Liberal Arts & Social Sciences
Semester
Summer
Year
CEA CAPA Paris Center
Starting at $6,295
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Study or Intern Abroad in
Paris, France
Language: French
Climate: Continental
Currency: Euro
About the City
Make the City of Light your classroom when you study abroad in Paris. From business to cultural studies, finance to fashion, the art scene to the foodie scene, Paris offers limitless opportunities. France’s capital city has long been a center of intellectual thought, politics, art, and social change, where diversity and modernity thrive alongside centuries of rich history. Home to high fashion, world-renowned cuisine, and some of the world’s best museums and galleries, Paris draws thinkers, artists, writers…and thousands of students from around the world. Studying abroad here at the CEA CAPA Paris Center and our Parisian partner universities offers stimulating approaches to learning by combining in-class work with group projects, co-curricular activities, and excursions, all designed to foster a deeper understanding of local language and culture, as well as a broader global perspective.
Student Testimonials
Programs in Paris (12)
Internship
Study + Internship in Paris
Semester
Summer
CEA CAPA Paris Center
Starting at $7,695
Engineering
Semester
Summer
CEA CAPA Paris Center
Starting at $7,495
International Business
Semester
CEA CAPA Paris Center
Starting at $20,295
Liberal Arts & French Studies
Semester
Year
CEA CAPA Paris Center, Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne
Starting at $20,895
CEA CAPA Paris Center
Starting at $20,295
Fashion Studies in Paris
Semester
CEA CAPA Paris Center
Starting at $20,295
Internship
Internship in Paris
Summer
CEA CAPA Paris Center
Starting at $7,395
Global Business Consulting
Semester
CEA CAPA Paris Center
Starting at $20,495
French Language Studies at Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne
Semester
Summer
Year
Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne
Starting at $6,295
French Language Studies at Institut Catholique
Semester
Summer
Year
Institut Catholique de Paris
Starting at $6,295
Study in Paris
Semester
Summer
CEA CAPA Paris Center
Starting at $6,295
What Students are Saying about France
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CEA CAPA alum Matthew describes learning about French culture through its regional and immigrant-inspired dishes while studying abroad in Paris.
Where You'll Study
CEA CAPA Paris Center
Located in the heart of the Marais district, the CEA CAPA Paris Center was founded in 2005 to provide North American students with a curriculum that emphasizes disciplinary study appropriate to Paris: art history, political science, communication study, and international business. Faculty at the CEA CAPA Paris Center utilize Paris as an extended classroom, allowing you to not only acquire discipline-specific knowledge, but also create intellectual links between your courses and the city. You’ll grow familiar with your new surroundings and gain insight into how France fits into a globalized context.
Student Lounge
Study Room
Counseling Services
CEA CAPA Academic Resources
Travel Books & Resources
Digital Resources from UNH Library
Computers
Printing Facilities
Student ID
Internet Access & Wi-Fi
Academic Advising
Dining Facilities
Copy & Mail Center
CEA CAPA Paris Center
Transcript Information
Courses at the CEA CAPA Paris Center are transcripted by the University of New Haven (UNH), CEA CAPA’s School of Record.
Accreditation
Courses taught at the CEA CAPA Paris Center have been designed in conjunction with, and approved by, the University of New Haven (UNH). In addition, faculty appointments have been approved by UNH. After the successful completion of a session at the CEA CAPA Paris Center, you will receive credit for your work from UNH. Located in Connecticut, the University of New Haven is a student-focused, comprehensive university that’s fully accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). The agreement between CEA CAPA and UNH follows the highest standards of good practice in education abroad and satisfies the rigorous requirements of the University's institutional accreditor, making credits earned at the CEA CAPA Paris Center easily transferable to US-accredited institutions. Learn more about UNH's service as the School of Record for CEA CAPA
In addition, the CEA CAPA Paris Center is recognized by the French Ministry of Education as a private establishment of higher education (établissement d’enseignement supérieur privé).
Grading
Professors at the CEA CAPA Paris Center will carefully evaluate your work and progress throughout their academic session. When calculating the final grade, instructors consider written and oral exercises, homework assignments, attendance, classroom participation, and exam performance.
The following grading scale is in use for CEA CAPA center-delivered syllabi:
| DESCRIPTOR | ALPHA | NUMERIC | GPA | REQUIREMENT/EXPECTATION |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outstanding (High Distinction) |
A | 93+ | 4.0 | Maximum grade: In addition to description for grade "A-", the participant shows detailed understanding of materials about which he or she can show independent analytical ability. This means the ability to question an issue from different perspectives and evaluate responses in an objective manner. |
| Excellent (Distinction) |
A- | 90 - 92.99 | 3.7 | Participant shows understanding of literature beyond the textbook/class hand-outs/class notes, and the work shows a high level of independent thought, presents informed and insightful discussion, and demonstrates a well-developed capacity for evaluation. |
| Very good (High Credit) |
B+ | 87 - 89.99 | 3.3 | Shows evidence of a capacity to generalize from the taught content, or the material in literature, or from class lectures in an informed manner. Also, the work demonstrates a capacity to integrate personal reflection into the discussion and an appreciation of a range of different perspectives. |
| Good (Credit) |
B | 83 - 86.99 | 3.0 | The work is well-organized and contains coherent or logical argumentation and presentation. |
| Good (Credit) |
B- | 80 - 82.99 | 2.7 | Participant shows understanding of literature beyond the textbook and/or notes, and there is evidence of additional reading. |
| Average (Good Pass) |
C+ | 77 - 79.99 | 2.3 | The work demonstrates a capacity to integrate research into the discussion and a critical appreciation of a range of theoretical perspectives. Also, the work demonstrates a clear understanding of the question and its theoretical implications and demonstrates evidence of additional reading. |
| Adequate (Pass) |
C | 73 - 76.99 | 2.0 | Shows clear understanding and some insight into the material in the textbook and notes, but not beyond. A deficiency in understanding the material may be compensated by evidence of independent thought and effort related to the subject matter. |
| Below Average (Borderline Pass) |
C- | 70 - 72.99 | 1.7 | Shows some understanding of the material in the textbook and notes. A deficiency in any of the above may be compensated by evidence of independent thought related to the subject matter. |
| Inadequate (Borderline Fail) |
D+ | 67 - 69.99 | 1.3 | Fails to show a clear understanding or much insight into the material in the textbook and notes. |
| Poor (Fail) |
D | 60 - 66.99 | 1.0 | Besides the above for D+, participant has not shown interest or engagement in the class work or study. |
| Poor (Fail) |
F | <60 | 0 | Shows little or no understanding of any of the material. |
Classroom and Information
- Classes are taught by faculty selected by CEA CAPA and approved by UNH.
- Periodic homework assignments and final examinations will be administered.
- Class attendance is mandatory and monitored by each professor. You may access your grades and attendance on their CEA CAPA Student Portal.
- Class size is limited to 30, allowing for personalized attention.
- Language classes are designed to be taken with other CEA CAPA students of equivalent language levels.
- CEA CAPA Paris Center routinely welcomes local French students to enroll in English-language elective courses, thereby adding an international dimension.
Our Partner Institutions
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Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne
French language courses for CEA CAPA students are taught by the Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne (CCFS), a university center dedicated to teaching French language and culture to international students.
The CCFS was founded in 1919 by the Société des Amis de l’Université de Paris and is today an independent institution of higher education that retains institutional ties to Sorbonne University.
CEA CAPA students attend courses at the CCFS’ campus in the 7th arrondissement. This location features classrooms and phonetics laboratories, creating a learning environment within a beautiful Parisian neighborhood.
Credit Transfer Information
Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne utilizes a 60-minute contact hour whereas the United States higher education system utilizes a 50-minute contact hour. Recommended U.S. credits listed on CEA CAPA's website reflect a conversion of these contact hours. Credit transfer is ultimately determined by your home university. Please consult with an academic advisor at your home university on credit pre-approval guidelines.
Transcript Information
Students receive a transcript from Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne upon successful completion of the program. Transcript includes the number of hours per week and the weeks in the semester so US colleges/universities may calculate the appropriate number of US credits they choose to award their students.
Accreditation
In addition to it’s 3-star rating by the Qualité FLE (on a three-star scale), the Cours de Civilisation Française de Sorbonne is monitored by the French Ministry of National Education as an official state institution.
Grading
Grade conversions from CEA CAPA partner institutions abroad to a US grading scale are determined in consultation with our School of Record and benchmarked with other peer institutions in the field.
Please note that CEA CAPA can only recommend grade conversions to students’ home institutions—it is ultimately at the discretion of the home institution to convert grades from abroad to students’ academic records.
For further information or details about grade conversion for a particular host institution, please reach out to our Registrar at registrar@ceacapa.com.
Please note that CEA CAPA can only recommend grade conversions to students’ home institutions—it is ultimately at the discretion of the home institution to convert grades from abroad to students’ academic records.
For further information or details about grade conversion for a particular host institution, please reach out to our Registrar at registrar@ceacapa.com.
Classroom and Information
- Language courses are taught by faculty at the Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne (CCFS).
- Periodic homework assignments and final examinations will be administered.
- Class attendance is mandatory and monitored by each professor. CCFS regularly communicates attendance records to CEA CAPA Paris.
- Course enrollment ranges between 10 and 25 students, allowing for personalized attention.
- Courses are specifically offered to be taken with other international students of equivalent language level and not with native French students.
- The French style of teaching differs from that in the U.S. Be prepared to adapt to different classroom structures and coursework expectations.
Amenities
Student Offices
Student Lounge
Study Room
University Library
Student ID
Internet Access & Wi-Fi
Academic Advising
Language Learning Services
Cultural Engagement
Dining Facilities
Institut Catholique de Paris
Institut Catholique de Paris, founded in 1875, is a private French university that has welcomed international students to its campus since 1948. Courses are held on the Institut Catholique campus in the 6th arrondissement, the heart of historical Paris. You’ll attend class just a stone's throw away from the Latin Quarter, Saint-Germain-des-Prés, and Montparnasse. The school is accredited by the French Ministry of Education, and is a member of the International Federation of Catholic Universities (FIUC). Students who successfully complete their program will be issued an official transcript by the Institut Catholique de Paris.
You’ll enroll in courses with other international students at the Institut de Langue et de Culture Françaises (ILCF), the Institut Catholique’s center for French Language and Culture. The professors at ILCF specialize in teaching French as a foreign language to students of all language levels. Out of a total student population of 30,000, there are approximately 3,500 foreign students, representing 120 countries and providing you the opportunity to meet students from around the world in one of Europe's most diverse and exciting cities.
Credit Transfer Information
The Institut Catholique de Paris utilizes a 60-minute contact hour whereas the United States higher education system utilizes a 50-minute contact hour. Recommended U.S. credits listed on CEA CAPA's website reflect a conversion of these contact hours. Credit transfer is ultimately determined by your home university. Please consult with an academic advisor at your home university on credit pre-approval guidelines.
Transcript Information
Students receive a transcript from Institut Catholique de Paris upon successful completion of the program. Transcript includes the number of hours per week and the weeks in the semester, so US colleges/universities may calculate the appropriate number of US credits they choose to award their students.
Accreditation
Institut Catholique de Paris is monitored by the French Ministry of National Education and a member of the International Federation of Catholic Universities (FIUC).
Grading
Grade conversions from CEA CAPA partner institutions abroad to a US grading scale are determined in consultation with our School of Record and benchmarked with other peer institutions in the field.
Please note that CEA CAPA can only recommend grade conversions to students’ home institutions—it is ultimately at the discretion of the home institution to convert grades from abroad to students’ academic records.
For further information or details about grade conversion for a particular host institution, please reach out to our Registrar at registrar@ceacapa.com.
Please note that CEA CAPA can only recommend grade conversions to students’ home institutions—it is ultimately at the discretion of the home institution to convert grades from abroad to students’ academic records.
For further information or details about grade conversion for a particular host institution, please reach out to our Registrar at registrar@ceacapa.com.
Classroom and Information
- Language and elective courses are taught by faculty at Institut Catholique de Paris through Institut de Langue et de Culture Françaises.
- Periodic homework assignments and examinations will be administered.
- Class attendance is mandatory and monitored by each professor. Institut Catholique regularly reports attendance records to CEA CAPA Paris.
- Course enrollment ranges from 10 to 25 students, allowing for personalized attention.
- Classes are specifically offered to be taken with other international students of equivalent language level and not with native French students.
- The French style of teaching differs from that in the U.S. Be prepared to adapt to different classroom structures and coursework expectations.
Amenities
Student Offices
Clubs & Organizations
Student Lounge
Study Room
University Library
Computer Lab
Student ID
Internet Access & Wi-Fi
Academic Advising
Language Learning Services
Cultural Engagement
Dining Facilities
Excursions
Get out and explore! Excursions are offered for most semester, year, and summer programs. Semester students are typically offered between two to three excursions and summer study students are typically offered between one to two excursions. You'll receive a calendar of excursions during orientation; here are a few day and overnight excursions we've offered in the past.
Where You'll Stay
*Housing options may change and will be confirmed on the housing application form prior to the start of the term. Below are the housing options that have been offered in the past.
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Studio
Available:
Semester
Summer
Summer
Studios are located in student residences that house approximately 200-300 local and international students in single or shared studios. The Studio residences are a typical housing solution for local students, both providing the privacy of an apartment
(with kitchenettes and bathrooms in-suite) and the environment of student living. The Studio residences are located in a several different neighborhoods across the city, including the 20th arrondissement, the 13th, 15th, and 17th, as well as in nearby St Mandé, Montreuil, Levallois, and Ivry. Living in a studio in Paris will provide you with a true sense of French student life, will allow you to cook your own meals at home, and meet up with other residents in your building.
Typical Commute
- CEA CAPA Paris Center: 30-45 minutes by metro
- Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne: 30-45 minutes by metro
- Catholic University of Paris: 30-45 minutes by metro
Meals Included
- Not included
Roommates
- 1-3 students per studio
Unit Amenities
- Kitchenette
- Bathroom
- Full bed linens included
- Towel included
- Internet access
- Pay-per-load washing machines and dryers
- In-room heater or central heating
Additional Fees
This housing option carries a supplemental fee which may vary based on housing inclusions (i.e. meals, amenities, etc.) as well as program length. Exact amount will be confirmed on the housing application form.
- Summer (private room): $500 - $1,700
- Semester (private room): $1,400 - $2,700
- Shared room: No additional fee
Residence Hall - Shared
Available:
Semester - Please note, this housing option is not available in Spring 2025
Summer
Summer
If you crave a taste of university life abroad, live in a Parisian Residence Hall with local, international and North American students. Located in some of the most popular residential neighborhoods in Paris, Residence Halls are lively places that each house 80 to 200 students. If you enjoy living in a student community and seek to make friends from all over the world, this housing option is a great fit for you.
Typical Commute
- CEA CAPA Paris Center: 30-45 minutes by metro
- Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne: 30-45 minutes by metro
- Catholic University of Paris: 30-45 minutes by metro
Meals Included
- Not Available
Roommates
- 2-4 students per room
- 80-200 students per Residence Hall
- *Please note that if you choose a Residence Hall as one of your preferred housing options, there is a possibility of your roommate being an international student or local French student/young professional.
Unit Amenities
- Shared full kitchen
- Shared-co-ed bathroom
- Partial bed linens included
- Internet access
- Telephone access available
- Washer and dryer, pay-per-wash
- In-room heating or central heating
- Fans available
Apartment
Available:
Semester
Summer
Summer
Located within the 20 arrondissements (districts) of Paris, CEA CAPA apartments are a great match for independent, do-it-yourself type students who want to experience Paris just as the Parisians do. In addition to a shared bathroom and kitchenette, apartments also have a common living room. Cook your own French meals with roommates and friends, get to know your local shops and cafés and make your new Parisian apartment a home.
Typical Commute
- CEA CAPA Paris Center: 30-45 minutes by metro
- Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne: 30-45 minutes by metro
- Catholic University of Paris: 30-45 minutes by metro
Meals Included
- Not Available
Roommates
- 1-3 per Room
- 2-8 per Apartment
Unit Amenities
- Shared full kitchen or shared kitchenette
- Shared bathroom
- Full bed linens included
- Towel included
- Internet access
- In-room heater or central heating
- Fans available
Additional Fees
This housing option carries a supplemental fee which may vary based on housing inclusions (i.e. meals, amenities, etc.) as well as program length. Exact amount will be confirmed on the housing application form.
Summer: $400 - $2,200 Semester: $1,000 - $3,600
Frequently Asked Questions
Studying in Paris is a life changing event for many students. When you study abroad in France, you experience learning outside the traditional classroom setting, gain international experience and expand your sense of cultural awareness. You will experience new culture, food, and meet people from all over the world making lifelong friends and expanding your network. Plus you get to travel to places you've only read about.
As a student there are tons of experiences you can have for free or at a discounted cost, particularly at museums! For food, there are plenty of affordable options, especially by CEA CAPA's Paris Center – check out Hure or O'Bao. Planning ahead can help cut costs; for example, buy the month metro (Navigo) pass instead of individual tickets. Having access to the metro can get you anywhere in the city for cheap – you can take a baguette and some cheese for a picnic in a park, explore a farmer's market, and so much more!
Paris is a fantastic choice for a students' who want to participate in study abroad or internship abroad programs. Paris is very safe for such a large city, but like all big cities, it does have its risks. Typically, crimes are those of opportunity, so it is important to take steps to make sure your experience abroad will be positive and you can enjoy all that Paris has to offer while on your program abroad.
CEA CAPA offers many housing options while you're studying abroad in Paris. Standard CEA CAPA housing is included in your program price. In some study locations you may also have the option of arranging your own independent housing.
CEA CAPA Paris offers several housing options for students depending on their preferences and desired location.
Paris Housing options include:
CEA CAPA Paris offers several housing options for students depending on their preferences and desired location.
Paris Housing options include:
- Apartments
- Residence Hall – Shared
- Foyer
- Independent Living
Paris has long been a center of intellectual thought, politics, art, and social change, in the city’s centuries of history. Home to high fashion, world-renowned cuisine, and some of the world’s best museums and galleries, Paris draws thinkers, artists, writers…and thousands of students from around the world to study. Studying abroad in Paris with CEA CAPA offers stimulating approaches to learning by combining in-class work with group projects, co-curricular activities, and excursions, all designed to foster a deeper understanding of local language and culture, and a broader global perspective.
