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    CIEE Gap Year in Paris, France: French Language & Culture

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    Details

    • Listing Type: Gap Year Programs
    • Program Delivery: Residential
    • Destinations: France
    • Credit Awarded: College
    • Program Length: Semester, Other
    • Start Month: January, February, September, October
    • Category: Language
    • Selective: No
    • Ages: 17, 18, 19+, 19
    • Housing: Homestay, Hotel, Other
    • Affiliation: Gap Year Association
    • Last Updated:September 2025
    • Meeting: Schedule a Meeting
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    Overview

    In Paris, find the perfect balance of structure and independence, giving you the freedom to explore France and yourself before heading off to college.

    Perfect your French in a city that has inspired countless masterpieces and world-changing ideas. From the soaring spires of Notre Dame to the cozy glow of sidewalk cafés, Paris offers the perfect backdrop for a transformative gap year filled with language, art, and self-discovery.

    During the week, take 15–20 hours of immersive French classes with native instructors and classmates eager to hone their fluency. Afternoons and weekends are for immersing yourself in Paris’s rich culture and village-like neighborhoods. Explore the Louvre and Musée d’Orsay, marveling at masterpieces by Monet and Da Vinci. Stroll through the Latin Quarter, retracing the steps of literary icons like Hemingway and Sartre. Savor buttery pastries, artisanal cheeses, and gourmet French cuisine that transforms every meal into an exquisite experience.  

    Living with a welcoming host family, you’ll practice French, share meals, and embrace the rhythms of daily Parisian life.

    All CIEE Gap Year Abroad programs offer the option to take college-level coursework online through Arizona State University (ASU). You can earn credit at a discounted rate and complete your courses on your own schedule without needing to attend live classes while you're abroad. If you're interested in this option, visit the College Credit page on our website to learn more. 

    Interested in starting college abroad with a CIEE First Year Abroad program instead? Learn more here! Or check out our summer, semester, or academic year programs for high schoolers.