CIEE Gap Year in Paris, France: French Language & Culture
Program Overview
Boost your French fluency, living and learning in an inspiring city of art and culture.
Spend a semester abroad perfecting your French in the City of Lights. Immerse yourself fully into Parisian life as you stay with a local host family, attend 20 hours per week of language courses, share delicious meals, and embrace daily routines.
Outside of class, explore your new city and make yourself at ho...
Boost your French fluency, living and learning in an inspiring city of art and culture.
Spend a semester abroad perfecting your French in the City of Lights. Immerse yourself fully into Parisian life as you stay with a local host family, attend 20 hours per week of language courses, share delicious meals, and embrace daily routines.
Outside of class, explore your new city and make yourself at home. Visit the Louvre and Musée d’Orsay, marveling at masterpieces by Da Vinci and Monet. Stroll through the Latin Quarter, retracing the steps of literary icons like Hemingway and Sartre. You’ll leave France with unforgettable memories, lifelong friendships, and new skills for a successful future.
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- Post High School
- Experiential Learning
- Language Immersion
- American
Updated Jul 17, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Paris, France
Types & Subjects
- Types
- Experiential Learning
- Language Immersion
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- 2026, 2027
Eligible Nationalities
- American
Education Levels & Language
- Education
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
Accommodation Options
- Home-stays
- Other
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Age Requirement
18-25
Duration
- Post High School
Starts At
Refund Policy
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