Being an Exchange Student to France?
I was considering doing this for a semester. My only concern would be the going to school there, and getting aquainted with the host family. If there's anyone who could share their experience with me, I would appreciate it. Thanks
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Hey there! I'm going to Japan with AFS during my sophomore year. I haven't been on exchange before, but I /can/ tell you where you might find better answers for your question. There's an exchange student forum called Cultures Shocked and there's a whole subforum about France. Hope you look around or join.
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Friday, August 1, 2014
Monday, July 28, 2014
Does anyone have any good reasons to host a forign exchange student?
Does anyone have any good reasons to host a forign exchange student?
My French teacher has asked if anyone in our class was interested in hosting a student over from france. I'm very interested but when I went to ask my parents they seen so intereted. Does anyone have any good reasons as to why my parents should let the student stay with us?
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I once WAS a foreign exchange student that lived in USA (Texas). The family I stayed with hosted before many students across the world (from south america , Europe and Asia) they were a total of 6 students including me. The family always talked about how they missed the previous students ( hope they are talking about me now) :p which proves that they really liked them, and considered them as family. The benefits are numerous , first (and this you probably know) you could learn the culture of different countries, develop relationships overseas, and many more, you would come to like each other a lot you would stay in contact with them. Ofcourse talking to organizations responsable of these programs is much better than hearing it from me lol.
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We hosted 4 times. Each time was horrible and didn't last the year. We hosted a French kid who lasted 2 weeks before we kicked him out. He refused to speak English and told us we had to learn French if we wanted to speak to him. He refused to bathe (come on, this is Florida and it was August!). He told me he would not eat unless it was French food. I told him he was going to lose a lot of weight. I would NEVER recommend hosting an exchange student.
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There are inifinte reasons why hosting an exchange student can help you - first being the relationships that can be developed by hosting. It is always nice to have a "son" or "daughter" in another country when the student leaves for his or her home country, and while he or she is here you will enjoy teaching him or her new things. The look on their faces is priceless, and the international bond created is even moreso valueless.
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My French teacher has asked if anyone in our class was interested in hosting a student over from france. I'm very interested but when I went to ask my parents they seen so intereted. Does anyone have any good reasons as to why my parents should let the student stay with us?
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I once WAS a foreign exchange student that lived in USA (Texas). The family I stayed with hosted before many students across the world (from south america , Europe and Asia) they were a total of 6 students including me. The family always talked about how they missed the previous students ( hope they are talking about me now) :p which proves that they really liked them, and considered them as family. The benefits are numerous , first (and this you probably know) you could learn the culture of different countries, develop relationships overseas, and many more, you would come to like each other a lot you would stay in contact with them. Ofcourse talking to organizations responsable of these programs is much better than hearing it from me lol.
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We hosted 4 times. Each time was horrible and didn't last the year. We hosted a French kid who lasted 2 weeks before we kicked him out. He refused to speak English and told us we had to learn French if we wanted to speak to him. He refused to bathe (come on, this is Florida and it was August!). He told me he would not eat unless it was French food. I told him he was going to lose a lot of weight. I would NEVER recommend hosting an exchange student.
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There are inifinte reasons why hosting an exchange student can help you - first being the relationships that can be developed by hosting. It is always nice to have a "son" or "daughter" in another country when the student leaves for his or her home country, and while he or she is here you will enjoy teaching him or her new things. The look on their faces is priceless, and the international bond created is even moreso valueless.
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Monday, July 14, 2014
How many perfumes bottles I can take from france to india with me in flight without facing problem of custum?
How many perfumes bottles I can take from france to india with me in flight without facing problem of custum?
I am a student studying in France, Now I am returning back to my home in India. I want to take perfumes with me as gifts . So I want to know how many perfume bottles I can take with me in the flight? reply as soon as possible.Thanks in advance. And suggest me some more things as a gift which can be taken to India.
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Asa per Indian Custom rules Personal and household effects are treated as baggage and can be imported freely without any restriction as to the value of the goods. However they should be imported in reasonable quantities. Goods in commercial quantities may be allowed to be imported as baggage based on the merits of the case. Please check the follow9ing link for more details: http://www.thokalath.com/baggage/indian_custom_tariff.php
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5 perfume bottles . bring a non stick cook ware to yur mom which is not available in india while cooking in that always she will remember u and ur france trip yatra your travel partner www.freewebs.com/cricketsinfo
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I am a student studying in France, Now I am returning back to my home in India. I want to take perfumes with me as gifts . So I want to know how many perfume bottles I can take with me in the flight? reply as soon as possible.Thanks in advance. And suggest me some more things as a gift which can be taken to India.
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Asa per Indian Custom rules Personal and household effects are treated as baggage and can be imported freely without any restriction as to the value of the goods. However they should be imported in reasonable quantities. Goods in commercial quantities may be allowed to be imported as baggage based on the merits of the case. Please check the follow9ing link for more details: http://www.thokalath.com/baggage/indian_custom_tariff.php
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5 perfume bottles . bring a non stick cook ware to yur mom which is not available in india while cooking in that always she will remember u and ur france trip yatra your travel partner www.freewebs.com/cricketsinfo
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Monday, July 7, 2014
how to get a foreign excahnge student to?
how to get a foreign excahnge student to?
so theres this exchange student from france and hes really cute so how do i get him to notice me? i heard him talk once and it was kinda hard to understand him, so what if he talks to me and i cant understand him? im getting really upset because ALL my friends have boyfriends except for me. or they always have guys all over them and i never do i just watch. WHAT CAN I DO?
Singles & Dating - 4 Answers
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cry a little more please
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Tell him "Viva la republique islamique francaise!" That should grab his attention.
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go up to him and say something in french haha say..... ummmm... je'tiam! if thats how you spell it..
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probably try by showing him around the school, then u can get closer to him.
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so theres this exchange student from france and hes really cute so how do i get him to notice me? i heard him talk once and it was kinda hard to understand him, so what if he talks to me and i cant understand him? im getting really upset because ALL my friends have boyfriends except for me. or they always have guys all over them and i never do i just watch. WHAT CAN I DO?
Singles & Dating - 4 Answers
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cry a little more please
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Tell him "Viva la republique islamique francaise!" That should grab his attention.
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go up to him and say something in french haha say..... ummmm... je'tiam! if thats how you spell it..
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probably try by showing him around the school, then u can get closer to him.
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Tuesday, July 1, 2014
What does america have that france does not?
What does america have that france does not?
I'm a student going to france for 2 weeks and I'm visiting a good friend of mine in toulouse. I'd like to take a gift for him and his younger brother. What would they like from america?
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I live in Toulouse and i'm half French and half Irish so i have both cultures in me. I have a passion for America so i have a few ideas: - Bring back something that represents America, like a number plate from the state you live in. - If he likes sports i'm sure you can find good stuff about the NBA, NFL, NHL and MLB. - One penpal gave me a one dollar note, it's always something Europeans like. That's about it, France has everything just like like America, so in my opinion you should do something like that. I hope i helped PS: Toulouse is a lovely city: warm, nice to live in and the people are known in France to be the friendliest. Enjoy your time there =)
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Baseball / American Football paraphanelia would be good. US number plates Those metal advertising signs from the 50's
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I'm a student going to france for 2 weeks and I'm visiting a good friend of mine in toulouse. I'd like to take a gift for him and his younger brother. What would they like from america?
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I live in Toulouse and i'm half French and half Irish so i have both cultures in me. I have a passion for America so i have a few ideas: - Bring back something that represents America, like a number plate from the state you live in. - If he likes sports i'm sure you can find good stuff about the NBA, NFL, NHL and MLB. - One penpal gave me a one dollar note, it's always something Europeans like. That's about it, France has everything just like like America, so in my opinion you should do something like that. I hope i helped PS: Toulouse is a lovely city: warm, nice to live in and the people are known in France to be the friendliest. Enjoy your time there =)
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Baseball / American Football paraphanelia would be good. US number plates Those metal advertising signs from the 50's
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Saturday, June 28, 2014
Exchange student--- to france?
Exchange student--- to france?
hello! I'm 13 years old, and for my freshman year, or sophomore, i would like to go on exchange to france (wherever in france) i live in MN, are there any schools here that do that? what should i do to do that? how much money would it be? thank you! ps: i would like to do it mostly to learn the language a little more, i'm studying french, and i already know spanish and english, and i know the only way to truly learn a language is to be where they speak it--
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im also going on an exchange to Spain and the way i got involved was through people who came to my school, im going through ISE it's a Canadian program but maybe you can find another program threw them. also mine costs around $2400 (Canadian) for 3 months
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I had a really good friend this past year who had a girl from France stay with her! I personally do not know much about it but i am sure there will be schools in france that do exchanges! Being a foreign exchange student can be quite a lot of money while Hosting a student technically costs nothing! Being a foreign exchange student you are required to cover all costs: flights to and from, spending money, etc. The host family that would potentially host you would most likely include you in their family meals. The only cost to you for food may be going to restaurants, etc. That is all I really know. You can go to afs.org to learn more! AFS is an intercultural exchange program. There you can find out a lot of information and you can even come in contact with an American volunteer near you! Hope this helped to an extent!
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hello! I'm 13 years old, and for my freshman year, or sophomore, i would like to go on exchange to france (wherever in france) i live in MN, are there any schools here that do that? what should i do to do that? how much money would it be? thank you! ps: i would like to do it mostly to learn the language a little more, i'm studying french, and i already know spanish and english, and i know the only way to truly learn a language is to be where they speak it--
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im also going on an exchange to Spain and the way i got involved was through people who came to my school, im going through ISE it's a Canadian program but maybe you can find another program threw them. also mine costs around $2400 (Canadian) for 3 months
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I had a really good friend this past year who had a girl from France stay with her! I personally do not know much about it but i am sure there will be schools in france that do exchanges! Being a foreign exchange student can be quite a lot of money while Hosting a student technically costs nothing! Being a foreign exchange student you are required to cover all costs: flights to and from, spending money, etc. The host family that would potentially host you would most likely include you in their family meals. The only cost to you for food may be going to restaurants, etc. That is all I really know. You can go to afs.org to learn more! AFS is an intercultural exchange program. There you can find out a lot of information and you can even come in contact with an American volunteer near you! Hope this helped to an extent!
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Saturday, June 14, 2014
should i get a boy or girl foreign exchange student?
should i get a boy or girl foreign exchange student?
So my family has decided to host a student from France this summer for three weeks. We can't decide between a 17 yr old boy or a 15 yr old girl. I am 17 and the oldest of four girls in my family. I don't have any brothers, so that is one reason we would like a boy. But we think the boy would go crazy in a house full of girls and a girl could adapt easier. Boy..girl..boy..girl. Which?
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I would recommend the girl. The girl would adapt easier like you said, and she might not be as uncomfortable as the boy. However, the boy might be comfortable with girls. I don't think Europeans think like Americans do. It might also push him to go meet other people as he will find comfort in other (boys). So, actually, if you prefer, it might be good to go with the boy. =) You can argue for both. But a boy would be interesting to have around the house, and he would eventually get comfortable with all of you ^_^ So I say go for the boy!
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well i can't decide either, you have to think yourself why dont you host me some other time I'm from India and would like to study there well im kidding
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Make life easy for everyone. Girl.
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A girl will get along better with your family, while a boy will feel out-of-place. Since it's only a short summer stay, he's not going to have the chance to meet as many boys his own age like he would if it was during the school year. If he ever has a problem he won't feel as comfortable coming to anyone in your family about it because the people around his age are all female and the only guy he knows is the same age as his father. A boy will also want to do activities that you and your sisters probably would not enjoy as much. Since it's only a short stay, you can't think of this guy as a stand-in brother because three weeks really isn't long enough for him to adjust and start to feel like family. He's going to stay as a guest in your house, as it takes longer for close bonds to happen, especially between the opposite sexes.
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So my family has decided to host a student from France this summer for three weeks. We can't decide between a 17 yr old boy or a 15 yr old girl. I am 17 and the oldest of four girls in my family. I don't have any brothers, so that is one reason we would like a boy. But we think the boy would go crazy in a house full of girls and a girl could adapt easier. Boy..girl..boy..girl. Which?
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I would recommend the girl. The girl would adapt easier like you said, and she might not be as uncomfortable as the boy. However, the boy might be comfortable with girls. I don't think Europeans think like Americans do. It might also push him to go meet other people as he will find comfort in other (boys). So, actually, if you prefer, it might be good to go with the boy. =) You can argue for both. But a boy would be interesting to have around the house, and he would eventually get comfortable with all of you ^_^ So I say go for the boy!
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well i can't decide either, you have to think yourself why dont you host me some other time I'm from India and would like to study there well im kidding
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Make life easy for everyone. Girl.
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A girl will get along better with your family, while a boy will feel out-of-place. Since it's only a short summer stay, he's not going to have the chance to meet as many boys his own age like he would if it was during the school year. If he ever has a problem he won't feel as comfortable coming to anyone in your family about it because the people around his age are all female and the only guy he knows is the same age as his father. A boy will also want to do activities that you and your sisters probably would not enjoy as much. Since it's only a short stay, you can't think of this guy as a stand-in brother because three weeks really isn't long enough for him to adjust and start to feel like family. He's going to stay as a guest in your house, as it takes longer for close bonds to happen, especially between the opposite sexes.
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Saturday, June 7, 2014
What are some legitimate work at home opportunities I could do from France as a US citizen?
What are some legitimate work at home opportunities I could do from France as a US citizen?
I am an American student living in France. I go to school and have a art time job, but I need to make about 200-400euro more a month to stay afloat. Does anyone know of any home based jobs I could do from my computer, or even a collection of smaller jobs that would help me reach my goal? I am relatively good with computers and im open to (almost!) anything. Thanks so much for your help, it is very much appreciated.
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There are many legitimate ways to make money remotely as a US citizen, however it can be overwhelming figuring out which way is best. I found the best way to make this happen (after trying every way possible) is through advertising other peoples products online and getting a commission each time someone buys from your ad. I started doing this a little over 1 month ago, and so far I have made a significant amount of money- more than I was making daily at my 9am - 5pm job. Most people have no idea how to do this or where to even begin, however, with LEGITIMATE proper direction AND a little money invested in self educating yourself (NOTHING COMES FOR FREE PERIOD!!!!), the task becomes a reality. Unlike most people, I actually did spend the time and money self educating myself and I can tell you from personal experience this works without a doubt. Go to my website and see for yourself. www.moneybaggs.com Good luck!!
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, I used to really struggle making ends meet. Fortunately, I was able to find a couple work at home programs that actually worked. Now I make enough money to pay all my bills, and put extra in the bank each month. I blogged about it on my website. http://getpaidathome.notlong.com
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It just so happens that I am also interested in earning money online. But at first it can be a big struggle to find the right way to make money online that suits you. I was doing some research some time ago and I found something that really pays off. I thought it had relevant information to your case, and you can earn big amounts. Take a look at my web page and see for your self : http://www.fidobada.ws You can easily make 400$ and many more! All you have to do is to invite people. You are not selling anything or reading e-mails or clicking adds ... Or maybe that suites you better : http://www.peoplestring.com/register/?r=zalkarija You get money for junk mail, but here you cant get such a big amounts. Both companies really pay! I can proof! Fell free to ask me for any help! Good luck!
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I am an American student living in France. I go to school and have a art time job, but I need to make about 200-400euro more a month to stay afloat. Does anyone know of any home based jobs I could do from my computer, or even a collection of smaller jobs that would help me reach my goal? I am relatively good with computers and im open to (almost!) anything. Thanks so much for your help, it is very much appreciated.
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You can register at freelance websites like http://getafreelnacer.com/ , http://eufrelance.com/ , http://scriptlance.biz/ ,etc and start bidding for all data entry projects posted there .
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There are many legitimate ways to make money remotely as a US citizen, however it can be overwhelming figuring out which way is best. I found the best way to make this happen (after trying every way possible) is through advertising other peoples products online and getting a commission each time someone buys from your ad. I started doing this a little over 1 month ago, and so far I have made a significant amount of money- more than I was making daily at my 9am - 5pm job. Most people have no idea how to do this or where to even begin, however, with LEGITIMATE proper direction AND a little money invested in self educating yourself (NOTHING COMES FOR FREE PERIOD!!!!), the task becomes a reality. Unlike most people, I actually did spend the time and money self educating myself and I can tell you from personal experience this works without a doubt. Go to my website and see for yourself. www.moneybaggs.com Good luck!!
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I would recommend this program to anyone who is interested in becoming independent & needs to generate cash NOW, not 6 months from now.Legitimate income from home online PT/FT Training and support provided (info video) http://globalgiftingsystem1.com/
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, I used to really struggle making ends meet. Fortunately, I was able to find a couple work at home programs that actually worked. Now I make enough money to pay all my bills, and put extra in the bank each month. I blogged about it on my website. http://getpaidathome.notlong.com
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It just so happens that I am also interested in earning money online. But at first it can be a big struggle to find the right way to make money online that suits you. I was doing some research some time ago and I found something that really pays off. I thought it had relevant information to your case, and you can earn big amounts. Take a look at my web page and see for your self : http://www.fidobada.ws You can easily make 400$ and many more! All you have to do is to invite people. You are not selling anything or reading e-mails or clicking adds ... Or maybe that suites you better : http://www.peoplestring.com/register/?r=zalkarija You get money for junk mail, but here you cant get such a big amounts. Both companies really pay! I can proof! Fell free to ask me for any help! Good luck!
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Sunday, June 1, 2014
Have you ever been a Foreign Exchange student?
Have you ever been a Foreign Exchange student?
I really, really, really, REALLY, really, want to be a foreign exchange student in France for the summer. Any experiences?
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I was. It was mostly a good experience. It's tough to be in a different country and try to adjust to their culture, though. I came across as quite the douche more than once. You make social mistakes without even realizing you did it.
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No, but I've been friends with many. What I seem to notice most is that they have trouble assimilating well into an environment that is completely different than their own. They screw up without even noticing. Also, be careful in France. I'm sure the French are nice but I've heard from some Americans who foreign exchanged over there that they are a little prejudiced towards Americans. I wouldn't be surprised. America has a bad rep.
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I sit next to one n science class. hes german
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Ive never been one, but we had one come from France before and it was really sad b/c she couldn't speak English at all and every night when we went to bed she would cry. I felt really bad for her.
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Actually there's a girl in my homeroom from Canada. It's not really a foreign place, it's practically America's sister but she kind of has a hard time because it's still a different country and everything. She's funny and really smart in math but a lot of kids ignore her as if there's a big culture difference in f*cking between Canada and the States. Oh and my dad's friend had one and she lived there for a while. She was German and spoke four different languages...except English, which was odd. Basically she was their housekeeper and she didn't even have a problem with it.
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I'm going to Italy and staying with a host family this summer and going to school there for 3 weeks, but nobody is coming back to my house. If you have any questions, like about the program I'm using or reccomendations, feel free to email me : )
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I really, really, really, REALLY, really, want to be a foreign exchange student in France for the summer. Any experiences?
Adolescent - 6 Answers
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I was. It was mostly a good experience. It's tough to be in a different country and try to adjust to their culture, though. I came across as quite the douche more than once. You make social mistakes without even realizing you did it.
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No, but I've been friends with many. What I seem to notice most is that they have trouble assimilating well into an environment that is completely different than their own. They screw up without even noticing. Also, be careful in France. I'm sure the French are nice but I've heard from some Americans who foreign exchanged over there that they are a little prejudiced towards Americans. I wouldn't be surprised. America has a bad rep.
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I sit next to one n science class. hes german
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Ive never been one, but we had one come from France before and it was really sad b/c she couldn't speak English at all and every night when we went to bed she would cry. I felt really bad for her.
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Actually there's a girl in my homeroom from Canada. It's not really a foreign place, it's practically America's sister but she kind of has a hard time because it's still a different country and everything. She's funny and really smart in math but a lot of kids ignore her as if there's a big culture difference in f*cking between Canada and the States. Oh and my dad's friend had one and she lived there for a while. She was German and spoke four different languages...except English, which was odd. Basically she was their housekeeper and she didn't even have a problem with it.
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I'm going to Italy and staying with a host family this summer and going to school there for 3 weeks, but nobody is coming back to my house. If you have any questions, like about the program I'm using or reccomendations, feel free to email me : )
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Wednesday, May 28, 2014
should i be an exchange student to france or argentina?
should i be an exchange student to france or argentina?
im so undecided
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France... way better in terms of lifestyle and culturewise. argentina ? well, im not too fond of it..its kinda unknown world really. well, up to u. but if i were u, France
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france ;)
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France!!
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That is awesome, I wanna go on student exchange one day myself, would be so exciting! :) I would choose France, it's just such a beautiful and fascinating place!
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im so undecided
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France... way better in terms of lifestyle and culturewise. argentina ? well, im not too fond of it..its kinda unknown world really. well, up to u. but if i were u, France
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france ;)
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France!!
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That is awesome, I wanna go on student exchange one day myself, would be so exciting! :) I would choose France, it's just such a beautiful and fascinating place!
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Wednesday, May 14, 2014
What are possible small towns in France where Spanish is what they mostly speak?
What are possible small towns in France where Spanish is what they mostly speak?
I met a girl during spring break in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. She was an exchange student from France and was studying in Universidad de Guadalajara. I am trying to remember the town name that she said she was from. She told me that her town wasn't that big and that Spanish was a major language where she was from. I spoke to her in English when i met her and she told me that it was very hard for her to understand English. She spoke perfect Spanish.
Languages - 7 Answers
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U should go 2 the South of France - as they all have to learn spanish there - ike Toulouse n places. Hope that helps!
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.......monaco? i think...
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It's likely one of the small towns in the Pyrenees along France's border with Spain and Andorra. If you go to this interactive map http://france.umka.org/ and zoom in, you can follow the border (gray line on the map) and maybe you'll recognize the name.
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Okay in my experience there are very few places in France where the people actually speak something other than French (kind of like the US except more extreme because they have fewer immigrants - outside Paris of course). In Paris they will refuse to speak anything other than French, which is kind of a bummer because my French is quite poor. That's just my view of it from my limited travel experience (I did go through Spain and southern France).
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the border between both
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http://www.123voyage.com/realsw/fr/towns/index.htm
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There are none -
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I met a girl during spring break in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. She was an exchange student from France and was studying in Universidad de Guadalajara. I am trying to remember the town name that she said she was from. She told me that her town wasn't that big and that Spanish was a major language where she was from. I spoke to her in English when i met her and she told me that it was very hard for her to understand English. She spoke perfect Spanish.
Languages - 7 Answers
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U should go 2 the South of France - as they all have to learn spanish there - ike Toulouse n places. Hope that helps!
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.......monaco? i think...
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It's likely one of the small towns in the Pyrenees along France's border with Spain and Andorra. If you go to this interactive map http://france.umka.org/ and zoom in, you can follow the border (gray line on the map) and maybe you'll recognize the name.
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Okay in my experience there are very few places in France where the people actually speak something other than French (kind of like the US except more extreme because they have fewer immigrants - outside Paris of course). In Paris they will refuse to speak anything other than French, which is kind of a bummer because my French is quite poor. That's just my view of it from my limited travel experience (I did go through Spain and southern France).
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the border between both
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http://www.123voyage.com/realsw/fr/towns/index.htm
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There are none -
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Wednesday, May 7, 2014
Good agencies for exchange students to France?
Good agencies for exchange students to France?
I'm a high school student in French 5, and I really want to host a French student, and then also go to be hosted in France as well. I asked my french teacher for a good agency, but she claims she doesn't know any. Who are the best with hooking you up for an exchange program? Links would be awesome.
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AFS and EF are recognized worldwide and have decades of experience with exchange students. They also support programs all over the world including France. Here is also a list of reputable study abroad agencies: http://www.macquil.com/abroad.php
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Rotary Exchange Program. www.rotary.org
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I'm a high school student in French 5, and I really want to host a French student, and then also go to be hosted in France as well. I asked my french teacher for a good agency, but she claims she doesn't know any. Who are the best with hooking you up for an exchange program? Links would be awesome.
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AFS and EF are recognized worldwide and have decades of experience with exchange students. They also support programs all over the world including France. Here is also a list of reputable study abroad agencies: http://www.macquil.com/abroad.php
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Rotary Exchange Program. www.rotary.org
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Thursday, May 1, 2014
Should i go to france?? exchange student?
Should i go to france?? exchange student?
my mom and my family said yes to it, and are alreading saving for me to go for my sophomore year for a whole year but im having secong thoughts about it.. okay, i know in college they will love that i went to france.. and i would be fluent in 3 languages if i did so.. BUT 1. i came here 1 year ago, and took me quite a long time to adjust at how things work (math-wise and school-wise) since is different.. and i think (thinking about my SAT's) that i'm already in disadvantage because i know less english than native english speakers and ebcause they thaught me different things.. (ex. i hadn't been taught geography yet, i would learn that for my sophomore back where i come from.. etc) even though im REALLY smart and get staright A's.. if i go to france ill have to adjust again.. and twice for when i come back.. and since i will miss out on some things my SAT's score will probably end up being even lower! (I'm kinda aming for a perfect score) 2. In france the school system is different so i doubt is with credits and that im going to be able to double up on stuff to get to study college classes, and im probably going to miss a year and a half of it.. so it will be even harder to get to the tops of all the classes... SOOO what do YOU think i should do???? HELP!?
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did you come here from a european country? that would help with the adjustment. personally, i would be terrified of the change/the whole not knowing anyone, but it would be an AMAZING life experience. in the grand scheme of things, i really think that an experience like that will help you alot more in the long run/as a person. You will learn many things that other kids wont from taking this route vs the more traditional route, and i honestly believe that it will make you a more successful person in the future. You will also learn alot more about yourself. Im sure you can make up all your HS credits without a problem, and worse case senario take classes in the summer. I must sound really old but Im in HS and in kind of of the same position as you. I moved here from Italy a while back so i know what you mean about the adjustment here. Another thing you need to take into account is that european schools are ALOT harder. I remember when i came here from italy, i was multiple grades above all the kids my age, and they give ALOT more homework. Alot of people i know over there complan about not having a life due to the heavy course work.However this is also a positive for you collage wise, because US collages know how much harder european schools are so getting an education there is quite impressive, and they also allow for a much lower GPA to get into their collage(due to the difficulty). I dont want to scare you regarding difficulty. I went to a very high end, strict, catholic private school, in a very wealthy area so I wouldnt know about anywhere else, but i do know that europe generally has a higher standard when it come to education. hope that helps
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my mom and my family said yes to it, and are alreading saving for me to go for my sophomore year for a whole year but im having secong thoughts about it.. okay, i know in college they will love that i went to france.. and i would be fluent in 3 languages if i did so.. BUT 1. i came here 1 year ago, and took me quite a long time to adjust at how things work (math-wise and school-wise) since is different.. and i think (thinking about my SAT's) that i'm already in disadvantage because i know less english than native english speakers and ebcause they thaught me different things.. (ex. i hadn't been taught geography yet, i would learn that for my sophomore back where i come from.. etc) even though im REALLY smart and get staright A's.. if i go to france ill have to adjust again.. and twice for when i come back.. and since i will miss out on some things my SAT's score will probably end up being even lower! (I'm kinda aming for a perfect score) 2. In france the school system is different so i doubt is with credits and that im going to be able to double up on stuff to get to study college classes, and im probably going to miss a year and a half of it.. so it will be even harder to get to the tops of all the classes... SOOO what do YOU think i should do???? HELP!?
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did you come here from a european country? that would help with the adjustment. personally, i would be terrified of the change/the whole not knowing anyone, but it would be an AMAZING life experience. in the grand scheme of things, i really think that an experience like that will help you alot more in the long run/as a person. You will learn many things that other kids wont from taking this route vs the more traditional route, and i honestly believe that it will make you a more successful person in the future. You will also learn alot more about yourself. Im sure you can make up all your HS credits without a problem, and worse case senario take classes in the summer. I must sound really old but Im in HS and in kind of of the same position as you. I moved here from Italy a while back so i know what you mean about the adjustment here. Another thing you need to take into account is that european schools are ALOT harder. I remember when i came here from italy, i was multiple grades above all the kids my age, and they give ALOT more homework. Alot of people i know over there complan about not having a life due to the heavy course work.However this is also a positive for you collage wise, because US collages know how much harder european schools are so getting an education there is quite impressive, and they also allow for a much lower GPA to get into their collage(due to the difficulty). I dont want to scare you regarding difficulty. I went to a very high end, strict, catholic private school, in a very wealthy area so I wouldnt know about anywhere else, but i do know that europe generally has a higher standard when it come to education. hope that helps
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Monday, April 28, 2014
Edit motivation letter for student visa for France?
Edit motivation letter for student visa for France?
Dear Sir or Madam, I'm applying for a long term student visa for France. I am working for a German retail company. I enjoy the retail work but would like to acquire French language skills to work in the retail company's office. I would also like to explore working for a French retail company in my future. There are numerous French fashion companies I have an interest in. I would like to be involved in either marketing, merchandising or buying. My French language skills are at an early stage because I have been learning the language by myself. However, it is my heart's desire to learn French in France. Many sources suggest living in a foreign country is the best way to learn the language. Thank you for reviewing my application. Sincerely. Chris
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Madame, Monsieur, Je souhaite faire une demande de visa d'étudiant à long terme pour la France. Je travaille pour une entreprise allemande de vente au détail. J'aime travailler dans la vente au détail, mais j'aimerais acquérir plus de compétences concernant la langue française pour travailler dans un bureau d'une entreprise de vente au détail. J'aimerais aussi envisager de travailler pour une entreprise de vente au détail dans l'avenir. Il existe de nombreuses entreprises françaises de mode qui m'intéressent. J'aimerais travailler dans le marketing, le merchandising ou la vente (don't you mean "selling" instead of "buying"?) Mon niveau de français est faible car j'apprends cette langue de manière auto-didacte. Cependant je désire vivement apprendre le français en France. Beaucoup de sources suggèrent que vivre dans le pays est le meilleur moyen d'apprendre la langue. Je vous remercie de bien vouloir considérer ma demande. Veuillez, Madame, Monsieur, agréer l'expression de mes sentiments dévoués (= polite expression used in French and necessary to end such a letter)
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Dear Sir or Madam, I'm applying for a long term student visa for France. I am working for a German retail company. I enjoy the retail work but would like to acquire French language skills to work in the retail company's office. I would also like to explore working for a French retail company in my future. There are numerous French fashion companies I have an interest in. I would like to be involved in either marketing, merchandising or buying. My French language skills are at an early stage because I have been learning the language by myself. However, it is my heart's desire to learn French in France. Many sources suggest living in a foreign country is the best way to learn the language. Thank you for reviewing my application. Sincerely. Chris
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Madame, Monsieur, Je souhaite faire une demande de visa d'étudiant à long terme pour la France. Je travaille pour une entreprise allemande de vente au détail. J'aime travailler dans la vente au détail, mais j'aimerais acquérir plus de compétences concernant la langue française pour travailler dans un bureau d'une entreprise de vente au détail. J'aimerais aussi envisager de travailler pour une entreprise de vente au détail dans l'avenir. Il existe de nombreuses entreprises françaises de mode qui m'intéressent. J'aimerais travailler dans le marketing, le merchandising ou la vente (don't you mean "selling" instead of "buying"?) Mon niveau de français est faible car j'apprends cette langue de manière auto-didacte. Cependant je désire vivement apprendre le français en France. Beaucoup de sources suggèrent que vivre dans le pays est le meilleur moyen d'apprendre la langue. Je vous remercie de bien vouloir considérer ma demande. Veuillez, Madame, Monsieur, agréer l'expression de mes sentiments dévoués (= polite expression used in French and necessary to end such a letter)
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Monday, April 14, 2014
Do you think the motivation letter for student visa of France is good enough?
Do you think the motivation letter for student visa of France is good enough?
Dear Sir or Madam, I'm applying for a long term student visa for France. I am working for a German retail company. I enjoy the retail work but would like to acquire French language skills to work in the retail company's office. I would also like to explore working for a French retail company in my future. There are numerous French fashion companies I have an interest in. I would like to be involved in either marketing, merchandising or buying. My French language skills are at an early stage because I have been learning the language by myself. However, it is my heart's desire to learn French in France. Many sources suggest living in a foreign country is the best way to learn the language. Thank you for reviewing my application. Sincerely. Chris
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perfect... all the best check www.virtuesproject.com for excellence
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Dear Sir or Madam, I'm applying for a long term student visa for France. I am working for a German retail company. I enjoy the retail work but would like to acquire French language skills to work in the retail company's office. I would also like to explore working for a French retail company in my future. There are numerous French fashion companies I have an interest in. I would like to be involved in either marketing, merchandising or buying. My French language skills are at an early stage because I have been learning the language by myself. However, it is my heart's desire to learn French in France. Many sources suggest living in a foreign country is the best way to learn the language. Thank you for reviewing my application. Sincerely. Chris
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perfect... all the best check www.virtuesproject.com for excellence
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Monday, April 7, 2014
i am a senior student in high school in california i want to graduate high school in france is that possible?
i am a senior student in high school in california i want to graduate high school in france is that possible?
i want to graduate in france so i just want to know if its possible for me living here in california transfer to a school in france and graduate their.
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its probably possible , try to find a organization to help like goabroad.com or something similar . High school in France is a little different from the US and you might found it a little harder ,specialy if you wanna get good grade. I would advice to email the ambassy of France to see if you can get infos about it.
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To graduate from a high school in France means that you will need to pass the baccaleureat. If you move to France you will probably need to do the last two years (unless you can work something out) since the bac is a test that is taken over the last two years of high school similar to AP tests they're pretty intense compared to American high schools. You will also need to choose a path to get your bac in (litterature, economics, math, etc.) Good luck I think it would be a great experience.
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There are also a bunch of American and International schools located all over France, although most are concentrated in big, international cities such as Paris, Nice, Lyon, etc. If you're a senior I would not recommend taking the French Baccalaureate, which takes at least two years to prepare. International schools cater for expats, and usually have the equivalent of the country of origin's examination system or syllabus - for example, a normal US high school degree or the possibility to take the Advanced Placement (AP) test. The downside: international schools are very expensive as they are not government-sponsord. To find out more, check out the site of the European Council of International Schools.
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i want to graduate in france so i just want to know if its possible for me living here in california transfer to a school in france and graduate their.
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its probably possible , try to find a organization to help like goabroad.com or something similar . High school in France is a little different from the US and you might found it a little harder ,specialy if you wanna get good grade. I would advice to email the ambassy of France to see if you can get infos about it.
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To graduate from a high school in France means that you will need to pass the baccaleureat. If you move to France you will probably need to do the last two years (unless you can work something out) since the bac is a test that is taken over the last two years of high school similar to AP tests they're pretty intense compared to American high schools. You will also need to choose a path to get your bac in (litterature, economics, math, etc.) Good luck I think it would be a great experience.
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There are also a bunch of American and International schools located all over France, although most are concentrated in big, international cities such as Paris, Nice, Lyon, etc. If you're a senior I would not recommend taking the French Baccalaureate, which takes at least two years to prepare. International schools cater for expats, and usually have the equivalent of the country of origin's examination system or syllabus - for example, a normal US high school degree or the possibility to take the Advanced Placement (AP) test. The downside: international schools are very expensive as they are not government-sponsord. To find out more, check out the site of the European Council of International Schools.
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Tuesday, April 1, 2014
Could anyone edit this motivation letter for student visa in France?
Could anyone edit this motivation letter for student visa in France?
I'm applying for a long term (over six months) student VISA in France and need to write a motivation letter for the French Embassy in my country. I don't know what else to write so will be very glad if you could give me some hints. Thank you very much! "I'm applying for a long term student visa of France. I am working for a German retail company. I enjoy the retail work but would like to gain the French language skill for working in the retail company's office. I also would like to work for a French retail company in my future. There are so many French fashion companies that I am interested to work for. I would like to do marketing, merchandising or buying. I am a complete beginner at French language but I know that it is the best thing to learn the language in the country. I am learning French by myself until the day I leave to France but also I am assuming that nothing is better than learning French in France. I would like you to give me the visa. Thank you. Chris"
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Eh I prettified it a bit, probably still mistakes in it though. One thing I would say is not to start every sentence with 'I' and also not to end a letter with 'GIVE ME THE VISA', it's considered rude. To Whom It May Concern My name is Chris and I am applying for a long term student visa of France. As of now, I am working for a German retail company. I enjoy the retail work but I would also like to gain the French language skill as to further myself in the retail business. My dream is to work for a French retail company in the near future. There are so many French fashion companies that I am interested to work for. Especially marketing, merchandising and buying interest me. My current level skill for French is that of a novice. I have been told that the best way to learn French is immersion, to completely surround myself with French speaking people as to further my skill. I am currently leaning French on my own, until the day I leave for France. However, I would prefer to study French in France as there is no better school than that. Thank you for reviewing my request Chris
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You should probably apply to a school, as they will not accept you without some sort of sponsorship. Wenn Sie richtig sehr gut Deutsch kennen, würde ich auch irgendwo dazu schreiben. ================================================= Dear Sir or Madam, My name is Chris X and I am applying for a long term student visa for France in order to complete my studies in X. (You can tailor it here, such as French language, or French lit classes, etc. I would probably say liek my French studies at ABC Ecole/School.) As of now, I am working for a XXX, a German retail company. I enjoy retail work and heave learnt a great deal from it, such as X skill, Y skill, and Z skill, but I would also like to further my knowledge of the retail industry by gaining further ground as to acquire and refine my French language abilities. My dream is to work for a French retail company in the near future. There are so many French fashion companies that I am interested to work for. Especially marketing, merchandising and buying interest me. My current level skill for French is that of a novice, having studied for X time with various materials and lessons. (Are you a cmplete novice? Have you studied a bit? If so, I would mentioned it and where.) I have been told that the best way to learn a language is total immersion, completely surrounding myself with French speaking people as to further my skill. One of th reasons that I would prefer to study at ABC school is because of the excellent quality of instructors as well as the performance of its graduates. I feel that with ym dedication to learn the language of Rousseau, de Gaulle, and Voltaire, I assure you that I am open to broadening my horizons both linguistically and culturally. Following completion of my language studies, I wish to pursue either an internship in France or a Francophone country, or return to my retail career. Thank you for reviewing my application. Sincerely, Chris
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I'm applying for a long term (over six months) student VISA in France and need to write a motivation letter for the French Embassy in my country. I don't know what else to write so will be very glad if you could give me some hints. Thank you very much! "I'm applying for a long term student visa of France. I am working for a German retail company. I enjoy the retail work but would like to gain the French language skill for working in the retail company's office. I also would like to work for a French retail company in my future. There are so many French fashion companies that I am interested to work for. I would like to do marketing, merchandising or buying. I am a complete beginner at French language but I know that it is the best thing to learn the language in the country. I am learning French by myself until the day I leave to France but also I am assuming that nothing is better than learning French in France. I would like you to give me the visa. Thank you. Chris"
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Eh I prettified it a bit, probably still mistakes in it though. One thing I would say is not to start every sentence with 'I' and also not to end a letter with 'GIVE ME THE VISA', it's considered rude. To Whom It May Concern My name is Chris and I am applying for a long term student visa of France. As of now, I am working for a German retail company. I enjoy the retail work but I would also like to gain the French language skill as to further myself in the retail business. My dream is to work for a French retail company in the near future. There are so many French fashion companies that I am interested to work for. Especially marketing, merchandising and buying interest me. My current level skill for French is that of a novice. I have been told that the best way to learn French is immersion, to completely surround myself with French speaking people as to further my skill. I am currently leaning French on my own, until the day I leave for France. However, I would prefer to study French in France as there is no better school than that. Thank you for reviewing my request Chris
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You should probably apply to a school, as they will not accept you without some sort of sponsorship. Wenn Sie richtig sehr gut Deutsch kennen, würde ich auch irgendwo dazu schreiben. ================================================= Dear Sir or Madam, My name is Chris X and I am applying for a long term student visa for France in order to complete my studies in X. (You can tailor it here, such as French language, or French lit classes, etc. I would probably say liek my French studies at ABC Ecole/School.) As of now, I am working for a XXX, a German retail company. I enjoy retail work and heave learnt a great deal from it, such as X skill, Y skill, and Z skill, but I would also like to further my knowledge of the retail industry by gaining further ground as to acquire and refine my French language abilities. My dream is to work for a French retail company in the near future. There are so many French fashion companies that I am interested to work for. Especially marketing, merchandising and buying interest me. My current level skill for French is that of a novice, having studied for X time with various materials and lessons. (Are you a cmplete novice? Have you studied a bit? If so, I would mentioned it and where.) I have been told that the best way to learn a language is total immersion, completely surrounding myself with French speaking people as to further my skill. One of th reasons that I would prefer to study at ABC school is because of the excellent quality of instructors as well as the performance of its graduates. I feel that with ym dedication to learn the language of Rousseau, de Gaulle, and Voltaire, I assure you that I am open to broadening my horizons both linguistically and culturally. Following completion of my language studies, I wish to pursue either an internship in France or a Francophone country, or return to my retail career. Thank you for reviewing my application. Sincerely, Chris
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Friday, March 28, 2014
What documents are required for a student visa to France at the consulate in Washington D.C.?
What documents are required for a student visa to France at the consulate in Washington D.C.?
I will be traveling to France on an extended student visa. Since the French government now requires this process through their Campus France website, I already registered with them and have been approved to get a visa. I have made an appointment at the consulate general in Washington D.C. and I am wondering if anyone knows what paperwork they ask of you when you go in person. For example, I know that documented approval from Campus France as well as a passport are mandatory. I also know that they will ask for other things such as proof of enrollment in a university and proof of health insurance... what else will they ask of me? Please answer only if you have recently received a Student Visa to France. Thank you in advance!
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Read this http://bella-ingenue.livejournal.com/93310.html she applied last June then review this What documentation do I need to get a visa? A Passport The passport must be valid for the entire period of validity of the visa. Proof of enrollment The following documents will be accepted as proof: An offer of preliminary admission A statement of pre-registration in a public or private institution of higher education. The document must specify the level of study and the student's subject. If the institution is private, the statement must indicate the number of course hours and state that registration fees have been been paid in full. Proof of financial resources Each French embassy sets the level of financial resources to be demonstrated by prospective students from that country. The amount is on the order of 3,000 francs for each month to be spent in France. Students receiving scholarship grants must produce a statement indicating the amount and duration of their grant on the letterhead of the granting organization. If the required resources are guaranteed by an individual residing in France the student must produce a signed statement of financial responsibility, a photocopy of the national identity card of the guarantor, and proof of the guarantor's own financial resources (such as the guarantor's three most recent pay stubs and most recent tax return). If the resources come from abroad, the student must demonstrate that a bank account has been opened into which the necessary funds will be deposited and produce a promise of payment, translated into French and bearing the authenticated signature of the individual responsible for making the payments, or a statement of payment of funds from the authorities of the student's country of origin. Proof of insurance coverage Proof of insurance must be provided by students over 28 who are nationals of a country that does not have a reciprocity agreement with France or who are enrolled in an institution that is not recognized by the French government to participate in the student health insurance plan. Parental authorization Minors (individuals under 18 years of age) must furnish proof of consent by the person or persons having parental authority. Required vaccinations In some cases, the consulate may require proof of vaccination (e.g., against yellow fever, cholera…) before a visa will be issued.
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I will be traveling to France on an extended student visa. Since the French government now requires this process through their Campus France website, I already registered with them and have been approved to get a visa. I have made an appointment at the consulate general in Washington D.C. and I am wondering if anyone knows what paperwork they ask of you when you go in person. For example, I know that documented approval from Campus France as well as a passport are mandatory. I also know that they will ask for other things such as proof of enrollment in a university and proof of health insurance... what else will they ask of me? Please answer only if you have recently received a Student Visa to France. Thank you in advance!
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Read this http://bella-ingenue.livejournal.com/93310.html she applied last June then review this What documentation do I need to get a visa? A Passport The passport must be valid for the entire period of validity of the visa. Proof of enrollment The following documents will be accepted as proof: An offer of preliminary admission A statement of pre-registration in a public or private institution of higher education. The document must specify the level of study and the student's subject. If the institution is private, the statement must indicate the number of course hours and state that registration fees have been been paid in full. Proof of financial resources Each French embassy sets the level of financial resources to be demonstrated by prospective students from that country. The amount is on the order of 3,000 francs for each month to be spent in France. Students receiving scholarship grants must produce a statement indicating the amount and duration of their grant on the letterhead of the granting organization. If the required resources are guaranteed by an individual residing in France the student must produce a signed statement of financial responsibility, a photocopy of the national identity card of the guarantor, and proof of the guarantor's own financial resources (such as the guarantor's three most recent pay stubs and most recent tax return). If the resources come from abroad, the student must demonstrate that a bank account has been opened into which the necessary funds will be deposited and produce a promise of payment, translated into French and bearing the authenticated signature of the individual responsible for making the payments, or a statement of payment of funds from the authorities of the student's country of origin. Proof of insurance coverage Proof of insurance must be provided by students over 28 who are nationals of a country that does not have a reciprocity agreement with France or who are enrolled in an institution that is not recognized by the French government to participate in the student health insurance plan. Parental authorization Minors (individuals under 18 years of age) must furnish proof of consent by the person or persons having parental authority. Required vaccinations In some cases, the consulate may require proof of vaccination (e.g., against yellow fever, cholera…) before a visa will be issued.
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Friday, March 14, 2014
choosing between France or USA available jobs for International students?
choosing between France or USA available jobs for International students?
I have been to USA for one year in California .there were not much job openings off campus. France sounds pretty attractive because I can work anywhere not constraint to the campus. so please if anybody has any tips of jobs available for students in France or in EUROPE compared TO USA.
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As a student you may work anywhere within reasonable travelling distance from where you are studying in Europe , but you are limited as to the amount of hours that you are allowed to work during term time. However you have to be accepted well ahead of the next academic year by an educational establishment that will support your visa application, and you have to satisfy the demands of the course otherwise you are thrown out without qualification and either the opportunity to repeat the year or to renew your visa. The visa is usually tailored to the academic year which means you have to leave at the end of term and have no opportunity to earn more money by working longer hours in the summer. Things in Europe are very difficult at the moment. Severe cut backs have had to be put in place to try to balance the national budgets after the great banking gamble, and the recession has bitten deep. There are almost daily demonstrations. In France things have been particularly hard on the job front and it is extremely difficult to find work. Many people have been made redundant, even in lowly positions, and others are hanging on to menial jobs which they dislike but have no choice but to keep as otherwise they would be unemployed and unable to support themselves. A bird in the hand.... Just as in the USA you may have to travel a long way from your digs if you manage to find a job, which is by no means certain, particularly if you do not speak the language. Given a choice between a citizen of their country or one from overseas who does not speak the local language fluently, prospective European employers will give priority to a national of their country or a to a student from within the EU who does. The cost of living in France at the moment is eye watering. Even basic foods which were affordable have rocketed in price and accommodation is not easy to find, especially if you are going to a university town where hundreds of students are chasing digs at a moderate price. The US campus system has its merits since at least you have accommodation. Temperatures in Europe are generally well below those of California and, depending on where you go, are downright freezing in the winter, and heating is costly. Tuition in France is more rigid than in the USA and the majority of subjects are taught in French, unless you attend the American University in Paris which is very expensive. Main cities are more expensive to live in and Paris in particular.The accommodation to be found there at an affordable price is mostly in downright shabby areas and you have to travel, whichever way you look at it, either to your place of study or to your place of work if you have found a part-time position.
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I have been to USA for one year in California .there were not much job openings off campus. France sounds pretty attractive because I can work anywhere not constraint to the campus. so please if anybody has any tips of jobs available for students in France or in EUROPE compared TO USA.
Other - France - 1 Answers
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As a student you may work anywhere within reasonable travelling distance from where you are studying in Europe , but you are limited as to the amount of hours that you are allowed to work during term time. However you have to be accepted well ahead of the next academic year by an educational establishment that will support your visa application, and you have to satisfy the demands of the course otherwise you are thrown out without qualification and either the opportunity to repeat the year or to renew your visa. The visa is usually tailored to the academic year which means you have to leave at the end of term and have no opportunity to earn more money by working longer hours in the summer. Things in Europe are very difficult at the moment. Severe cut backs have had to be put in place to try to balance the national budgets after the great banking gamble, and the recession has bitten deep. There are almost daily demonstrations. In France things have been particularly hard on the job front and it is extremely difficult to find work. Many people have been made redundant, even in lowly positions, and others are hanging on to menial jobs which they dislike but have no choice but to keep as otherwise they would be unemployed and unable to support themselves. A bird in the hand.... Just as in the USA you may have to travel a long way from your digs if you manage to find a job, which is by no means certain, particularly if you do not speak the language. Given a choice between a citizen of their country or one from overseas who does not speak the local language fluently, prospective European employers will give priority to a national of their country or a to a student from within the EU who does. The cost of living in France at the moment is eye watering. Even basic foods which were affordable have rocketed in price and accommodation is not easy to find, especially if you are going to a university town where hundreds of students are chasing digs at a moderate price. The US campus system has its merits since at least you have accommodation. Temperatures in Europe are generally well below those of California and, depending on where you go, are downright freezing in the winter, and heating is costly. Tuition in France is more rigid than in the USA and the majority of subjects are taught in French, unless you attend the American University in Paris which is very expensive. Main cities are more expensive to live in and Paris in particular.The accommodation to be found there at an affordable price is mostly in downright shabby areas and you have to travel, whichever way you look at it, either to your place of study or to your place of work if you have found a part-time position.
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Friday, March 7, 2014
How to reset Schengen Long Stay Visa (Student Mobility) in France?
How to reset Schengen Long Stay Visa (Student Mobility) in France?
I am a Canadian citizen and will be participating on a student exchange program in France from Sept 2011 to April 2012. Under the Youth Mobility Program, I will be applying for the student visa (2B). I wish to travel in the Schengen Area for a couple days after my studies, but given that my Temporary Long Stay Visa (2B) and Carte de Séjour will be only valid until the end of April 2012 (i.e. I will need to leave France after the visa expires), what can I do to reset the visa? I was thinking of visiting UK for a bit and then re-entering the Schengen region. Is this possible? My interpretation is I will leave France in the form of a Student Visa and re-enter the Schengen Area with the Tourist Visa for 90 days in a 180 period. Is there a minimum waiting period for foreigners in order to obtain a different visa (Student and Tourist)? Thanks :)
Embassies & Consulates - 1 Answers
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The staying period of 90 days in 6 months only applies to short term visits on either a type C visa or as citizen of a visa exempt country. There is no waiting time after having used a long-stay national visa (type D) or a temporary residence permit. Holders of type D visa or residence permits can immediately apply for a short term Schengen visa from their home country without a waiting period after their visa/pernmit has expired. Holders of visa exempt passports can immediately re-enter the Schengen zone for up to 90 days after they have left to a country outside of the Schengen agreement..
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I am a Canadian citizen and will be participating on a student exchange program in France from Sept 2011 to April 2012. Under the Youth Mobility Program, I will be applying for the student visa (2B). I wish to travel in the Schengen Area for a couple days after my studies, but given that my Temporary Long Stay Visa (2B) and Carte de Séjour will be only valid until the end of April 2012 (i.e. I will need to leave France after the visa expires), what can I do to reset the visa? I was thinking of visiting UK for a bit and then re-entering the Schengen region. Is this possible? My interpretation is I will leave France in the form of a Student Visa and re-enter the Schengen Area with the Tourist Visa for 90 days in a 180 period. Is there a minimum waiting period for foreigners in order to obtain a different visa (Student and Tourist)? Thanks :)
Embassies & Consulates - 1 Answers
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The staying period of 90 days in 6 months only applies to short term visits on either a type C visa or as citizen of a visa exempt country. There is no waiting time after having used a long-stay national visa (type D) or a temporary residence permit. Holders of type D visa or residence permits can immediately apply for a short term Schengen visa from their home country without a waiting period after their visa/pernmit has expired. Holders of visa exempt passports can immediately re-enter the Schengen zone for up to 90 days after they have left to a country outside of the Schengen agreement..
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Saturday, March 1, 2014
Requesting for German Student Visa and France Schengen at the same time?
Requesting for German Student Visa and France Schengen at the same time?
I have a graduate admission from a German University (starts in October 1st) and at the same time I'm going to participate in a summer school in France (Sep 1st to Sep. 20). I'm applying for France visa (Schengen) 15 days before applying for German student visa, and at the time of my interview at German embassy, the status of my Schengen visa for France, would NOT be known. Do you know if I'd face any problems ? I've heard that it's not possible to apply for two consecutive Schengen visas (Is German student Visa, Schengen?). Thanks a lot!
Other - Europe - 1 Answers
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A German student Visa is not the same as a Schengen visa. You probably need the Schengen Visa for France and the studend visa for Germany as the German student visa is not valid for France. The German student visa is valid for the length of the study period and a Schengen visa is just valid for 90 days. You should tell both embassies about the other applications but I don't see why that should cause problems, I think the Schengen visa will be just valid until 1st October when your studies start!
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I have a graduate admission from a German University (starts in October 1st) and at the same time I'm going to participate in a summer school in France (Sep 1st to Sep. 20). I'm applying for France visa (Schengen) 15 days before applying for German student visa, and at the time of my interview at German embassy, the status of my Schengen visa for France, would NOT be known. Do you know if I'd face any problems ? I've heard that it's not possible to apply for two consecutive Schengen visas (Is German student Visa, Schengen?). Thanks a lot!
Other - Europe - 1 Answers
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A German student Visa is not the same as a Schengen visa. You probably need the Schengen Visa for France and the studend visa for Germany as the German student visa is not valid for France. The German student visa is valid for the length of the study period and a Schengen visa is just valid for 90 days. You should tell both embassies about the other applications but I don't see why that should cause problems, I think the Schengen visa will be just valid until 1st October when your studies start!
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Friday, February 28, 2014
U.S. Citizen Student Visa for Study Abroad in France and UK?
U.S. Citizen Student Visa for Study Abroad in France and UK?
I am a U.S. Citizen who will be studying abroad in France through the EAP program at UCLA. I will be studying abroad in Paris for Spring 2010 semester at Institut d’Etudes Politiques (Sciences Po). Then for summer 2010 quarter (2 months) I will study at Cambridge University in London. After that, I will return to France for Study Abroad at the UC Center Paris for Fall 2010 semester. Is it possible for me to spend the whole year in France and UK without having to return to the U.S. for a student visa? The French Consulate in Los Angeles says that I have to appear in person to apply for the student visa in France, but I will be attending two different universities with a 2 month break in between. I need the acceptance letters from the French universities, which I will not get for the Fall Semester 2010 one until I am already in France. Can I apply for student visa in the UK with American citizenship? Is there a plan I can make that won't require me to have to come back to the U.S.? I would hate to have to fly back to California and then leave back to Europe immediately...
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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Unfortunately, you have a problem. You are not allowed to switch from a tourist visa status (which is what you have going on your regular passport) to a student visa anywhere within the EU, so that rules out getting one in the UK. You will definitely need to apply for your French visa before you leave for France. Will the university not give you any kind of proof of enrollment, admission or evidence that you have a place there? What about your own university? Someone has to, otherwise it not only doesn't make sense but you have quite a problem on your hands. If all else fails, and you absolutely can't get one, I guess your only other option is to leave the EU/EEA and apply for one from there, but this doesn't mean you have to go all the way back to the US, it could be somewhere else in Europe, generally all embassies and consulates address you according to the appropriate rules for your nationality regardless of the country you're applying in. This might be time consuming, but it beats a transatlantic flight. Good luck.
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I am a U.S. Citizen who will be studying abroad in France through the EAP program at UCLA. I will be studying abroad in Paris for Spring 2010 semester at Institut d’Etudes Politiques (Sciences Po). Then for summer 2010 quarter (2 months) I will study at Cambridge University in London. After that, I will return to France for Study Abroad at the UC Center Paris for Fall 2010 semester. Is it possible for me to spend the whole year in France and UK without having to return to the U.S. for a student visa? The French Consulate in Los Angeles says that I have to appear in person to apply for the student visa in France, but I will be attending two different universities with a 2 month break in between. I need the acceptance letters from the French universities, which I will not get for the Fall Semester 2010 one until I am already in France. Can I apply for student visa in the UK with American citizenship? Is there a plan I can make that won't require me to have to come back to the U.S.? I would hate to have to fly back to California and then leave back to Europe immediately...
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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Unfortunately, you have a problem. You are not allowed to switch from a tourist visa status (which is what you have going on your regular passport) to a student visa anywhere within the EU, so that rules out getting one in the UK. You will definitely need to apply for your French visa before you leave for France. Will the university not give you any kind of proof of enrollment, admission or evidence that you have a place there? What about your own university? Someone has to, otherwise it not only doesn't make sense but you have quite a problem on your hands. If all else fails, and you absolutely can't get one, I guess your only other option is to leave the EU/EEA and apply for one from there, but this doesn't mean you have to go all the way back to the US, it could be somewhere else in Europe, generally all embassies and consulates address you according to the appropriate rules for your nationality regardless of the country you're applying in. This might be time consuming, but it beats a transatlantic flight. Good luck.
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Friday, February 14, 2014
student exchange in france?
student exchange in france?
im going on a student exchange to france, and im just wondering if theres anything i need to be especially worried or, rather, prepared about? ive only done a bit of french at school. i generally do pretty well in written and listening tests but really really suck at speaking - my brain just stop working when im trying to do a speaking task. and also im really worried that i'd be a burden to my host family, esp the kid. ive seen friends at school who hosted exchange students and maybe its just them, but it seems like its really scary to be an exchange student. i mean, the host sister/brother probably already have heaps of friends at school, wouldnt you be annoying and wont be able to fit in quite well cos ur language skills sucks big time? what would i do w/ spending money? i probably wont have access to large amount of cold hard cash and i really feel bad about spending other peoples money.
Other - Europe - 2 Answers
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Speaking is always the hardest part of learning a language. Do your best to practice before you leave. Narrate what you are doing to yourself. Yeah, when you are in a test/performance situation, you are likely to freeze, but think how much easier that will be once you come back! (how long are you going for? That should answer a lot of your other questions). You'll find you fit in better than you fear. Your program director should give you lots of preparation for this...things like some language tools, and how to behave to fit in and all that. Frankly, in my school, we always thought the exchange students were people that we wanted to welcome and suck into our activities...we tried to get them into the things that we were into. They never seemed to struggle for friendship. And people generally understand when you struggle with the language, and they try to help you along, too. Spending money? I believe that comes from your parents, not from the family. And they may set up an account and put an allowance in it, out of the money that you pay the program. That probably varies according to the program. Check on that.
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three main things to be wary of: 1. Strangers/ Security If a man or woman approaches you or just "coincidentally" happens to be going where you are going, gently decline his/her offer, however cute/ tres chic he or she may be. Much human trafficking cases have been known to occur in france. The usual rules of travelling apply wherever you go. Watch your pockets, bags etc. Don't get conned easily. Be Aware! (; 2. Courtesy Always be on your best behaviour, but that doesn't mean that you can forgo your personality and the want to have fun. Do know your limits and smile (: 3. Money Why not prepare some foreign currencies ahead of time. If you really want to buy something but have no money/ not enough, and are really sure that you want it, why not borrow some money from your host and repay him/ her later when you have access to extra cash. Last but not least, HAVE TONS OF FUN!!! It's always a suprise to experience a new culture
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im going on a student exchange to france, and im just wondering if theres anything i need to be especially worried or, rather, prepared about? ive only done a bit of french at school. i generally do pretty well in written and listening tests but really really suck at speaking - my brain just stop working when im trying to do a speaking task. and also im really worried that i'd be a burden to my host family, esp the kid. ive seen friends at school who hosted exchange students and maybe its just them, but it seems like its really scary to be an exchange student. i mean, the host sister/brother probably already have heaps of friends at school, wouldnt you be annoying and wont be able to fit in quite well cos ur language skills sucks big time? what would i do w/ spending money? i probably wont have access to large amount of cold hard cash and i really feel bad about spending other peoples money.
Other - Europe - 2 Answers
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Speaking is always the hardest part of learning a language. Do your best to practice before you leave. Narrate what you are doing to yourself. Yeah, when you are in a test/performance situation, you are likely to freeze, but think how much easier that will be once you come back! (how long are you going for? That should answer a lot of your other questions). You'll find you fit in better than you fear. Your program director should give you lots of preparation for this...things like some language tools, and how to behave to fit in and all that. Frankly, in my school, we always thought the exchange students were people that we wanted to welcome and suck into our activities...we tried to get them into the things that we were into. They never seemed to struggle for friendship. And people generally understand when you struggle with the language, and they try to help you along, too. Spending money? I believe that comes from your parents, not from the family. And they may set up an account and put an allowance in it, out of the money that you pay the program. That probably varies according to the program. Check on that.
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three main things to be wary of: 1. Strangers/ Security If a man or woman approaches you or just "coincidentally" happens to be going where you are going, gently decline his/her offer, however cute/ tres chic he or she may be. Much human trafficking cases have been known to occur in france. The usual rules of travelling apply wherever you go. Watch your pockets, bags etc. Don't get conned easily. Be Aware! (; 2. Courtesy Always be on your best behaviour, but that doesn't mean that you can forgo your personality and the want to have fun. Do know your limits and smile (: 3. Money Why not prepare some foreign currencies ahead of time. If you really want to buy something but have no money/ not enough, and are really sure that you want it, why not borrow some money from your host and repay him/ her later when you have access to extra cash. Last but not least, HAVE TONS OF FUN!!! It's always a suprise to experience a new culture
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Friday, February 7, 2014
I'm afraid to be a foreign exchange student in France?
I'm afraid to be a foreign exchange student in France?
I might be going to France for a semester next year, and I'm afraid of a bunch of things. I want to go to college for French. *First, I don't want to do academically bad, although I will most likely be majoring in French in college. My junior year is a really important year with all the testing and such. *I worry about away from my family for too long. Will we ever connect like we used to, or will the time apart make it awkward to be together again? *What if I don't make friends? Will I lose touch with my old friends? *Most importantly, I'm afraid of everything I will be missing back in America, all the fun and memorable experiences I won't be here for. I don't really know if I should be scared of any of these things. Are there any previous exchange students who can help me out?
Other - France - 5 Answers
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Welcome to the big wide world. I lived and worked in France for two years and really enjoyed it. I liked the French culture and found they respect you for learning their language. Just like any city in the world be very aware! If you go out stick to Irish bars or local French bars. Larger is expensive like 10 Euro a pint because binge drinking is no ta part of their culture. If you ever visit Paris you can get a mobilis card which gives you transport on the metro, buses and land line CNCF train all day, so if you like you can take in Euro Disney, Paris and Vall De Europe (Biggest Shopping mall in Europe next stop to Disney) all in one day. If you eat out in France and order beef burgers or steak ask for it bien que or you'll get it half cooked.
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Because I'm french and English , i know you have nothing to worry about.At times when my french is kind of lop sided, my cousin or my family in France or at home encourage me to do better at it(sometimes me and my cousins joke about her learning English and me french LOL).Just like any family, your family would be proud of you attending a french school.i know it's for one whole year, but remember who you are doing this for and how it will help in the nearer or further future.Maybe when you come back it may become quite awkward and you may change to them and them to you but then the awkwardness will pass away, trust me.I've been to visit some of my family in Congo and when i come back i miss my family and love them very much but notice if they've become fatter or skinnier or just the same or if I've changed.i think you might make friends and if you do, when you come home you can start typing to or writing to that person.some memorable experiences may come in America but also in France as well and you won't be able to miss that.your friends and family can tell you of what happened anyway. when you get out of your comfort level you can feel scared and uncomfortable but it is sometimes rewarding. while you're in America, revise french for when you go so that you're not completely behind.
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I'm going to be a foreign exchange student in France next year as well! I, too, will be a junior! (May I ask what program you are using?) I have many of the same worries as you do. Especially the will I make friends, and how will I do academically. I'm also worried because I don't speak French very well. But I sat down and I decided it's worth it. I know I'll be missing a lot, but it will be the time of my life. I might not get to go to Homecoming but who cares?! I'LL BE IN FRANCE! I think you need to go with this thought process. Also, it's only for a semester. I know that seems like a long time, but you'll come back before you know it, and you'll have the story of a life time.
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I'm studying abroad next fall for an entire year so don't feel alone. We're just going to have to get out of our comfort zones and go up to people and introduce ourselves (hi, I'm ________, can I sit next to you?) in class or during lunch or something. If you send post cards and such, I'm sure keeping in contact with your friends and family will be much easier with Skype and Facebook and whatnot. You just need to make the effort. The grading system is obviously different and the grades will even out after everything is said and done. All the grades are /20 (like 8/20. That's actually about equivalent to a B). As long as you work at it, you'll do okay as far as grades go. I've talked to a lot of previous foreign exchange students who have studied in Angers, Lyon, and Poitiers. You just need to realize that this will forever change your life for the better. You will be so much more educated and have a bigger perspective on life that all the enormous benefits will far outweigh the minor negatives.
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Go on this website with all of your questions/worries http://www.cultures-shocked.org it was helpful for me. :)
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I might be going to France for a semester next year, and I'm afraid of a bunch of things. I want to go to college for French. *First, I don't want to do academically bad, although I will most likely be majoring in French in college. My junior year is a really important year with all the testing and such. *I worry about away from my family for too long. Will we ever connect like we used to, or will the time apart make it awkward to be together again? *What if I don't make friends? Will I lose touch with my old friends? *Most importantly, I'm afraid of everything I will be missing back in America, all the fun and memorable experiences I won't be here for. I don't really know if I should be scared of any of these things. Are there any previous exchange students who can help me out?
Other - France - 5 Answers
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Welcome to the big wide world. I lived and worked in France for two years and really enjoyed it. I liked the French culture and found they respect you for learning their language. Just like any city in the world be very aware! If you go out stick to Irish bars or local French bars. Larger is expensive like 10 Euro a pint because binge drinking is no ta part of their culture. If you ever visit Paris you can get a mobilis card which gives you transport on the metro, buses and land line CNCF train all day, so if you like you can take in Euro Disney, Paris and Vall De Europe (Biggest Shopping mall in Europe next stop to Disney) all in one day. If you eat out in France and order beef burgers or steak ask for it bien que or you'll get it half cooked.
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Because I'm french and English , i know you have nothing to worry about.At times when my french is kind of lop sided, my cousin or my family in France or at home encourage me to do better at it(sometimes me and my cousins joke about her learning English and me french LOL).Just like any family, your family would be proud of you attending a french school.i know it's for one whole year, but remember who you are doing this for and how it will help in the nearer or further future.Maybe when you come back it may become quite awkward and you may change to them and them to you but then the awkwardness will pass away, trust me.I've been to visit some of my family in Congo and when i come back i miss my family and love them very much but notice if they've become fatter or skinnier or just the same or if I've changed.i think you might make friends and if you do, when you come home you can start typing to or writing to that person.some memorable experiences may come in America but also in France as well and you won't be able to miss that.your friends and family can tell you of what happened anyway. when you get out of your comfort level you can feel scared and uncomfortable but it is sometimes rewarding. while you're in America, revise french for when you go so that you're not completely behind.
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I'm going to be a foreign exchange student in France next year as well! I, too, will be a junior! (May I ask what program you are using?) I have many of the same worries as you do. Especially the will I make friends, and how will I do academically. I'm also worried because I don't speak French very well. But I sat down and I decided it's worth it. I know I'll be missing a lot, but it will be the time of my life. I might not get to go to Homecoming but who cares?! I'LL BE IN FRANCE! I think you need to go with this thought process. Also, it's only for a semester. I know that seems like a long time, but you'll come back before you know it, and you'll have the story of a life time.
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I'm studying abroad next fall for an entire year so don't feel alone. We're just going to have to get out of our comfort zones and go up to people and introduce ourselves (hi, I'm ________, can I sit next to you?) in class or during lunch or something. If you send post cards and such, I'm sure keeping in contact with your friends and family will be much easier with Skype and Facebook and whatnot. You just need to make the effort. The grading system is obviously different and the grades will even out after everything is said and done. All the grades are /20 (like 8/20. That's actually about equivalent to a B). As long as you work at it, you'll do okay as far as grades go. I've talked to a lot of previous foreign exchange students who have studied in Angers, Lyon, and Poitiers. You just need to realize that this will forever change your life for the better. You will be so much more educated and have a bigger perspective on life that all the enormous benefits will far outweigh the minor negatives.
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Go on this website with all of your questions/worries http://www.cultures-shocked.org it was helpful for me. :)
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Saturday, February 1, 2014
Im going on a student exchange to France!! (HELP)!!!!?
Im going on a student exchange to France!! (HELP)!!!!?
Hi, im going on a student exchange to France with rotary do you know anything about rotary???? Iv been told that France people are rude and unfriendly is this true because i hope there not because that would nearly put me off going. What are typical french homes like???? Whats the weather like in France???? Do they all smoke???? nd drink???? What do the teenagers typically wear???? for school ect.... I will be going for a year so i will be going to school for a year whats high school like in france???? Whats the food like in France what would they eat for breakfast,lunch,dinner,snacks ect.... I really know noting about France so please please tell me everything you know. Even better if you were on an student exchange in France. Thanks for your answers :) xxxx
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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I studied in France in college and it was great. You will love it. Learn some French before you go.
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Hi, im going on a student exchange to France with rotary do you know anything about rotary???? Iv been told that France people are rude and unfriendly is this true because i hope there not because that would nearly put me off going. What are typical french homes like???? Whats the weather like in France???? Do they all smoke???? nd drink???? What do the teenagers typically wear???? for school ect.... I will be going for a year so i will be going to school for a year whats high school like in france???? Whats the food like in France what would they eat for breakfast,lunch,dinner,snacks ect.... I really know noting about France so please please tell me everything you know. Even better if you were on an student exchange in France. Thanks for your answers :) xxxx
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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I studied in France in college and it was great. You will love it. Learn some French before you go.
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Tuesday, January 28, 2014
Im going on a student exchange to France!! (HELP)!!!!?
Im going on a student exchange to France!! (HELP)!!!!?
Hi, im going on a student exchange to France with rotary do you know anything about rotary???? Iv been told that France people are rude and unfriendly is this true because i hope there not because that would nearly put me off going. What are typical french homes like???? Whats the weather like in France???? Do they all smoke???? nd drink???? What do the teenagers typically wear???? for school ect.... I will be going for a year so i will be going to school for a year whats high school like in france???? Whats the food like in France what would they eat for breakfast,lunch,dinner,snacks ect.... I really know noting about France so please please tell me everything you know. Even better if you were on an student exchange in France. Thanks for your answers :) xxxx Any tips ect.... would be extremely grateful aswell. :)
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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People are kind not rude. Weather Coldest month - January Warmest months- July & August Food They eat a lot of pasta but also vegetables, meat and fish. With the meat or fish they eat vegtables, salad, and a lot of different kinds of cheeses. Teenagers Like British, italian....They go out...french love clubs ....listen electro music ( french house, david guetta, Justice, daft punk...) go to cinema to see american film :), go to cofee, macdo. They do shopping a lot, boys too ( French teen boy are fashion ....). And all bad thing like others teen in the world, they smoke, drink .... Good luck for your journey to France!
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Hi, im going on a student exchange to France with rotary do you know anything about rotary???? Iv been told that France people are rude and unfriendly is this true because i hope there not because that would nearly put me off going. What are typical french homes like???? Whats the weather like in France???? Do they all smoke???? nd drink???? What do the teenagers typically wear???? for school ect.... I will be going for a year so i will be going to school for a year whats high school like in france???? Whats the food like in France what would they eat for breakfast,lunch,dinner,snacks ect.... I really know noting about France so please please tell me everything you know. Even better if you were on an student exchange in France. Thanks for your answers :) xxxx Any tips ect.... would be extremely grateful aswell. :)
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People are kind not rude. Weather Coldest month - January Warmest months- July & August Food They eat a lot of pasta but also vegetables, meat and fish. With the meat or fish they eat vegtables, salad, and a lot of different kinds of cheeses. Teenagers Like British, italian....They go out...french love clubs ....listen electro music ( french house, david guetta, Justice, daft punk...) go to cinema to see american film :), go to cofee, macdo. They do shopping a lot, boys too ( French teen boy are fashion ....). And all bad thing like others teen in the world, they smoke, drink .... Good luck for your journey to France!
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Tuesday, January 14, 2014
I'm afraid to be a foreign exchange student in France?
I'm afraid to be a foreign exchange student in France?
I might be going to France for a semester next year, and I'm afraid of a bunch of things. I want to go to college for French. *First, I don't want to do academically bad, although I will most likely be majoring in French in college. My junior year is a really important year with all the testing and such. *I worry about away from my family for too long. Will we ever connect like we used to, or will the time apart make it awkward to be together again? *What if I don't make friends? Will I lose touch with my old friends? *Most importantly, I'm afraid of everything I will be missing back in America, all the fun and memorable experiences I won't be here for. I don't really know if I should be scared of any of these things. Are there any previous exchange students who can help me out?
Other - France - 4 Answers
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first what is your gender? if your a boy it is a good experience for your personality and growth
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why
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hello, I am French and I advise you to study in France, I studied in America four years and even I was scared but I liked to know a new country. I never lost ralations between my French friends were talking about so I used the web ..... was a wonderful experience unforgettable
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Hi there, you shouldn't get so worked up over spending a few months abroad, it's not like you have to move there forever and you'll never see your relatives again. However If you're still afraid that you'll miss America and your family then maybe you're just not ready for that experience. You should probably wait for another one or two years before you consider going there again. Foreign exchange are only profitable if you're eager to discover another country's culture and language, and can quickly turn into a disaster if the student doesn't have the required motivation to study abroad. Take the time to think this over and don't rush into making any decision that you might regret later.
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I might be going to France for a semester next year, and I'm afraid of a bunch of things. I want to go to college for French. *First, I don't want to do academically bad, although I will most likely be majoring in French in college. My junior year is a really important year with all the testing and such. *I worry about away from my family for too long. Will we ever connect like we used to, or will the time apart make it awkward to be together again? *What if I don't make friends? Will I lose touch with my old friends? *Most importantly, I'm afraid of everything I will be missing back in America, all the fun and memorable experiences I won't be here for. I don't really know if I should be scared of any of these things. Are there any previous exchange students who can help me out?
Other - France - 4 Answers
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first what is your gender? if your a boy it is a good experience for your personality and growth
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why
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hello, I am French and I advise you to study in France, I studied in America four years and even I was scared but I liked to know a new country. I never lost ralations between my French friends were talking about so I used the web ..... was a wonderful experience unforgettable
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Hi there, you shouldn't get so worked up over spending a few months abroad, it's not like you have to move there forever and you'll never see your relatives again. However If you're still afraid that you'll miss America and your family then maybe you're just not ready for that experience. You should probably wait for another one or two years before you consider going there again. Foreign exchange are only profitable if you're eager to discover another country's culture and language, and can quickly turn into a disaster if the student doesn't have the required motivation to study abroad. Take the time to think this over and don't rush into making any decision that you might regret later.
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Tuesday, January 7, 2014
Is it dumb to try to start a relationship with an exchange student?
Is it dumb to try to start a relationship with an exchange student?
I haven't talked to him yet but I'm not sure if its even worth doing because hes an exchange student from france. (Don't know how long he is staying.)
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France sucks. Do you really want to spend the rest of your life pining away for a guy who's macking on girls on the French Riviera?
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Just be yourself. It doesn't matter if it's good enough for someone else.
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I haven't talked to him yet but I'm not sure if its even worth doing because hes an exchange student from france. (Don't know how long he is staying.)
Singles & Dating - 2 Answers
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France sucks. Do you really want to spend the rest of your life pining away for a guy who's macking on girls on the French Riviera?
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Just be yourself. It doesn't matter if it's good enough for someone else.
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Wednesday, January 1, 2014
what should i write in a first email to my exchange student?
what should i write in a first email to my exchange student?
i have to write an email to my exchange student in france, who i have never met before and never talked to before... what should is say, what sort of questions should i ask them etc.
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I was foreign exchange student last year. My host mom emailed me first. I still have the email. I was so worrying about going to a new family that i dont know.tell about your family , where do you work , and about your children. From their first email I could tell that I would be welcome in the family when i get there. They said they were so excited about getting an exchange student to their house.I was so relieved when i read it.You should ask about her too. like her life style , what does she like to do , what does she like to eat. Because these are important to get to know each other. So your exchange student could feel happy about coming. Something that I wont forget is; they asked my favorite color. When i first walked in to my room , it was all painted with my favorite color. So that was really cute ..
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i have to write an email to my exchange student in france, who i have never met before and never talked to before... what should is say, what sort of questions should i ask them etc.
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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I was foreign exchange student last year. My host mom emailed me first. I still have the email. I was so worrying about going to a new family that i dont know.tell about your family , where do you work , and about your children. From their first email I could tell that I would be welcome in the family when i get there. They said they were so excited about getting an exchange student to their house.I was so relieved when i read it.You should ask about her too. like her life style , what does she like to do , what does she like to eat. Because these are important to get to know each other. So your exchange student could feel happy about coming. Something that I wont forget is; they asked my favorite color. When i first walked in to my room , it was all painted with my favorite color. So that was really cute ..
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