Aspire by API

This program was really fun. I loved how it was a small group of students and we all got to know each other pretty well. The curfew was pretty early but I felt really immersed with the culture. I feel like I can understand the language better than before.

Best experience ever! The plaza is beautiful at night and a fun social scene during the day. Wish I never left.

The Aspire by API program in Paris, France was great! The entire month was meticulously planned and jam-packed with interesting cultural events and excursions. The typical craziness of better-known attractions like the Louvre and Musee D'Orsay was balanced by fun, calm, and guided walks along the streets of Montmartre and Le Marais among other great events. There was something new to see everyday! For someone who went into the program knowing relatively little about French culture, Aspire by API's comprehensive exploration of Paris quickly made me love it. Also, the API France resident directors - Anne Marie and Melissa - are absolutely amazing! The classes at the Institut Catholique de Paris were within walking distance of our residence and were split between grammar and pronunciation. All of the instruction was given in French, so even in just a month, my language skills improved greatly! All in all, I would most definitely recommend this program to anyone who is the slightest bit interested in the French language and the rich culture of Paris, or just plain looking for a great summer.