Study Abroad Semester and Summer Programs

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Experience the American Way of Learning — in the heart of France.

CEFAM welcomes students from around the world, both full-degree seekers and short-term study abroad participants, united by one ambition: to make their education truly international. Inspired by the American liberal arts tradition, CEFAM offers dynamic, discussion-based courses in Business, International Relations, and general education, all taught 100% in English, earning US and ECTS credit. You can also immerse yourself in the French language and culture through customized courses and authentic local experiences.

Whether you join us for a semester, a full year, or a summer session, you’ll experience a personalized, hands-on, and multicultural learning environment — right here in Lyon, one of Europe’s most vibrant student cities.

Learn differently. Live globally.

Welcome to the CEFAMily.

Download the course catalog in order to review all courses offered. All instruction is in English apart from our specialized French Language and Civilization courses in French:

Summer Term:

At CEFAM, we realize that often students are unable to spend an entire fall or spring semester abroad. For this reason, students may enroll in up to 6 hours of courses in our 5-week summer term.

French Language and Civilization

CEFAM has the opportunity for French majors, minors, and Francophiles alike to study French language and civilization in French. From local literature to local flavors, students have the chance to explore Lyon in her native tongue. Being in Lyon puts CEFAM at an epicenter of French gastronomy, history, tourism, and commerce. This makes CEFAM a key location to study these areas. We also recommend students in this program to choose the homestay option during their time in Lyon in order to make the most of this language acquisition opportunity.

Suggested Courses include Lyon et ses écrivains (Lyon and Her Writers), French for Business, Advanced French Language, 315 Littérature d’expression française et choix de la langue française. (French Literature)   and Civilisation française (French Civilization). Students enrolled will also have access to CEFAM’s traditional Business and General Education courses instructed in English.

Sports and Business: a tailor-made sports training in an international management school

The Tony Parker Adéquat Academy (TPAA) wishes to develop the reception of students on its Gerland campus. With its expertise in hosting American students and 31 other nationalities, CEFAM will be able to allow these students to live their passion for sports (basketball) and simultaneously take business courses in English. These students will be able to discover Lyon’s life, practice basketball, and earn American course credits for a semester or a full year while benefiting from the TPAA’s infrastructure in Gerland. 

Apply to the CEFAM and TPAA program

By choosing to live on the TPAA campus, students get to practice and live a real cultural immersion with full access to an apartment (full-board included) in parallel of their studies. 

• “My experience at CEFAM was unparalleled. I had an enriching experience in class with an engaging professor that cultivated and sustained the academic growth of each of her students. I additionally made many lifelong friends, and look forward to coming back to Lyon in the near future for that very reason!” – Anna, NEU, 2022
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  Anna from Northeastern University, 2022
• “Regarding my experience in CEFAM/Lyon, I have to say that students and staff members made me feel welcomed at all times. They offered me their help, even when I didn’t ask for it, and that means a lot to me.” Student, University of the Ozarks, 2021
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  Student from the University of the Ozarks – 2021
• “I truly loved my time spent here…coming to France opened my eyes to traveling… Coming to France has opened my eyes to a different culture and has taught me how to try to make friendly connections with peers even though there may be a language barrier. Being able to try to learn a new language…
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  Joenxi from Siena College, Albany – 2021
• I will definitely be recommending this program to other students because I loved it so much and made so many new friends. Again thank you for all of your help, I will miss CEFAM so much! Thank you for such a good semester!
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  Allison Leonard (Loyola)
• You did an awesome job this semester and made our abroad experience very enjoyable!  You were very responsive and helpful and went above and beyond for us.  I would definitely recommend the program to others! Thank you again for an awesome semester and happy holidays!
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  Virginia Collins (Loyola)
• I really liked the trips we did like the tour of Lyon, the cheese tasting, and the trip to Beaune.  I would recommend this program to other students who are looking for a school with a family feel. Thank you
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  Julia Krasinski (Siena College)