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 heart of Paris, students benefit from having one of the world’s greatest capitals of culture as their campus. Give your French language skills a head-start while enjoying the French Riviera with the Optional Early Start Program in Cannes.
Academic Program Options in Paris (Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne)
French Language and Culture, Optional Early start Program in Cannes – Intensive French Language and Culture Preparation
Volunteer opportunities availableWhat’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. Additional housing options are available -
MEALS
Daily breakfast plus one meal per week in the homestay. All students receive a package of snack vouchers, 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 and hotel transfers to and from campus
2-night London stopover
Transfer by Eurostar train London - Paris (Early Start students fly from London to Nice instead of taking the Eurostar to Paris) 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



