General Information

Tuition fees are listed with each course and do not include housing, transit, or meals. When you register for your course(s), select the appropriate credit or non-credit (audit) option of your choice. The early bird rate is available until January 31, 2026, at midnight (Paris local time).

Per Course Early Bird Rate
3 Credit: €2,500
Audit: €1,700

Per Course Standard Rate
3 Credit: €2,900
Audit: €1,950

Payment Options

Please consult the PCA Payment Terms and Conditions before submitting payment.

Payment by Credit Card Online: Payment is made when registering for courses online. Only Mastercard and Visa are accepted. If you are facing difficulties paying by credit card, please contact summer@paris.edu Please note that we do not accept payments in installments for summer courses. Regardless of the amount sent, if the amount we receive is less than your total balance due, we will be unable to finalize your registration until we receive the remaining amount.

Cancellation requests must be made in writing to Paris College of Art at businessoffice@paris.edu with summer@paris.edu in copy. A confirmation of your cancellation will be emailed back to you.

Both housing and course tuition fees are fully refundable by April 15th. 

Between April 16th and May 1st, students will receive a 50% refund for any cancellations. 

After May 1st Midnight CET, no refunds will be granted. 

Exceptions for cancellation policy 

Visa Rejection:
Students who are required to obtain a student visa are encouraged to register and submit tuition payment while their visa application is pending. Should the visa be denied prior to the student’s arrival in France, tuition fees will be reimbursed provided that the student submits documentation demonstrating that a complete visa application was filed within a reasonable timeframe.

Please note that you should NOT apply for a student visa but for a short-stay tourist visa. You can check on Visa Assistant the entry requirements or consult your local Consulate.

Course Cancellations (by PCA):
Paris College of Art reserves the right to cancel courses that do not meet sufficient enrollment. In such cases, students will be offered the opportunity to register for an alternative course or receive a full refund of their tuition. Classes will be confirmed or cancelled in mid-April. 

Health Issues:
In cases of health issues, students with sufficient evidence (medical documentation) will be allowed to defer their enrollment to the following summer and apply the full tuition and housing fees for the next year.

Language of Instruction

All courses are taught in English. Some studio courses may be open to French bilingual students with limited English skills; please see course pages for details.

Prerequisites

The program is for students with a strong interest in art and design, art history, and photography. Classes are intensive and rigorous, and require independent student research and work in project teams in a professional setting. Please check the level and prerequisite section of the syllabus of the course you are interested in before registering.

Academic Credit

All 2-week summer courses are worth 3 credits. Participants will receive a grade and an official transcript upon completion of their course(s), which may allow them to apply these college-level credits to current or future studies. Most schools and universities accept these credits; please consult an academic advisor at your home institution for further details regarding its credit transfer and approval policy.

Certificate of Completion

Students also have the option to audit courses (non-credit option), meaning they will have the same classroom experience but will not receive an official transcript or grade for their course(s). In order to maintain the academic excellence of all classes, students who audit their course(s) are required to abide by the same academic policies outlined in the course syllabus and must participate in all class sessions, including the final presentation. Failure to comply with these policies will be grounds for dismissal from the program without reimbursement. Auditors will receive a certificate of completion at the end of their course.

Meals

Meals are not provided. Students receive lists of supermarkets, inexpensive restaurants, and cafés in the neighborhood of the residence and school. Food expenses are estimated to range from €30 to €50 per day.

Supplies

Students provide their own supplies. A list of required materials will be shared on the summer student portal before the start of the program. Expenses for supplies are estimated at between €30 to €150.

Student Budget

While in Paris, budgets vary greatly depending on the person, but below are some sample costs:

• Public Transportation pass (Navigo Découverte): €30 / week
• Food per day: about €50 if eating out
• Lunch in bakery : €7-15
• Lunch in café or restaurant: €12-30
• Museum or cinema entry: €7-25 (often free for EU citizens under 26 and/or international students with student ID cards)
• Course Materials: this depends on the course you are interested in, please check the course syllabi online for a list of materials and supplies required
• Note that all museum visits scheduled by your teacher are included in the price of the course

Visas

Students may need to obtain a visa or travel authorization prior to the start of the program. You can check on Visa Assistant the entry requirements or consult your local French consulate or embassy to verify the specific entry requirements.

This process can take time, so we recommend applying as early as possible.

• Citizens of the European Union do not require a visa to travel to France.
• Nationals of Visa-Exempt Countries/Territories: If you are a national of a visa-exempt country or territory, you will need to apply for an ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorization System) travel authorization for short stays (up to 90 days) in France and other Schengen Area countries. ETIAS is not a visa, but it is a mandatory travel authorization. The application process is quick and easy, and approval is typically granted within a short period. For more details and to apply, visit the official ETIAS Website.
  Please check the list of visa-exempt countries/territories that need to apply for an ETIAS travel authorisation.
• Other Nationalities: If you are not from the EU or a visa-exempt country, you may need to apply for a short-stay tourist visa.
  Please note that you should NOT apply for a student visa.

Travel Arrangements to Paris

Students make their own travel arrangements. To plan your travels please refer to the program calendar. Here are some discount websites: www.expedia.com – www.travelocity.com – www.easyjet.com – www.ryanair.com

Health Insurance

Students are responsible for their own Health Insurance. If you don’t have a Health Insurance plan that will cover you during your stay in France, you can contact the following two companies to get one: LMDE www.lmde.com SEM (SMEREP) www.mutuelle-sem.fr