Spend Your Semester in the "City of
Light"
Accepted Students
Imagine yourself studying in Paris, one of the great European
political capitals! Some of the most significant historical events
of the modern era took place in the “City of Lights”. Through this
extraordinary program you can experience firsthand the magical city
that has inspired poets and revolutionaries alike over the
centuries.
Travel back in time to Haussmann’s Paris as you stroll down grand
avenues such as the Champs-Elysees, explore the Place de la
Bastille, or visit the breathtaking Eiffel Tower. Relax at a café
or brasserie, spend an afternoon at one of many local parks, or
enjoy a pastry at one of Paris’s world renowned patisseries. This
program will allow you to taste the unique character that is Paris
- including places like the Sewers, the Louvre, the Musee d’Orsay,
and to the nearby Chateau de Versailles. During the semester, you
will also enjoy several excursions - fully included in your program
fee - targeted at gaining a fuller perspective on the cultural and
geographic diversity of France. Our excursions include a trip to
the historic sites of Normandy and an overnight trip to
Rennes, a rich center of cultural intermingling and the
capital of the region of Brittany.
Co-sponsored by the Department of Languages and Literatures &
the Department of Government and Politics, the France Semester
Program offers a unique combination of courses that is sure to set
you apart in your educational career. All courses are taught in
English (unless otherwise indicated) and are offered in the same
"modular" five-week format as our Discover the World courses. Each
semester includes three modules with a wide selection of
courses.
Internship opportunities are also available for students who have
successfully completed intermediate French or above. An interview
and a special application process is required.
To review the anticipated course offerings, please
visit the
Course Descriptions page.
Program Fee,
Fall 2013: $7,990* (tuition and airfare not
included)
*Many students are eligible for increased aid when they study
abroad, so it may be much more affordable than you think!
Visa and
Immigration Paperwork Fee, Fall
2013: $200
*All non-EU citizens are required to obtain a visa for the
program. The Office of Global Studies can assist in obtaining
your Visa.
Suggested Deadlines (Fall
2013)*:
- Application deadline: April 15th
- Deposit dealine: April 30th
* Please Note: The Office of Global Studies will accept
applications on a rolling basis even after the suggested
deadline.
**Great News! In
an effort to make study abroad accessible to as many students as
possible, St. John’s is now offering additional financial aid
toward semester programs abroad. To find out how much your
personalized Study Abroad Grant would be, and get a better
understanding of the financial comparison between studying abroad
and studying on a New York campus, see the Global Studies Financial
Aid letter that was sent to the homes of all freshmen, sophomores
and juniors.