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Summer Programs

Registration for Summer 2024 is now open!

The Paris College of Art Summer Program offers an exciting set of courses with a modern edge in the historically and artistically rich city of Paris. In these two-week-long courses, introductory through advanced level students will explore art, design, culture, and language.

An international faculty comprised of professional artists and designers will guide you through the colorful streets and neighborhoods of Paris. Through field trips to museums, studios, boutiques, and design organizations, you will take advantage of the abundant resources the city has to offer; Paris will serve as both a subject matter and a source of inspiration. Studio work, lectures, and independent research projects will help you to develop new skills, refine your understanding of art and design, and create portfolio pieces for college or graduate school admissions.

Below is detailed information about the Summer 2024 program schedule, courses,  payment, credit options, housing, and more.

Please note, all Summer 2024 classes will take place at PCA, 15 Rue Fénelon, 75010 Paris campus.

Questions? Please see our Summer FAQ page. 

Please note that students must be at least 16 years of age at the start of the program to be eligible to participate.

Explore our Course Offerings by Level

Session Dates, Areas of Study, & Schedule

2024 Session Dates

Session 1: June 17 – June 28, 2024
Session 2: July 1 – July 12, 2024
Session 3: July 15 – July 26, 2024

 

Areas of Study

Liberal Studies, Art History, Fashion, Interior Design, Fine Arts, Photography, Film, Interdisciplinary, and Art Education.

Schedule

All courses are two-weeks long*, are taught intensively (five days a week, from 9am to 5pm), and only one class may be taken at a time. Some undergraduate and adult-level courses will require independent student research and participation in group projects. These challenging assignments will allow students to gain an enhanced personal creative identity.

Courses can be taken independently or consecutively. Register for multiple courses and get a rebate. See the tuition fees section for more information.

Enrolment is subject to availability.

*with the exception of the one-week “Back to Foundation: Professional Development for Art Educators” course

 

Levels, Language, Prerequisites, & Credit Options

Levels

Pre-College: High school students 16+ and students who have not yet completed their first year of university. All students must be at least 16 years old at the start of the program.
College & Continuing Education: Current college and graduate students, working professionals, adults in other professions with an interest in art, etc. Must be at least 19 years old or have completed at least one year of university at the start of the program.
Open to All: Open to all students age 16+

Please note: most courses include a range of age and experience.

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.

Students for in-person classes 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.

Please note: If you do not register for credit at the time of enrollment you will NOT be able to receive credit at a later date.

Tuition Fees, Payment, Cancellations, & Refunds

Tuition and Fees for Summer 2024

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. Early bird rate is available until January 15, 2024, at midnight (Paris local time).

Courses Early Bird Rate
3 Credit: € 2300
Audit: € 1545

Courses Standard Rate
3 Credit: € 2700
Audit: € 1800

1-week Professional Development course for art teachers:
Early Bird Rate: €600
Standard Rate: €700

Register for multiple courses & get a rebate.

2 courses = 5% Rebate off your total course fees
3 courses = 10% Rebate off your total course fees

You can request a rebate for the applicable discounted rate after your final session. Rebate applies only to courses and not to housing. Bundles and rebate does not apply to 1-week Professional Development course for art teachers. If you have any questions, please contact summer@paris.edu.

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.

Cancellations

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.

Tuition Reimbursement Schedule

Up to 30 days before course start*: Full refund of tuition paid including registration fee.
Between 29 and 15 days before course start:
Refund of tuition minus 20% (representing the registration fee), OR apply full tuition to Summer 2025.
14 days and less before course start: No tuition refunds.**

*Tuition refunds will be calculated based on the start date of the student’s first session if the student is registered for multiple courses.
**Please note: As we did last year, we will closely monitor the global health situation and adjust our cancellation policies accordingly. Reimbursement or course deferral without penalty will be granted in the case of covid-related travel restrictions, given that the cancellation request is made in a timely manner following the announcement of such restrictions.

Paris College of Art reserves the right to cancel classes that do not reach sufficient enrollment. In this event, students will be offered the opportunity to register for a different course or receive a full refund for tuition payment. Classes will be confirmed or cancelled in mid-April.

Housing Reimbursement Schedule

Before end of workday (CET), May 5, 2024: 100% of Housing fee
After May 5: 0%

The person who made the initial payment must make the request for reimbursement in writing to the Business Office at businessoffice@paris.edu with summer@paris.edu in copy. Be sure to include to whom the reimbursement should be made, and give all necessary bank details for wire.

The date of your email to the Business Office is the date considered in the calculation of your refund. Refunds will be made within 60 days.

Reimbursement for Visa Refusal or Travel Restrictions

Students who need to obtain a student visa are encouraged to register and submit tuition payment pending visa approval. Should the visa be denied before arrival, all tuition fees will be reimbursed with sufficient documentation demonstrating that all required paperwork was submitted in a reasonable timeframe for processing by the local Consulate.
Please note that you should NOT apply for a student visa but for a short-stay tourist visa. You can check on Visa Wizard the entry requirements or consult your local Consulate.

Housing, Meals & Student Budget

Housing

In order to promote a greater sense of community for students enrolled in our Summer Program, communal student housing is encouraged for all.

Housing is limited and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note: direct housing reservations close by April 1 as availability is not guaranteed any longer after that date. However, you are welcome to enquire about housing availabilities after finalizing your course registration. Please contact  Summer-housing@paris.edu for any housing-related questions or requests.

Find more information about housing options under the Explore our Housing Options tab above.

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 40 Euros per day.

 

Supplies

Students provide their own supplies. A list of required materials will be sent to each student before the start of the program. Expenses for supplies are estimated at between 30 and 150 Euros.

Student Budget

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

  • Public Transportation pass : €22.80 / week
  • Food per day: about €30 if eating out
  • Lunch in bakery : €5-10
  • Lunch in café or restaurant : €11-25
  • Museum or cinema entry : 7-17 € (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

Travel, Visas, & Health Insurance

Visas

In some cases students may need to obtain a visa prior to the start of the program. Obtaining visas takes time. Please make your application early. Citizens of the European Union do not need visas. If you are unsure whether you require a visa please contact your local French consulate.

Please note: while US citizens are normally not required to obtain a visa for short summer study abroad in France there has been some discussion of this regulation changing. Please check with your local French consulate.

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.comwww.travelocity.comwww.easyjet.comwww.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