Location:

Paris, France

Program Type:

Study Abroad

Degree Level:

Undergraduate

Term:

Fall Semester, Spring Semester

Program Overview

Program Description:

IES Abroad is a mission-driven, not-for-profit organization that strives to deliver the highest quality education while simultaneously promoting the development of interculturally-competent leaders. Founded in 1950, IES Abroad now offers more than 90 programs in over 34 locations around the world.

Founded in 1962, the program combines a rigorous curriculum of French language study with a wide range of course offerings. Students are provided with a unique opportunity to focus on issues of the Francophone world with specialized courses in Art, Cinema, Literature, and Francophone History. Also available to students are enrollment options at local universitys and internship opportunities in the fields of the Arts & Museums, Business & Marketing, Education, and Non-Governmental Institutions.

The program offers 15-19 credits hours, comprehensive predeparture support, on-site student services staff, orientation, housing placement, internship opportunities, enrollment options at one of the prestigious IES Abroad partner institutions, organized cultural events, and extraordinary field trips to destinations such as Reims, Chantilly, Normandy, Giverny, Versailles, Fontainebleau & Vaux-le-vicomte, and Provins. Visit the IES Abroad website to learn more or contact us today!

Setting Description:

Paris delights and inspires newcomers with the paintings in the Louvre, the grands boulevards, and a skyline marked by the Eiffel Tower and the Gothic spires of Notre Dame. Besides its many monuments and landmarks, other forms of art flourish, including public gardens, sidewalk cafes and outdoor markets, fragrant with fruit and pastries. As a major European capital, and one of the business and financial centers of the world, Paris is the home of prestigious universities and the headquarters of international businesses and organizations.

Additional Program Information

Scholarships:

Yes

Scholarships Description:

IES Abroad offers $5 million dollars in need- and merit-based scholarships and grants that can be used toward an IES Abroad study abroad program. Apply online using our universal Aid Application, and we’ll pair you with the scholarships and grants.