Learn French through cultural immersion and instruction
Island excursions including sea kayaking and rainforest hiking
Home stay with a local family
Three-day sailing voyage to nearby islands
Community service work in a beachside community
Experience required:One year high school French
Ages:Teens finishing grades 9–12
Length:21 day trips starting in June and July
Tuition:Starting at $5,380
Location:Guadeloupe, Marie Galante and Ile des Saintes in the Caribbean’s French West Indies
Community service:20+ hours
Additional activities include:
Zip line canopy tour
Surfing
Drumming, traditional art and cooking lessons
Credit Earned:
High school and/or three college academic credits through Lesley University
20+ community service hours
Academic Evaluation:
Oral and written French exam, light homework, reading and oral comprehension, journal assignments, roundtable discussions
Additional Information:
This Academic Treks program includes home stays and/or time spent in cities. As with all Academic Treks programs, our strict rules regarding maintaining a healthy atmosphere apply. Conduct such as drinking or smoking is not permitted.