Overview:
- The Ontario/Rhône-Alpes Student Exchange Program offers Ontario students the opportunity to participate in a Summer Language Program at l’Université Lumière Lyon 2 (CIEF) or at l’Université Savoie Mont Blanc (ACCENTS).
- The ORA Summer Language Program is a four to six week program in which students from around the world study French and learn about French culture. It offers a unique, excellent and highly enjoyable learning experience in the classroom, with extracurricular activities as well as excursions to places of interest in the region.
- There is no French-language prerequisite for successful participation in the Summer Language Program. Classes are offered at various levels, including beginners’ level.
Location: Rhône-Alpes, France
Language of Instruction:
- English
- French
Eligibility:
Program Information:
- CIEF in Lyon
- ACCENTS in Chambéry
When Can I Go?
- Alpine Summer program- Six weeks in between June and July
- Un été Alpin program- Three weeks in between June and July
Please note: The information provided on this page applies to the Summer 2026 program. Details for Summer 2027 will be updated at a later date. Please check back for the latest information.
Program dates are subject to change without notice.
Cost of living:
- The ORA host language school will arrange accommodation.
- You need to pay for your transportation from Ontario to France (approximately $1,500) plus expenses for the month of $1,000 to $1,500, including accommodation, food, insurance, student service fee, entertainment, travel and other incidentals.
- Please note that the course fees and accommodation costs are different for each program.
- Scholarship are available to Canadian citizens and permanent residents only.
*Fees are subject to change without notice
Additional Resources
- Please visit the ORA Summer Language Program webpage for more information
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