Information for term Open Campus Block
Application deadline, and cost information.
Overview
Click to OpenCome to the City of Light for a stroll along the Seine and chances are, you’ll never want to leave. Experience France’s world-famous capital your way by customizing your study abroad term on the Open Campus Block Program. Take one, two, or three six-week blocks, select your courses from a wide range of subject areas. Get ready to make the best of your stay in the city of Lights: from a visit to the Eiffel Tower to a picnic on the bank of the Seine, Paris will offers something to anyone. Stay in Paris the entire time or spend other blocks at our Global Institute locations in Berlin, Buenos Aires, Cape Town, Copenhagen, London, Madrid, Yucatán, Monteverde, Rome, Santiago, Shanghai, and Sydney.
Follow our Travels:
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EXPERIENCE THE TRADITIONS
and daily rituals of French life by spending a weekend with a local Parisian family in a homestay.
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EXPLORE THE CITY OF LIGHTS,
in a magical city that deserves its reputation. Visit and explore the contemporary, diverse, and trendy Paris.
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LET THE SEINE’S WATERWAYS,
quays, and bridges transport you to breathtaking sights including the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, the Arc de Triomphe and the Palace de Versailles.
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WORKS OF ART IN THE LOUVRE
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BOOKSTORES IN 5TH ARRONDISSEMENT
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Location & Culture
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Your Destination
Paris offers some of the greatest sites in the world: Notre Dame, the Arc de Triomphe, the Palace de Versailles, the Louvre, and the Eiffel Tower, to name a few. Paris is also a modern, vibrant and diverse city that is definitely turned towards the 21st century.
The Culture
Study Tour
CIEE Paris will invite you to different day trips in order to have a break from the capital city. This will be a great opportunity for you to discover the charm of the French countryside: from the impressionist gardens of Giverny to the medieval city of Provins, this little escapes are usually centered around food and culture discovery!
EXCURSIONS & ACTIVITIES
- Participate in day trips to another region in France or to a neighboring country.
- Meet young locals through a vibrant language exchange with Parisians; volunteer with one of our community service partners; or discover your own passion with an interest group in music, sports, art, or film! Live just minutes from the breathtaking works of art at the Louvre, Grands Boulevards, and the Palais-Royal.
- Explore the hidden corners of Paris culture, art, and society through two extra-curricular activities a week.
- Treat yourself to fresh baguettes and croissants at every boulangerie and take a stroll in the gorgeous squares and parks that line the city.
PROJECTS
- Volunteering. There are volunteer opportunities at sports clubs, arts organizations, youth centers, churches, schools, and other community organizations.
Students interested in one of the following Academic Projects must submit additional materials as part of their course selection:
- Internships. Build new skills and intercultural competencies through the CIEE Internship and become an active member of the Paris professional environment.
- Research. Pursue a research project of your own design incorporating independent, local field-work.
- Service-learning. Combine course-based learning with practical, relevant project experience to meet a community-defined need.
Program Blogs
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Daily Life
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HOUSING
- Shared Apartments: Most students live in shared apartments in Paris with other CIEE Open Campus students. Student apartments are located throughout the city but will be within a 45-minute commute of the Global Institute.
- Homestay: A limited number of homestays may be available, with preference given to those whose universities require living with a local family.
- Weekend Homestay: Students living in shared apartments with other CIEE Paris students can experience a homestay with a Parisian host. This opportunity allows students to experience the traditions and daily rituals of French life with local Parisians!
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MEALS
- Shared Apartments: Meals are not provided for students staying in apartments. Each apartment has its own kitchen where students may prepare their meals.
- Homestays: Students who live with homestay families receive breakfast daily plus five additional meals per week.
Academics
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Students enroll in one, two, or three six-week blocks, taking two courses during each block. This program gives students the flexibility to stay in Paris the entire time or spend other blocks at our Global Institute locations in Berlin, Buenos Aires, Cape Town, Copenhagen, London, Monteverde, Paris, Rome, Santiago, Shanghai, Sydney, and Yucatán.
Students select one of six academic tracks: Business; Communications, Journalism, and New Media; Global and Community Health; International Relations and Political Science; Language, Literature, and Culture, or STEM and Society.
Most courses are taught in English. Students will be asked to select their track during the application process but will be able to select their courses from all of the course offerings, regardless of selected track (unless the home university has other requirements). All CIEE students, regardless of previous language experience, have the opportunity to learn French. Courses at a variety of proficiency levels are available, and more advanced French speakers can take advantage of French-taught area studies courses.
Faculty from local institutions and CIEE faculty teach CIEE courses. Eligible students studying in Paris for three blocks may be able to enroll in one Universite de Paris course.
GPA
Students need to have a GPA of at least 2.5.
Students planning to take a direct enrollment class at any of the University of Paris institutions must have at least a 3.0 GPA.
Language Prerequisites
There are no specific language requirements for this program.
Program Requirements
Students are required to enroll in two courses each block. Students attending the program for all three blocks in a semester may select one block in which to enroll in only one course.
Program Credit
- One block: 6 U.S semester/9 quarter credits
- Two blocks: 12 U.S. semester/18 quarter credits
- Three blocks: 15-18 U.S. semester/22.5-27 quarter credits
Course Credit
- CIEE courses: typically, 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 45 contact hours
- language courses: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 60 contact hours
- CIEE Internship: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 15 seminar hours, 100-120 internship placement hours
- CIEE Directed Independent Research: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 15 contact hours, 100-120 research hours
- CIEE Service-Learning Project: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 15 seminar hours, 90 service hours
Academic Culture
Each six-week course is a full semester in content, so the pace is accelerated, and the workload is demanding. 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 when classes are in session and plan trips for the long weekends in between blocks. Students who opt to combine CIEE courses with one course at a local French university should expect a greater focus on independent student work outside of the classroom. They will also need to work closely with CIEE staff to prepare for the French university course examination system.
Class Format
Courses taught at the CIEE Global Institute are typically for CIEE students only. Classes are scheduled Monday-Friday and meet either two, three, or four times per week, and 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. Instruction is supported and augmented online by our learning management system, Canvas.
Grading
The U.S. grading scale of A-F is used. Students are graded on the basis of attendance, class participation, homework, project work, presentations, and mid-term and final examinations. Learning outcomes assessment is continuous through personal reflections, evaluation feedback, self-assessment, and requirements as set out in course syllabi.
Language of Instruction
English and/or French
Courses
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Course Notes
- Courses are listed below by block and track; course list subject to change. Courses are in English unless otherwise noted. “GI” denotes courses that are offered at multiple CIEE locations.
- Use the Course Comparison Tools to compare classes offered across all Open Campus Block programs for each block:
- Mobile students studying for three blocks who wish to complete a lab course (offered in London, Monteverde, and Yucatán) will be required to opt out of one course to remain within the program credit range.
Academic Projects
- Each Academic Project (Internship, Service-Learning, Directed Independent Research) placement will be designed based on the student’s project learning goals, qualifications, resume, and availability of placements. The process is highly individualized and goal oriented. Students enrolled in an Academic Project will receive additional academic support that informs and enhances the placement experience.
- Students applying for an Academic Project are required to submit additional materials during the course selection process.
- To qualify for participation, students must be in the location for at least one block in advance of the Academic Project to prepare for and secure placement. As a result, students participate in an Academic Project in either Block II or III.
Language Classes
- During course selection, students interested in a French language course will be instructed to take an online French language assessment to determine their proficiency level. Enrollment will be finalized on site and is based on assessment outcomes.
- Students not enrolled in three-credit language classes may add the non-credit “Survival French” course to their course load during the on-site orientation.
Fall 2019 CIEE Courses
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Communications, Journalism, and New Media Track
International Relations and Political Science Track
Language, Literature, and Culture Track
STEM and Society Track
Business Track
Communications, Journalism, and New Media Track
International Relations and Political Science Track
Language, Literature, and Culture Track
STEM and Society Track
Business Track
Communications, Journalism, and New Media Track
Global and Community Health Track
Language, Literature, and Culture Track
STEM and Society Track
Spring 2021 CIEE Courses
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International Relations and Political Science Track
Language, Literature, and Culture Track
STEM and Society Track
Business Track
Communications, Journalism, and New Media Track
Global and Community Health Track
Language, Literature, and Culture Track
Business Track
Communications, Journalism, and New Media Track
Global and Community Health Track
Language, Literature, and Culture Track
STEM and Society Track
Spring 2020 CIEE Courses
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Communications, Journalism, and New Media Track
Global and Community Health Track
International Relations and Political Science Track
Language, Literature, and Culture Track
STEM and Society Track
Business Track
Communications, Journalism, and New Media Track
Global and Community Health Track
International Relations and Political Science Track
Language, Literature, and Culture Track
STEM and Society Track
Business Track
Communications, Journalism, and New Media Track
Global and Community Health Track
International Relations and Political Science Track
Language, Literature, and Culture Track
STEM and Society Track
Host Institution Courses
Click to OpenStudents studying in Paris for three consecutive blocks in a semester may be eligible to take one course at the University of Paris (UP). Pre-requisites may apply, and UP courses are likely to span multiple blocks and may conflict with selected CIEE classes. Admission is at the discretion of the university and enrollment for eligible students will occur on site.
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.
Scholarships
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CIEE offers more than $8 million in 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
- McDermott Health Sciences, Nursing, and Public Health Merit Scholarships
- Stohl International Undergraduate Research Scholarships
- CIEE Gilman Go Global Grant
- CIEE Flight Voucher
To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application. Learn more at the Scholarships & Grants section of our website.
See more scholarship infoDates & Fees
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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.
In blocks I and II, courses and formal activities end on the last Thursday of the block, and in block III, on the last Friday. Students are free to use the time between blocks as they choose, either remaining in their location or using the time for their own travel pursuits. Students changing locations must check into their new Global Institute by the first Monday of the block for local orientation, with classes starting on the first Wednesday of each block. In all cases, students are provided with continuous accommodation, and should speak with CIEE staff for more details.
Program |
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Start Date |
End Date |
Fees & Housing |
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| Spring Block I 2021 6 weeks | Nov 1, 2020 | Jan 4, 2021 | Feb 13, 2021 |
$5,950
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Program FeesCIEE 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 insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $4,533 ** Housing = $950 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $5,950Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $650 † International Airfare = $1,250 †† Local Transportation = $150 Books & Supplies = $100 Personal expenses = $950 Total Estimated Costs = $3,100Financial AidCIEE 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. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required by their US home institution to study abroad via CIEE's School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students *** Students in the homestay option have two meals per day provided as part of the program fee. No meals are included in the on-campus residence hall option. † for students in apartments; students in homestays should budget $1,500 semester for meals not included in the program fee †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure |
| Spring Blocks I, II 2021 12 weeks | Nov 1, 2020 | Jan 4, 2021 | Mar 27, 2021 |
$11,900
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Program FeesCIEE 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 insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $9,533 ** Housing = $1,900 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $11,900Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $1,300 † International Airfare = $1,250 †† Local Transportation = $300 Books & Supplies = $200 Personal expenses = $1,900 Total Estimated Costs = $4,950Financial AidCIEE 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. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required by their US home institution to study abroad via CIEE's School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students *** Students in the homestay option have two meals per day provided as part of the program fee. No meals are included in the on-campus residence hall option. † for students in apartments; students in homestays should budget $1,500 semester for meals not included in the program fee †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure |
| Spring Blocks I, II, III 2021 18 weeks | Nov 1, 2020 | Jan 4, 2021 | May 8, 2021 |
$17,850
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Program FeesCIEE 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 insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $14,533 ** Housing = $2,850 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $17,850Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $1,950 † International Airfare = $1,250 †† Local Transportation = $450 Books & Supplies = $300 Visa Fees = $165 ††† Personal expenses = $2,850 Total Estimated Costs = $6,965Financial AidCIEE 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. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required by their US home institution to study abroad via CIEE's School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students *** Students in the homestay option have two meals per day provided as part of the program fee. No meals are included in the on-campus residence hall option. † for students in apartments; students in homestays should budget $1,500 semester for meals not included in the program fee †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure ††† Students staying a full semester in Paris need a visa |
| Spring Block II 2021 6 weeks | Nov 1, 2020 | Feb 15, 2021 | Mar 27, 2021 |
$5,950
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Program FeesCIEE 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 insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $4,533 ** Housing = $950 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $5,950Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $650 † International Airfare = $1,250 †† Local Transportation = $150 Books & Supplies = $100 Personal expenses = $950 Total Estimated Costs = $3,100Financial AidCIEE 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. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required by their US home institution to study abroad via CIEE's School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students *** Students in the homestay option have two meals per day provided as part of the program fee. No meals are included in the on-campus residence hall option. † for students in apartments; students in homestays should budget $1,500 semester for meals not included in the program fee †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure |
| Spring Blocks II, III 2021 12 weeks | Nov 1, 2020 | Feb 15, 2021 | May 8, 2021 |
$11,900
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Program FeesCIEE 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 insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $9,533 ** Housing = $1,900 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $11,900Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $1,300 † International Airfare = $1,250 †† Local Transportation = $300 Books & Supplies = $200 Personal expenses = $1,900 Total Estimated Costs = $4,950Financial AidCIEE 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. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required by their US home institution to study abroad via CIEE's School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students *** Students in the homestay option have two meals per day provided as part of the program fee. No meals are included in the on-campus residence hall option. † for students in apartments; students in homestays should budget $1,500 semester for meals not included in the program fee †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure |
| Spring Block III 2021 6 weeks | Nov 1, 2020 | Mar 29, 2021 | May 8, 2021 |
$5,950
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Program FeesCIEE 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 insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $4,533 ** Housing = $950 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $5,950Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $650 † International Airfare = $1,250 †† Local Transportation = $150 Books & Supplies = $100 Personal expenses = $950 Total Estimated Costs = $3,100Financial AidCIEE 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. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required by their US home institution to study abroad via CIEE's School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students *** Students in the homestay option have two meals per day provided as part of the program fee. No meals are included in the on-campus residence hall option. † for students in apartments; students in homestays should budget $1,500 semester for meals not included in the program fee †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure |
| Fall Block I 2021 6 weeks | May 1, 2021 | Aug 16, 2021 | Sep 25, 2021 | |
| Fall Blocks I, II 2021 12 weeks | May 1, 2021 | Aug 16, 2021 | Nov 6, 2021 | |
| Fall Blocks I, II, III 2021 18 weeks | May 1, 2021 | Aug 16, 2021 | Dec 18, 2021 | |
| Fall Block II 2021 6 weeks | May 1, 2021 | Sep 27, 2021 | Nov 6, 2021 | |
| Fall Blocks II, III 2021 12 weeks | May 1, 2021 | Sep 27, 2021 | Dec 18, 2021 | |
| Fall Block III 2021 6 weeks | May 1, 2021 | Nov 8, 2021 | Dec 18, 2021 |
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.
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What's Included
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Our Staff
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Jean-Philippe Primout
Director
Jean-Philippe joined CIEE in 2008 where he has served as operations and student life director.
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Franck Le Gac
Academic Director
Franck oversees the coordination, quality, and planning of all courses and educational programing in Paris.
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