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Jan Plan in Paris

Director: Marina Davies
Email: [email protected]
On-campus representative: Professor Adrianna Paliyenko
Course code: FR127

After the information session, if you have any questions about the Jan Plan, please contact Professor Davies first.

2025 Pictures

2024 Pictures

2019 Pictures

Versailles

The Sorbonne

Notre Dame

Eiffel Tower

Testimonials

“As the end of the academic year (2022) comes to a close, I wanted to thank you again for awarding me the Sharon Abassy scholarship. Reflecting on my first year at Colby, having the opportunity to travel to and study in Paris was truly an amazing and unforgettable experience. I learned so much about the French culture and language, and I am truly grateful for the department and the Abbasy family.”

Emma Donnelly. | Jan Plan in Paris | Paris, France | January 2022

“I cannot speak highly enough of Madame Davies and the FR127 course in Paris. It is VERY intense. Everyday, you will spend about three to three and a half hours in the classroom. I was very hesitant about the intensity of the course, but Madame keeps the course fun and exciting and she really does make learning french fun even for those like myself who are not great at learning languages. I was able to tour around Paris in the afternoons and visit many museums. My favorite museum was the Musee D’Orsay. Learning french completely immersed in the french language was awesome and I would recommend this course to any Colby student!”

Molly M. | Jan Plan in Paris | Paris, France | January 2019

“I got so much more out of this course than I would have if I had taken it in Waterville. So much is added to the learning experience being immersed in French culture. Learning the language in Paris made French more interesting for me because the material was immediately applicable to life outside the classroom. Although the course is intense, it is not unmanageable. Hard work and studying time are needed to do well but there is also plenty of time to explore Paris and all it has to offer. Madame Davies really encourages exploration as well. I highly recommend this class and Madame Davies.”

Catherine B. | Jan Plan in Paris | Paris, France | January 2019

Fee

Cost of JanPlan (including round-trip flight from Boston to Paris, based on enrollment of 14 students and subject to change): $3000

  • This fee covers airfare, transportation to and from the Paris airport, an unlimited monthly transportation pass, room & board in the residence hall, including breakfast & at least one other meal a day, and required class outings. The fee specifically does not cover: course books (which will be available for purchase at the Colby bookstore in December), academic supplies, one meal a day, and any personal travel. The amount you spend in addition to the JanPlan fee will vary, depending on what you eat, how much traveling you do on the weekends, etc.
  • All students must take the group flight on Saturday January 4, unless they ask to be exempt from the flight for a specific, documented reason.

Eligibility

The application is open to students who have successfully completed FR126 or the equivalent and to students who have been assigned FR127 by the French language placement test.

Maximum enrollment is set at 14 students. Priority enrollment for this JanPlan will be granted to students who demonstrate competence and academic interest in the subject, as well as students who have not yet studied abroad.

APPLICATION

https://davisconnects.colby.edu/classes/france-127j-french-iii-paris/

GRANT FUNDING APPLICATION

https://davisconnects.colby.edu/resources/understand-and-apply-for-funding-from-colby/

INFORMATION ABOUT APPLYING FOR GRANT

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1L-JH4LfRLvFKiMzv4m-1uQziwNT4gOL2/view

Jan Plan Schedule

Saturday January 4, 2025: Departure from Boston

January 5: Arrival in Paris

January 6: First class

January 29: Final class

January 29: Class dinner

January 30: Return to Boston

 

Enrollment Deadlines

  • SEPTEMBER 26: The application is due.
  • SEPTEMBER 30: Students are told whether they have been accepted to the Paris JanPlan.
  • OCTOBER 6: Funding application due.
  • OCTOBER 18: Students are notified about funding decision.
  • OCTOBER 18: $500 deposit is due from students who owe $500 or more of the course fee.

You will not be enrolled in the course until this deposit is received and your deposit (from you or from DavisConnects) counts as your enrollment.

Your Work Schedule

Classes will be held Monday-Friday mornings in one of the residence classrooms. Attendance and participation are required at every session. Your afternoons and evenings will typically be free for you to schedule as you’d like around your daily homework. Some students like to explore Paris in the afternoon then do their work in the evenings, some like to reverse that system, some like to split up the work. Think now about what would work best for you.

Attendance Policy

Given the intensive nature of this course and the short length of the January term, there will be no absences allowed, except for serious illness. To be eligible to apply to this Jan Plan, you must be able to arrive in Paris in time for the first class and only leave Paris after the final exam; there are no exceptions.

Residence, Meals, and Activities

The FIAP has double rooms, each with two desks, two closets, and a private bathroom. It is staffed 24 hours a day. The FIAP provides wireless Internet access. Students receive fresh towel and linen service and can use an on-site laundry room, for which tokens can be purchased in the lobby; therefore, there is no need to pack a month’s worth of clothes.

Students receive a buffet-style Continental breakfast. Board includes either lunch or dinner at the foyer, which can accommodate certain dietary restrictions, including vegetarianism.

Exploring Paris

All students will receive an unlimited public transportation pass for the month of January. You should be able to explore Paris on a daily basis. We will go on several group outings (including a day trip to Versailles). Professor Davies will also give you a list of interesting sights and restaurants upon your arrival. You are encouraged to ask her for recommendations that are in line with your personal interests.

Personal Travel

During the weekends, students have the choice of staying in Paris or traveling in France. You must however attend all Friday and Monday classes. No travel should be scheduled for Friday early afternoon or Monday morning.

Funding Possibilities

  • DavisConnects provides funds to help cover the costs for eligible students.
  • There will be two French department scholarships offered for this JanPlan, both in the amount of $1000. You can apply to them through the DavisConnects site.

Abbasy Scholarship Recipients

For more detailed information click here

 

  • Miaoyi Yang (Abbasy scholarship) and Aum Desai (French department award), 2024
  • Linh Hoang (Abbasy Scholarship) and Mateus Nascimento (French Department
    Scholarship), 2023
  • Emma Donnelly: 2022
  • Sam Mckeown, departmental grant (withdrew from JanPlan before it started)
  • Isabel Varghese, Abbasy scholarship; Sabina Garibovic, departmental grant: 2020
  • Molly Manuel, departmental scholarship and Madeleine Hand, Abbasy scholarship,
    2019
  • Josephina Alvarado, departmental scholarship; Jacob David, Abbasy scholarship,
    2018
  • Melissa Jean: 2017
  • Matt DiAngelo, 2016
  • Jenny Qiu, 2015
  • Ibraheem Baqai, 2014
  • Mary Kate Fitzpatrick: 2013
  • Michael Perreault: 2011