France
University Campus Adventiste du Salève
Language of Study French
Academic 
Summer -
food Croissant, baguette, crêpes, fondue
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architecture Tour Eiffel, Versailles and Royal castles
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music Chanson Française (Édith Piaf), Classical Composers (Debussy), Electronic music (Jarre)
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art Le Louvre, sound and light show
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sports Soccer, volley, ski, snowboarding, hiking, climbing
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climate a harmonious blend of cold (snow) and warmth
Campus Life
- Welcome
- Cafeteria
- Dorms
- Activities & Trips
- Classrooms & Facilities
Academic Program
Program capacity: 50 students
Levels:
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
- French for heritage speaker
Electives: Ski and Snowboarding, Mountain Climbing, French for Health Professionals, International Organizations, French Cuisine, French History, Theatre, French Literature, Arts
Official Certificate: DELF and DALF national exams
Summer Program
Program capacity: 40 students
Levels:
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
- French for heritage speaker
Age: Students aged 15 years and older are welcome to join this program
Dates and Prices
| SESSION | COST | ARRIVAL | DEPARTURE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2026 | $4,908 USD | Jun 19-21, 2026 | Jul 31, 2026 |
| Fall 2025 | $8,468 USD | Sep 16-17, 2025 | December 10-11, 2025 |
| Winter 2026 | $5,917 USD / New Students $6,382 USD | January 2-4, 2026 | March 20, 2026 |
| Spring 2026 | $6,445 USD / New Students $6,910 USD | March 22-23, 2026 | June 8-9, 2026 |
Disclaimer: Dates are subject to minor adjustments. Please refer to your acceptance package for the most accurate information.
Financial Disclaimer: Prices include books, room and board, insurance, tuition, and all trips and excursions hosted by Collonges. Airfare is not included. All students are charged health insurance and deposit fees in the first quarter that they attend the program.
Contact Information
Location
Campus Adventiste du Salève
74160 Collonges-sous-Salève
Cedex
FRANCE
President
Jean-Philippe Lehmann
Phone/Fax
General Phone Number: 33 (4) 50 87 68 00
ACA Program Director
Prof. Gabriel Samperio
Tel: 33 (4) 50 87 68 21
Email: direction@ifle.fr
Internship Opportunities
During the academic year, students may take an elective unpaid internship course that will allow them to work in one of the following areas:
- ADRA Social Work
- Communications
- Education Field
- Graphic Design
- Medical Field
Duration of the internship: 75 hours (See Academic Catalog for more information)
Cultural Trips and Tours
Fall Quarter
- Paris (5 days)
- Alsace (3 days)
- 1 day trips: Annecy, Geneva, Gruyères
Winter Quarter
- One-day trips: United Nations, Red Cross Museum, Art Gallery
Spring Quarter
- South of France (4 days)
- 1 day trips: Lyon, Reformation Sites, Chamonix, Geneva Lake
Summer Session
- Paris (3 days)
- 1 day trips: Annecy, Geneva, UN, Red Cross Museum, Gruyère, Chamonix, Lake Bénit, Geneva Lake, CERN, Olympic Museum, Canyoning
This is a tentative list of trips. The school may adjust this list. At the beginning of each program, students will receive updated information.
