French - Study Abroad

Immersion Study Abroad Trip to Lille, France at the Université Catholique de Lille

Canisius offers semester-long study and summer-long (about 4-6 weeks) study abroad opportunities in Lille, France. The historically and architecturally rich city is located on France’s Northern border between Belgium and the sea. The Lille Catholic University has more than 26,164 students and 170 distinct degree programs that offer courses in almost every major. Lille is ideal for French majors as many classes are offered in French, including an intensive French course offered at the beginning of the semester.


What are the housing options?
The campus offers a service called AEU to help you find housing in Lille.  Space fills quickly, so it is important to apply once accepted.
Do I need a visa?
Yes. There are a few steps in the visa process for France. There is an online registration portal as well as a physical application that must be organized and brought to the French Consulate in NYC. The international office at Canisius will assist you through every step of this process.
When and how should I apply?
Applications go live for each program at the start of each semester, and students are asked to apply to Canisius one year before you would like to go. Thus, if you plan to go in the fall of your junior year, you would apply fall of your sophomore year. Summer programs are a little different and applications only need to be submitted the semester before. 


Paris, France - IÉSEG School of Management

The small, modern campus of the IÉSEG School of management immerses students in both an urban and professional environment. Located in La Défense, the business district in Paris, the campus is located under La Grande Arche- one of the city’s most popular attractions and tourist sites. The opportunities for business and growth are endless here in one of Europe’s economic capitals. Academically, the IÉSEG program is ideal for students focusing on Accounting, Business, French, Management, Finance, Human Resources, Management, International Business, and International Relations.  Courses are offered in both English and French.


What are the housing options?
The college offers on and off campus housing options. The campus can help you find housing but it’s important to apply once accepted as space does fill up quickly.

Do I need a visa?
Yes. There are a few steps in the visa process for France. There is an online registration portal as well as a physical application that must be organized and brought to the French Consulate in NYC. The international office at Canisius will assist you through every step of this process.

When and how should I apply?
Applications go live for each program at the start of each semester, and students are asked to apply to Canisius one year before you would like to go. Thus, if you plan to go in the fall of your junior year, you would apply fall of your sophomore year. 



Strasbourg, France - EM Strasbourg Business School

For French speaking business majors looking for a unique immersion experience, Strasbourg is the place to go! The city of Strasbourg is located in North East France on the border of Germany and on the Rhine River. As a result, the city’s rich culture is influenced by both French and German traditions, architecture, language, and food. The EM Strasbourg Business School is ideal for Business majors as it is one of the highest ranked business schools in France. A variety of courses are offered at EM Strasbourg and students do have the option of taking course tracks in either English or French. If you choose to do 2 semesters at EM Strasbourg, you will receive a dual degree from both Canisius and EM Strasbourg at the end of your studies. 


What are the housing options?
Normally, students will live on campus in the CROUS student residence. A link will be sent to accepted students and you will have to sign up once they are open– space fills up quickly! Students staying for a second semester will need to reapply. 
Do I need a visa?
Yes. There are a few steps in the visa process for France. There is an online registration portal as well as a physical application that must be organized and brought to the French Consulate in NYC. The international office at Canisius will assist you through every step of this process.
When and how should I apply?
Applications go live for each program at the start of each semester, and students are asked to apply to Canisius one year before you would like to go. Thus, if you plan to go in the fall of your junior year, you would apply fall of your sophomore year. 



Meudon, France - Internship at the École La Source

The internship at Meudon offers students an exciting opportunity to live with a host family in Meudon, a suburb of Paris close to Versailles. Students are paired with a teacher at the host school, École La Source and teach English to middle-school children and on occasion, high-school students. Afternoons are free to explore the surrounding areas, including Paris, is a ten-minute train ride from Meudon. The internship takes place from approximately the third week of May through the last week of June. Students are able to practice their French with their Host Family and teachers at the school. 

Is it a paid internship?
No. However, the student’s host family will provide both housing and food free of charge for the duration of the internship.
Are there any fees for the internship?
Including airfare, a student must pay $250 to Canisius. 
When and how should I apply?
Please provide application info and deadline

"The Meudon internship was a great experience to partake in.  I was able to share my knowledge of English while having the opportunity to use my French outside of the school.  Going to the school and being able to teach lessons such as how to play baseball was truly a unique experience.  The students were equally interested in American culture as I was in French culture.  I was able to explore the city of Paris nearly every day and I learned a lot about French culture during my stay.  I would highly recommend this trip for all those interested in it!"
-Edward Enright