For students currently in grades 6–8
Eligible for 8th grade*
*These programs are typically for students in grades 9–12, however motivated rising 9th graders will be considered
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France

From Alpine Peaks to the Riviera

June 27 — July 27
July 3 — August 2
$10,890 + airfare

France

From Alpine Peaks to the Riviera

June 27 — July 27
July 3 — August 2
$10,890 + airfare

Immerse yourself in French language and culture as you explore villages and cities in six regions of France. During your travels, bike to village markets and interview local fishermen, make truffles with an artisan chocolatier, savor the high culture and cuisine of Paris, surf in the Mediterranean, hike to glaciers in the Alps, and spend a week with a French host family.

• Visit Matisse’s studio to discuss modernism in French
• Surf the Atlantic, swim in the Mediterranean, and hike the Alps
• Ride a téléphérique high above Alpine peaks and glaciers
• Interview a farming family about their Breton heritage
“I am so happy and proud of myself that I can now truly speak in French with confidence.”
—Josh H., Walt Whitman High School, Bethesda, MD

Itinerary

This itinerary represents our best projection of the group’s schedule. However, we may implement changes designed to improve the quality of the program.

Itinerary

This itinerary represents our best projection of the group’s schedule. However, we may implement changes designed to improve the quality of the program.

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Leaders

Meet some of our featured leaders. Please note that these may not be your leaders for the program. 

Featured

Leaders

Meet some of our featured leaders. Please note that these may not be your leaders for the program. 

What to Expect

Review specific program expectations here. For more general information:

What to Expect

Review specific program expectations here. For more general information:

A Day in the Life: Saint-Raphaël​

Due to the traveling nature of this summer program abroad, each day is different. Here is a snapshot of a day in Saint-Raphaël on the French Mediterranean Riviera.

A Day in the Life:
Saint-Raphaël​

Due to the traveling nature of this summer program abroad, each day is different. Here is a snapshot of a day in Saint-Raphaël on the French Mediterranean Riviera.
“I really enjoyed living with a French family and getting to experience their daily life.”
—Zara J., Pembroke Hill School, Westwood Hills, KS
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This Program is Directed by

Julian Hartmann-Russell

If you have questions or would like to talk further about this program, please get in touch!

julian-hartmann-russell

This Program is Directed by

Julian Hartmann-Russell

If you have questions or would like to talk further about this program, please get in touch!

Enroll in two programs & save $1,000!

$800 tuition discount + no application fee

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Eligible for 8th grade*​
*These programs are typically for students in grades 9–12, however motivated rising 9th graders will be considered
Grades 7&8​
Grades 7&8​
Grades 6–8
Grades 7&8​
France
From Alpine Peaks to the Riviera

2024 Dates
June 27 — July 27
July 3 — August 2

Duration
31 days

Tuition
$10,890 + airfare

Eligibility
Currently* in grades 9–12
*Your grade as of the day you apply

Typical Group
16–18 students, 2 leaders

Group Flight
Departs from New York


 

Additional Info

Questions? Visit our FAQ or call us at (802) 387-5000

 

2024 Dates
June 27 — July 27
July 3 — August 2

Duration
31 days

Tuition
$10,890 + airfare


 

Eligibility
Currently* in grades 9–12
*Your grade as of the day you apply

Typical Group
16–18 students, 2 leaders

Group Flight
Departs from New York

 

Questions? Visit our FAQ or call us at (802) 387-5000

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