- France
- Grenoble
About Program
Spend a semester or academic year in Grenoble, France with AIFS Abroad. You’ll earn up to 17 credits per semester through the French Language and Culture Program at the Université Grenoble Alpes (UGA). Courses are taught in English and French, with an intermediate or above level of French required.
Volunteer in the local community while studying in Grenoble! Students can take a service learning component in addition to the standard courses. Volunteer opportunities include designing and running English language workshops for French high school students or French undergraduate students.
You’ll enjoy cultural and social activities including:
• Guided city walks
• Visits to local museums
• French cooking classes
• A ride on the famous cable cars over the city
• Day trips to Lyon and Annecy
• 3-day trip to Provence
• 4-day trip to Paris.
Optional excursions include a 2-day visit to Vercors (fall) and a 2-day trip to an Alpine resort (spring)
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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
Impact 🌎
Sustainability
Program Highlights
- Earn up to 17 credits and transcript issued by the Université Grenoble Alpes
- On-Site Program Director to help with any questions or advice you may need throughout the program
- Live in a homestay or, for a supplemental fee, a student residence
- 4 day trip to Paris & 3 day trip to Provence
- Access to the renowned Clifton StrengthsFinder assessment and alumni network
Popular Programs
Spend a semester or academic year in Grenoble, France with AIFS Abroad. You’ll earn up to 15 credits per semester through the Intensive French Language Program at the Université Grenoble Alpes. Courses are taught in English and French, with no prior French language studies required.
Spend the summer in the idyllic Alpine city of Grenoble, France with AIFS Abroad! All students take a French language course for 5 credits at the Université Grenoble Alpes. The aim of this intensive course, at all levels, is to develop both written and oral expression and comprehension by working on grammar and vocabulary while simultaneously learning about French life and culture. Courses are taught in English and French with no previous French language study required.
