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USAC France: Pau - French Language & European Studies

by: University Studies Abroad Consortium

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Take part in the French Language and European Studies program offered by USAC in Pau, France. The program provides students with the opportunity to study the French language intensively while taking academic courses. The Pau program's intensive language approach lets students complete the equivalent of up to one and a half years of language coursework in a university in only one semester. Partic...

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Program Highlights

Take courses in various disciplines.

Learn French quickly through the intensive language course.

Study in Pau, a great location for immersing in the French culture and experiencing an active student culture.

Experience living in a picturesque French town.

Live in charming Pau, a lovely small city set against a stunning backdrop of the Pyrenees and with more green space per inhabitant than any other European city.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Pau, France
Availability
Year(s) Offered: 2026Terms Available:
  • Fall
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Academic Year
Age Requirement: 18-30
Types & Subjects
Subjects & Courses:
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Last Updated: Mar 30, 2026

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Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9

Total Reviews

59

I Love Pau!

June 06, 2026by: Megan Heldt - United States

Program: USAC France: Pau - French Language & European Studies

8

In Pau, I had an incredible experience learning French in an international classroom, where the only shared language between all my peers and I was French. It pushed me out of my comfort zone to speak French every single day and learn new vocabulary and grammar skills. On top of that, I stayed with a wonderful host mom in the center of the historic district of Pau, literally a 3 minute walk from a medieval castle. This made it easy to explore the city and connect with local restaurants, businesses, and festivals.

I was amazed at this!

June 01, 2026by: Rosie Reynolds - United States

Program: USAC France: Pau - French Language & European Studies

8

There was a big group trip I got taken on with people who came abroad with me from other universities in the United States. It was the Paris trip and it was something I’ve been dreaming about since I was little. I got to see the Effile tower for the first time and it was an amazing experience. I almost cried.

Pau, France Review

May 01, 2026by: Michael Ankenbauer - United States

Program: USAC France: Pau - French Language & European Studies

9

I thoroughly enjoyed my semester abroad in Pau. It is a beautiful city in a beautiful country. For the most part, my professors were very friendly and I feel like my French skills improved greatly. I enjoyed the walkability of the city and campus, and would love to visit again in the future. The USAC staff was supportive and I felt like I could go to them with any issues.

Program Details

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Locations

  • Pau, France

Types and Subjects

  • Subjects & Courses
  • Art & Fine Arts
  • Art History
  • Business

Availability

Years Offered: 2026

Terms Available:
  • Fall
  • Spring
  • Summer

Age Requirement

18-30

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Solo, Group

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Some Program Activity Costs
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)

Accommodation Options

  • Dormitory
  • Home-stays

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)

Application Procedures

  • Transcript
  • Online Application
  • Essay
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Take part in the French Language and European Studies program offered by USAC in Pau, France. The program provides students with the opportunity to study the French language intensively while taking academic courses. The Pau program's intensive language approach lets students complete the equivalent of up to one and a half years of language coursework in a university in only one semester. Participants can take additional courses in Art History, Culture, Film, Political Science, and Literature. These courses are taught either in French or English, depending on the semester. They also get the chance to enroll in integrated courses alongside international students at the University of Pau. Due to the global health status worldwide, USAC is making programmatic changes to summer, fall, and ...

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