Study abroad in France

Why study French in France?

• France was a historical seat of power and continues to be an important contributor to the fields of science, art, cinema, fashion, technology, trade and economics.
• Enjoy world-renowned gastronomy while studying French in one of the cultural capitals of the world!
• As an American citizen you can study abroad in France for up to 3 months without a visa. If you're planning a trip at the last minute, studying in France is a very convenient choice.
• Flights or train tickets are usually inexpensive within Europe and traveling to neighboring countries such as Italy, England, Spain or Germany is easy. It is a unique opportunity to discover Europe on a budget!
• You will have no shortage of world-famous museums, churches and palaces to visit during your study abroad program in France.

Study French in France with EF

Whether you choose to experience the historical beauty of Paris or tan on the beaches of the French Riviera, after your course ends you will find yourself returning often to memories of your time in France. France is an inspiring place to learn French, even more so with EF whose French language schools have been established in France since 1967.

OUR COURSES

Our study abroad courses begin every Monday and run for a duration of 2 weeks to a full academic year. It’s your choice to make!

Below we provide only a short summary of our French study abroad programs. For more information, please order a free brochure or call us at 1 800-992-1892.

French Courses in France

(students and adults from 16 and older)

Our French language schools located in Paris and Nice:

• offer both general and intensive French courses to students of all levels.
• allow you to complement your general French course by preparing for a French proficiency exam or completing a professional internship.
• offer College Credit for 4+ week language courses.

No minimum GPA required to apply!

Students looking to spend time at the beach during their French study abroad course should consider our language school in Nice which is just minutes from the sea on foot.

If you are instead interested in history, politics or the arts, our French language school in Paris is the place for you. Located in the 10th arrondissement, it is within easy reach of all the famous sights and museums of Paris.

Here is a sneak peak of a typical day at our EF Paris school:

7:00 a.m.: Bonjour! Wake up in Paris.
7:30 a.m.: Enjoy a traditional French breakfast with your host family: croissant and coffee.
8:15 a.m.: Take the metro or walk to the school.
9:00 a.m.: French lessons
10:00 a.m.: Conversation Lab
12:30 p.m.: Grab a baguette sandwich at a local bakery
1:30 p.m.: French lessons and special interest class (French cuisine)
3:00 p.m.: Boat cruise on the Seine River: see Paris from the water!
6:00 p.m.: Return to host family for traditional French dinner.
8:00 p.m.: Disco Party on the Champs Elysées

Volunteer programs and internships in France

(students and adults age 18 and older)

Internships and volunteer opportunities with local companies and not-for-profit organizations are available to students studying on an 8+ week French study abroad program (no minimum duration required for volunteer programs). Students can choose among a number of companies and institutions to work with and an EF coordinator at the school will help with the placement.

Other EF courses

Language courses for Junior students at our French language school in Nice are available throughout the summer and are open to students aged 14-16.

Business French Courses for professionals in Paris with a special focus on Business French and the work environment.

For more information on our French study abroad programs, please call us at 1 800-992-1892 or order a brochure to receive by email or post.