Orientation

The Skidmore in Paris: Advanced Studies program begins during the pre-departure orientation held on the Skidmore College campus during the semester prior to studying abroad. Upon arrival in France, you will begin a one-week orientation. The orientation at the beginning of the fall term takes place at Césarges in the foothills of the Alps. The spring semester orientation is held in Fontainebleau, just outside of Paris. Both orientation programs focus on French language, culture and history through a series of lectures and guided tours.

Excursions & Activities

Excursions and cultural activities are considered an integral part of the Skidmore program that complements students’ coursework. You can look forward to guided tours of museums and historical landmarks such as Notre Dame, Monmartre, and Versailles, as well as frequent excursions to places of interest outside of Paris such as Normandy, Chartres, Fontainebleau, and the Loire Valley.