Description

This course combines the perfect blend of French language immersion and Creole cultural exploration to create an unforgettable experience. Guadeloupe is a slice of France nestled in the heart of the Caribbean's French West Indies. The result is a unique fusion of French and Creole influences, with charming towns, delicious food and an easygoing pace of life. A French Overseas Department, Guadeloupe provides a great alternative location for language studies. You won't hear English spoken here, so prepare for complete immersion in the French language on an amazing island adventure! Home stay in the picturesque seaside town of St. Anne. Hike rugged volcanic peaks and dense rainforests. Try your hand at surfing, sea kayaking and soaring through the forest on a zip-line. Shop in colorful markets and volunteer on a variety of service projects. Then sail to nearby Marie-Galante and/or Ile des Saintes to discover more of this quintessential French island paradise.

Highlights

* Learn French through cultural immersion and instruction
* Island excursions including sea kayaking and rainforest hiking
* Home stay with a local family
* 3-day sailing trip to nearby islands
* Service work in a beachside community

Excursions include:
* Zip line canopy tour
* Surfing
* Drumming, traditional art and cooking lessons

Travel Types

• Hiking
• Homestay
• Kayaking (Sea)
• Language Immersion
• RainForest Tours
• Sailing
• Surfing
• Volunteering

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Minimum Education

High School

Languages

• French

Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching

• English
• French

Subject Areas

• Culture
• French
• Intensive Language

Cost in US$:

call for details

Credit Available

yes

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays
• Group living

Typically Participants Work

in Groups of limited in size to between 10-16 students.

Scholarships are Available

Applications for next summer are due May 1st. Scholarship awards will be made May 15th.

Application Process Involves

• Physical Exam/Health Records
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

1-3 days

Year Founded

1993