Honors French Language & Culture
A Summer for Fun, Friends, and Your Future
Live the Language
Have fun experiencing authentic immersion in the French language and culture.
Network
Meet new friends with advanced French skills like yours and gain a new family. Make lasting memories and connections.
Get Inspired
Launch your future today! Challenge yourself to make greater gains in your French. Shine on college applications.
The Destination
Welcome to Rennes, a charming French city rich in regional identity and off the beaten tourist path.
Fifteenth-century half-timbered houses with colorful facades, Renaissance buildings, cobbled streets, and cozy courtyards all make Rennes a feast for the eyes. Situated at the鈥痗onfluence鈥痮f the Ille and Vilaine rivers, Rennes is a gem in France鈥檚 northwestern Brittany鈥攁 scenic region of medieval villages, rugged beaches, and dramatic landscapes, which you鈥檒l explore.
Rennes鈥攖he capital of Brittany鈥攊s a blend of the quaint and cutting edge, ranked as one of France's 鈥渕ost livable cities鈥濃痑nd a center for digital innovation. Centuries-old traditions鈥攊ncluding its own language, Breton鈥攊ntermingle with a vibrant cultural scene driven by the city鈥檚 young and student-friendly population. Rennes has a long roster of festivals鈥攎usic, cinema, and now gaming鈥攚ith no shortage of things to do!
The city holds France鈥檚 second largest outdoor farmer鈥檚 market, known as the March茅 des Lices, featuring local Breton specialties such as cr锚pes, galettes, and kouign-amann. Bring your appetite, be bold, and explore the city with an open heart and mind!
Cultural Awareness
黑料网911wants all our students to feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to succeed while studying abroad. No matter where you choose to study abroad with CIEE, our staff will be on hand throughout your program to provide advice, resources, and support.
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Sample Itinerary
Sample Activities
Just imagine all the fun you鈥檒l have!
- Dabble in the art of pastry-making with a local chef. Make (and taste!) traditional specialties, such as sabl茅 breton or tarte Tatin. Bon app茅tit!
- Travel to Mont Saint-Michel, a tidal island and UNESCO World Heritage Site with breathtaking views. Hike barefoot through the wet sands, explore the medieval town, and climb to the awe-inspiring abbey at the top.
- Discover Rennes from a new perspective while canoeing or kayaking the canal Saint Martin.
- In Rennes, art is everywhere鈥攊n museums, galleries, and streets! Tour its vibrant graffiti scene and design your own tags and murals with local street artists.
- Deepen your exploration of Breton identity admiring a stunning coastline in the southern or northern coast of Brittany, visiting quaint towns and enjoying the sunset by the sea!
Please note activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.
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Eligibility
- Participants must be 14 years old and above.
- Program open to all current鈥痟igh school students鈥擣reshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors鈥攚ho have:
- Completed high school French Level 2 or higher by the start of the program
- Attained a minimum ACTFL proficiency level of鈥疘ntermediate-Low on the pre-program STAMP test that determines language proficiency.
For more information, refer to the detailed Program Essential Eligibility Criteria.
Dates & Fees
Application fee
$25
Optional college credit fee
$250
Learn more about how to get college credit for your future college degree
Program scholarships and tuition include iNext Travel Insurance, but do not cover the cost of flights. Find additional details about what鈥檚 included with your tuition.
More questions? Find answers, get application support, sign up for virtual presentations, or contact us!
Program Fees
黑料网911offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 黑料网911iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Program Balance | $7,350 |
| Total Fees | $7,350 |
Financial Aid
黑料网911offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Program Fees
黑料网911offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 黑料网911iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Program Balance | $7,350 |
| Total Fees | $7,350 |
Financial Aid
黑料网911offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Ready to change your life?
What's Included
Interactive Classes
Housing
3 Meals/Day
(Dietary Needs Accommodated)
All Ground Transportation
(Once In-country)
Optional Flight Chaperone
(Flight Cost Not Included)
Pre-departure Advice and Orientation
Access to WIFI
(No international data plan or SIM card included)
All Cultural Activities and Excursions
Comprehensive Medical and Travel Protection
24/7 Emergency On-site Support
Our Staff
Daniel Audaz
Director
Daniel Audaz has been the Director of the 黑料网911program in Rennes since 2008. He is originally from Marseille and studied at the University of Aix-en-Provence (France) where he obtained his M.A. in Geography and then specialized in FLE/S (Fran莽ais Langue Etrang猫re et Seconde).
Program Leaders guide and support our High School Summer Abroad participants through every step of their program.
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