Overview
Spend a semester or academic year in the vibrant and romantic city of Paris, France, with AIFS! Choose from a range of course options at the Institut de Langue et de Culture Françaises (ILCF), a department of the Catholic University of Paris. Renowned for its intellectual and research excellence, ILCF welcomes 2,500 students every year from all over the world.
Academic Program Options in Paris (Catholic University of Paris, Institut de Langue et de Culture Françaises)
French Language and Liberal Arts
Volunteer opportunities availableWhat’s Included
TUITION
Up to 17 creditscourses
Wide variety of courses available; taught in English and French-
HOUSING
Parisian homestay. Additional housing options are available -
MEALS
Daily breakfast plus one meal a week is included in a 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 rideHEALTH & 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
- Volunteer opportunities
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AIFS FLIGHT PACKAGE >>
Round-trip flights from 25 U.S. gateways
Eurostar train from London to Paris
Airport and hotel transfers to and from campus
2-night London stopover 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.



