Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury in Paris
- Hosted at: Sorbonne University
- Location(s): Paris, France
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad, Intensive Language
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Designed for students at an advanced level of French, the Middlebury School in France provides opportunities to experience French culture in Paris - the cosmopolitan capital at the heart of France. La "Ville Lumière", Paris is home to countless mu... read more
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I became fluent in my target language and learned a lot about living in a foreign culture. A student - Connecticut College View Entire Review
Though I struggled to adjust to the academic pace of the Sorbonne, I feel that by having this experience I was able to show myself I can adjust to new and unfamiliar environments and find ways to really enjoy them. I definitely would say that my time in Paris was worthwhile and I can't wait to go back. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I improved my French, learned about French education and Paris geography A student - Amherst College View Entire Review
I think my French skills did improve significantly- specifically my comprehension! I also felt very immersed and learned a lot about the culture and history. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I learned how to be responsible for myself and manage my finances. I also learned how to make friends in a foreign country. It was worthwhile. Charlie D - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I learned how to speak French at a near fluent level. I would say it was worthwhile, but I would much rather have studied with a less intensive program that allowed me to speak English a bit more often. I was incredibly stressed and confused during my time in the city and Middlebury did very little to remedy this. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
Language, independence, knowledge of another culture/city, food recipes, travel memories, learning new things about myself and what I can do and cope with, and new friends. It was absolutely worth it A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I gained a lot of independence and cultural experiences (museums, theater, etc). I think it was worthwhile for that. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I gained independence skills, surviving on my own in a dorm and getting food for myself, etc. I also learned what it means to immerse myself in a culture, to put myself out there A student - Pomona College View Entire Review
Greatly improved my French abilities, familiarized myself with Paris. Yes, it was worthwhile. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
Great leaps in my language ability and confidence. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
Independence, self advocacy, absolutely worth it A student - Williams College View Entire Review
My French developed far beyond what I imagined it could. I made life long relationships with my host family and with other students. It was 100% worthwhile. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
After spending a lot of time in France throughout my childhood, it was important to me to gain insight into what *living* life in Paris would entail (if it was more than a fantasy), and if I could successfully/realistically create my own life there. I definitely feel like I made it a second home -- it was very worthwhile. A student - Washington University in St. Louis View Entire Review
It was certainly worthwhile. Experience in Europe, exposure to new political ideas, language practice, cultural experience (seeing the sights!) A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
My French language skills improved a lot and I think my worldview/cultural exposure developed significantly as well. It was certainly worthwhile. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
The language, the culture, many good friends. Worthwhile. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I learned a lot about French culture that outsiders don't realize. They're actually very friendly and loving if you show them respect and care. It was certainly worthwhile. Dilara S - Tufts University View Entire Review
I gained a lot of resilience and adaptability because of several though situations which I found myself in. I gained greater proficiency in French and formed valuable contacts and gained life and professional skills from my academic internship. It was also cool to study in such an important place culturally A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I gained a personal perspective on a country that I had always studied. I was able to immerse myself into the culture and gain considerable independence and confidence navigating a place that I knew little about when I arrived. This experience pushed me to step outside of my comfort zone and test my ability to navigate a busy ci... A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I learned about new cultures, language, European life, etc Grace G - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I am glad I went abraod because it challenged me in many ways and I learned a lot, bu it was not the easiest experience. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
My French drastically improved. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
France is a misogynistic country. French people are rude and arrogant. Their education is something I don't wish upon my worst enemy. Food is pretty good A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
Sooo worthwhile I learned a lot about myself A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
About
Designed for students at an advanced level of French, the Middlebury School in France provides opportunities to experience French culture in Paris - the cosmopolitan capital at the heart of France. La "Ville Lumière", Paris is home to countless museums, cafés, and medieval streets that wind around contemporary architecture. A city à decouvrir, Paris is an invitation to experience all the world's cultures while maintaining a proud and distinctly French feeling.
Students enroll in up to two Middlebury courses at the School in France headquarters, the Centre Madeleine, and take the rest of their courses at one of the many host universities in the city. At all sites, whether in a university course alongside local students, or at the Centre Madeleine, courses are conducted solely in French. Housing - with local families or in residences - is geared to provide students with an immersion in the language and culture outside of the classroom.
Le Centre Madeleine, the headquarters of the Middlebury School in France, is located in the 8th arrondissement, close to the Place de la Concorde and the Champs-Elysées. Students enroll in courses across several disciplines at both the Centre Madeleine and in one of several partner institutions: the Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne, the Université Sorbonne Nouvelle Paris 3, Sorbonne Université, Université Paris Cité, Institut d'Etudes Politiques de Paris (Sciences Po), the Ecole Spéciale d'Architecture (ESA) (for Architecture majors only), the Schola Cantorum, or the Institut Catholique de Paris (for Religion majors only).
Students enroll in up to two Middlebury courses at the School in France headquarters, the Centre Madeleine, and take the rest of their courses at one of the many host universities in the city. At all sites, whether in a university course alongside local students, or at the Centre Madeleine, courses are conducted solely in French. Housing - with local families or in residences - is geared to provide students with an immersion in the language and culture outside of the classroom.
Le Centre Madeleine, the headquarters of the Middlebury School in France, is located in the 8th arrondissement, close to the Place de la Concorde and the Champs-Elysées. Students enroll in courses across several disciplines at both the Centre Madeleine and in one of several partner institutions: the Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne, the Université Sorbonne Nouvelle Paris 3, Sorbonne Université, Université Paris Cité, Institut d'Etudes Politiques de Paris (Sciences Po), the Ecole Spéciale d'Architecture (ESA) (for Architecture majors only), the Schola Cantorum, or the Institut Catholique de Paris (for Religion majors only).
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadIntensive Language
Program Length(s):
- Fall
- Spring
- Academic Year
Instruction Language(s):
- French
Language Requirement(s):
- French
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Architecture
- European Studies
- Linguistics
- French Language, Literature
- Philosophy and Religious Studies
- International Relations
- Music
- History
Minimum GPA:
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