Overview
Spend a semester or academic year in the enchanting city of Paris, France, with AIFS! Choose from a variety of course options at the prestigious Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne (CCFS). Located in the 7th district, commonly called “beau quartier”, the CCFS are close to the Rodin and d’Orsay museums. Students benefit from having one of the world’s greatest capitals of culture as their campus!
Academic Program Options in Paris (Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne)
French Language and Culture Program (Fall Quarter or Spring Semester)
Optional Early start Program in Cannes – Intensive French Language and Culture Preparation (Fall Quarter or Spring Semester)
What’s Included
TUITION
Up to 16 semester credits depending on program selectioncourses
Wide variety of courses available; taught in English and French-
HOUSING
Parisian homestay -
MEALS
Daily breakfast plus one meal per week in the homestay. All students receive a meal allowance on a pre-paid card, a voucher for a three-course meal and are invited to various group meals during the program EXCURSIONS & DAY TRIPS
such as visits to the Palace of Versailles, Monet’s garden in Giverny and the Château of Vaux-le-Vicomte-
CULTURAL & SOCIAL ACTIVITIES
Visits to museums and monuments, theater, ballet, concerts, walking tours and a boat ride -
HEALTH & SAFETY
24/7 emergency support and comprehensive insurance ON-SITE RESIDENT DIRECTOR
to help with any questions or advice you may need throughout the program- Volunteer opportunities
- Local AIFS Office provides study areas, travel resources and Internet access
- Study in an iconic European city in an international setting
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AIFS FLIGHT PACKAGE >>
Round-trip flights from 25 U.S. gateways
Airport transfers to and from campus EXCURSIONS >>
Normandy and Brittany (2 days)
Unique to Paris
Optional Components
Visa
The French government requires U.S. students to obtain a valid visa for their period of study in France. AIFS will provide guidelines to assist you with the visa application process.
A Typical Day of an AIFS Study Abroad Student in Paris, France



