Architecture & Culture
A Summer for Fun, Friends, and Your Future
Explore
Have fun discovering Paris through the eyes of an architect and historian.
Network
Meet new friends and designers. Build your own community.
Get Inspired
Launch your future today! Get inspired by centuries of architecture and design. Train your eye and develop the skills and experience you need to kickstart a career in architecture or design.
The Destination
Welcome to Paris, a city of timeless design and rich cultural heritage that creates a storybook setting for architectural discovery.
Nicknamed the "City of Light," every street in Paris reveals layers of history and design. Towering Gothic cathedrals, winding medieval alleyways and elegant Haussmannian boulevards lead to landmarks like the Arc de Triomphe, an icon of neoclassical architecture. Glass-and-steel marvels like the Louvre Pyramid showcase how tradition and innovation coexist, providing a glimpse of French architectural evolution spanning over 2,000 years.
Beyond its buildings, Paris lives and breathes art, fashion and philosophy. Countless museums and galleries like the Louvre and Musée d'Orsay put on display world-famous works of art by Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Monet and Van Gogh. Local delicacies like buttery croissants and fresh baguettes from a neighborhood boulangerie (bakery) or classic French pastries like macarons from a local patisserie (pastry shop) will tickle your taste buds. Whether admiring centuries-old masterpieces or discovering quiet corners filled with creativity, Paris invites you to slow down, look up and experience beauty in every detail.
Cultural Awareness
CIEE wants all our students to feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to succeed while studying abroad. No matter where you choose to study abroad with CIEE, our staff will be on hand throughout your program to provide advice, resources, and support.
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Sample Itinerary
Sample Activities
- Visit the Eiffel Tower and use observation, sketching and creative thinking to explore the iconic landmark's structure, symmetry and design legacy.
- Stroll through the different neighborhoods of Paris on a guided tour as you learn how to spot different architectural styles that dot the city, including Gothic, Art Deco and Neoclassicism.
- Participate in a hands-on street art workshop at Bercy Skatepark, where you'll learn about graffiti as a form of modern expression while creating your own piece.
- Cruise along the Seine River on a scenic boat tour, drifting past Notre-Dame, the Musée d'Orsay and other landmarks that define the city’s skyline.
- Embark on a scavenger hunt through the Louvre Museum, uncovering masterpieces and mysteries as you navigate one of the world's greatest collections of art.
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Eligibility
Eligibility
- Participants must be 14 years old and above.
- Program open to all current high school students: Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors.
- For scholarship eligibility requirements, please check our scholarship page.
For more information, refer to the detailed Program Essential Eligibility Criteria.
Dates & Fees
Application Fee
$25
Program scholarships and tuition include iNext Travel Insurance, but do not cover the cost of flights. Find additional details about what’s included with your tuition.
More questions? Find answers, get application support, sign up for virtual presentations, or contact us!
Program |
Application Due |
Start Date |
End Date |
Costs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Program Summer Session I 2026 3 weeks | Start Date | End Date | ||
| Program Summer Session II 2026 3 weeks | Start Date | End Date |
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.
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.
Ready to change your life?
What's Included
Interactive Classes
Housing
3 Meals/Day
(Dietary Needs Accommodated)
All Ground Transportation
(Once In-country)
Optional Flight Chaperone
(Flight Cost Not Included)
Pre-departure Advice and Orientation
Access to WIFI
(No international data plan or SIM card included)
All Cultural Activities and Excursions
Comprehensive Medical and 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.
Program Leaders guide and support our High School Summer Abroad participants through every step of their program.
Get Started
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Connect with your Teachers or Parents
Share your plans and confirm you're on track to meet all required steps to go abroad.
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Contact Us
Send us an email if you still have questions or need information about enrolling.
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