ABC Paris was established in 1985 and is a part of IGS Group University (Institut de Gestion Sociale), a not-for-profit higher education institution. It is the top university in Paris for American students and is considered the best university to study in Paris for study abroad students. Students can expect interactive teaching methods, diverse student population, cultural and historic visits, trips and excursions, and support throughout the program.
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Program Dates and Deadlines: |
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| Term | Nomination Deadline | Application Deadline |
| Spring/Academic Year | October 1 | October 15 |
| Fall/Academic Year | February 15 | March 15 |
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Information Sheet |
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| Open to | Students in the College of Business |
| Language of Instruction | English |
| Level of Study | Undergraduate |
| Credit Offered | Transfer credits |
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Education Abroad Advisor: |
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Alejandra Parada, Coordinator Schedule an appointment: Navigate |
Travel Documentation
Important notice! Passport processing times have changed. Review up-to-date details
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Routine processing times can take 10-13 weeks, and expedited applications in 7-9 weeks. Processing times begin when your application is received by a passport agency or center, and do not include mailing times. It may take up to 2 weeks for your application to be received by passport agency, and up to 2 weeks for you to receive your completed passport after agency mails it to you. Therefore, you should add an additional 4 weeks to you passport application processing time.
A valid passport is required for all international travel. If you are traveling anywhere abroad, you need a passport to board an international flight and to enter the country. Passport cards will not be accepted as form of I.D. You may be denied boarding if you travel with a passport that appears damaged or altered.
Some countries require that your passport be valid at least six months beyond the dates of your trip. Some airlines will not allow you to board if this requirement is not met. Check the Country Information to learn about entry and exit requirements for the country or countries in which you are traveling.
If you are applying for a passport for the first time, you need to renew your passport, or you have any other passport questions, you can find information on the Travel.State.Gov website. In addition, several U.S. Embassies and Consulates provide information to assist applicants in collecting the documentation needed. For a list of Embassies, please visit U.S. Embassy.gov.
Location
Paris, or the “City of Lights,” is a jewel both culturally as well as artistically. It is also a young and dynamic city, known for its cafés, parks, markets as well as its many museums and monuments. Located in the 10th arrondissement of Paris, APS Paris is next to the Gare de L’Est along the Canal Saint-Martin.



Housing
Funding opportunities
Budgetary items
These are items to consider to budget for your study abroad program:
Tuition (paid to ABC Paris):
Tuition (paid to ABC) is 5,230 Euro. Tuition is subject to change based on exchange rate and future semesters
Housing:
Can range from 900 euros to 1300 euros per month depending on which housing option you select
Out of pocket expenses (see estimated Cost of Living expenses in Paris):
- $200 administrative fee due at time of application
- International flight
- Personal spending
- Visa expenses
- International health insurance
Health, Safety and Travel Documentation
All students must attend pre-departure sessions prior to study abroad. Education Abroad awill provide you with further details pertaining to dates, times, and virtual link the semester before your program.
1) Mandatory pre-departure orientation hosted by the Education Abroad office. This session will cover general international travel related topics such as health, safety, insurance, and travel tips.
International Health and Travel Insurance
All FAU students participating on an exchange program will need to register in international health and travel insurance coverage through Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI). This mandatory insurance ensures that students have access to medical and emergency support services while abroad. You can view the policy here.