Getting an international experience in Paris is always a good idea! After few months in Paris, you will come to understand French culture and the language. The universities in Paris have an international influence. Planning to study abroad? Paris is the place to be. Here some tips to enjoy your trip!

• Learn French

As you may know the French do not have a very good reputation concerning foreign languages. Most of the young people will understanding you if you speak English but old people are more complicated. You can take French class before your arrival. You can see French movie, listen to French music or take part on a chat group. You can also check this article about studying French in a Paris “list of French school in Paris”. Learning French in Paris is always a good way to meet international friend.

• Find your dream universities

There are more than 13 universities in Paris! Some universities are known for science such as Paris Descartes or Paris Sud else for literature or history such as La Sorbonne or Paris Diderot. Get involved in student associations. It is a good way to improve your French and meet other exchange students in Paris.

• Use your network before your arrival

Ask friends, teachers, colleagues if they don’t know people in Paris. It is always good to have contact abroad. Indeed, you may find great deals for accommodation or jobs. Who knows? It is always good to have a guide the first weeks.

• Find accommodation

Paris is such a big city than sometimes it can be difficult to find accommodation.  Watch out for scams. Housing can be unhealthy and too expensive. Have a look to this article : “How to find accommodation in Paris?”  you will find associations and great student deals for exchange student in Paris

• Find a student job

As you may know Paris is know one of the most expensive cities in the world! Being an exchange student in Paris is always difficult. Having a job allows you to go out, to enjoy the city (cinema, restaurants, shopping) and have fun without looking at your budget.  If you don’t really speak French don’t worry: find a babysitter job and speak in your own language! Be My Nounou is a fun and creative childcare agency. They recruit all year long exchange students in Paris. You need to be allowed to work beside your study, have at least 3 previous experiences with kids and have a clean criminal record. With this job you can part on an international community.

• Travel to Europe

Everything is close to France: Spain, Germany, England… You can travel abroad in only two hours and be completely in another universe! Flights are so cheap it will be crazy not to enjoy it!  Some universities offer you great deals (flights and accommodation). Enjoy!

Being an exchange student in Paris give you the opportunities to improve your French, discover Europe and work with other international students! Apply here.