Institut Catholique de Paris

I think living with a family is the most beneficial aspect of studying abroad. You have the culture and the language at your fingertips and can learn first-hand experience of both of these while living with a native. Living alone you tend to isolate yourself and speak your native language. It's difficult to engage a stranger in a conversation, therefore your skills suffer and you learn and experience very little about the culture. My language and appreciation for French grew leaps and bounds because of my host family experience. I not only have fond memories and forged new friendships but feel that I have a good idea of what it means to be an international citizen and be globally aware.

My language skills improved the most during meals with my host family. I learned a lot from my host family and they were very nice. It was nice to have the support of a family while far away from my own friends and family.

The accomodations were excellent for stundents. It was very clean, comfortable and very Parisian! The location was at the quartier latin, a hub for French intellectual students. It was exactly what I was looking for.

I could find an apartment closer to the school for less.

I would choose to live in an apartement because I am a very independent individual.

I like social life