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High School Study Abroad in France

A high school program abroad in France can be the transformative experience of your high school career. From the mighty Alps in the east over sprawling vineyards, to the cliffs of Normandy in the west, the French countryside will not cease to inspire you with its magnificence. But what truly makes France a must visit destination is the culture, centrally influential and world renowned for its art, food, literature, and thought. Within this backdrop, a high school program abroad in France will prove to be an enriching growth experience beyond measure.
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73 High School Trips to France

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TFT Older Teens: Florence, Cinque Terre, Switzerland & Paris

Adventure through Europe with us and get a real backpacking exper...

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Abbey Road Programs

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Nice, France: French Immersion Summer Program

In Nice, you will live in a modern student apartment, in the beau...

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CIEE High School Summer Abroad: French Language in Paris

Discover the elegance and charm of Parisian life while immersed i...

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AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in France

Develop fluency in the French language and culture by living with...

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Greenheart Travel

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Teen Summer Language Camp in France with Greenheart Travel

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Arcos Journeys Abroad

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French Language & Culture

Embark on a journey to the South of France for an unforgettable summer of French language and culture! Arrive to Toulouse for a 3 day orientation excursion in the village of Albi. On the drive to Argeles-Sur-Mer, the program base, stop at Carcassonne and explore the village's iconic castle. Upon arrival to Argeles meet your homestay. 2 to 3 students are placed per home. In Argeles you will have French classes in the mornings on a historical garden property. The school is in the property's historic home dating to 1887. Classes offered for all levels! After class, enjoy a picnic lunch and then segway into afternoon cultural activities such as a painting class, a cooking class, and a traditional dance class. And, of course, lots of beach time! Argeles has one of the longest and most beautiful sandy beaches on the entire French Mediterranean. It is only about 15 minutes walking from the school! Local weekend excursions are included! Hike to the beach town of Collioure for swimming and return by boat to Argeles. Visit the mountain village of La Roque for a lunch and hiking. The program ends with an excursion to Toulouse for a day of exploration and saying goodbye to newfound friends.

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GoEco - Top Rated & Award Winning Volunteer Programs Abroad

GoEco is one of the world’s top volunteer organizations, with award-winning and ethical programs selected by sustainable travel experts. Since 2006, tens of thousands of volunteers have taken part in projects and internships worldwide, focusing on wildlife and marine conservation, education, and medical initiatives. GoEco operates in over 50 countries, providing unique cultural immersive experiences that aim to make a positive impact on the environment and society. The organization also offers internships and academic programs for students. GoEco provides safe and meaningful experiences while promoting sustainable travel and reducing carbon emissions.

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International Medical Aid (IMA)

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Physician Assistant/Pre-PA Internships Abroad | IMA

Join the ranks of forward-thinking healthcare professionals through International Medical Aid's (IMA) Physician Assistant and Pre-PA Internships. Our program, rooted in the educational standards of Johns Hopkins University, is designed to propel undergraduate students, PA school attendees, certified PAs, and high school students into the heart of global health care. IMA, a non-profit entity, extends beyond traditional borders to bring essential medical aid and education to underserved regions in East Africa, South America, and the Caribbean. The internship, underscored by an ethics-based approach to care, enhances clinical skills and lets you explore the cultural and societal nuances of healthcare, facilitated by our seasoned mentors. IMA's commitment to improving global health while also enriching the educational journey of each intern is evident in our comprehensive support system. From day one, interns receive personalized guidance, from field-specific orientation to admissions consulting for PA school, ensuring a seamless transition into international medical settings.

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Discover the Heart of Normandy-Rouen, France Summer Program

Join World Class Programs on safe, educational, and worldly experiences in France! Our summer study abroad program is for high school teens from all academic backgrounds who are excited about immersing themselves in French culture and lifestyle. This pre-college program offers diverse course study options, including Art History, Fine Arts, Philosophy, and French language and cuisine. Our unique experiential learning method allows students to explore and engage in French culture safely! We encourage them to immerse themselves in the language no matter their level. Our knowledgeable and passionate staff is always available to help them along the way! Explore France by living in the heart of Paris and taking classes with our World Class Programs instructors. Enjoy day trips to Normandy, Mont Saint-Michel, Lyon, Orleans, Monaco, Tours, Grenoble, and other locations!

Oui-Connect

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Summer Break Abroad with a Host Family

At Oui-Connect, we specialize in short-term homestay immersion programs that offer American teenagers the opportunity to experience life in Spain and France. Designed for participants aged 13 to 17, our programs run from June to August and last between two to four weeks. During this time, students live with volunteer host families, fully immersing themselves in the culture and language for a truly transformative experience. Through 100% immersion, participants not only enhance their language skills but also build meaningful connections and gain a deeper understanding of daily life abroad. From the moment you register to the end of the program, our team is dedicated to providing personalized support and ensuring a seamless, enriching journey for both students and their families.

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Forum-Nexus Study Abroad

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Pre-College Summer Study in Europe: 5 Countries in 1 Month

Jump-start your college experience by studying abroad! Forum-Nexus offers European programs, perfect for traveling and earning credits before university studies. During the program, you will take courses taught by a team of international professors who travel with you to explore top cities and destinations. Together with students worldwide, participate in various courses and earn 3, 6, or 9 credits. Join professional visits to leading companies in the afternoons and spend your evenings and weekends sightseeing. This is Forum-Nexus! Ultimate Summer in Europe: 8 Cities in 1 Month Program itinerary: Barcelona, Rome, Amsterdam, Milan, Lugano, Paris, Verona, Lake Garda Program dates: June 28 - July 25, 2026 Shorter sessions are also available. Visit our website for more details, including how to apply for free.

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Conservation & Culture in France

Answer the Call of the Wild: A French Adventure in Conservation & Culture. Imagine: You, amidst the rolling hills of southern France, working to track and protect endangered species. You, learning the ancient art of wilderness survival from seasoned experts. This isn't a passive holiday—it's an active contribution to our planet's future. Your two-week conservation program will immerse you in real-world challenges, offering hands-on experience in biodiversity surveys and wildlife tracking. Then, step into the heart of French culture. Wander the hallowed halls of the Louvre, stand in awe before the Eiffel Tower, and explore the opulent Palace of Versailles. This is more than a journey—it's an experience. A memory waiting to be made.

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French Language & Culture Immersion in France

Immerse yourself in the French language as you journey through six distinct regions of France—each with its own identity, landscape, and history. Begin in a small Breton fishing village and experience daily life in the countryside, then explore Paris, the cultural capital of the world. Strengthen your language skills through hands-on interactions: shop in open-air markets, interview local artisans, and learn from chefs, historians, and outdoor guides. Live with a host family and gain real insight into everyday customs and conversations. Swim in the Mediterranean, hike in the Alps, and wander medieval streets in Provence. Return home with stronger French, greater confidence, and a deeper connection to France’s rich regional diversity.

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Global Works

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France: French Immersion Teen Travel Programs

Embark on a French adventure that takes you through the Alps, the streets of Paris, and more! Make local friends, experience homestays with French families, and earn community service hours while working with locals and through environmental projects in the Alps! Experience the famous Bastille Day the French way on this unforgettable teen travel program to France! All the activities we do allow you to put your French language skills to use in real-world contexts. This adventure allows you to experience all that France has to offer! Are you ready for the adventure of a lifetime? Join us on this student trip to France!

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Learn French & Stay at Your Teacher’s House (Near Paris)

Escape to the charming countryside of Paris, just 30 km southwest of the City of Light, in the heart of the breathtaking Vallée de Chevreuse. Welcome to Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse, a hidden gem where nature, history, and culture blend harmoniously. Here, I invite you to immerse yourself fully in the French language and lifestyle through my exclusive "All-in-French" immersion program designed for both adults and minors. With a Master’s and Bachelor’s degree from the Sorbonne in Modern Literature and Teaching French as a Foreign Language, combined with 20 years of experience, I offer personalized lessons tailored to your level and goals. You’ll not only improve your French with a dedicated private teacher, but also experience the warmth of real French life—from lively market visits to engaging cultural excursions. Fluent in English and Italian, I ensure smooth communication while guiding you toward French fluency in an enriching and supportive environment. Come live, learn, and speak French with confidence!

ASSE International Student Exchange

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France High School Exchange - Academic Year & Semester

Have you ever wished to explore what is beyond your hometown and country? You know there is plenty to see and do outside your country! Sign up for the ASSE International High School program. Challenge yourself and take the chance for a semester or an entire school year! Experience the charm of France, where lively conversations in cozy cafés are a beloved tradition. Renowned for its culture, language, and timeless elegance, France offers a lifestyle that blends art, fashion, cinema, and world-class cuisine enjoyed at a leisurely pace. Most ASSE host families reside in charming towns or villages, giving you an authentic taste of French life. Ride the cutting-edge TGV train and witness how innovation shapes modern France while embracing its rich heritage. You do not have to be fluent in French to study in France. As you embark on this exciting adventure, you will gradually learn the language while immersing in your host country’s culture. The essential aspects that make you an eligible exchange student are motivation, hard work, flexibility, and open-mindedness. You must have good academic grades and recommendations from teachers and community members.

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French Individual Immersion in Paris

Join this individual French host family immersion program for high school students! Spend 2 to 6 weeks of your summer in stunning and historic Paris, living with a volunteer family. We will choose a family most suited to you and your interests and with a teen of a similar age. You will speak only French from start to finish and will be completely integrated into your host family's life and culture. This is the best way to improve your French! Our families live in and around Paris, giving you a unique and authentic experience living in the capital! Our families are carefully chosen and are all volunteers, eager to host and forge a connection with international students. Enhance your stay with the option to take one-to-one French classes and participate in sports or local activities. This is a highly flexible program—you choose the dates and length of stay. Your host family coordinator is on call 24/7. You will have regular contact with your amazing local host family coordinators during your stay.

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France Travel Programs - Rustic Pathways

‘Oh la la’ all day! Stroll through cobblestone streets with a freshly baked croissant in hand and marvel at France's iconic landmarks, history, and architecture. As enchanting as the famed Eiffel Tower is, the country doesn’t end in Paris! And we’ll show you that! Each region of this beautiful country tells a unique story. From Provence to the Alps to the French Riviera, France offers a rich culture, unforgettable scenery, incredible fashion, and delicious cuisine! City of Light to Coastal Delight (14-18 years old): This unique cultural travel program explores iconic Parisian sites and the serene charm of the French Riviera. Plus, students engage in meaningful service projects in the heart of France!

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European Experience On Tour - 28 Days

Get ready for a summer like you never imagined on this European teen tour! You will visit some of Europe’s greatest cities, with charming little villages in between, in these countries: England, France, Switzerland, and Italy. Enjoy museums, cafés, theater, and dance clubs. Then, work off all those croissants and gelatos by getting active with whitewater rafting, skiing, snowboarding, and more. All departures on this itinerary are On Tour programs. They are specially designed for high schoolers completing 11th or 12th grades. By focusing on the needs of older teenagers, the activities on this trip are chosen with the independent nature and maturity of a young adult in mind. Our fantastic summer program leaders are experts at creating a tight-knit, inclusive family. Participants in this program can join us for 20 or 28 days. For those joining us for 20 days, enjoy a farewell banquet in Rome, cherishing memories that will last beyond the summer's end!

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French Summer Immersion for Teenagers in Paris, France

Learn French this summer in the capital of France and one of the most beautiful cities in the world, Paris! This "city of lights" is filled with so many opportunities to visit famous monuments and landmarks, royal palaces, the lavish parks, endless wide avenues, ancient fortresses, world famous galleries – there is so much to see and do in the French capital. Discover Paris this summer and study with international students from around the world. Located in Issy les Moulineaux (bordering the 15th Arrondissement) in a modern campus close to the Exhibition Park of Porte de Versailles, the school is near the Corentin Celton underground station. This is a highly supervised vacation and teens will not be permitted to roam the city on their own.

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A Guide to High School Programs Abroad in France

Best Cities for Teens

Some high school programs in France will take you throughout various locations across the countryside, so you will not have to settle down in one city. These exploration programs can be a great way to experience many different aspects of the country while learning all about French life and culture from a variety of viewpoints.

Paris is the obvious first choice for many looking for a city-rooted experience. France’s capital is the largest urban area in the European Union, a leading global city with immense influence in culture, economics, and politics, and, most important of all, the home of France’s greatest football club, Paris Saint-Germain.

The opportunities to study in France reach much deeper than Paris though. Cities such as Marseille, Lyon, Toulouse, and Nice are some of the other most popular destinations in the country. It is possible to live in any of these places for an extended period of time through a high school program in France, and each offers a smaller, less globalized feel than Paris. These are only naming a few of the possible locations for high school program in France, but really the whole country is wide open because there are so many high school programs available in France.

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Experience of a Lifetime with AFS

December 10, 2025by: Daniela Sojo - United StatesProgram: AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in France
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Studying Abroad was an absolute dream of mine and choosing AFS to accomplish this was the best choice I made. I always felt safe, seen and heard throughout my whole experience even months before and after finishing my experience. Once I let my Family and friends know I was studying abroad with AFS they all had known someone close or distant that had gone abroad with AFS. Now that my experience is over I see how I made the best choice in organization and would do it all over again with AFS. If you are still deciding what organization to go with, let this be your sign to go abroad with AFS no matter the program or duration it will be a family you will always be able to turn back too.

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