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Paris American AcademySetting | Program Options | Courses | Calendar | Language | Examinations| Applications | Accommodations | Costs | Activities & Excursions
Setting (About the School)
The faculty is comprised of academics, professionals active in their field, and invited guest artists who provide students with a solid practical approach to professional requirements. Students work and study in direct contact with these professionals and benefit from a personalized learning environment created by a low student-instructor ratio. Thes apprenticeship style of instruction exposes the student to trend setters of today and encourages the development of individual styles.
Program OptionsSummer
Major areas of study are: Fine Arts, Fashion (stylism), Interior Design. French language is included as part of each program or English for those who are French. Every July, a Writing Workshop is also offered to encourage writers or writers-to-be to develop their potential and range. Semester/Academic Year Major areas of study are: Fine Arts, Fashion (stylism), Interior Design. French language is included as part of each program or English for those who are French. Click to download information about the program:
CoursesSummer: You can click on the major subject area to see the courses offered. Except for the writing workshop, ach program includes two six-credit courses.
Semester/Academic Year: You can click on the major subject area to see the courses offered by year/level. The semester program identifies beginner-level courses, but participants with experience and/or course work may take courses at a higher level.
For a description of all courses, download the course catalogue. (In Development)
CalendarSummer Schedule: Semester Schedule: Academic Year Schedule:
Language of classesThe program is bi-lingual and uses both English and French. It not necessary to speak French, but participants will have the opportunity to use and/or study French. Examinations and CertificatesExaminations take place at the end of the program and include an evaluation of projects. Transcripts are provided for one-month and academic year programs. The multi-year academic programs lead to an Associates Degree or Bachelor of Fine Arts.
Application InformationPersons who wish to apply should complete the application and send by mail or electronically to the European Heritage Institute. See details of the application process.
AccommodationsParis' housing has not kept pace with the population growth. Finding suitable and reasonably-priced accommodations is a challenge anytime. The Academy makes arrangements for participants to stay in an apartment (fully furnished, clean and well maintained) within close proximity of the School. Sizes vary from small one-room efficiency studios (about $900 to $1300 per month) to those with several rooms. Fee depends on size and number of occupants and includes taxes and insurance. Applicants will receive a list of housing options, and EHI will discuss options and help identify the best available at the time of application that meet needs and preferences. Students can also make their own housing arrangements. Costs
Activities & ExcursionsThe Academy organizes extra-curricular activities at student group rates during the Academic Year. These include: tickets to the theater, concerts or opera; a day excursion to Giverny (Monet's home -- open from Easter to the end of October), and two day week end excursions to Châteaux Country of the Loire Valley (optional) or to Mont Saint-Michel and Normandy.
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The
Paris American Academy was founded in 1965 and is registered by the controlling
body of the French University System, Académie Paris, as a private
institution of higher learning under the July 12, 1875 jurisdiction. The
objective of all programs is to provide participants with an opportunity
to study art and design at a French school and have direct contact with
the French culture and Parisian way of life. Its strong vocational approach
prepares students for careers in fashion, fine arts and interior design.
The
Academy's location is in the center of the left bank Latin Quarter, less
than one mile from the Notre-Dame Cathedral. It draws on Paris' cultural
and artistic heritage in making Paris its campus. Most classes take place
in the Pavillon du Val de Grâce, an historic 17th century building
which also serves as the Academy's art gallery. Students and professionals
from over 35 nationalities have participated in its intensive short-term
seminars or academic-year curriculum. 
