Generally speaking, American colleges and universities give four credits for the four-week program. It is at the discretion of each student's college or university to decide how much credit to award. Students who desire more credits may be able to obtain them by taking a heavier course load although this may result in excessive academic commitments. Placement is determined by an examination given on arrival in Paris regardless of courses previously taken. Due to the number of courses available, students should realize some timetable conflicts may be unavoidable.
Attendance is mandatory.
A cours pratique concentrates on acquisition of vocabulary, grammar, oral comprehension and written and spoken expression. Instruction is in groups according to ability. The course is therefore suitable for absolute beginners or for students with some high school French. Language laboratory study is required. Class is held two hours a day, five days a week.