I chose CIEE because I wanted to live in more than one place. Sure, you can travel every weekend and go many places for a couple of days each, but there is something so special about living somewhere and learning the ins and outs of a city, so getting that experience in more than one place was important to me. As I am about to leave Paris to go to my second block, I really feel like it flew by. Some of my favorite moments from this block have been on my commute to class (though longer than I'd like), I've grown to love it. When I finally could turn on auto-pilot and put headphones in on the metro, I felt like a real local. The metro is easy, everything is accessible, and the trips that CIEE planned for us were really fun! The city is beautiful and as a lover of people-watching, this is the best city for that. I don't know French, so that comes with its challenges, but almost everyone here speaks enough English. I have really enjoyed Paris, and I hope to come back some day.

I loved Paris so much! My teacher through CIEE was the absolute best. She was fun and engaging. I was nervous about having class for so long throughout the day but my professor made the time fly by. We were in bercy village which gave us access to many restaurants and stores right outside of our hotel. It was so much fun and I made so many friends. Exploring the city was exciting and the metro got a lot easier to navigate during my stay. I would recommend this program to anyone who wants to study abroad!

I had a lovely time on CIEE's Paris study abroad program. The staff was super supportive and very responsive, creating an ideal environment for me to immerse myself in the Parisian lifestyle. They organized a number of enriching activities, both in Paris and outside (day and overnight trips to Normandy, Tours, and etc.), for students to participate in. I had a lot of fun traveling to the Loire Valley and Tours with CIEE. CIEE Paris created a perfect environment to be my home base for my semester abroad.

CIEE’s Study Abroad program in Paris was truly one of the most inspiring and transformative experiences I’ve ever had. Every day was filled with creative energy, meaningful learning, and cultural discovery. The program is thoughtfully designed, and the instructors are not only incredibly knowledgeable, but also deeply invested in each student’s growth.

One of the most exciting parts of the experience was our connection to world-renowned institutions like IRCAM. Being immersed in such a vibrant artistic and academic environment was incredibly motivating. I only wish we had even more opportunities to attend performances at places like the Paris Philharmonie or visit major exhibitions—there’s just so much happening in Paris, and every moment offers something new to learn and be inspired by.

The coursework is intense in the best way—it challenges you to think deeply, work creatively, and stretch your abilities. If the program were extended to six weeks, I think students could benefit even more from the richness of the material. I also found the one-on-one lessons invaluable and would love to see them offered in longer sessions to dive deeper into individual projects.

While there’s a final reflection paper, I believe a creative program note for the final project might be an even more meaningful way for students to express their artistic journey.

Overall, this program is a dream for anyone passionate about the arts, music, or cultural exploration. You’ll leave with new ideas, lifelong memories, and a deeper sense of who you are as a creator. I highly recommend it to anyone ready to grow, be challenged, and experience Paris through a truly unique academic lens.

CIEE provided all the support needed to navigate the streets of Paris (quite literally with their intensive metro lessons). I did not think I would need this family-like environment when moving across the world. As an Italian-American, I have spent a lot of my life in Italy. The culture shock was not apparent to me in Paris as it very much reminded me of Italy minus my family and friends. The students and staff at CIEE were what made my experience the best four months of my life. They are now all people that I hope to keep in my life forever no matter where we are!

I absolutely loved my experience here and would recommend it to anyone considering a study abroad program. It was incredibly refreshing to step away from the routine of my home campus and immerse myself in the vibrant culture of a new city. Living in this exciting environment not only broadened my perspective but also helped me grow as a person in ways I never imagined. The staff here are genuinely friendly, approachable, and incredibly supportive—they made the transition seamless and were always there to help whenever needed. What made the experience even better was the group of program participants, who were all just as enthusiastic about exploring the city and traveling as I was. This shared sense of curiosity and adventure made it incredibly easy to connect with others and form meaningful friendships that I know will last long after the program ends. It was a truly transformative experience!

The experience I had with CIEE in Paris was so wonderful. Not only did they enhance my academic skill, but CIEE assisted in my career development. My unique perspective is that, while I was taking classes through the institution, I was also concurrently working at an internship, all set up by CIEE! My role was a Marketing Intern for a startup at Station F (the largest startup incubator in the world!) and it honed my marketing skills and taught me so much about the industry that I would not have known without working for a startup. CIEE just connected me with some of their partner companies, and all I had to do was interview! It was such a great experience, and I encourage anyone who studies abroad through CIEE to participate in their Internship Seminar program!!

My study abroad experience with CIEE in Paris was really unforgettable. From the moment I arrived, the CIEE staff were incredibly supportive, making the adjustment to a new city and culture so much smoother. They went above and beyond to ensure that every student felt comfortable and well-equipped to navigate Paris. Whether it was guidance on how to get around or insights into local customs, their support made a huge difference.

The classes were very engaging annd interactive. We got to explore different parts of Paris as part of the coursework. It wasn't just theoretical learning – we were out in the city, discovering new places and seeing what we were studying firsthand. This made everything we learned more impactful and memorable.

Another aspect I loved was the split-block format, which gives you the chance to study in three different locations within one semester. This adds such a dynamic element to the experience, allowing you to explore and immerse yourself in multiple cultures. On top of that, the other students in the program are incredibly welcoming and outgoing, which makes building friendships easy and fun.