- France
- Paris
About Program
Spend a January, summer, semester or academic year in Paris, France with AIFS Abroad! You’ll earn 3-16 credits per term studying at the Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne (CCFS), part of the University of Paris. Courses are taught in English or French with no previous French language study required.
AIFS Abroad can help you arrange local volunteer opportunities with charities and organizations such as Les Restos du Coeur.
You’ll enjoy cultural and social activities including:
• Guided city walks
• Visits to the many museums and cultural sites of Paris
• Opera and ballet performances
• A half-day trip to the famous Château de Versailles.
An optional, 2-day trip to Normandy and Brittany is also available. A 2-night tour of London, England is included for students on the AIFS Abroad Flight Package.
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Diversity & Inclusion 💙
BIPOC Support
We encourage you to think about what matters most to you as you explore your program options.
LGBTQIA+ Support
Each person brings their own background and perspective, and that matters when choosing a program and a destination. Taking time to reflect on your identity and learning about the experiences of others is a meaningful part of going abroad.
Everyone’s journey is different, and where you go can shape how included and comfortable you feel. As you explore your options, we hope the information below helps you find the program and location that feel right for you.
Accessibility Support
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Sustainability
Program Highlights
- Earn up to 16 credits and transcript from Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne (CCFS)
- Guided tours of the city, museum visits & day trip to Château de Versailles
- No previous French language study required
- On-Site Program Director to help with any questions or advice you may need throughout the program
- Health & Safety 24/7 emergency support and comprehensive insurance
Popular Programs
Study abroad for three weeks during January Term in Paris. Earn 3 credits studying at the Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne (CCFS). Take a course on the fascinating history of French fashion. All courses are taught in English and will include visits to relevant sites in Paris to enhance classroom study.
Spend the summer in the city of Paris with AIFS Abroad. You’ll earn up to 6 credits studying at the Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne (CCFS). Courses are taught in English and French, with no previous French language study required. French language study programs are available at all levels, from Beginner to Advanced/Superior.
Cultural activities include:
• Guided walking tours
• Visits to museums and cultural sites
• Half-day trips to Giverny and the Château de Versailles.
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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.
