American University of Paris

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Located in Paris, France, the American University of Paris is a private, liberal arts institution best known for its interdisciplinary programs in global communications, international relations, and international business administration. Operating entirely in English within a traditional American-style curriculum, the university offers a multicultural academic environment where students study core subjects framed by the cultural richness of the French capital. The student body is exceptionally diverse, representing over one hundred nationalities, which creates a globally minded campus community from day one. A dedicated international student support office assists newcomers with visa processes, housing coordination, and cultural integration, ensuring a smooth transition to life abroad. What sets this institution apart is its distinctive location-based learning model, which uses the city of Paris itself as an interactive urban laboratory and seminar room for hands-on global exploration.

Background

The American University of Paris (AUP) is a private university in Paris, France. Founded in 1962, the university is one of the oldest American institutions of higher education in Europe, and the first to be established in France. The university campus consists of seven buildings, centrally located in the 7th arrondissement of Paris, on the Left Bank near the Eiffel Tower, Les Invalides, and the Seine. The university's language of instruction is English, although students must prove a level of proficiency in French prior to graduation. The university has over 1,200 students, representing over 100 nationalities, with an average student-to-faculty ratio of ten to one. The university's faculty members represent 30 nationalities, with 71% holding doctoral degrees and close to 70% speaking three or more languages.

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