Spend your January Term immersed in the heart of Paris, one of the world's most iconic cities, while earning 3 semester credits in business through the American Business College of Paris (ABCParis). This program combines rigorous coursework in accounting, finance, marketing, and strategic management with unparalleled cultural experiences in the City of Light. You'll study at a highly respected institution that blends the best of U.S. education with European training methods, all taught in English, making it accessible to students at all levels.

Your academic experience focuses on learning by doing, placing you directly into the world of international business from day one. ABCParis welcomes students from over 80 countries, creating a genuinely multicultural business community where you'll build relationships that mirror the global economy you'll enter after graduation. The Bachelor of Business Administration is accredited in the U.S. by the International Accreditation Council for Business Education and recognized by the French government, ensuring your credits and achievements are internationally valued. Course options span financial accounting, managerial accounting, strategic management, international finance, and international marketing—all with relevance to Europe's economic center.

Beyond the classroom, Paris itself becomes your learning laboratory. You'll live in a Parisian homestay with breakfast daily and dinner three times weekly, or upgrade to a communal residence in central Paris with other AIFS Abroad students. The included cultural program is substantial: guided city tours, visits to world-class museums like the Rodin Museum, a scenic boat trip along the Seine, a half-day excursion to the opulent Palace of Versailles, and a welcome dinner in a traditional French restaurant. Optional activities like a wine and cheese tasting led by a professional sommelier deepen your appreciation of French heritage and gastronomy.

The program runs January 4–23, 2027, giving you focused time to maximize both academic and cultural learning. You'll benefit from comprehensive on-site support, including 24/7 emergency assistance, comprehensive health insurance, and guidance from an experienced program director. AIFS Abroad handles pre-departure preparation, orientation, and post-return support to ensure you integrate your experience fully. Whether you're a high school graduate or a senior in college, if you maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA, you're eligible to apply. An optional travel package from 25 U.S. cities (starting at $1,460 from New York) includes round-trip flights and airport transfers, streamlining logistics so you can focus on the experience.

This January Term program is ideal for business-focused students seeking international perspective, aspiring entrepreneurs wanting to understand European markets, and anyone eager to develop global professional networks while exploring one of humanity's greatest cultural achievements. You'll return home with not only academic credits and business knowledge, but also lifelong friendships, fluency in navigating a major European city, and the confidence that comes from thriving in a truly international environment.