Office of Global Engagement
Brown in Paris
A cultural and linguistic immersion into the many facets of contemporary Paris.
Brown in Paris
A cultural and linguistic immersion into the many facets of contemporary Paris.
Brown in Paris • Info Session for Spring 2026 • Tue Apr 15 at 12 PM
Join us in Page-Robinson Hall, Room 411 on Tuesday, April 15 at 12:00 PM to learn all about the Brown in Paris program. Facilitated in-person by on-site program coordinator, Kelly Bohan -- who will be visiting campus from Paris -- this info session will provide an overview of academics, language immersion, cultural programming, housing, eligibility requirements, and instructions for submitting an application for Spring 2026.
What makes Brown in Paris different?
Brown in Paris is a full immersion program for advanced learners of French. Our holistic approach blends linguistic, cultural and social learning with guided independence as we introduce students to the complex and diverse city that is 21st century Paris.
Key program elements include:
- direct enrollment at one of our local partner institutions
- mandatory pro-seminar “Sociologies de Paris” FREN970B focusing on a variety of Parisian populations and neighborhoods
- experiential learning through community engagement
- housing in a residence hall within a young, diverse, French-speaking community
- wide-ranging selection of cultural activities
Eligibility and Requirements
Application to Brown in Paris is open to motivated Brown and non-Brown/visiting students in good academic standing who have completed sixth-semester college-level French (FREN 0600 at Brown) with a grade of B or higher. Students are required to take at least one course in French the year before departure. However, they are strongly encouraged to take a French course the semester preceding their study abroad experience.
Questions? Email or meet with a program advisor!
If you have any questions about the program or the application process, you can use the links below to email or make an appointment with Brown in Paris program advisor, Chris Van Booven.
Academics
The Brown in Paris academic program blends direct enrollment in the French university system with the pro-seminar, a dynamic in-house course that uses the city of Paris as a classroom.
Community Engagement
As part of the pro-seminar, students participate in a weekly community activity in Paris, such as volunteering, music and dance groups or local and university clubs.
Cultural Programming
Students take part in regularly organized cultural activities alongside unique opportunities for personal exploration and engagement with the Parisian cultural scene.
Housing
Cultural and linguistic immersion through housing in local Parisian residences, where students can practice French, connect with others, and engage in community activities.