Paris is without doubt one of the most beautiful European cities and continues to rank among the top five tourist destinations in Europe. The abundance of art and culture found throughout Paris provides an ideal setting for learning the language. Each of the 20 arrondissements of the city has its own unique charm and character. Whether you find yourself wondering through the Latin Quarter, the Marais, St. Germain or Montmartre, every day will bring you something new to discover. Although Paris has a seemingly endless selection of museums, exhibits and monuments to visit, perhaps the most pleasant pastime is to sit at a table outside a caf�and watch the world go by. For the price of a caf�cr�e, you may linger as long as you like - read the paper, have a meal, or plan your next move while resting your feet.

The program is open to students from around the world and includes 20 hours of instruction per week. The faculty is made up of native French professors experienced in teaching French as a Second Language. All classes are taught in French. Class size varies from 10-14 students. Groups are set up by levels (Beginner to Advanced), determined by proficiency tests given the first day of each session at final registration. Classes are held Monday-Friday from 9:00am-1:00pm at an accredited language institute conveniently located in the 9th arronndissement, just a few blocks from the Opera de Paris.

The school is equipped with a resource library, audio/video laboratory, computer lab, and student lounge area with vending machines. Internet access is available at the school or in local cyber cafes. Course certificates are awarded upon successful completion of each program and must be requested directly from the admissions office in France. Official transcripts are processed by the host institution through the FAE office. Students must submit a Credit Transfer Request Form to the FAE office in Virginia to receive a transcript. One transcript is provided at no cost to each student. A fee of $20 is charged for each additional transcript. A weekly schedule of activities is available from the institute at final registration in France. Additional services, excursions and local information are available through the Office du Tourisme in town.

Note: No classes will be held on the following national holidays: July 14th and August 15th. FAE also offers 4 and 8-week Summer Study Abroad Programs in Aix-en-Provence, Bordeaux, Montpellier, Nice, and Tours.

Housing is arranged by FAE and the host institution in your choice of a private room with shared bath in the home of a local resident, a private dorm room in a student residence, or in a furnished efficiency apartment. A meal plan of daily breakfast and dinner is included with the homestay and student residence options. Bed linens and bath towels are provided with all housing options. Please indicate your first and second choice of housing on your application form. There is a wide selection of cafes and budget restaurants throughout Paris for meals not included in your housing option. The student residence has a cafeteria on the premises. A list of recommended student restaurants is available at final registration from the admissions office in France.

*A refundable security deposit is required for all apartment rentals.

Note: Expenses may vary with fluctuating exchange rates.

A weekly schedule of activities and excursions is arranged by the institute. These activities require an extra fee. Students sign up for the activities of their choice once in France. Ask for a complete list of options at final registration. In addition to the activities and excursions organized by the institute, the Office du Tourisme offers a wide selection of guided tours and events. A sample selection of activities includes a narrated coach tour of the city, a boat ride down the Seine River, a guided visit of a museum, or half-day excursions to the Cathedral of Chartres or nearby Palaces (Versailles, Fontainebleau, Vaux Le Vicomte). Wherever your passion lies, you will find just the right place in and around Paris to make your Summer Study Abroad Program an experience you will want to repeat!