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English in the Mediterranean

by: MEI Academy World High School

5 (10)Since 1997

Opening in Paris, The City of Light, gets this summer program started with a charge! We visit The Louvre, D'Orsay, and Pompidou museums and galleries that have stunned the wealthy and elite for generations. We climb the Eiffel Tower after a dinner at its base. Then after golden hour photos looking out over Paris, we descend in time for the strobe lighting spectacle of the Tower at 11pm. From there we traverse the countryside of Montpellier in the South of France before enjoying some well deserved time on the beaches of La Costa Brava in Spain. In Barca, we study the romantic writings of Miguel de Cervantes in Don Quixote to the magical realism of Gabriel García Márquez’s, One Hundred Years of Solitude, you will be mesmerized by the genius and depth of human creativity. Whether inspired by a glorious sunset in the Algarve or enjoying an afternoon in Gaudi’s Park Güell, this program is sure to engage and leave a profound impression on your life. We visit: - Paris - Montpellier - Barcelona - Costa Brava - Lisbon - The Algarve

Program Highlights

Enjoy the vibrant colours, unmatched architecture, and Catalan cuisine of Barcelona.

Discover sunrises along the beach and an afternoon climb through coves and hills in Costa Brava.

Benefit from ministry-approved credits and a 10:1 student/teacher ratio.

Explore hidden gems and nurture creative pieces to be performed in small cafés in Lisbon.

Hit the ground running this summer in the "fast lane" when we start in Paris. Here we will explore everything from La Louvre, D'Orsay and Pompidou, Napoleon's Tomb, and La Tour Eiffel.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Montpellier, France
  • Paris, France
  • Lisbon, Portugal
  • Barcelona, Spain
Availability
Year(s) Offered: 2027Terms Available:
  • Summer
Age Requirement: 14-17
Types & Subjects
Subjects & Courses:
  • Creative Writing
  • English
  • Literature
Focus Areas:
  • Experiential Learning
  • Gap Year
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Last Updated: Mar 25, 2026

Awards

Top Rated Program Study Abroad in France 2026
Notable Mention 2021 - High School Abroad

Program Reviews

Hear what past participants have to say about the programs

Overall Rating

5

Total Reviews

10

The quality of education is unparalleled to anything you can get in a classroom

February 04, 2026by: tyce renneberg
5

My summer on MEI was everything and more than what I hoped for. The staff and students were incredibly welcoming and the quality of education is unparalleled to anything you can get in a classroom. I know these experiences will forever stick with me and I can only hope that more people will see the value in such educations. I wouldn't have traded my summer with MEI for the world.

A once in a life time experience

February 03, 2026by: Andrea Monaco
5

Hi my name is Andrea Monaco and I just finished the english in Spain and Portugal program. This is a once in a life time experience I would recommend to everyone. The memories and friends you make are something you wouldn’t get anywhere else. The teachers were amazing with 1 on 1 time whenever needed and the structure of school is unbeatable. I can say I have made life long friends who I am already missing only 1 day later. This is something every kid should be able to experience and if you have the opportunity to do it, PLEASE DO.

Extremely inclusive

January 24, 2026by: Charlie Howell
5

I really enjoyed this program by MEI Academy because of the beautiful places we visited and the amazing teachers who supported me. I would recommend these trips to anyone because they are extremely inclusive.

Contributed to their personal and academic success

January 16, 2026by: Lisa BurgisDer
5

My daughters completed their high school English courses through MEI summer travel study program. It was an excellent experience! The locations chosen, the instruction, the organization was top notch. My daughters felt safe and cared for. The life experience was very valuable. I highly recommend this for your child. My daughters have gone on now to Medical school and Law School. MEI contributed to their personal and academic success. We are grateful to MEI.

Life long friendships

January 16, 2026by: Samantha Pepper
5

The media program is great for students that want to learn more about photography and videography while travelling around the world with a whole bunch of teenagers and amazing teachers to help with your academics. Media students also travel with ESP students which helps them bond with more people and make life long friendships. The teachers are very supportive and will make sure to give you all the help you need when completing projects. I highly recommend taking any form of MEI course, it is a great opportunity and everyone had a super fun time.

A life-altering experience

January 15, 2026by: Jeeya Ubhi
5

This was a life-altering experience, one with a new range of emotions I never knew existed. Not only did we get to see the most beautiful landscape, but had the most helpful and loving teachers that we could call family. With their help, we formed our own family that I will love endlessly. We all managed to not only learn from our teachers, but from the locals in the beautiful cities we encountered. It taught me to never take any moment in life for granted, and opened up a new perspective on how beautiful out world truly is, all from MEI.

A life changing experience

January 11, 2026by: jamie willis
5

MEI is a life changing experience and I wouldn't trade it for anything. It not only allows you to experience the world, make amazing new bonds, and an engaging education, but it also teaches you about yourself. I've always loved to travel but MEI made me believe I could do it on my own! I'll forever my grateful for everyone involved in the creation of MEI and everyone who was on ESP 2024.

An unforgettable experience

January 10, 2026by: Anya Tkachyk
5

This English abroad trip was incredible. The classes were engaging, and the instructors were top-notch. I loved the balance between learning and exploring the local culture. Every day brought new adventures, from trying local foods to visiting historical sites. I made great friends and learned a lot, whether it was for school or just essential life lessons. Highly recommend this trip to anyone looking to learn while having an unforgettable experience!

100/10

January 08, 2026by: Laura Monaco
5

My son completed the Spain/Portugal summer 2023. He just got back 24hrs ago. When I asked him to rate the experience out of 10 he said 100/10. He is sad and missing all of his classmates and teachers too. He has made life long friendships, experienced adventures like no other, matured in many ways, saw life and culture in a unique way and above all was taught by fantastic educators. The school/classroom environment was outstanding. Their chosen spots for lectures were breathtaking and providing the students with classroom and learning experience one they, my son, will never forget. MEI from day 1 of our inquiring and registering your communication, preparing and planning was a 100/10. As a parent it’s not easy letting your child travel across the world, but knowing he was doing it with MEI academy was extremely comforting for me. Thank you l, for all your hard work and dedication you put into the programs and most importantly the students! Highly recommend this experience of education and travel for all! Is there an ADULT one? Lol!

The best experience of my life

January 01, 2026by: tea Koles
5

MEI was the best experience of my life. I had so many adventures, made so many news friends, and a new set of memories to last a lifetime. I recommend any high school student who is able to take this opportunity to TAKE IT! My life wouldn’t be the same if I didn’t go. I finally had the opportunity to invest in my passion for photography and videography, and I learned so many new media skills as well. If you’re on the fence about MEI, take my advice and just do it- you definitely won’t regret it!!

Program Details

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Locations

  • Montpellier, France
  • Paris, France
  • Lisbon, Portugal
  • Barcelona, Spain

Types and Subjects

  • Subjects & Courses
  • Creative Writing
  • English
  • Literature
  • Focus Areas
  • Experiential Learning
  • Gap Year

Availability

Years Offered: 2027

Terms Available:
  • Summer
Duration:
  • 2-4 Weeks

Age Requirement

14-17

Guidelines

All Nationalities

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • All Program Activity Costs
  • Wifi Costs
  • Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
  • Group Meals
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
  • Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
  • In-Country Transportation To & From Project
  • International Airfare
  • Required Equipment
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
  • Pre-Departure Orientation
  • Academic Advising
  • Course Materials
  • Letter of Recommendation
  • Academic Credit
  • Emergency Support

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Group living
  • Other

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Letters of Reference
  • Phone/Video Interview
  • Transcript
  • In-Person Interview when Feasible
  • Online Application
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Opening in Paris, The City of Light, gets this summer program started with a charge! We visit The Louvre, D'Orsay, and Pompidou museums and galleries that have stunned the wealthy and elite for generations. We climb the Eiffel Tower after a dinner at its base. Then after golden hour photos looking out over Paris, we descend in time for the strobe lighting spectacle of the Tower at 11pm. From there we traverse the countryside of Montpellier in the South of France before enjoying some well deserved time on the beaches of La Costa Brava in Spain. In Barca, we study the romantic writings of Miguel de Cervantes in Don Quixote to the magical realism of Gabriel García Márquez’s, One Hundred Years of Solitude, you will be mesmerized by the genius and depth of human creativity. Whether inspired b...

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