Application Process and Program Fees, Paris Summer Program
How to Apply
Students must fill out an initial application through USF鈥檚 Education Abroad Office providing details on their academic, technical and choreographic experience, as well as their motivation for attending the program (website/link available on September 1, 2026). A letter of recommendation is typically required from students outside of USF and schools not affiliated with the Dance in Paris Programs, although it does not have to be submitted with the inquiry application. Priority will be given to students in their junior year of college, along with a demonstration of high academic/creative/technical strength. All students must have completed at least one semester of a college-level choreography class, as well as be enrolled in a minimum of 8 hours of weekly college-level dance technique classes in the semester prior to attending the program.
The application deadline is January 31, 2027, however students are encouraged to apply
for this program early as the program fills to capacity every year and there is often
a long waitlist. USF and partner institution students are given priority registration,
although there are often a few slots for non-USF/partner institution students, so
those students are encouraged to apply early.
USF Education Abroad will provide non-USF students with a USF e-mail account and payment
schedule.
Summer Program Fees
Program Costs for 2027:
The cost for the program is currently being calculated and will be released in mid-September
but students should count on the following expenses:
Tuition: (minimum 3-credit enrollment: $520 (in-state Florida), or 6-credit enrollment for
$1040* (in-state Florida).
*The 6-credit option is for students applying for financial aid or who need maximum
credits. There is no difference in the amount of instruction/opportunities in Paris
based on the number of credits you register for. (View for up-to-date details.)
And
Program fee: $4000 - 4800
Program fee includes:
- Pre-departure orientations
- Accommodations (students have their own room with in-room shower and toilet)
- Over 60 hours of program-specific technique classes and workshops
- A 10-class card to one of Paris鈥檚 major professional dance studios
- Admission to all cultural and performance events (Students see over 10 performances!)
- Airport transfer from Paris/Charles de Gaulle airport to residence
- Group dinner + mid-program picnic Comprehensive emergency medical and evacuation insurance**
Program fee does not include:
- Tuition (minimum 3 credit hours = $520.00, optional 6 credit hours = $1040): covers all technique classes/workshops while in Paris (minimum of 60 hours of classes/workshops)
- International airfare
- Most meals and all personal expenses (suggested budget of approximately $800/$1000 for the month)
- Month-long metro pass ($100)
- Passport documentation (or visa documentation if not a U.S. citizen)
**USF provides students and faculty study abroad program participants with insurance coverage for sickness, accident, hospitalization, and emergency medical evacuation. This coverage is extended to program participants for the dates of the program. Those who plan to travel independently, in advance of or after the program, must arrange their own insurance coverage.**