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The 2027 Paris program will take place from May 17 - May 21, 2027 in Lafayette and from May 24 - June 7, 2027 in Paris. 
 

About the Program

The University of Louisiana at Lafayette Study Abroad in Paris is a three-week program consisting of one week in Lafayette and two weeks in Paris that offers you a chance to study and earn six credit hours while immersing yourself in the art, history, and culture of this iconic city.

Wander the halls of world-class museums. Explore centuries of history, culture, and creativity in the very streets where it unfolded. Learn from local experts, engage with primary sources and real-world sites, and connect your coursework to a city that has shaped art, ideas, and history for generations.

This isn't a lecture about a place — it's living inside it. You'll leave with hands-on experience, a deeper understanding of your field, and a broader sense of the world and your place in it.

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About France

Paris is a city where history, creativity, and culture come alive at every corner. From iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and the historic neighborhoods of Montmartre, to hidden gems such as charming gardens, centuries-old carousels, and vibrant markets, Paris offers endless opportunities for exploration and discovery.

Students will experience the city’s rich artistic and cultural heritage, including world-class museums, historic performance spaces, and immersive exhibitions. Paris is also a hub for innovation and creative expression, providing inspiration for both personal growth and academic exploration.

Whether strolling along the Seine, sampling local cuisine, or visiting unique museums and cultural sites, students will gain a deeper appreciation for the art, history, and traditions that make Paris one of the world’s most captivating cities.

Program Requirements

The program cost is $TBD. A late fee of $100 will be added to your program cost after December 15. Program cost includes tuition for 6 credit hours, lodging in two-person rooms, metro passes, museum entrance fees, and transportation for program-sponsored field trips. View Payment Policies & Instructions.

 

Visual Arts Courses with Jeffrey Lush

What happens when art becomes a voice for social change? Explore the connection between art, politics, advertising, and popular culture while studying Paris as your classroom.

Visit some of Paris's most important museums and cultural institutions, including the Louvre, Musée d'Art Moderne de Paris, Musée des Arts Décoratifs, and Bibliothèque Nationale de France, and discover how artists have used posters, prints, typography, and street art to influence society.

From 19th-century lithographs and Art Nouveau posters to the student protests of 1968 and today's street artists, you'll see how art can shape—and respond to—the world around us.

You will explore:

  • Famous museums and collections throughout Paris 
  • The evolution of printmaking and graphic design 
  • Art, protest, and social movements 
  • Contemporary street art and artists 
  • Typography, posters, advertising, and visual culture 

Paris isn't just the destination—it's your classroom.

See Paris through an artist's eyes—and turn your experience into art.

This hands-on studio course combines printmaking, graphic design, sketching, and exploration. You'll visit museums, gardens, neighborhoods, and cultural landmarks throughout Paris while documenting your experiences through sketches, photographs, and digital research.

Then, you'll take those experiences back to the studio and create your own work using letterpress and screen-printing techniques. Your final project could become an artist book or a series of posters inspired by your time in Paris.

You will get to:

  • Keep an artist sketchbook throughout the trip 
  • Learn hands-on letterpress and screen-printing techniques 
  • Explore Parisian art, design, and typography 
  • Document and research the places you visit 
  • Create your own artist book or poster series 
  • Turn your Paris experience into original artwork 

Explore Paris. Get inspired. Make something of your own.

France Program Contacts

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