October 22, 2025

The VCU Brandcenter is offering a study abroad program in June 2026 to the Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity in Cannes, France!This once-in-a-lifetime experience is open to undergraduate and graduate students, including non-VCU students, and it is ideal for those interested in advertising, marketing, design, art, communications, journalism, and related fields. The program includes visits to local towns and full access to the Cannes Lions Festival, where students will engage with leading professionals in advertising, design, digital innovation, and marketing.

Applications are open until February 15, 2026. Undergraduate students will earn 3 credits, and graduate students will earn 1 credit from the VCU Brandcenter, which is the number one graduate school in advertising in the country.