Learn French in Paris with EF

Name: Learn French in Paris with EF
Brand: EF Language Abroad
SKU: 67521
Rating: 4.71 (42 reviews)

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Location

France
- Paris

Length

2 to 52 weeks

Language

French

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Program Details

Language Level

BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced

Immersion Level

Intensive

Certifications

DELF/DALF (French)

Specialized Courses

Business Specific Purposes

Weekly Classroom Hours

Housing

Apartment Host Family

Age Min.

Pricing

Starting Price

2195

Price Details

Two Weeks:
Your choice of course, with 20, 26, or 32 lessons per week (40 min/lesson)
Your selected EF Accommodation (Upgrades Available)
A range of meal plan options, depending on your accommodation and preferences
An action-packed schedule of activities and excursions led by EF Activities Managers
Language level assessments, progress tests, and certifications
Access to EF Campus Learning (including six months access post-program) and EF Campus Connect to enhance your studies and help you easily manage your trip. Free Wi-Fi available on campus

What's Included

Accommodation Some Activities Classes Some Meals Visa Wifi

What's Not Included

Airfare

Last Updated: Jun 10, 2025

Last Reviewed: Oct 06, 2024

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About Program

Learn French in Paris with EF Language Abroad and live like a local in the City of Light.

Our immersive language programs combine world-class French courses with real-life cultural experiences, helping you build fluency while discovering Paris’ iconic charm. Study at EF’s accredited language school located near the 9th arrondissement, with native-speaking teachers and small, interactive classes.

Customize your journey with flexible course lengths, housing options, and unforgettable excursions. Whether you’re ordering a croissant at a café or exploring the Eiffel Tower, you’ll practice French in real-life settings every day. Meet students from over 100 countries and make global connections while mastering the French language in one of the world’s most beautiful cities. Learn French in Paris—it’s more than a course, it’s a cultural adventure.

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EF students relaxing in the Paris school lounge

EF students studying on the school rooftop

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Program Highlights

Distinguished Quality: EF France was awarded the Le Label Qualité Français Langue Étrangère (French Foreign Language Quality label)
Elegant Parisian Campus: Stately school adorned with terraces in the trendy 9th arrondissement. Recently renovated to blend modern technology with classic architecture
Study from 2 weeks up to a full year, start any Monday.
Top activities include Normandy, Disneyland Paris, and Versailles
Choose to reside with a local host family or in the EF Residence, an international dorm.

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Program Reviews

4.71 Rating

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Rating Spread Gap Year Language

5 rating 85.71%
4 rating 7.14%
3 rating 2.38%
2 rating 2.38%
1 rating 2.38%

Housing 4.4
Support 4.95
Fun 4.95
Value 4.9
Safety 4.75

Instruction 4.5
Support 4.55
Fun 4.55
Housing 4
Value 4.05

Good for Students, Solo Travelers, Adventure travelers

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So far, the program has met all of my expectations. Every night I have gone out with EF, it has been a fantastic night! from Mix Club to the Rooftop party, I have made lots of friends from many different countries! the teachers are all very approchable, and they respect me as an adult which I greatly appreciate. Everyone has been very nice to me and I could'nt ask for anything more. I am very excited to see what the program has in store for me in the next 4 months!

Studying at EF Paris was a fast decision for me. Having only bought the program a week before classes started, I was not sure what to expect. From the moment I arrived, I realized I could not have made a better decision. Both students and staff are the friendliest people you will find. Activities are offered daily, giving you the opportunity to interact with other students, learn about different cultures, and practice your french, all whilst discovering the best Paris has to offer. Meeting students that stay for a few weeks or some that will stay for a few months, it is sure that you will make friendships that will last for a lifetime.

I had an amazing time during my short stay with EF Paris. Number one thing I would recommend would be living in the dormitories (specifically the Palatino residence located in China town). The residence was beyond beautiful, reasonably priced, and I feel that the independence I got from living in an apartment style dorm is a huge part of what made me love my time in Paris. We took care of our own meals (there was a well stocked kitchen with a stove, fridge, microwave), made sure our space was clean and were in charge of our own day outside of school. Although you may get to speak more french in the host families, I found that kids who chose this option were much more limited, especially because they often lived far away and had commitments to their host family that none of the kids in the dorm had.
There is a lot of independence required for this course, you are in charge of showing up to school and managing your time but that's what makes the experience so meaningful.
I would also reccomend going more more than two weeks to get the most out of the school aspect of the stay.
All the staff, especially activities directors, were fantastic. The overall school/social environment was wonderful, I made amazing friends there that I wouldn't trade for anything. Definetly reccomend a stay with EF Paris, great school and great experience.

What would you improve about this program?

They could have been clearer from the start about exactly how the language course worked (such as giving us a syllabus).

La experiencia con EF ha sido unica! esta es una gran oportunidad para no solamente aprender frances, si no que tambien te ayuda a conocer a muchas personas alrededor del mundo y a conocerte a ti mismo. El colegio organiza siempre muchas actividades y esta pendiente de tu desarrollo; El staff esta compuesto por personas increibles que te haran pasar el mejor tiempo de tu vida. EF sera siempre la mejor opcion.

La neta es de las mejores experiencias que he tenido, la neta es que es como estar en casa lejos de casa, el staff te apoya en todo lo que necesitas y si tienes algún problema siempre te ayudan. Todos los estudiantes están como super abiertos a hacer amigos y conocerte por lo que facilita el estar aca. Es increible por que conoces una cultura diferente, las clases son super didacticas y los profesores son super buena onda.

Pendant le Festival de Cannes, nous sommes allées à Cannes pour passer une soirée. Nous étions au Gotha et nous avons été invité dans le backstage du DJ Steve Aoki ! A 4 heure du matin on est allée dans les lodges backstage et nous avons pris un verre. Après, ils nous ont invité pour aller dans un club exclusif en nous faisant passer par un passage secret. Puis, nous sommes arrivées dans un club où il y avait Leonardo Dicaprio et Rihanna ! Le lendemain matin, nous avons pris un bon petit déjeuner à Cannes et nous sommes rentrer à Nice avec le numéro de Steve Aoki :)

What would you improve about this program?

Dans les classes j'aimerais que lors des débats par petit groupe entre étudiants, nous soyons corriger sur notre français.

Le petit ami de ma maman d'accueil est italien et nous avons eu des discussions très sympa. Nous avons bu un coup et il était très drole, il faisait plein de blague, et il était super sympa avec un accent très mignon ! :) Il mélangeait l'italien et le francais et ca me faisait vraiment sourire, surtout qu'avec l'espagnol je pouvais deviner ce qu'il disait mais surtout on a vraiment rigoler !

I had a great time! The staff and school is amazing, and the city is awesome! Lots of things to see and do. The teachers were absolutely great. I especially loved Marianne Pechabrier's class. Overall it was an exciting and unforgettable adventure. I'd go back right now if I could!

What would you improve about this program?

Better organized activities. There were times when I would sign up for an activity, only to be told a few hours later that it had been canceled.

Questions & Answers

Any insights into Nice homestay experience? How are families chosen?

Hi Tara! Host families are screened by our local school staff. We would be happy to connect you with alumni who have stayed with at a homestay in Nice if you'd like. Just email us at ILS@ef.com! Thanks.

By EF International Language Campuses on January 14, 2020

How were the host families?

Thanks for sharing your feedback, Ana. I am sorry to hear you didn't have a postive host family experience but hopefully you were happy with the service you received from the Admissions Team to resolve your concerns. If you'd like to discuss your concerns any further, I would love to connect with you. You can call me directly at 1-800-992-1892. I think it is important to add that all host families...

By EF International Language Campuses on June 13, 2018

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Alumni Interviews

These are in-depth Q&A sessions with verified alumni.

Why did you choose this program?

Prior to the start of my gap year, I did some basic research on other students' successful gap years and the various ways they filled their time. I quickly came across the USA Gap Year Fair, and signed up immediately. After an informative presentation by a general Gap Year Advisor, I met the representatives at EF. I explained to the team that I was looking for a language immersion experience that was time flexible.

Given the other elements I had planned into the year, I knew a standard September through December course would not fit my needs. I was pleasantly surprised to learn that EF courses begin every Monday. I was also happy to be given the option between a student residency and a homestay. After more independent research, I ultimately decided to enlist in EF given their years of experience. Their history in language immersion speaks volumes to their ability to run a course successfully.

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

Despite having made the initial connection with EF on my own at the USA Gap Year Fair, I was further encouraged by my independent Gap Year Advisor to invest a portion of my Gap Year at EF. Aside from this advice, I enrolled and organized my time at EF on my own, and found this process to run fairly smoothly.

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

I think my general advice for anyone on the verge of going abroad for an extended period of time is to put yourself out there. I can speak from my experience at EF that had I not approached a group of existing students at breakfast at the residency on my first morning, I would likely not have been introduced to a handful of students (none of them were American!) who would become the closest friends I made all year.

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

An average day at EF Paris is fairly straightforward. (I appreciated the regularity of the program after a few haphazard months of traveling.) I was enrolled in the intensive course which meant my days ranged from three to six hours of class.

On a longer day, I would begin class at 9, and would have three hours of general French classes. The topics in such classes are similar to that of your typical French class in the States – Grammar, Writing, etc.

After a quick lunch (often sushi as the Asian food scene is quite impressive in the area surrounding the EF campus), I would head to an elective course, such as French Journalism or Fashion. After my elective, I would take a Communications class which emphasized our ability to produce the language, as well improve our oral comprehension.

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

This is a tough one. I think I was concerned that my insecurities with my pre-existing abilities in French would prompt me to avoid immersion. For example, I was concerned that I may not apply myself outside of the classroom, therefore failing to take advantage of perhaps the most rewarding part of language immersion.

I overcame this issue more quickly than I expected, primarily by observing my peers interacting in French from our very first lunch breaks. It was certainly a lead by example experience, and proved to me that despite my abilities not being completely polished, there was still great value to communicating in French whenever given the opportunity.

How long do most students study at EF Paris?

This is also a tough one, there's such a range. During my time on campus, the school did receive an influx of Swiss-German students on spring break, all staying at most two weeks, but some even one. Nonetheless, my roommate was also on a Gap Year and spent the entirety of the year at EF Paris, developing her French skills.

I stayed only one month with EF, but if I could do it again, I would not recommend less than six weeks. I felt it took the first two weeks to get back into the groove of the language, and from there, an additional two weeks would have allowed me the opportunity to refine my French skills even more so. Additionally, I was not keen on leaving the great friends I had made.

Andrea Bruere

Staff Interviews

These are in-depth Q&A sessions with program leaders.

Alix Lallement

What is your favorite travel memory?

One of my favorite travel memories is meeting people from all over the world and living literally the "work hard, play hard" mentality in my current job. All of our meetings at EF are always super intense and constructive; sharing experiences, difficulties, and success with each other gives you the keys to motivation and always try to improve.

Participants come from everywhere and their differences are a big part of EF's success and the motivation of our staff is a big part of the happiness of our students. The core values are studied and shared within staff, and their encouragement to make everyone get up and move makes you feel good about being part of EF Education, and for me, EF Ecole de Français.

How have you changed/grown since working for your current company?

I started as a student and loved my academic year so much that when I finished and had to do an internship, I wrote to EF; I wanted to share my experience and convince others to do the same.

After 6 months, I became an EF employee and was selling what I loved - an academic year. I grew from that role and was chief of sales in France. After the experience in sales, I was offered the opportunity of opening the EF school in Paris which I love and still enjoy a lot.

What is the best story you've heard from a return student?

There are plenty of fantastic stories from students that we have heard after their return and we are still in contact with many students. We get to know students who stay long term very well, and do our best to help them when they are sad and when they are happy. We love when they come back for a visit, having grown up, and explain how we helped change their lives.

I think the best stories I've heard are about two students getting married, students joining the company, having succeed in their studies in France. When a former student contacts us, and tells us, "I have been studying here, I loved it and now I would like to become a host family too!" It's great to have a student thank as, and want to share what they received from their own host family.

What do you believe to be the biggest factor in being a successful company?

I believe the biggest factor in being a successful company is staying small while continuing to grow. I believe the biggest factor in being a successful company is knowing that all staff and students are unique.

Also, open communication between sales and production to present EF as a whole package so we can easily act and help with every step for the students. Being a big team with customer service in mind is one super important point of the company. Offering 7 different languages and being open to new technology all the time constantly keeps these questions in the back of our mind: "what can I do better?" and "what can I do differently?".

Mathieu Richard

School Director - EF Barcelona

Location

Location:

Paris

Currency:

Euro

Weather:

Jan-Mar

54 F / 36 F

Apr-Jun

73 F / 45 F

Jul-Sep

77 F / 54 F

Oct-Dec

61 F / 37 F

Airports:

Paris Charles de Gaulle

( CDG )

Paris Orly

( ORY )

If you talk to anyone that has ben to Paris, they will likely tell you that it felt magical. There is something exceptionally different in Paris; it could be the twinkling of the Eiffel tower every night, the smell of fresh bread wafting through the streets at all hours, the abundance of art, or the sheer beauty of Les Jardins. This city will leave you awe-struck.

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Program Highlights

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Any insights into Nice homestay experience? How are families chosen?

How were the host families?

Alumni Interviews

Sophie Ricciardi

Why did you choose this program?

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

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

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

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

How long do most students study at EF Paris?

Andrea Bruere

Staff Interviews

Alix Lallement

What is your favorite travel memory?

How have you changed/grown since working for your current company?

What is the best story you've heard from a return student?

What do you believe to be the biggest factor in being a successful company?

Mathieu Richard

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