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IES Abroad Paris - French Studies (Outgoing Program) Print 
  • Locations: Paris, France
  • Program Terms: Fall, Spring with January
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: IES 
  • Restrictions: St. Olaf College applicants only
  • Budget Sheets: Fall, Spring with January
  • This program is currently not accepting applications.
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Field of Study: Ancient Studies, Anthropology, Arabic, Art History, Economics, Education, Film Studies, French, Geography, Greek, History, International Relations, Internship, Latin American Studies, Law, Literature, Music, Philosophy, Political Science, Religion, Russian, Service Learning, Sociology, Women's Studies Language of Instruction: French
Class Eligibility (when program begins): 2) Sophomore, 3) Junior, 4) Senior Minimum GPA: 2.75
Department: OFFC Course Number: 219
Prerequisites: 4 or 5 semesters of French Housing: Host Family
Program Host: IES Program Advisor: Maria Vendetti
Program Type: Provider Click here for a definition of this term Limited Enrollment: No
Language Requirement: YES
Program Description:
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Paris,France

French Studies

Paris Garden

About the Program

This French language immersion program offers a broad range of classes, where Paris will be your classroom. You will experience French society through a varied and dynamic academic program, hospitable homestays, cultural activities, internships, and conversation clubs. In addition, faculty members integrate local, course-related trips into all classes.
 

What’s Included

Personal Advising: Your IES Abroad advisor is here to help you prepare for study abroad.

Health & Safety: Your health and safety abroad is our highest priority.

On-the-Ground Staff: Our on-site staff and faculty are here to support you.

Cultural Activities: Our field trips and cultural events help you discover the culture and traditions of your host country.

At a Glance

Credits: 15 to 19 per Semester

Visa Required: Yes

Housing:  Apartment, Homestay, or Residence Hall

Language of Instruction: French

Language Prerequisites: 4 semesters of college-level French

Part-Time Internship (Optional): Included in program fee

Scholarships & Aid

Our aid application allows you to apply online for nearly all of our scholarship and aid opportunities at once. With our High-Impact Aid Commitment we make sure that the most aid goes to students with the highest need. You can apply at any and we'll let you know your need-based aid status within five business days. Just make sure you meet the scholarship and aid application deadline for your term.

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Why IES Abroad

At IES Abroad, we're proud to be different. We can say that our academic standards are unmatched and our health and safety practices have set the standard for the field of study abroad. And all of that would be true.

But you know what really sets us apart? Our commitment to you.

As a not-for-profit study abroad and internship provider, you are our bottom line. Your success is our success. And in today’s world, that’s a pretty extraordinary thing.

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The IES Abroad Difference

Our mission is simple: to provide you with the best study abroad program possible—which includes the highest quality academic and cultural experiences.

Throughout your journey we're here to support you.

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Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Academic Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Fall 2026-2027 02/10/2026
03/04/2026 08/25/2026 12/17/2026
Spring with January 2026-2027 02/10/2026
03/04/2026 01/11/2027 04/30/2027

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This program is currently not accepting applications.