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Locations: Paris, France
Program Terms: Fall, Spring
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: CIEE
Who Approved: Tulane applicants only

Dates / Deadlines:

Dates / Deadlines:
Term	Year	App Deadline	Decision Date	Start Date	End Date
Fall	2027	02/17/2027	02/24/2027	TBA	TBA

Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
External Application:	YES - REQUIRED - Find Secondary Application on Program Homepage	Capped Program:	Yes
Minimum GPA Required:	2.8	Academic Disciplines:	Art History, Economics, French, History, Political Science, Sociology, Sustainability
Estimated Visa/Residency Costs for One Semester:	$250-$500	Academic Calendar:	Similar to TU (Fall), Similar to TU (Spring)
Language of Instruction:	English	Housing Paid to::	Program
Standard Commute Time:	45-60 minutes	Application Fee:	50.00
Visa Required:	YES	Passport Needed:	YES

Program Description:

Semester in Paris

Paris, France

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Program Overview

Your Semester in Paris program lasts a full semester and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE courses, host institution courses, and courses taught online through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in French culture. Live and learn in Paris!

Unique Experiences

Learn about cheesemaking

or jam-making at one of our workshops

See the Mona Lisa

and the other 35,000 works of art at the Louvre Museum

Stroll along the Royal Palace Garden

and Rue Saint-Honoré and explore theaters, cafés, and luxury shops

Learn More About Paris

Your Destination

Paris is France's cosmopolitan city, offering an inspiring environment for students of all disciplines. The city's unique blend of French culture, iconic architectural landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and Notre-Dame Cathedral, bustling markets, and lively arts scene create an enriching backdrop for studying abroad. Whether you're studying business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, Paris is the perfect place to study abroad.

Housing

CIEE Paris offers diverse housing options to ensure you are comfortable in your home away from home. All housing options are located in neighborhoods around Paris or in close suburbs called 'la petite couronne,' with convenient access to public transportation. From apartments to residence halls, you will find your housing is conveniently situated near grocery stores, city supermarkets, cafés, eateries, pharmacies, and everything else you could possibly need.

View CIEE's program page for additional housing information.

Program Highlights

Academic Courses: Choose from CIEE courses, host institution courses, and online courses delivered by CIEE's global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.
Optional Internship Placements: Enhance your program with an optional for-credit internship that aligns with your career aspirations.
Immersive Experiences: Participate in activites, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture, values, and local art, film, music, cuisine, and sports scenes.
Academic Projects: Enroll in an optional for-credit independent research project or service-learning project for increased professional development opportunities.

Activities

CIEE's excursions and cultural activities in Paris will open doors for you to explore France's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.

Samples of past excursions and activities:

Participate in excursions to fascinating French locations, like Reims, Giverny, Chantilly, the Loire Valley, or Normandie
Test your skills as a nose at the Fragonard Perfume Museum and learn about the history of perfume-making in southern France
Take a stroll in the Montparnasse neighborhood to learn about the area's influence on art and literature

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.

Academics

CIEE Paris: Centrally located in Paris' 12th arrondissement, CIEE Paris sits at the foot of subway line #1, making it easily accessible to the rest of France's iconic capital! The study center features six classrooms, a student lounge, an on-site academic advising office, and complimentary Wi-Fi and printer access.

Institut Catholique de Paris (ICP):?Founded in 1875, ICP allows its students to have a rich historical experience while enjoying the modernity of a 21st-century campus. ICP teaches more than 10,000 students, one third of which are international students.

Arizona State University (ASU): Brought to you by CIEE in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the CIEE academic calendar.

View CIEE's program page for additional academic information, eligibility requirements, and courses.

Internships

The work scene in Paris is vibrant and diverse, focusing on fashion, marketing, tourism, data analysis, and computer science. The city fosters innovation and creativity, strongly emphasizing collaboration and networking. In Paris, tradition seamlessly blends with modernity, enhancing its dynamic atmosphere.

Industry options include:

Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications
Business Management and Administration
Government and Public Administration

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - Up to $1,500 toward travel costs guaranteed to students with a FAFSA SAI of $10,000 or less. Higher should still apply!

Gilman Go Global Grants - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $1,000 guaranteed to Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship applicants.

Merit-Based Scholarships - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $750/summer awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

Learn More About Scholarships

What's Included

Tuition
Housing
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation – an introduction to your academic program, plus practical information about living in your host city
Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext Travel Protection
24/7 emergency on-site support

Why CIEE

200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
$8 million in scholarships offered each year
1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
Study tours and cultural activities included
Internships and volunteering opportunities
Rigorous academics
Cultural immersion
iNext Travel Protection included

Questions?

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