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PROGRAM FULL.
Course Dates: Oct. 10 – Dec. 21, 2025
Travel Dates: Dec. 12 -20, 2025
“I won’t be home for Christmas because SPC is going to Paris!”
Join SPC faculty for the artistic, educational and innovative program to Paris, France. This program will centered in Paris while highlighting the art, fashion, gastronomy and culture.
We will tour the Christmas Market Le Magie de Noël at Tuileries Garden. Students will enjoy traditional foods like roasted chestnuts, raclette, and crepes and also be afforded the opportunity to shop in the “Artisan Village” for unique holiday gifts from around the world.
Visit the Opéra Garnier which is an opulent nineteenth century opera house. The grand theater serves as the setting for Gaston Leroux’s famed novel The Phantom of the Opera and is the current home of the Paris Ballet.
Explore amazing sites like the Notre Dame, the Eiffel Tower, the Museè de Carnavalet, famous Catacombs of Paris and various other sites.
Available courses – Students must enroll in at least one course from the list below. If desired, students may enroll in both courses. Note: Please talk to an advisor to ensure you have met all college enrollment requirements AND course prerequisites.
Professor: Dr. Nina Gonzalbez
Lead faculty contacts
After you submit the application online, we will review your application and e-mail you with details of scheduling your interview with the Paris program lead faculty, Nina Gonzalbez, email: gonzalbez.nina@spcollege.edu.
Other SPC Study Abroad programs
Learn more about other Study Abroad countries where SPC students have made their mark.
Student Study Abroad Blog – For a taste of what it’s like to study abroad, read posts from other SPC students below.
This trip was my first time leaving the country, and on that note by myself. I got to experience a variety of different types of foods, architecture, languages, global perspectives, and much more. From spending time in tourist filled areas to other more quiet areas with no crowds, I got to see what France was … Continue reading SPC France: Amazing learning opportunity
This wasn’t my first time traveling internationally; however, it was my first time visiting a European country. Upon arriving at the airport in France, we loaded up the bus and immediately began exploring. We explored Paris, the city of light and visited the Notre Dame Cathedral in its reconstruction phase. We saw the new Olympic … Continue reading SPC France: If I get the chance to study abroad again, I will definitely take it.
This was my first study abroad trip with EF and going to France has given me the opportunity to learn about the people I meet, the historical significance of my surroundings, cultural differences, and the foreign language. EF has really shown that their tours prioritize Education First, to start off with we met our wonderful … Continue reading SPC France Study Abroad: Forever be memorable
Studying abroad is the opportunity of a lifetime. By leaving our comfort zone and venturing out into a new culture, we not only gain academic knowledge but also life experiences that will shape our future endeavors. Immersing oneself in a foreign country can help improve foreign language skills, broaden our horizons, and build independence and … Continue reading SPC France Study Abroad: One of the best things I could have ever done!
When I signed up for this program I didn’t know what to expect, as I’d never been out of the country. Needless to say with each passing day I was astounded and impressed by the beauties, culture, and differences between France and the United States. The first thing I noticed when we got to Pairs … Continue reading SPC France Study Abroad: Astounded and Impressed
This spring break of 2023, I had the amazing opportunity to study abroad with SPC in France. I loved every part of it and made lifetime memories. The staff was amazing, as they were very organized, helped us around, and were very kind. They were attentive when asking questions and responded to emails quickly. The … Continue reading SPC France Study Abroad :I have completely changed as a person