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France

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Interested in going on an exchange abroad? Pre-apply to our program and you and your parents will be invited to an interview where we will tell you more about the program and how to get accepted. Our places fill up quickly so get started today.

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Choose where to spend your student exchange

France offers mountains, coastlines, castles, vineyards and cities with a rich cultural heritage. Our Regional Choice option allows you to request in which region of France you would like to spend your high school exchange.

While the French countryside is rich and diverse, each region offers a unique lifestyle and a warm welcome. There are numerous reasons to stay in France whether it’s a city, a region, a river, a mountain range or gastronomy. There’s endless scope for outdoor activities from walking, canoeing and cycling to skiing and sailing. The nation’s rich and vast cultural heritage ensures that there is something new to discover in every French village or city.

South West France

This region will appeal to all the sports enthusiasts. The Pyreneans Range constitutes a natural border between France and Spain. It also benefits from a pleasant climate all year-long. On the Atlantic coast a wide range of water sports and activities are available. Whether you enjoy sailing, surfing, snowboarding, skiing or just going for a swim, you will love this part of France. The region includes the following cities: Limoges in Limousin, Bordeaux in Aquitaine, Toulouse in Midi Pyrenees’

South East France

The south east features a variety of captivating scenery. The Alps are famous for their renowned ski resorts where Courchevel, Les 2 Alpes or La Plagne are among the favorites. The Mediterranean coast has always been popular. The picturesque Provence villages, the beautiful scenery and the friendly inhabitants are the main reasons. Also the “Côte d’Azur”, known in English as “the French Riviera”, is the Mediterranean coastline of the south eastern corner of France. The main cities are Nice, Antibes and Cannes. This region is famous for its sunny climate and relaxed lifestyle. The region includes the following cities: Clermont-Ferrand in Auvergne, Lyon in Rhône Alpes, Montpellier in Languedoc Roussillon, Marseille in Provence Alpes Côte d’Azur

North West France

The “Bretagne” peninsula is the lengthiest coastline in France. It shows diversity in terms of natural and historical settings. From Normandy to the magical Brocéliande Forest, beauty is everywhere. Hiking trails are plentiful and they take advantage of the captivating scenery. This region distinguishes itself by its numerous tourist attractions such as “Chateaux de la Loire” and the famous Mont Saint Michel, listed as world heritage by the Unesco in 1979. The region includes the following cities: Caen in Basse Normandie, Rennes in Bretagne, Nantes in Pays de la Loire, La Rochelle in Poitou Charentes, Orléans in Centre

North East France

This part of France harbors a dense cultural and historical heritage. Paris, described as “the city of lights” is the main city and France’s capital. There are also exquisite vineyards in the Bourgogne region which produces some of the world’s finest wines. You will also have the opportunity to experience the bustling city of Lille, known for its student scene, family ski resorts in the Vosges ranges and Strasbourg which hosts the European parliament. The region includes the following cities: Paris, Dijon in Bourgogne, Nancy in Lorraine, Strasbourg in Alsace