High School Student Exchange Programs in France

Develop fluency in the French language and culture by living with a host family and studying at a local high school. Paris is magnificent, but France is more than one city. AFS students have lived in communities ranging from the snowcapped Alps to the sparkling Mediterranean. Most host families live in small towns, which will help you become a part of the community. Since France is a historically Catholic country, even the most rural villages have incredible cathedrals rising above quaint cobblestone streets. And, if you long to stroll the Champs-Élysées and snap pics of the Eiffel Tower, you’ll likely have that opportunity. AFS area chapters in France are usually large and active, planning trips to some of the most iconic destinations with other AFS exchange students worldwide. With AFS, you will discover what it means to live in France as a local. With its architecture, painting, cuisine, fashion, philosophy, and much more, it's easy to understand why France attracts so many AFS students.

Spend a semester abroad in Paris, mastering French and diving into art, science, and café culture. Picture yourself in Paris — café tables spilling onto cobblestone streets, the Eiffel Tower glowing against the night sky, and centuries of history layered into every boulevard. Live with a French host family, build friendships in a close-knit cohort, and immerse yourself in Parisian life. You’ll have plenty of time to make Paris your own, from late-afternoon picnics by the Seine to finding “your” café for morning chocolat chaud. Take excursions to history-rich Normandy, the soaring abbey of Mont Saint-Michel, and the walled port town of Saint-Malo. Your semester will leave you speaking French with confidence and ready to take on college with a fresh sense of independence and possibility.

Spend a trimester, semester, or year studying abroad in France as a high school student, and live like a local while perfecting your French language skills. You are matched with a carefully screened host family and attend a local high school for a full immersion experience in this creatively charged country. Now is your chance to explore the history, art, language, and literature of France while boosting your college application and having the high school experience of a lifetime! Program at a glance: -- Host family accommodation provides a full language and cultural immersion experience -- Must have 2 years of French language experience -- You can choose from 1 or 2-month, trimester, semester, or full academic year programs -- Straightforward online application process -- Start dates available in spring and fall

Participants aged 13-17 will host a Spanish, French, Italian, or German student for three weeks, followed by their own three-week stay abroad with the same exchange student’s family. This can take place any time between June and August. The Reciprocal Exchange is a uniquely shared experience. Both participants embark on the same adventure, creating a strong and lasting bond that enhances their language-learning journey. Participants share not just a cultural exchange but a deep friendship. It’s the best of both worlds—combining all the benefits of hosting with the excitement of going abroad. Plus, the financial advantage of this program makes it even more attractive due to its reciprocity. Participants are carefully matched based on age, gender, and shared interests.

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.

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.

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.

Embrace the French lifestyle in this high school exchange program in France! Immerse yourself into a challenging academic and cultural experience with Nacel. Live like a French teen for a few months! What we offer: * To live with a volunteer French host family who will welcome you as a new member of their family * To attend a public or private French high school * To receive personal orientation and ongoing support from your coordinator! Nacel Educational Advisors provide full support and guidance during the application process, the visa procedure, and the grade report transfer at the end of your exchange program. A minimum of two years of French language study (A2 level) is required to attend a High School Exchange program in France. Your motivation and interest in learning about the French language and culture are the most important. Be flexible and open-minded, and enjoy the experience of a lifetime! Come and taste the renowned French art de vivre and make friends with French teens!

BONJOUR France, experience living with an amazing family while attending a local high school and really living the true experience as you have a full immersion and improve your speaking skills. Study Abroad Campus Education works with partner organizations in securing high quality placements for international students in a language school or a local school in France. Program participants are placed with a well-selected local family in the country. The program is open to students within the age range of 14-18 years old. School study group tours are also available for interested language groups or schools. The programs include the following: - 4 - 8 weeks White Christmas in France - 1, 3, 5 month cultural exchanges in France - Accommodation with an amazing quality local host family - Full board and private room - Attendance at a local school - Airport transfers - Health insurance - Local coordinator available 24/7 - Local telephone sim card

Studying abroad through a high school exchange program brings lots of opportunities. It changes you positively by helping you understand a different culture, learn a new language, and know more about the world. You get to experience a different way of life, see education from a new angle, and make friends from other parts of the globe. This helps you grow personally, become more independent, and learn to adjust to different situations, which is always a great skill. You also learn to appreciate differences and discover new things. When you come back home, you won’t just have gained academic knowledge but also perspectives on the world around you. High school is a great time to start an adventure studying in another country because it differs from when you are older. You’re curious and open to new things during this time, making it the perfect time to learn about other cultures. This is when you learn essential skills like flexibility and resilience. Understanding different cultures and diverse environments can significantly help your future higher education and job.

The International School of Béarn (ISB) in France offers a unique secondary school experience. We welcome students from over 30 different nationalities, creating a diverse and supportive community. At ISB, students learn to respect and accept different cultures and make lifelong friends. Our curriculum is designed to help students grow and explore their interests and opinions. As they move from Grade 7 through to Grade 13, students become more confident, creative, and open-minded. Our graduates have attended top universities like Cambridge University and King's College London. Most of our students come from English-speaking families, ensuring a comfortable learning environment for all. Choosing ISB means receiving a high-quality education in an international setting that prepares students for success in a global world.