French language and culture
Inalco organizes a summer school for international students wishing to perfect their French - levels A2, B1 or B2 - while discovering French culture through quality teaching at a public university.
3 weeks in the heart of Paris from July 2 to 24, 2026
5 days a week, Monday to Friday
- General French classes every morning - 48 hours
- French practice workshops & cultural immersion afternoons except Fridays - 24 hours
- Workshops on interculturality and the French language via art, cooking, cinema, theater, music
- Guided tours: Musée d'Orsay, Musée Guimet, Montmartre, Quartier Latin, Opéra Garnier, Cité internationale universitaire de Paris
The little extras
- Welcome breakfast and closing cocktail
- Transport tickets for guided tours included in the program
- Free activities offered: Seine cruise and open-air cinema
- Optional individual studio accommodation
- Small groups (maximum 16 students) for personalized learning
Attention: meals and personal transportation are not included.
Why choose Inalco ?
- Intensive French language courses with teachers qualified in French as a Foreign Language (FLE) pedagogy
- Immersive cultural experience in the heart of Paris
- Teaching approach combining traditionnal courses, cultural
workshops, and tours
Information and Applications
Applications are open from December 18, 2025 until February 5, 2026 via the online form.
To complete their application, applicants must take the Inalco test (more information on the application form). A tutorial is available on this page.
Successful candidates will be notified and invited to complete their registration by paying a deposit, in accordance with the programme’s general terms and conditions.
For any question please contact us at: View e-mail.