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AIFS Abroad in Paris, France (ILCF): Summer

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Program Overview

Spend the summer in the incomparable city of Paris, France, with AIFS Abroad! You’ll earn up to 11 credits at the Institut de Langue et de Culture Françaises (ILCF). Courses are taught in English and French—no previous French language study is required.

Choose from the French Language Program or the French Language and Culture Program. French language courses are mandatory in all programs and offered at all levels, from Beginner to advanced. Electives are taught in English.

Live in a homestay and enjoy a typical French breakfast daily, along with an allowance for other meals. For an additional fee, live in a student residence and receive breakfast and an allowance for five different meals per week.

Cultural activities include:
• Guided walking tours
• Visits to museums and cultural sites
• Boat trips
• Half-day trips to Giverny and the Château de Versailles

Optional excursions include a 2-day trip to Normandy and Brittany and a 2-day trip to the Châteaux of the Loire Valley. For students on the optional AIFS Abroad Flight Package, a 2-night tour of London, England, is included.

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Program Highlights

Join a 4- or 8-week summer program in Paris, France.
Seize the opportunity to join, open to high school graduates, college freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors.
Choose from program options, including Intensive French Language Program and French Language and Culture Program.
Witness some of the best sights in and around Paris through AIFS Abroad organized field trips and excursions, including trips to Giverny and the Palace of Versailles.
Earn up to 11 credits awarded by the Institut de Langue et de Culture Françaises.

What's Included

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

Program Details

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Locations

  • Paris, France

Fields & Subjects

  • Architecture
  • Art & Fine Arts
  • Art History
  • Economics
  • French
  • Culture
  • Arts
  • Foreign Language

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • Year Round
  • Terms Available
  • Summer

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • Education
  • High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
  • University Freshman (1st Year)
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)
  • University Senior (4th Year)

Accommodation Options

  • Dormitory
  • Home-stays

Application Procedures

  • Transcript
  • Online Application

Age Requirement

18-30

Program Reviews

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Savannah KarlakUnited States · September 2024

amazing abroad experience!

This summer I studied abroad with AIFS in Paris and could not have asked for a better experience. First, the AIFS Abroad team in Paris is absolutely incredible with setting up activities, tours, and so much more. They even helped me get a home doctor visit when I had food poisoning for a week and were so incredibly helpful with both scheduling and reimbursements in regards to the visit. Second, my french language class was so beneficial and helped me grow my french skills significantly. I was in a class with students from all over the world and got to understand a little bit more about life in other countries, which I would not have otherwise experienced. Finally, studying abroad with AIFS made me so passionate about the global experience and taught me things I could never have imagined. I cultivated lifelong skills and learned how to better communicate with people from different backgrounds. I can not recommend AIFS more and encourage anyone interested to start the conversation and study abroad if possible!

Bradley BrodskyDecember 2023

Fun in Paris

Just warning you now, it's gonna take a LONG LONG time to get your transcripts from this program. A ton of fun though, worth it for sure! I had so much fun with my friends and we did so many cool things. I really liked how AIFS got us tickets to do cool things locker the boat tour, opera, tour, Versailles, ETC.

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What is the minimum GPA?

Minimum of 2.0 GPA

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A visa may be required for this program. Please contact your advisor or log into your portal for more information.

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Even before departure, dive right into the experience with the assurance that your stay abroad will be different than at home. With that said, check out our Social Identity & Access page for resources and tips for navigating a new environment.

Recognitions & Awards

Awards and accreditations earned by this provider

2025 Finalist - Innovation in Community College Programming
Notable Mention - GoAbroad Top Rated Study Abroad Providers 2024
Top Rated Provider 2023 - Study Abroad
Innovation in Diversity Finalist 2022
Innovation in Alumni Engagement 2020 Finalist
Innovation in Alumni Engagement 2020 Winner
Top Rated Program 2019 - Study Abroad
Alliance for International Exchange
Fund for Education Abroad
IAPA - International Au Pair Association
Diversity Abroad
Forum on Education Abroad
GoAbroad Top Study Abroad Program 2018
GoAbroad Top Study Abroad Organizations 2018
World Youth Student & Educational Travel Confederation

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