Paris: French Language & Global Communication
Program Dates
June 29 through August 1, 2025*
*Students should arrange to arrive in Paris on the morning of the program start date.
Program Overview
Set in the exciting, cosmopolitan and historic city of Paris in the early summer, this 4-week program is designed to immerse students in French language and culture. Through classwork, walking tours, guest lectures and hands-on experiences, students will explore how France connects its past to present. In addition, they will practice intercultural communication skills and work to deepen their own cultural understanding.
Program Eligibility & Admission
- Open to rising sophomores, juniors and seniors.
- Open to all majors and minors.
- CC 290 fulfills the Global Diversity requirement and LF101, LF102, LF 201, and LF 202 count toward the World Language requirement.
Course Information
Total of 8 credits. Students will be required to be enrolled by Emerson College in the following two courses:
- CC 290 - Communication and Cultural Immersion: Paris, France (4 credits)
- IN 212
- LF XXX - French Language (4 credits) Students will be enrolled in their appropriate level of French at the Sorbonne
Academic Highlights
- On weekday mornings, attend conversational French language courses (offered at beginner, intermediate and advanced levels) at the famous University of Sorbonne (no prior study of French language is required).
- Students will partake in weekly service-learning activities to engage with local Parisians.
- Two afternoons per week will be served for Global Communication and Cultural Immersion lectures and activities.
Cultural Highlights
- Visit the Eiffel Tower, Musée de Louvre, stroll along the Champs-Élysées and explore the beautiful side streets of Paris.
- Enjoy a guided multi-cultural walking tour through the diverse districts of east Paris.
- Take a Paris tasting tour, sampling chocolate, cheese and baked goods along the way.
- Visit a Paris Mosque and meet with local practitioners.
Cost & Inclusions
Program Fee: $TBD
Included in Program Fee
- Tuition (8 credits @ $850/credit)
- Registration Fee
- International health insurance
- Housing in shared apartment-style accommodations
- Walking and guided tours and excursions
- Local transportation pass
- Welcome and farewell meals
Not Included in Program Fee
- Round-trip airfare to/from Paris (Est. $1,500)
- Airport arrival and departure transfers
- International mobile phone service
- Most meals and incidental or personal expenses
- Passports (or visas, if required)
For information on Supplemental Health Plans, please visit our Health Insurance Requirements page.