Bienvenue en France!
France has long been considered one of the most elegant countries in Europe for high school summer study abroad programs. From the glitzy lights of Paris to the swanky beaches of Cote D’Azur, France is a jaw dropper when it comes to scenery, culture, and of course food! It is true that the French have a natural je ne sais quoi about them and they are proudly known to enjoy life to its fullest. SPI has selected our program locations as ideal French language immersion destinations in France with safety, authenticity, and livability at the forefront. Discover Biarritz!
SPI French Language Immersion Program in France
The core of each SPI summer program in France is a caring homestay experience, intensive French language courses, first class afternoon elective activities, and meaningful travel excursions guided by our on-site team of directors. The SPI Immersion Method focuses on the practical acquisition of French by putting students in real world settings where they grow linguistically and culturally. Courses are held in the mornings with other participants at an accredited French language institute or university and are taught by teachers who hold advanced degrees. Students may petition for college elective credit at their future university.
SPI Global Leadership Program
In 2013, SPI will launch our global leadership program in Spain, France, and Costa Rica. The program offers the best of SPI language immersion programs with an added emphasis on international business, leadership, and college prep. Students will participate in our standard intensive Spanish or French language immersion in the mornings and then participate in our global leadership program in the afternoon. The program is designed to not only immerse students in the language and culture, but also give them firsthand experience and insight into how foreign governments, businesses, and educational institutions operate through in person visits, meetings, and speakers.