support of the CEFAM staff.
The campus has classrooms and lecture halls of various sizes, which are used depending on the format of the classes and events.
There are spaces where students can work individually or in groups between classes, including study areas and individual cubicles.
The campus provides computer equipment and Wi-Fi to support academic work.
A cafeteria and lounge areas are available on campus for breaks and downtime between classes.
The René Cassin Campus is home to several institutions. As a result, certain facilities, events, and student activities can be shared with the other schools on campus.
At CEFAM, an international perspective is central to the curriculum. Business students can choose to spend a full year at one of our partner universities in the United States, Canada, or Italy and earn a dual degree—one French and one North American—or opt for a semester abroad. In the International Relations program, the curriculum includes a full year at Siena University in the United States.
Choosing Housing That Fits Your Daily Life
Students can choose between a student residence, a rental apartment, or a shared apartment. For international students, CEFAM also offers the option of staying with a host family.
Plan Ahead for Your Housing Search
CEFAM currently recommends several student housing networks, including Studea Nexity, Cardinal Campus, and Les Estudines. These recommendations should be reviewed regularly before being adopted as partners or preferred options.
Getting Around by Public Transportation
The campus is located in the 9th arrondissement, near Gorge de Loup, which is served by Metro Line D. When choosing housing, you may therefore want to consider ease of access to the TCL network rather than just the distance from the campus.
Discover Different Neighborhoods
Lyon offers several areas well-suited to student life. For a CEFAM student, proximity to a metro station or a direct connection to Gorge de Loup is a practical factor to consider when choosing housing.
Planning Your Budget
In addition to tuition, you’ll need to budget for housing, food, transportation, insurance, and personal expenses.
Enjoy Student Life in Lyon
Student life isn’t limited to campus: culture, sports, dining, events, and student organizations allow students to explore Lyon and meet other students.
Participating in Sports
Students can participate in the sports clubs offered as part of campus student life, depending on the activities available each year.
International Students
The office dedicated to international students can assist new arrivals in finding housing and settling in Lyon.
To represent students and serve as a liaison between the student body, the administration, and faculty members.
Represent CEFAM to prospective students and at school events.
Examples: student fairs, open houses, presentations at high schools, meetings with prospective students, and participation in CEFAM events.
Help organize student activities
For example: organizing events and get-togethers, particularly those centered around North American traditions such as Halloween or Thanksgiving.
Organize the end-of-year gala.
Every year, a team of students organizes this event, which brings together the CEFAM community and marks the end of the academic year.
Produce this year's yearbook, inspired by the North American college tradition.
Students compile photos, events, and memorable moments from the year to create a collective memento of their graduating class.
To raise awareness and engage students in environmental and societal issues.
E.g. , awareness-raising initiatives, projects related to sustainability, diversity, ethics, and collective engagement.
The first few weeks give new students the opportunity to get to know CEFAM, their classmates, the staff, and how the campus works.
Halloween celebrations are among the North American traditions that have become part of student life at CEFAM and give rise to events organized with the students.
Thanksgiving is another event at CEFAM that reflects American culture. Students, teachers, and community members can come together for this event.
An intercultural event highlighting the different nationalities and cultures represented at CEFAM.
The Networking Event gives students the opportunity to meet alumni and professionals and expand their network.
Clubs and organizations put on projects and activities throughout the year: gatherings, sporting events, CSR initiatives, and student-led projects.
The gala held at the end of the year is one of the traditional highlights of student life at CEFAM.
The graduation ceremony brings together graduates and the CEFAM community. For students who are completing their studies at a partner university, ceremonies may also be held at the partner institution.
The faculty supports students throughout their academic program by monitoring their academic progress, assisting with course selection, and helping them plan their academic path.
Contacts:
Hélène Kayser — Director of Studies
helene.kayser@cefam.fr
Kaori Tsujioka — Academic Administration
kaori.tsujioka@cefam.fr
The administrative team assists students with procedures related to their enrollment, tracking their academic records, and their studies at CEFAM.
Contact:
Mattieu Montero – Admissions Director
mattieu.montero@cefam.fr
Students receive support in preparing for their study abroad experience at a partner university: choosing a destination, planning their academic program, and handling the procedures related to the transfer.
Contact:
Hélène Kayser – Director of Academic Affairs
helene.kayser@cefam.fr
For international students arriving in Lyon, CEFAM offers support in getting settled, particularly in finding housing in a student residence or with a host family.
Contact:
Camille Garnier – International Programs Coordinator
camille.garnier@cefam.fr
The Corporate Relations & Career Services team helps students develop their career plans and find internships by assisting with resume preparation, interview coaching, posting job openings, organizing meetings with professionals, and providing individual support.
Contacts:
Natacha Lalande – Director of Corporate Relations and Communications
natacha.lalande@cefam.fr
Lou-Anne Gomet – Communications and Corporate Relations Officer
louanne.gomet@cefam.fr
CEFAM is located on the René Cassin Campus, at 47 rue Sergent Michel Berthet, 69009 Lyon, in the 9th arrondissement. The campus is accessible via, among other routes, Metro Line D, at the Gorge de Loup station.
Students have access to classrooms and lecture halls, study areas, computer facilities, Wi-Fi, a library, a cafeteria, and lounge areas. Some services and activities are shared with the other institutions located on the René Cassin Campus.
Students can get involved in the Student Council, become ambassadors CEFAMOUS, take part in student events, and attend the Gala, and the Yearbook or CEFAM RSE. The list of active clubs and activities may change from year to year.
Student life is punctuated by several events, such as the start of the school year and orientation, Halloween, Thanksgiving, United Nations of CEFAM, the Networking Night, the Prom, and Graduation.
Yes. The CEFAM teams provide support to students in several areas: academic support, administrative matters, international mobility, settling in and housing, internships, and career guidance. Dedicated contacts are assigned for each of these needs.
