Sciences Po Saint-Germain-en-Laye initiative was founded in September, 2014. The program is administered by the universities of Cergy-Pontoise and Versailles Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines.
This 5-year program relies on a combination of lecture courses, seminars limited to 20 students per class and supervised projects. International researchers and visiting students from all continents are welcomed regularly. 1st and 2nd years are dedicated for introductory courses in the social sciences. During the 3rd year students study abroad. The final two years of the program are designed to prepare students for a career.