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Use the chart below for a quick comparison of APA programs. Should you have specific questions about an offering, we invite you to send us a message at usa@apaparis.com or schedule a Zoom conversation.

When it comes to eligibility, the length of time spent studying French should be seen as a guideline rather than a requirement – not all students learn language at the same pace! Unless otherwise specified, we have seen students excel on our programs at a B1 starting language level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Use the CEFR self-assessment guide for a breakdown of the levels.

Select up to 3 programs to compare:

Paris
Dakar
Multi-Country:
France, Morocco, Senegal
Dakar Summer
Franco-Arab Summer
Paris: August Short-Term
Paris Summer Internship
Paris: Gap Year
North Africa and France Comparative Studies:
Rabat Summer
Intensive Arabic:
Rabat Summer

Paris

  • APA welcomes a wide range from advanced B2/B2+ -level students ready for direct-enroll immersion and motivated A2+ learners who can progress rapidly through our intensive HIP track and expert language support.
  • Approximately 3-4 or more semesters of college-level French or equivalent (inquire for complimentary language assessment)

Length of Stay

  • Fall Semester: September 2, 2026 – December 20, 2026
  • Spring Semester: January 6 – May 16, 2027 (STEM students to May 30)
  • Academic Year: September 2, 2026 – May 16, 2027

*  Dates for 2026-2027 are tentative and will be confirmed shortly.

Academics

  • Hybrid direct enroll – course offerings at 11 Paris universities and institutions + APA
  • A2+ language level: up to 4 courses taught in French, participation in APA’s signature HIP (High Intermediate Program: includes intensive, individualized language learning course, FLE class at APA partner,  and two other courses in French) In rare exceptions, depending on students major and home institutions approval a class can be taken in English.
  • B2 language level and up: Up to 4 courses, all taught in French
  • Orientation: 1 week in Paris
  • Weekly customized, individual language support

Accommodations

  • Homestay
  • Student residence
  • Independent apartment living (with home institution approval)

Culture

  • 6-7 performing arts shows and cultural events
  • 2 weekend excursions
  • 2 outings
  • Volunteer, extracurricular, and cultural exchange opportunities

Support

  • 24/7 support
    • Pre-departure (Course pre-selection with academic advisor, housing information and selection meeting, student visa application assistance, pre-departure orientation, funding, etc.)
    • On-site (emergency and health matters, housing, and logistical guidance)
    • Academic (course specific tutoring, methodology sessions)
  • Public transportation pass
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Dakar

  • For students with a B1 French language level and up
  • Approximately 3-4 or more semesters of college-level French
  • English language track
  • Total Program costs start at $12,500 making it an attractive and affordable option

Length of Stay

  • Fall Semester: September 2, 2026 – December 20, 2026*
  • Spring Semester: January 6, 2027 – May 23, 2027*
  • Academic Year: September 2, 2026 – May 23, 2027*

*  Dates for 2026-2027 are tentative and will be confirmed shortly.

Academics

  • Direct enroll – course offerings at ISM
  • B1 language level: up to 4 courses taught in French and/or English
  • B2 language level and up: Up to 4 courses, all taught in French
  • English language track
  • Orientation: 3 days
  • Weekly customized, individual language support

Accommodations

  • Homestay
  • Independent Room in a family compound

Culture

  • 4 cultural events throughout the program: concerts, theater, dance
  • Weekend excursion to Sine Saloum Delta (fall semester)
  • Weekend excursion to Saint Louis (spring semester)
  • Day trip to Gorée Island
  • African arts workshops and seminars
  • Weekly conversational Wolof classes
  • Volunteer, extracurricular, and cultural exchange opportunities

Support

  • 24/7 support
    • Pre-departure (student visa application assistance, pre-departure orientation, funding information, etc.)
    • On-site (emergency and health matters, housing, and logistical guidance)
    • Academic (course specific tutoring, personally tailored language support programs, methodology sessions)
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Multi-Country:
France, Morocco, Senegal

  • For students with a B1 French language level and up
  • Approximately 3-4 or more semesters of college-level French
  • NOW 18-weeks long!  6-weeks spent in each country for optimal immersion.
  • Students partaking in August Pre-Program benefit from 9 weeks in Paris.

Length of Stay

  • Fall Semester: September 2 – December 20, 2026*
  • Spring Semester: January 6 – May 12, 2027*

*  Dates for 2026-2027 are tentative and will be confirmed shortly.

Academics

  • Enroll in 4 APA courses: 1 common course + 3 electives from the 7 offered, all taught in French
  • Orientation: 4 days in Paris + mini sessions in Rabat and Dakar
  • Arabic and Wolof initiation classes
  • Extended programing allows more exposure to language classes, support & academic exploration

Accommodations

  • Homestay

Culture

  • 3 cultural events in each host city
  • 1 weekend excursion in each host city
  • 1 day trip in each host city

Support

  • 24/7 support
    • Pre-departure (visa application assistance, if necessary, pre-departure orientation, funding, etc.)
    • On-site (emergency and health matters, housing, and logistical guidance)
    • Academic (course specific tutoring, methodology sessions, language support)
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Dakar Summer

  • For students with a B1 French language level and up
  • Approximately 3-4 or more semesters of college-level French

Length of Stay

  • 6 weeks June 3 – July 20, 2026
  • 2-week extension June 3 – August 2, 2026

Academics

  • Choose 2 APA courses from the 7 offered – courses open to local students, all taught in French
  • With 2-week extension choose a track: volunteer, independent study, intensive Wolof or internship placement
  • Orientation: 3 days
  • Weekly customized, individual language support

Accommodations

  • Homestay

Culture

  • 3 cultural events throughout the program: concerts, theater, dance
  • Weekend excursion to Sine Saloum Delta
  • 2 day trips: Ile Gorée and Lac Rose
  • African arts workshops and seminars
  • Weekly conversational Wolof classes

Support

  • 24/7 support
    • Pre-departure (visa application assistance if necessary, pre-departure orientation, funding, etc.)
    • On-site (emergency and health matters, housing, and logistical guidance)
    • Academic (course specific tutoring, methodology sessions)
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Franco-Arab Summer

  • For students with a A2 French language level and up
  • Beginner French students are welcome with tailored support.

Length of Stay

  • 6 weeks May 29, 2026–July 12, 2026*
  • Optional 2-week academic extension in Paris May 29, 2026–July 26, 2026*

*  Dates for 2026-2027 are tentative and will be confirmed shortly.

Academics

Students complete two required four-credit courses that integrate French language study with Franco-Arab history and contemporary issues.

  • Two Courses:
    • Français dans la ville — Intensive French language (Beginner or Intermediate)
    • Entangled Worlds: Two Centuries of Franco-Arab Encounters (taught in English)
  • Field-based learning with site visits in Paris (mosquée de Paris, Musee de l’immigration etc.)
  • Introductory Darija lessons in Morocco
  • Orientation and ongoing academic support throughout

Accommodations

  • Student residence in Paris with breakfast, dinner and access to kitchen
  • Host family stay in Rabat (medina)
  • Extension (optional): student residence in Paris with meals

Culture

  • Curated cultural events with 2 performances in Paris and 1 in Rabat
  • Guided tours and contextual visits (Marais, Medina)
  • 2-day trips: Versailles in France, Casablanca in Morocco
  • 2 Weekend Excursions: Marseille while in France; Tangier, Tétouan when in Morocco
  • Guest lectures by local scholars and cultural practitioners

Support

  • 24/7 emergency support
  • Pre-departure advising and orientation
  • On-site academic and language support throughout the program
  • Local staff assistance in Paris and Rabat
  • Group flight from Paris to Morocco accompanied by APA staff
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Paris: August Short-Term

  • For students with a B1 French language level and up
  • Approximately 3-4 or more semesters of college-level French

Length of Stay

  • 3 weeks August 5- August 30, 2026*

*  Dates for August 2026 are tentative and will be confirmed shortly.

Academics

  • Choose 1 APA course from the 3 offered – courses taught in French
    • B1 French speakers required to take Intermediate French Language
  • Weekend orientation
  • Weekly customized, individual language support

Accommodations

  • Student Residence

Culture

  • 2 outings
  • 2 performing arts shows
  • Walking tours of Parisian neighborhoods
  • Bateau-mouche: Seine River cruise

Support

  • 24/7 support
    • Pre-departure (pre-departure orientation, funding, etc.)
    • On-site (emergency and health matters, housing, and logistical guidance)
    • Academic (course tutoring)
  • Public transportation pass
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Paris Summer Internship

  • For students with a B2 level of French and up, at the end of the semester in Paris
  • Approximately 4 or more semesters of college-level French

Length of Stay

  • 8 weeks (mid-May – mid-July)
  • Must be preceded by an APA semester in Paris

Academics

  • Internship placement in a preferred industry
  • Full-time working hours each week (35-40) for two months
  • Internship and workplace preparation

Accommodations

  • Homestay
  • Student residence

Culture

Support

  • 24/7 support
    • Pre-departure assistance
    • On-site (emergency and health matters, housing, and logistical guidance)
    • Civil liability insurance
  • Public transportation pass
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Paris: Gap Year

  • For students with a B1 level of French and up
  • Approximately AP-level French

Length of Stay

  • Fall Semester: September 2 – December 20, 2026*
  • Spring Semester: January 3 – May 16, 2027*
  • Summer: TBA

*  Dates for 2026-2027 are tentative and will be confirmed shortly.

Academics

  • Enroll in 4 common APA courses, all taught in French
  • Orientation: 3 days + 3 weeks of Intensive French Language instruction
  • Field trips and site visits organized for each course
  • Weekly customized, individual language support

Accommodations

  • Homestay
  • Student Residence

Culture

  • 4 cultural events
  • Day trip to Versailles
  • Weekend excursion to the Loire Valley

Support

  • 24/7 support
    • Pre-departure (passport application assistance, pre-departure orientation, funding, etc.)
    • On-site (emergency and health matters, housing, and logistical guidance)
    • Academic (course specific tutoring, methodology sessions)
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North Africa and France Comparative Studies:
Rabat Summer

  • For students with a B1 French language level and up
  • Approximately 3-4 or more semesters of college-level French

Length of Stay

  • 6 weeks June 3 – July 20, 2026
  • 2-week extension June 3 – August 2, 2026

Academics

  • Choose 2 APA courses, all taught in French
  • With 2-week extension: volunteer
  • Orientation: 3 days
  • Weekly customized, individual language support

Accommodations

  • Homestay

Culture

  • 2- 3 cultural events throughout the program: concert, theater, dance
  • Weekend excursion to Fez and Volubilis
  • Weekend excursion to Tangier and Chefchaouen
  • Workshops: calligraphy, music, ceramics painting
  • Weekly conversational Darija lessons

Support

  • 24/7 support
    • Pre-departure (visa application assistance if necessary, pre-departure orientation, funding, etc.)
    • On-site (emergency and health matters, housing, and logistical guidance)
    • Academic (course specific tutoring, methodology sessions)
EXPLORE

Intensive Arabic:
Rabat Summer

  • For students with an A2 Arabic language level and up
  • Approximately 2 or more semesters of college-level Arabic

Length of Stay

  • 6 weeks June 3 – July 20, 2026
  • 2-week extension June 3 – August 2, 2026

Academics

  • Follow 2 APA courses from those offered:
    • 1 Arabic language course according to level (Intermediate or Advanced)
    • 1 elective taught in Arabic
  • With 2-week extension: volunteer
  • Orientation: 3 days
  • Weekly customized, individual language support

Accommodations

  • Homestay

Culture

  • 2- 3 cultural events throughout the program: concert, theater, dance
  • Weekend excursion to Fez and Volubilis
  • Weekend excursion to Tangier and Chefchaouen
  • Workshops: calligraphy, music, ceramics painting
  • Weekly conversational Darija lessons

Support

  • 24/7 support
    • Pre-departure (visa application assistance if necessary, pre-departure orientation, funding, etc.)
    • On-site (emergency and health matters, housing, and logistical guidance)
    • Academic (course specific tutoring, methodology sessions)
EXPLORE