Practical information and registration
Practical information for the French semester-based courses and the semi-intensive summer courses.
Schedule and prices
Semester-based courses
Next semester session: October 5, 2026 – February 4, 2027
- Semester duration: 60 hours, consisting of two early-evening sessions per week (6 p.m. – 8 p.m.).
- Schedule options: Monday/Wednesday, Tuesday/Thursday, or Monday/Thursday
- Format: In-person or online, depending on the group
- Fee: €504 for 60 hours of instruction (€8.40/hour). Payment accepted via credit card, bank transfer, or checks (payable in 3 interest-free installments).
- Classes begin: Monday, October 5, 2026
- Semester ends & FLE celebration: Thursday, February 4, 2027
Each class requires a minimum of 8 registered students to proceed.
Each session has its own schedule of breaks (school holidays, public holidays, etc.).
Please note: Once a semester has begun, the full fee is payable (subject to exceptions).
Summer semi-intensive course option
Two sessions: July and September
- July course duration: 24 hours (4–5 sessions per week, early evening from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., over a 2½-week period)
- September course duration: 20–24 hours (4 sessions per week, early evening from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., over a 2- or 3-week period)
- Format: In-person or online, depending on the group
- Fee: €201 for a 24-hour course; €168 for a 20-hour course. Payment options include credit card, bank transfer, or checks (payable in 3 interest-free installments).
- FLE celebration: the July course concludes with a French language celebration event.
Course commencement is subject to a minimum enrollment of 8 participants.
Please note: Once a course has started, the full fee is payable (except in exceptional circumstances).
Location and access
Find addresses, directions, and practical information for each of our course locations.
Science Accueil head office (accessible by bus 4611, 4606 from Massy-Palaiseau RER B station, or bus 4609 from Le Guichet RER B station)
Grande Maison, just a few minutes walk from RER B station
At ENSAE, on the Ecole Polytechnique campus, within walking distance of the “Lozère” RER B station, or by bus.
Ecla residence, within walking distance of Massy-Palaiseau RER B station
Ecla residence

How to register
- Step 1 – Fill out the online registration form. This helps us determine the group best suited to your needs. This is a no-obligation pre-registration.
- Step 2 – Proficiency assessment: You will receive a link to an online test to complete as soon as possible. This test is mandatory unless you have recently taken a Science Accueil course.
- Step 3 – Class placement offer.
- Step 4 & Confirmation – Payment of registration fees.
- Step 5 – Sign the FLE student code of conduct.
- Finally, all that remains is to meet your group and teacher, and enjoy your classes!
⚠️ To ensure your request is processed as quickly as possible, please create a Science Accueil account if you do not already have a personal space. You will find the link at the end of the course registration form.
Assessment of your language level
After registering, you will take an online French test, supplemented if necessary by a short oral assessment. This allows us to better evaluate your level and place you in the most suitable group.
French exams and certifications
Useful information and documents
Detailed internal rules
Privacy and GDPR
We realize this is a lot of information to provide! It enables us to offer you tailored courses and ensure the best possible support throughout your learning journey. Naturally, all information remains confidential.
The information provided in the registration form or during placement tests is used strictly for the purpose of forming groups and managing French courses. No data is shared with or transferred to third parties.
Information recorded when creating your personal account on our secure platform is handled in accordance with our data processing policy.
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