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CIEE HS Summer Abroad: Architecture & Culture in Europe
Dive into two of Europe’s most iconic cities and trace the evolution of Western architecture and European modernity. In Rome, explore ancient innovations, Renaissance balance, and Baroque flair. Then, head to Paris to study Gothic cathedrals, modernist landmarks, and the transformation from winding medieval alleys to Haussmann’s grand boulevards. In each city, you’ll build design knowledge, sketch...
Dive into two of Europe’s most iconic cities and trace the evolution of Western architecture and European modernity. In Rome, explore ancient innovations, Renaissance balance, and Baroque flair. Then, head to Paris to study Gothic cathedrals, modernist landmarks, and the transformation from winding medieval alleys to Haussmann’s grand boulevards. In each city, you’ll build design knowledge, sketch on-site, and learn how buildings reflect culture and identity. Compare architectural styles shaped by major cultural shifts, explore civic spaces and streetscapes, and develop the ability to see cities through the eyes of a designer. You’ll create a sketch portfolio, reflect in your journal, and develop a final project complete with visual concepts and a written artist statement to present to pe...
Program Highlights
Picnic or paddleboat through Villa Borghese, Rome’s largest landscaped park, filled with fountains, sculpture-lined paths, and views of the city.
Tour a Renaissance villa with frescoed ceilings, marble columns, and symmetrical gardens. Discover how architects balanced math, nature, and beauty to reflect the ideals of the era.
Visit the Eiffel Tower, once called a “metal monster” by critics. Learn how this radical design became a symbol of Paris and one of the most iconic structures in the world.
Explore through the Louvre on a scavenger hunt. Marvel at the Mona Lisa and explore the museum’s stunning setting—a grand palace with columned courtyards and a striking glass pyramid.
Cruise the Seine River, gliding past Notre Dame, the Musée d’Orsay, and the Eiffel Tower. Get to know the city’s monuments you float under historic bridges with friends.
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Quick Details
- Paris, France
- Rome, Italy
- 2-4 Weeks
- Summer
- Experiential Learning
- American
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Locations
- Paris, France
- Rome, Italy
Types and Subjects
- Focus Areas
- Experiential Learning
Availability
Years Offered: 2026
- 2-4 Weeks
- Summer
Age Requirement
14-17
Guidelines
- American
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Some Program Activity Costs
- Travel Insurance
Accommodation Options
- Group living
- Other
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- High School Freshman (1st Year)
- High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
- High School Junior (3rd Year)
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
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Dive into two of Europe’s most iconic cities and trace the evolution of Western architecture and European modernity. In Rome, explore ancient innovations, Renaissance balance, and Baroque flair. Then, head to Paris to study Gothic cathedrals, modernist landmarks, and the transformation from winding medieval alleys to Haussmann’s grand boulevards. In each city, you’ll build design knowledge, sketch on-site, and learn how buildings reflect culture and identity. Compare architectural styles shaped by major cultural shifts, explore civic spaces and streetscapes, and develop the ability to see cities through the eyes of a designer. You’ll create a sketch portfolio, reflect in your journal, and develop a final project complete with visual concepts and a written artist statement to present to pe...
CIEE High School Abroad
CIEE High School Abroad
Ready to Learn More?
Dive into two of Europe’s most iconic cities and trace the evolution of Western architecture and European modernity. In Rome, explore ancient innovations, Renaissance balance, and Baroque flair. Then, head to Paris to study Gothic cathedrals, modernist landmarks, and the transformation from winding medieval alleys to Haussmann’s grand boulevards. In each city, you’ll build design knowledge, sketch on-site, and learn how buildings reflect culture and identity. Compare architectural styles shaped by major cultural shifts, explore civic spaces and streetscapes, and develop the ability to see cities through the eyes of a designer. You’ll create a sketch portfolio, reflect in your journal, and develop a final project complete with visual concepts and a written artist statement to present to pe...
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