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Application Deadline

The application deadline has passed.

Dates

Aug 18, 2025 - May 9, 2026

38 weeks

Costs

$41,800 See Full Breakdown

Credit

12 - 18 semester hours

18 - 27 quarter hours

Eligibility

Application Deadline

The application deadline has passed.

Dates

Jan 5 - May 9, 2026

18 weeks

Costs

$21,950 See Full Breakdown

Credit

12 - 18 semester hours

18 - 27 quarter hours

Eligibility

Application Deadline

The application deadline has passed.

Dates

Aug 17 - Dec 19, 2026

18 weeks

Costs

$21,950 See Full Breakdown

Credit

12 - 18 semester hours

18 - 27 quarter hours

Eligibility

Application Deadline

May 1, 2026

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Your Liberal Arts program in Paris lasts a full semester and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds who have French language skills. You will enroll in 91�� courses and host institution courses delivered in French. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in French culture. Live and learn in Paris!

Unique Experiences

Extend your reading of famous French writers

by visiting Victor Hugo’s apartment, Honoré de Balzac’s house, or Alexandre Dumas home

Go on a guided walking tour of Paris

like Montmartre, Le Marais, and Butte-aux-Cailles

Treat yourself to fresh baguettes and croissants

at every boulangerie and take a stroll in the gorgeous squares that line the city

Your Destination

Paris is France's capital city where French culture and language thrive, creating the perfect environment for language immersion and cultural exploration. Whether you're practicing French with locals in bustling markets, engaging in lively discussions at a traditional café, or exploring the historic streets of Le Marais, every experience deepens your connection to the language and culture. With a perfect blend of history, modern energy, and artistic expression, Paris is the perfect place to study abroad.

Program Highlights

Academic Courses: Choose from 91�� courses and host institution courses 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.
Cultural Projects: Volunteer with members of the local community, join student clubs to socialize with your peers, and attend local workshops and events to get to know your host city.

Excursions & 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:

Explore the hidden corners of Parisian culture, art, and society through weekly extracurricular activities
See the Mona Lisa with your own eyes at the Louvre Museum
Test your skills as a nose at the Fragonard Perfume Museum and learn about the history of perfume-making in southern France

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at 91��'s discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.  

Program Blogs

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Housing & Meals

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.

Standard Housing: Includes a single room in a homestay or a twin room at a shared apartment/residence hall/hotel/aparthotel all located under 50 minutes from 91�� Paris by public transport. Homestays feature a kitchen, living room, and bathroom shared with a host family. Shared apartments boast a kitchen, bathroom, and laundry facilities. Shared apartments with twin rooms also boast a living room. If you stay in a residence hall/hotel/studio in an aparthotel, you will be housed in twin rooms, which feature a bathroom, a kitchenette, and weekly cleaning. Laundry facilities are available at cost in the facility.

Homestays: Homestays feature a kitchen, living room, and bathroom shared with a host family. Please note: It is helpful, but not required, to have a basic knowledge of French for living with a homestay. French hosts are not required to be fluent in English.
Shared Apartments: Shared apartments boast a kitchen, bathroom, and laundry facilities. Shared apartments with twin rooms also boast a living room.
Residence Hall/Hotel/Aparthotel: If you stay in a residence hall/hotel/studio in an aparthotel, you will be housed in twin rooms, which feature a bathroom, a kitchenette, and weekly cleaning. Laundry facilities are available at cost in the facility.

Select Housing: Includes a twin room in a shared apartment located under 30 minutes from 91�� Paris by public transport or a single room in a shared apartment located within 50 minutes from 91�� Paris by public transport. All students living in the apartment will share a bathroom and a kitchen. Laundry facilities are available within the apartment. Select housing requires an additional fee. 

Select Plus Housing: Includes a single bedroom in a shared apartment located under 30 minutes from 91�� Paris by public transport. All students living in the apartment share a bathroom and a kitchen. Laundry facilities are available within the apartment. Select Plus housing requires an additional fee. &�Բ��;&�Բ��;

A note: The default criterion to assign housing is first-come, first-served; however, other factors may also be considered. If we cannot accommodate your first housing choice, we'll let you know before you arrive. Non-standard housing options require an additional fee that can be found in the program Dates and Fees.

Meals

Residence hall/hotel/aparthotel and shared apartments: Meals are not included.

Homestays: Host families provide breakfast daily, plus five additional meals per week. 

Shared Apartment

Homestay

Residence Hall

Shared apartment

Double bedroom

Shared apartment

Living room area

Shared apartment

Bathroom

Shared apartment

Kitchen area

Aparthotel

Bedroom

Aparthotel

Kitchenette

Academics

CIEE Paris: Study in Paris' 12th arrondissement at the foot of subway line #1 near grocery stores, organic supermarkets, cafés, bakeries, and famous landmarks. 91�� Paris features a main classroom, a student lounge, a study space, and an academic advising office.

Université Sorbonne Nouvelle (Paris 3) is a branch of the University of Paris (UP), the second oldest university in Europe, the founder of the first doctorate degree, and the alma mater of many historic intellectuals. It hosts nearly 20,000 students.

Eligibility

On-Program Requirements

Academic Culture

CIEE courses are designed to follow U.S. academic culture and standards. The class environment typically features a combination of traditional lecture and discussion with co-curricular excursions and activities. Heavy emphasis is placed on student participation. To avoid falling behind, students should not plan personal travel out of Paris and plan trips for the long weekends when classes are in session.

French university courses are often more formal and consist of lectures with little class participation. They are called "cours magistral" or CM and typically take place in auditoriums. But you may also attend "Travaux dirigés" or TD, discussion or practical sessions in smaller groups that take place in classrooms. Depending on the department and the course, a CM and a TD might be taken together.

Great importance is placed on oral presentations and written essays, so strong French speaking and writing skills are important. Professors also expect students to work independently and determine their own study and reading schedules.

Class Format

Courses taught at the 91�� Center are typically for 91�� students only. Classes are scheduled Monday-Thursday. Attendance is strictly enforced both for classes and required co-curricular excursions. Students should expect an average of two hours of preparation required for each hour in class.

Grading

French university grades are based on a combination of midterm and final examinations, research papers and oral presentations, and are on the French grading scale of 0-20, which 91�� then converts into recommended U.S. letter grade equivalents.

The U.S. grading scale of A-F is used for 91�� classes. Students are graded on the basis of class participation, homework, project work, presentations, and midterm and final examinations. Learning outcomes assessment is continuous through personal reflections, evaluation feedback, self-assessment, and requirements as set out in the course syllabi.

Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for 91�� courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors. Your study abroad advisor and 91�� staff can help you understand your course options if you don't see a recommendation that fits your course needs.

Language of Instruction

Course Information

Fall 2025 91�� Courses

Spring 2026 91�� Courses

Fall 2026 91�� Courses

Host Institution Courses

SORBONNE NOUVELLE &�Բ��;&�Բ��;

Students will enroll in UP courses on site but indicate the department of interest during course selection. For past course offerings, visit the university websites listed below. 91�� cannot guarantee courses offered in the past will be offered again.

Courses at the Sorbonne Nouvelle focus on literature, language, cinema studies, and theater studies. 

Sample Fall Courses (in French) &�Բ��;&�Բ��;

Art History and Theory
Business Communication
Cinema and Audiovisual Theories: Study of Theoretical Texts
Cinema History: The 1960s and 1970s
Communication and Image: Social Psychology
Communication Psychology
Comparative poetics: Feel-Good Literature and Personal Development
Comparative Poetics: Mid-20th Century Mystical Correspondences
Comparative Poetics: Myths and Journeys to the Ends of the World
Comparative poetics: Writing War or How to Restore Meaning to Words
Cultural Construction of National Identities
Economies and Comparative European Economic Policy
General and Comparative Literature: Facing Reality. Literature and/or Journalism
General and Comparative Literature: Imaginary Languages and Fiction
General and Comparative Literature: Saying and Seeing the Offstage
Intellectual History of Modern and Contemporary Worlds
Intercultural Relations: Marginality, Creativity, Criminality
International Politics, 20th-21st Centuries
Introduction to Communication Law and Economics
Introduction to Political Communication
Legal Cultures in Europe and Around the World
Management of Cultural Organizations
Sociology of Culture
The Press and Journalism
Theoretical Approaches to Audiences
Theories and Models of Information and Communication

 Sample Spring courses (in French)

Communication and Image: Semiotics
Comparative History of National Constructions, Europe-Americas
Comparative Poetics: The Frontiers of Dialogue
Cultural Institutions and Policies
Cultural Marketing
Culture, Arts and Societies
Economics of Communication
Economics of Culture
European Social Area
General and Comparative Literature: Comics and Gender
General and Comparative Literature: Europe on the Move
General and Comparative Literature: Narratives of Gender Affirmation in Literature
History of Cinema: From the 1980s to Today
History of Integration in Europe
Image Culture
Intercultural Relations: Modern Saints
Introduction to Political Communication
Issues in Development
Media and Politics
Methods and Analyses in Sociology and Cultural Studies
Research Awareness: Introduction to Postcolonial Theories: Narrative of Exile and Wandering
Research Awareness: Minimalism and Maximalism
Rhetoric/Communication/Speech
Semiology of Communication
Sociology of Communication
Sociology of Mass Media
Television and Society

Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between 91�� and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
"(GI)" denotes courses that originated at 91��'s Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple 91�� sites.

Scholarships & Grants

CIEE offers scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.

Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:

Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
CIEE Gilman Go Global Grant

To be considered, submit the 91�� Scholarships & Grants application within your 91�� program application.

Dates & Fees

You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with 91��, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.

Program	Application Due	Start Date	End Date	Fees & Housing
Program Fall 2025 18 weeks	Application Due Deadline Passed	Start Date August 18, 2025	End Date December 20, 2025	Fees & Housing $20,950
Program Academic year 2025-2026 38 weeks	Application Due Deadline Passed	Start Date August 18, 2025	End Date May 9, 2026	Fees & Housing $41,800
Program Spring 2026 18 weeks	Application Due Deadline Passed	Start Date January 5, 2026	End Date May 9, 2026	Fees & Housing $21,950
Program Fall 2026 18 weeks	May 1, 2026	Start Date August 17, 2026	End Date December 19, 2026	Fees & Housing $21,950

To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via 91��'s School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.

Program Fees

CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 91�� iNext travel protection with benefits.

Participation Confirmation	$300 ^*
Educational Costs	$12,956 ^**
Housing	$7,500 ^***
Insurance	$194
Total Fees	$20,950

Optional Housing

CIEE accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.

Select Housing Fee	$1,800
Select Plus Housing Fee	$2,700

Financial Aid

CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Meals not included in program fee	$1,728 ^†
International Airfare	$1,250 ^†�Ġ
Local Transportation	$440
Books & Supplies	$300
Visa Fees	$645 ^†�Ġ†
Potential travel to consulate for visa	$500 ^{†�Ġ†�Ġ}
Personal expenses	$300 ^{†�Ġ†�Ġ†}
Total Costs	$5,163

^*non-refundable fee

^**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

^***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.

^†For students in homestays, families provide breakfast and 5 meals a week. For students in residence halls/apartments, you should budget approx. $388 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.

^†�Ġround-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

^†�Ġ†The minimum fees total $645, which includes Regular Campus France service, the standard service fee for your visa appointment, a visa processing fee, and a visa validation fee upon arrival in France. The maximum fees total $915, if you elect for expedited Campus France service and a prime time visa appointment. This estimate does not include any personal travel expenses you might incur to reach the consulate.

^{†�Ġ†�Ġ}If no consulate in your home area

^{†�Ġ†�Ġ†}$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries

Program Fees

Participation Confirmation	$300 ^*
Educational Costs	$26,306 ^**
Housing	$15,000 ^***
Insurance	$194
Total Fees	$41,800

Optional Housing

Select Housing Fee	$1,800
Select Plus Housing Fee	$2,700

Financial Aid

CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Meals not included in program fee	$1,728 ^†
International Airfare	$1,250 ^†�Ġ
Local Transportation	$440
Books & Supplies	$300
Visa Fees	$645 ^†�Ġ†
Potential travel to consulate for visa	$500 ^{†�Ġ†�Ġ}
Personal expenses	$300 ^{†�Ġ†�Ġ†}
Total Costs	$5,163

^*non-refundable fee

^**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

^***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.

^†�Ġround-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

^{†�Ġ†�Ġ}If no consulate in your home area

^{†�Ġ†�Ġ†}$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries

Program Fees

Participation Confirmation	$300 ^*
Educational Costs	$13,956 ^**
Housing	$7,500 ^***
Insurance	$194
Total Fees	$21,950

Optional Housing

Select Housing Fee	$1,800
Select Plus Housing Fee	$2,700

Financial Aid

CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Meals not included in program fee	$1,944 ^†
International Airfare	$1,250 ^†�Ġ
Local Transportation	$490
Books & Supplies	$150
Visa Fees	$645 ^†�Ġ†
Potential travel to consulate for visa	$500 ^{†�Ġ†�Ġ}
Personal expenses	$325 ^{†�Ġ†�Ġ†}
Total Costs	$5,304

^*non-refundable fee

^**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

^***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.

^†�Ġround-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

^{†�Ġ†�Ġ}If no consulate in your home area

^{†�Ġ†�Ġ†}$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries

Program Fees

Participation Confirmation	$300 ^*
Educational Costs	$13,956 ^**
Housing	$7,500 ^***
Insurance	$194
Total Fees	$21,950

Financial Aid

CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.