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Locations: Paris, France
Program Terms: IOP Fall
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: WorldStrides

Dates / Deadlines:

There are currently no active application cycles for this program. If you were expecting to find an available application, there are few possible reasons why:

If it is for a program starting anytime from summer 2025 to spring 2026, applications will not open until later: November 14, 2024 for summer 2025; November 20, 2024 for programs beginning fall 2025; and April 15, 2025 for programs beginning winter or spring 2026. However, deadlines will be available online. Consider signing up for alerts in your inbox with our interest list and on your phone with the UC Merced Connect app.
If it is for an earlier term, the deadline for the program may have passed quite some time ago.
If the program has limited spots, the program may now be full and no longer accepting new applications.

Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Minimum GPA:	2.50	Click here for a definition of this term Class standing:	1-Freshman, 2-Sophomore, 3-Junior, 4-Senior, 5-Graduate student, 6-Other
Language of instruction:	French	Housing options:	Home-stay, Private apartments
Click here for a definition of this term Areas of study:	French

Program Description:

Intensive French Language

Live and learn in Paris this summer while exploring French language and the arts in one of the world’s most culturally rich cities. Study at the Institut Catholique de Paris (ICP) conveniently located in the 6th arrondissement, near the famous Latin Quarter and the Jardin du Luxembourg.

Student snorkeling above great barrier reef

Program highlights

Take two arts courses or combine an arts course with French language to create the right academic experience for you
Arts courses are taught in English, with classes held either in the Paris office or on-site at monuments and museums
French language courses are offered at all levels and taught in French alongside international students from around the world
Connect with a local French student through the university’s Tandem buddy program
Picture yourself visiting the Louvre as part of a class assignment or practicing French with a local student or attending an evening cooking class in the heart of Paris

Discover Paris

Scholarships and financial aid

Each year we award more than $1 million in need- and merit-based scholarships.

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How to get started

Reach out to our team and program alumni to learn more.
Meet with your study abroad office.
Submit your applications through your university and WorldStrides.

Meet Grace C.

"Cultural immersion is an invaluable form of education that can’t quite be replicated in a classroom. I wish I could study abroad over and over again! The staff was so helpful whenever I needed answers to questions or simply just support in stressful times. I miss my program directors already!"

worldstrides.com/study-abroad

WorldStrides has helped students have life-changing experiences abroad for over 40 years. Now it's your turn! Formerly known as International Studies Abroad (ISA) and The Education Abroad Network (TEAN), WorldStrides provides high-quality semester, summer, and year-long study abroad programs, internships, research, and experiential-learning opportunities with full-service support from expert staff located around the world. We even offer scholarships, grants and discounts to make going abroad a reality for all students. Let us help you get started. Our team is ready when you are!