The Basics

France has been at the forefront of scientific innovation throughout its history. The tradition of rigorous training, cutting-edge research and innovative approaches continues to this day. Smith’s new “Les Sciences à Paris” program makes you part of this vibrant world by giving you access to course work, seminars, and research opportunities at several of Paris’ foremost institutions. Guided by customized advising before your departure and throughout your stay,we work with your advisor and with your home institution to craft a program of study that most closely matches your interests and ambitions.

In addition to advancing your training as a scientist, this program exposes you to the vibrant culture of contemporary France and will enable you to achieve real fluency in French. As a student in the JYA program, you will be housed with a French host family. Your courses will involve a mix of in-house offerings–taught at Reid Hall, our magnificent headquarters in the 6th arrondissement–and university courses offered at Paris 7 (Diderot). In addition, you will participate in excursions both in and outside of Paris, and will have the opportunity to travel throughout Europe.