Paris II
Dates
June 26 – July 27, 2026
Subjects
French Language & Culture (Lower & Higher Intermediate)
Deadlines
Dec. 1: Apply Early & Save $100
Feb. 5: Regular Deadline
Program Overview
Designed to take full advantage of the city’s abundant cultural resources, the KIIS Paris II program offers students a selection of intermediate to advanced French-language courses. With five weeks in Paris, students become intimately familiar with this modern, cosmopolitan city, celebrated for its savoir-faire and joie de vivre. Students are encouraged to use their language skills both in class and while exploring the many sides of this marvelous city. In short, the language experience does not end after exiting the classroom— it only begins as you set out to explore Paris’s venerable architecture, parks, neighborhoods, restaurants, and cafés.
Note: Studying abroad likely is more physically strenuous than you are used to at home. KIIS study abroad programs typically involve approx. 5-10 miles of walking (approx. 10,000-20,000 steps) or the like in a day, including the possibility of walking, hiking, and climbing stairs in heat and humidity, over elevations at higher altitudes, and over rocky terrain. See Health & Wellness for more information.
All KIIS course credit is awarded by Western Kentucky University. Prior to your KIIS program, please speak with your home campus academic advisor and/or study abroad office to determine course equivalencies. Grades will be transferred to your home institution in mid-August after the completion of the program. Course offerings are subject to change according to enrollment. For more information, visit Transcripts & Grades.
Program Excursions
A day trip outside of Paris is always planned for each group. We have gone on so many adventures with our students. We have spent the night at Mont St. Michel and watched the tide come in. We climbed the towers of Notre Dame de Reims where kings were coronated. Biking through fields and picnicking on the Seine lead us to Giverny where Monet painted exquisite works. We have toured D-Day beaches. Each summer is a new adventure.
The stage thrives in Paris. Take in a concert under the stained glass windows of La Sainte Chapelle. Or possibly enjoy a ballet staged in the famous Palais Garnier where the Phantom of the Opera lives. Or see a theatrical performance of a French play at the National Theater. The arts come alive in the city and we take full advantage of enjoying a good performance.
See the paintings that made Monet famous, or Delacroix’s masterpieces, or some zany surrealist art at one of the National Museums in Paris. Every summer, we take a tour with a docent who shows us exquisite art and then teaches us about all the scandals or stories told by these works.
A quick French lesson to learn how to interact with merchants, then off to an open air market where we buy supplies for a picnic. Enjoy French cheeses, fresh bread, fruits, salads, and pastries.
What's Included
Program Cost: $5,575 + airfare
To help you budget, keep in mind that you are responsible for the cost of obtaining a passport ($165), one meal per day + personal expenses (approx. $500-$1000 depending on your food tastes/spending habits/optional independent travel preferences), any class readings/materials, any fees from your college/university, and the cost of your airfare.
Although KIIS tries to foresee all possible expenses in formulating program fees, please note that dramatic fluctuations in foreign currency valuations and/or airline surcharges may affect the total cost of the program.
Student Voices
“An abbreviated list of things KIIS Paris II gave me: friendship, language practice, incredible museum visits, true ‘joie de vivre’, and an absolutely unforgettable five weeks. Paris, je t’aime.”
– Jenna, Paris II
“The Paris II program has given me one of the best experiences of my life. The 5 weeks I spent there opened my eyes to the culture, city, and country in ways that I never could have imagined.”
– Julia, Paris II
“The greatest gift that this experience gave me was being able to truly connect with another person in his or her own language.”
– Sharzaud, Paris II
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Description
Dates
June 26 – July 27, 2026
Subjects
French Language & Culture (Lower & Higher Intermediate)
Deadlines
Dec. 1: Apply Early & Save $100
Feb. 5: Regular Deadline
Program Overview
Designed to take full advantage of the city’s abundant cultural resources, the KIIS Paris II program offers students a selection of intermediate to advanced French-language courses. With five weeks in Paris, students become intimately familiar with this modern, cosmopolitan city, celebrated for its savoir-faire and joie de vivre. Students are encouraged to use their language skills both in class and while exploring the many sides of this marvelous city. In short, the language experience does not end after exiting the classroom— it only begins as you set out to explore Paris’s venerable architecture, parks, neighborhoods, restaurants, and cafés.
Note: Studying abroad likely is more physically strenuous than you are used to at home. KIIS study abroad programs typically involve approx. 5-10 miles of walking (approx. 10,000-20,000 steps) or the like in a day, including the possibility of walking, hiking, and climbing stairs in heat and humidity, over elevations at higher altitudes, and over rocky terrain. See Health & Wellness for more information.
All KIIS course credit is awarded by Western Kentucky University. Prior to your KIIS program, please speak with your home campus academic advisor and/or study abroad office to determine course equivalencies. Grades will be transferred to your home institution in mid-August after the completion of the program. Course offerings are subject to change according to enrollment. For more information, visit Transcripts & Grades.
Program Excursions
A day trip outside of Paris is always planned for each group. We have gone on so many adventures with our students. We have spent the night at Mont St. Michel and watched the tide come in. We climbed the towers of Notre Dame de Reims where kings were coronated. Biking through fields and picnicking on the Seine lead us to Giverny where Monet painted exquisite works. We have toured D-Day beaches. Each summer is a new adventure.
The stage thrives in Paris. Take in a concert under the stained glass windows of La Sainte Chapelle. Or possibly enjoy a ballet staged in the famous Palais Garnier where the Phantom of the Opera lives. Or see a theatrical performance of a French play at the National Theater. The arts come alive in the city and we take full advantage of enjoying a good performance.
See the paintings that made Monet famous, or Delacroix’s masterpieces, or some zany surrealist art at one of the National Museums in Paris. Every summer, we take a tour with a docent who shows us exquisite art and then teaches us about all the scandals or stories told by these works.
A quick French lesson to learn how to interact with merchants, then off to an open air market where we buy supplies for a picnic. Enjoy French cheeses, fresh bread, fruits, salads, and pastries.
What's Included
Program Cost: $5,575 + airfare
To help you budget, keep in mind that you are responsible for the cost of obtaining a passport ($165), one meal per day + personal expenses (approx. $500-$1000 depending on your food tastes/spending habits/optional independent travel preferences), any class readings/materials, any fees from your college/university, and the cost of your airfare.
Although KIIS tries to foresee all possible expenses in formulating program fees, please note that dramatic fluctuations in foreign currency valuations and/or airline surcharges may affect the total cost of the program.
Student Voices
“An abbreviated list of things KIIS Paris II gave me: friendship, language practice, incredible museum visits, true ‘joie de vivre’, and an absolutely unforgettable five weeks. Paris, je t’aime.”
– Jenna, Paris II
“The Paris II program has given me one of the best experiences of my life. The 5 weeks I spent there opened my eyes to the culture, city, and country in ways that I never could have imagined.”
– Julia, Paris II
“The greatest gift that this experience gave me was being able to truly connect with another person in his or her own language.”
– Sharzaud, Paris II
