I had a fantastic experience. By taking more risks, reaching out to people who might initially seem a little different and yet finding commonality, is a wonderful, confidence-building, and inspiring experience. I hope to be able to continue traveling abroad and participating in cultural exchange for the rest of my life. Katherine J - Harvard University
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Past Review A Good Challenge.

I gained an affinity for French culture, food, and traditions. Siva S - Harvard University
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Past Review A Perfect Summer In The South Of France

It was extremely worthwhile. I have wanted to study in France since middle school, and I was finally able to realize my dream with a program that helped me progress tremendously over a relatively short period of time. Christine L - Harvard University
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Past Review Avignon: Expérience Of A Lifetime

After this summer, I realized that I want to study French literature in more depth. So I'm currently considering studying Romance Literature Languages (French) as my secondary. It definitely widened my perspective about the world and I feel like I have matured a little into a more emphatic person. Taeyoung K - Harvard University
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About

The Institut d'Etudes Françaises d'Avignon, under the auspices of Bryn Mawr College, offers a six-week summer program of intensive work in significant aspects of French culture. This advanced program, established in 1962, is designed for selected undergraduate and graduate students with serious interest in French language, literature and civilization, and primarily for those who expect to engage in professional careers requiring a knowledge of France and the French language. For students interested in a two or three week extension to the program, we offer a community service component in various fields (renovation, environment, agriculture, social work, culture, and administration.