gap year abroad in france for U.S high school graduates

Paris, the capital and cultural and business hub of France, is known as the “city of light” and remains one of the most popular destinations in the world. The Seine River traverses the city. Its waterways, quays, and bridges are major thoroughfares, from which to see the city’s most famous monuments, gardens, and universities.

The landmarks and culture of Paris will be at your fingertips on your Gap Year Abroad program! Spend your free time exploring the gothic Notre Dame cathedral and historic Arc de Triomphe. Climb to the top of the iconic Eiffel Tower and take in the city that will be your home. Spend afternoons visiting the masterpieces of the Louvre. Picnic and people watch in the Luxembourg Gardens, or buy a crêpe from a vender as you meander through your favorite shops on the Châtelet-les Halles.

Students will take French language classes at the Sorbonne, in the Latin Quarter. The Latin Quarter is the traditional center of great thinking in Paris. Some of the world’s most important artists, philosophers, and writers have passed through the area throughout history., frequenting the centuries-old Sorbonne University or the many now-legendary cafes around the area. The Latin Quarter retains the nostalgic charm of past ages, while still being an important hub of education and ideas to this day. It’s also a lush, picturesque area of Paris, with lots of quiet squares and gardens, winding backstreets, and vibrant open-air markets.

Further immersion will take place by living with a French host family and participating in an English teaching internship with French students—allowing you to accelerate your French speaking ability while acting as an ambassador of American culture.

what will your story be in france?

Explore Paris for a semester or an academic year while you broaden your French language skills and immerse yourself directly in the heart of the French community!

 

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