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CIEE High School Summer Abroad in France

Name: CIEE High School Summer Abroad in France
Brand: CIEE Global Navigator
SKU: 271338
Rating: 4.73 (11 reviews)

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CIEE High School Summer Abroad in France

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4.73 · 11 reviews

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Location

France
- Paris
- Toulouse
- Rennes

Length

2 - 4 weeks

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Cultural Immersion Language Immersion Study Abroad

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Summer

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Get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE! High School Summer, Semester and Gap programs include Classes, Housing, 3 Meals/Day, Cultural Activities and Excursions, Comprehensive Medical and Travel Protection and 24/7 On-site Support.

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Accommodation Activities Meals Travel Insurance Wifi

Last Updated: Dec 11, 2025

Last Reviewed: Jul 01, 2026

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The elegance of Paris, the pink buildings in Toulouse or the green gardens of Rennes... Each CIEE High School Summer Abroad program location in France offers a unique experience to improve your French, whether you're a beginner or a more advanced French learner, or to gain real-world insight into Fashion Design and Engineering.

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COMMUNITY REVIEWS SUMMARY

Participants found the program offered strong cultural immersion, language improvement, and personal growth, with supportive staff and well-planned activities enhancing the experience. While most host family stays were positive, a few noted challenges with placements. The balance of structured excursions and free time allowed for exploration, though some mentioned curfews and commuting as limiting factors.

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Native teachers and expert instructors
Credentials for your college applications and résumé
24/7 support from CIEE program leader and in-country CIEE staff members

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Explore the beautiful city and improve your language skills in Rennes on one of two French Language & Culture programs. Immerse yourself in Western French culture by living in a homestay, delighting in weekend outings—hiking through the sands and river to get to Mont Saint-Michel and visiting towns on the southern or northern coast of Brittany, and so much more!

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Growth 4.85
Support 4.55
Fun 4.45
Housing 4.75
Safety 4.75

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My experience in France made a huge impact on my life. I see the world with a new perspective. Studying abroad has enlarged my world view; it exposed me to the infinite amount of culture and language that is in the world. I lived with an amazing host family who I consider my second family. I encountered challenges as well as fun moments, and those experiences helped me learn and made me a stronger person. My year abroad in France is something I will never forget nor regret.

What more could I say about studying abroad other than, it was the best year of my life without a doubt. When abroad you are faced with so much change, in your environment, language, friends, family, and also in yourself. I left home for France in September of 2015 and I had no idea that my whole life would change. I stepped so far out of my confort zone, and for doing that I was rewarded with the pleasure of meeting new people, whom I would have never known otherwise. The pleasure of trying new foods, which I never would have savored. The pleasure of seeing new places everyday, where I never would have ventured to. In June of 2016 I returned home from home, in those ten months France had become, and will always remain, my home. I am glad I stepped out into the world and I would do it a thousand times over, the question is, what is keeping you from stepping out? Allons-y!

I had an amazing visit to Toulouse with CIEE. The trip was extremely affordable after the generous scholarship I was given. I had so much fun on almost every excursion and all the adults associated with the program, I.E. Program leaders, teacher, in country leader, etc. Were all always available when needed and extremely helpful when asked a question. My only complaint was my host family stay was not very enjoyable but that was not CIEE's fault because my host mother was a great mom on paper and a good technical mom she just was not very good at connecting with my roommate and I or just being the most friendly person. But because of that it made the classes and free time AMD excursions so much better even though they were already so much fun. 10/10 would recommend to anyone whether they are looking for a traveling experience or not. Definitely worth it.

What would you improve about this program?

The only thing would be to have the program group flights set up so all the students sit together and can be in a group section.

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Why did you choose this program?

I chose to go to Rennes through CIEE because I was able to get financial help to explore this city that I have wanted to see for years. I started exploring French country when I was young, and I always knew Paris was too rushed and crowded for me. I chose Rennes because it was richer in history then other locations I was looking at. The crêpe and galette originated in Bretange, as well as some of the best salted caramel.

What did your program provider (or university) assist you with, and what did you have to organize on your own?

The University of Rennes provided nothing for us. As requirements change for each program, each student is required to bring a laptop, phone, headphones, etc. Each student is also expected to bring notebooks, paper, pens, and pencils. Every student is required to bring the required materials to class everyday, as the teachers will not have anything to give you.

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What is one piece of advice you'd give to someone going on your program?

In the regular level of the program (not the honors) there will only be 3 hours of class, there will also be a lot of homework. Between activities, exploring, class, homework, and talking to your host family, you will rarely have down time. Use the free time to explore, but also remember to rest and not overwork yourself. Burning out is common if you push yourself. And you will not want to miss anything

What does an average day/week look like as a participant of this program?

Weekdays look like breakfast with your hosts, class from 9:30-12:30 lunch for an hour or 2 depending on the cultural activities. The activities change daily, from sports to art, to just being in the park. Never a dull moment. After the cultural activities, you have until 8 to explore, then you go home to join your host for dinner. Weekends can hold day trips, overnight events, and rest days. Trips change every session, all but the mont st michel. On this trip, you will travel and walk all day, food will be a picnic from your hosts, and you will be back before dinner, wear shorts and sneakers, but bring a place to carry your shoes!

Going into your experience abroad, what was your biggest fear, and how did you overcome it? How did your views on the issue change?

My biggest fear was that I wouldn't know the language enough, as a student studying the language, I belived that would be a big barrier. However, the host families all know enough English to communicate with you. You are also placed with hosts based on the language level you test into. My family spoke English and French fluently, I would speak what I could in French and the rest in English, they would then tell me how to translate it into French. And most employees speak English, if your stuck while at a resturaunt or store just ask "Anglais sil tu plait?"

How will I know who's in my group? Will I make friends?

Don't Panic! You will meet your group using the online canvas page they will put you in, exchange numbers, social media, and make a group chat! You will find friends before you even start packing. From my own experience I know it can be scary, but introduce yourself, reach out, and say hi. Start that group, ask all your questions, be the brave one in a crowd of people just as scared as you. You got this!

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CIEE High School Summer Abroad in France

CIEE High School Summer Abroad in France