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AIFS Abroad in Paris, France (ABC): Semester

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Spend a semester or academic year in the city of Paris, France, with AIFS Abroad! You’ll earn up to 16 credits per semester through the International Business and Humanities Program while studying at the American Business College (ABCParis). Courses are taught in English. While abroad in Paris, make a positive impact on the local community through volunteer work! AIFS Abroad can help arrange local volunteer opportunities with charities and organizations such as Les Restos du Coeur, which distributes food and hot meals to homeless people. ABCParis offers an Internship Program that provides vital insight into a career field, experience in the global workplace, and the development of professional and personal skills. Internships are available in business development, hospitality, marketing, retail management, and tourism. You’ll enjoy cultural and social activities, including: • Guided city walks • Visits to many museums and cultural sites • Opera and ballet performances • A half-day trip to the Château de Versailles An optional, 2-day trip to Normandy and Brittany is also available. A 2-night tour of London, England, is included for students on the AIFS Abroad Flight Package.

Program Highlights

Take part in various organized social and cultural activities, excursions, and field trips.

Earn up to 16 credits per semester from the American Business School (ABS Paris).

Embrace the opportunity to volunteer and intern abroad.

Get the chance to receive financial assistance from AIFS Abroad in the form of grants or scholarships.

Experience an iconic European city while studying at a prestigious business school.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Paris, France
Availability
Year(s) Offered: Year RoundTerms Available:
  • Fall
  • Spring
  • Academic Year
Age Requirement: 18-25
Types & Subjects
Subjects & Courses:
  • Accounting
  • Art & Fine Arts
  • Art History
  • Business
  • Communications
  • Computer Science & IT
  • Culture
  • Economics
  • English
  • Fashion Design & Merchandising
  • Finance
  • Foreign Language
  • French
  • Humanities
  • International Business
  • International Policy & Diplomacy
  • International Relations
  • Law
  • Literature
  • Management
  • Marketing, Advertising, & PR
  • Mathematics
  • Political Science & Politics
  • Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Statistics
  • Theater
Guidelines
Nationalities:
  • American
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Last Updated: Jun 02, 2026

Awards

2025 Finalist - Innovation in Community College ProgrammingNotable Mention - GoAbroad Top Rated Study Abroad Providers 2024Top Rated Provider 2023 - Study AbroadInnovation in Diversity Finalist 2022

Program Details

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Locations

  • Paris, France

Types and Subjects

  • Subjects & Courses
  • Accounting
  • Art & Fine Arts
  • Art History
  • Business
  • Communications
  • Computer Science & IT
  • Culture
  • Economics
  • English
  • Fashion Design & Merchandising
  • Finance
  • Foreign Language
  • French
  • Humanities
  • International Business
  • International Policy & Diplomacy
  • International Relations
  • Law
  • Literature
  • Management
  • Marketing, Advertising, & PR
  • Mathematics
  • Political Science & Politics
  • Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Statistics
  • Theater

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Terms Available:
  • Fall
  • Spring
  • Academic Year

Age Requirement

18-25

Guidelines

Nationalities:
  • American

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
  • Pre-Departure Orientation
  • In-Country Orientation
  • Some Program Activity Costs
  • Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
  • Emergency Support
  • Assistance Booking Travel
  • Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
  • Alumni / Networking Membership

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Home-stays

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • University Freshman (1st Year)
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)
  • University Senior (4th Year)

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
  • Transcript

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the minimum GPA?

Minimum of 2.8 GPA

Will I need a visa?

The French government requires U.S. students to obtain a valid visa for their period of study in France. AIFS will provide guidelines to assist you with the visa application process.

Where can I find the courses offered?

AIFS Abroad offers a unique global educational experience for students in the Paris Semester program. Find the available academic options on this page.

Where can I find DEI info about Paris?

One of the best things you can do before departure is enter into the experience knowing that your time abroad will be different than at home. The resources, community, and support available to you abroad will likely be different as well. Your program staff will provide you with more details pre-departure and during orientation. See the Social Identity & Access page for further resources.

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Spend a semester or academic year in the city of Paris, France, with AIFS Abroad! You’ll earn up to 16 credits per semester through the International Business and Humanities Program while studying at the American Business College (ABCParis). Courses are taught in English. While abroad in Paris, make a positive impact on the local community through volunteer work! AIFS Abroad can help arrange local volunteer opportunities with charities and organizations such as Les Restos du Coeur, which distributes food and hot meals to homeless people. ABCParis offers an Internship Program that provides vital insight into a career field, experience in the global workplace, and the development of professional and personal skills. Internships are available in business development, hospitality, marketing,...

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