Paris is known as the City of Light, since many of the thinkers that produced the Enlightenment in the 17th and 18th centuries lived in Paris. The nickname is appropriate for an altogether different reason. The city's low skyline and open spaces, create an airiness that is foreign to a place like Manhattan. St. John's Summer Program in Paris immerses students in the French environment by putting them in daily contact with French culture, art, theater, food and people. Whether you choose to study French, painting, or business or you undertake an internship in your area of expertise, Paris is your classroom.
Public transportation is excellent, but most students find walking the best way to explore the city.
Buildings that defined an architectural style in the 18th century stand guard next to daring attempts to redefine architecture in the 20th century. Paris is also fun. There are cafes, unique boutiques, and a vibrant art scene. And it is often said that the food at the most modest restaurant in France is better than the most expensive French food anywhere else. Students may take up to six credits during their month-long stay.