Study Abroad in Paris

Study abroad in Paris is a dream, and it can come true for you this year. There are many programs, from entire semesters of study to just a few focused weeks. Paris is a place of inspiration. There's something magical about living in the shadows of the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, Notre Dame Cathedral, and other famed landmarks, and studying French language, literature, cuisine, fashions, or art. Don't just go overseas; go to Paris.

Study Abroad Paris programs top the list of desired destinations. To get started in choosing a Paris program for you, your school should be able to lead you to descriptions of programs in Paris. Many colleges have links to universities and academies there. The best way to make sure your study abroad gets credit at home is to follow the program offered by your college. Next, run a Web search. Don't be content with the first few links. Go deep. Chances are you'll find the perfect Paris program for your personal interests.

Most of the programs in Paris focus on the French language. Here's a little help with Parisian programs that have other aims:

• Art: For the pinnacle of programs about art, see the Art History website of the American University of Paris (www.aup.fr). If you want to become a better artist, try the ARTIS program at www.artis-tours.org.
• Literature: If you know French and want to refine your skills, look at Hollins University 's offerings and program description at www.hollins.edu.
• Cooking & Cuisine: A good intro and gateway to cooking schools in Paris is this article from "Paris Voice": Parisvoice.com.
• Fashion Design: Syracuse University offers a program (Suabroad.syr.edu) centered in Paris but including short stays in Antwerp and Milan.
• History & Philosophy: I like the mix of courses at www.abroadco.com.
• Unexpected Stuff: "Paris Noir/Black Paris" is a program offered by Syracuse University the "focuses, simultaneously, on the literature, art and contemporary life of African Americans in Paris today, and during the 20th century as well as on the impact of African American cultural presence on the Paris city scene." Also, through the University of Maryland you can study theatre; see www.intprog.umd.edu.

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