Engineering, Technology + Sciences
Unique Experiences
Learn about cheesemaking
and taste a variety of cheese products
See the Mona Lisa
and the other 35,000 works of art at the Louvre Museum
Stroll along the Champs-Élysées
and explore theaters, cafés, and luxury shops
Your Destination
Paris is France's innovative, forward-thinking capital, renowned for its leadership in engineering, technology, and sustainability. The city is a global hub for green energy, smart infrastructure, and cutting-edge research, with pioneering projects like smart city initiatives, technological innovation centers, and sustainable urban planning. With its vibrant cultural scene, scenic Seine riverbanks, charming bistros, and commitment to eco-friendly living, Paris is the perfect place to study engineering, technology, and science abroad.
Program Highlights
- Academic Courses: Choose from CIEE courses, host institution courses, and online courses delivered by CIEE’s global partner, ASU, 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 activities, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture and commitment to engineering, technology, and science.
- Academic Projects: Enroll in an optional for-credit independent research project or service-learning project for increased professional development opportunities.
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:
- Learn about radioactivity and the Curie family (5 Nobel prizes in all) while visiting Marie Curie’s laboratory
- Travel through the sky at the Planetarium thanks to an 8K high-definition laser projection
- Explore the evolution of life at the Gallery of Paleontology and Comparative Anatomy located in the beautiful Jardin des Plantes
Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.
Program Blogs
Food in France
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A Guide to Paris Museums for Art History Lovers
By: Xinpeng Huang Paris is heaven for art history students. It offers unparalleled access to world-renowned collections that span centuries and styles. Museums in Paris are more than repositories of... keep reading
A Weekend in Normandie and Caen with CIEE Paris
By: Noelani Stewart During my time abroad in Paris with CIEE, I had the chance to go on a weekend trip to Normandie and Caen. This experience offered a fascinating... keep reading
Housing & Meals
Housing
CIEE Paris offers diverse housing options including shared apartments, residence halls, and homestays 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 double occupancy room at a shared apartment/residence hall/hotel/aparthotel all located under 50 minutes from CIEE Paris by public transport.
- Homestays: Homestays feature a kitchen, living room, and bathroom shared with a host family.
- Shared Apartments: Shared apartments boast a kitchen, bathroom, and laundry facilities. Shared apartments with twin rooms also boast a living room.
- Residence Halls/Aparthotels: 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 double occupancy room located under 30 minutes from CIEE Paris by public transport or a single room located under 50 minutes from CIEE Paris by public transport, in a shared apartment. 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 room in a shared apartment located under 30 minutes from CIEE 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.
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/Shared Apartments: Meals are not included.
- Homestays: Host families provide breakfast daily, plus five additional meals per week.
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. CIEE Paris features a main classroom, a student lounge, a study space, and an academic advising office.
EDC Paris Business School: Created in 1951, EDC PARIS is one of the oldest business schools in France. Owned by its alumni for more than 20 years, in 2017 it joined the Planeta Group which provides training to more than 100,000 students on three continents.
ISC Paris Business School: Established in 1963, the ISC Paris Group is one of France’s few private, independent higher education groups founded by business and educational visionary Paul Icard. The ISC Paris Group focuses on two educational brands: ISC Paris Grande Ecole and ISC Paris Gobal Programs.
Arizona State University (ASU): Brought to you by CIEE in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the CIEE academic calendar.
Course Information
For students who want to take classes in French: A minimum of four semesters of college-level French (or equivalent) are required. Students will need to complete a language placement test post-acceptance to confirm their level and determine if additional language courses are recommended.
Academic Projects
Engineering and Engineering Technologies
Languages and Cultural Studies
Agriculture
Business, Economics, Management, and Marketing
Communication, Journalism, and Media
Health Professions and Related Programs
Social Sciences
Visual and Performing Arts
Biological and Physical Sciences
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
Psychology
Academic Projects
Engineering and Engineering Technologies
Languages and Cultural Studies
Social Sciences
Agriculture
Business, Economics, Management, and Marketing
Communication, Journalism, and Media
Health Professions and Related Programs
Biological and Physical Sciences
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
Natural Resources, Conservation, and the Environment
EDC Paris Business School
Created in 1951, EDC PARIS is one of the oldest business schools in France. Owned by its alumni for more than 20 years, in 2017 it joined the Planeta Group which provides training to more than 100,000 students on three continents.
For years, EDC PARIS’s field of specialization and expertise has been entrepreneurship but also luxury brand management for which it regularly ranks first in France.
The following list of courses offered through EDC, is subject to change. In some cases, prior background knowledge may be required to enroll in a class. Please note that the offer may vary from one year to the next one.
Fall courses (in English)
- Global contemporary & climate issues
- Introduction to Law
- Business Decision Tools and Methods 1
- Introduction to accounting
- Sales techniques & Innovation Marketing + Business assignment
- Statistics for business
- Initiation to research
- Business plan & business creation
- Sustainability and ecological transition
- Financial Analysis
- Strategic marketing
- Marketing law
- Knowledge & challenges of the luxury industry
- Management of the sales force in luxury
- Digital marketing in luxury
- Luxury retail management
- International development strategy in Luxury
- International business law
- Management of large international accounts
- Sales negotiation & engineering
- New business models
- International business development & Business assignment
- Managing a profit center
Spring courses (in English)
- Managerial accounting
- Business Decision Tools and Methods 2
- Marketing studies and research
- Business Law
- Principles of Economics
ISC Paris Business School
Established in 1963, the ISC Paris Group is one of France’s few private, independent higher education groups–founded by business and educational visionary Paul Icard.
The ISC Paris Group focuses on two “educational brands”:
- ISC Paris Grande École is one of the top 20 French Grandes Écoles that belong to the Conférence des Grandes Ecoles. ISC Paris holds three international accreditations: AACSB, AMBA, and EPAS.
- ISC Paris Global Programs is a leader in developing specialized degree programs that require three to five years of university study after high school (Bac+3 to Bac+5 in the French system), and Executive Education programs.
The following list of courses offered ISC, is subject to change. In some cases, prior background knowledge may be required to enroll in a class. Please note that the offer may vary from one year to the next one.
Fall courses (in English)
- Introduction to Marketing
- Business Economics
- Business Communications
- Accounting Principles 1
- Business Ethics and CSR
- Communication and Self-Awareness Skills
- Introduction to Management
- Marketing Management
- Accounting Principles 2
- Digital Commerce
- Human Ressources Management
- Disruptive Technologies
- Data Analysis
- Budgeting and Controlling
- Entrepreneurship
- Team Management
- Project Management
- Negotiation and Networking
- Web Conceptualization
- Business Models fo Digital Transformation
- The Digital Supply Chain
- Online Consumer BehaviorWork
Spring courses (in English)
- Business Statistics
- Financial Management
- Project Management
- Oral & Visual Communication
- Digital Marketing
- Creativity and Design Thinking
- Quantitative and Qualitative Analysis
- Principles of Business Law
- Geopolitics
- Cross Cultural Communication
- Circular Economy
- International Sustainable Development
- Innovation and Sustainable Markets
- CSR & HRM
- Design, Technology and Planning for Sustainability
Official fall exams at EDC and ISC take place in late December (Fall semester) and late April/early May (spring semester). While the host institutions instruct faculty to allow for early exams with single-semester international students across the board, as a precaution these early exams should be confirmed on an individual basis with the professor at the start of the regular semester session, during the add/drop period. It is up to the discretion of each professor to offer exams before the start of the official examination periods. Professors are not required to offer early exams; therefore, housing will be covered until exams are complete; students must remain on-site until assessment is complete.
CIEE proudly partners with ASU to deliver asynchronous, 100% online coursework that aligns with your degree requirements from anywhere you study abroad.
CIEE and ASU offer courses online per program eligibility, at no additional charge. Be sure to review online courses with your home school advisor.
Check the CIEE Program Dates and ASU start dates below to maximize course options within your program!
Search ASU Online Courses BROWSE FAQs for more INFO
Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE 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 CIEE's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple CIEE sites.
Discover Internship Opportunities
We're excited you're considering this program! Next, explore the types of internships you can choose from for an epic internship abroad with CIEE Study Abroad.
Explore Industry Options
The work scene in Paris is vibrant and diverse, focusing on fashion, marketing, tourism, data analysis, and computer science. The city fosters innovation and creativity, strongly emphasizing collaboration and networking. In Paris, tradition seamlessly blends with modernity, enhancing its dynamic atmosphere.
Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
Gain experience in agricultural markets, agribusiness companies, and NGOs to study food production and global processes.
Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications
Immerse yourself in today's cutting-edge global media by working in film studios, media companies, the theater, and more.
Business Management and Administration
Study international business practices, multicultural leadership, and global market dynamics in Scotland, China, and more.
Education and Training
Experience international teaching methodologies and curriculum development in classrooms around Jordan, Spain, and more.
Information Technology
Explore diverse tech environments, cutting-edge innovation, and emerging technologies in South Korea, Spain, and more.
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Gain hands-on skills in sustainable technologies, research projects, and scientific studies in Costa Rica, Mexico, and more.
Browse Internship Opportunities
Explore internship placements available through this program to find the right fit for your academic and professional goals.
Disclaimer: Internship placements are subject to availability and host employer hiring discretion. Application and payment of CIEE fees does not guarantee specific placement. This internship listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party.
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
- McDermott Health Sciences, Nursing, and Public Health Merit Scholarships
- CIEE Gilman Go Global Grant
- MSI Grant
- Trailblazer Grant
To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application.
Dates & Fees
You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, 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 | End Date | Fees & Housing $20,950 |
| Program Academic year 2025-2026 | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date * | End Date TBD* | Fees & Housing $41,800 |
| Program Spring 2026 18 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * | Fees & Housing $21,950 | |
| Program Fall 2026 18 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * |
*Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.
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 CIEE'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 CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $12,956 ** |
| Housing | $7,500 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Visa Fees | $0 |
| 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 and MSI 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 †† |
| Local Transportation | $440 |
| Books & Supplies | $300 |
| Visa Fees | $420 ††† |
| Potential travel to consulate for visa | $500 †††† |
| Personal expenses | $300 ††††† |
| Total Costs | $4,938 |
*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.
††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†††average cost, including Campus France fees
††††If no consulate in your home area
†††††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
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 CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $26,306 ** |
| Housing | $15,000 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Visa Fees | $0 |
| Total Fees | $41,800 |
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 and MSI 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 †† |
| Local Transportation | $440 |
| Books & Supplies | $300 |
| Visa Fees | $420 ††† |
| Potential travel to consulate for visa | $500 †††† |
| Personal expenses | $300 ††††† |
| Total Costs | $4,938 |
*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.
††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†††average cost, including Campus France fees
††††If no consulate in your home area
†††††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
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 CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $13,956 ** |
| Housing | $7,500 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Visa Fees | $0 |
| 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 and MSI 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 †† |
| Local Transportation | $490 |
| Books & Supplies | $200 |
| Visa Fees | $420 ††† |
| Potential travel to consulate for visa | $500 †††† |
| Personal expenses | $325 ††††† |
| Total Costs | $5,129 |
*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.
††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†††average cost, including Campus France fees
††††If no consulate in your home area
†††††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
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 CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
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 and MSI 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.
What's Included
Tuition
Housing
Pre-departure Advising
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation
Introduction to your program plus practical information about living in your host city
On-site Staff
Full-time program leadership and support in your city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Travel Protection
CIEE iNext travel protection
24/7 emergency on-site support
Our Staff
Delphine Mauny
Center Director
A born-and-bred Parisian, Delphine has extensive experience in international education, having worked with American high school students, college students, and adults traveling to France.
Franck Le Gac
Academic Director
Franck oversees the coordination, quality, and planning of all courses and educational programing in Paris. He is responsible for faculty staffing, finalization of syllabi, the course evaluation process, and program...
Stan Debruyn
Academic Coordinator
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After being accepted to this program and submitting the required internship documents, work with CIEE staff on your internship goals and select which positions to interview for. CIEE will reach out to companies that would be a good fit for you, your interests, and your qualifications. Finalize your internship placement upon arrival!
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