Institut de Langue et de Culture Françaises, Catholic University of Paris

The Catholic University of Paris is a well-known and highly respected private university approved and recognized by the French Ministry of Education. French language and elective courses for foreign students are taught at the ILCF, a department of the Catholic University of Paris. Founded in 1948, the ILCF is an establishment of intellectual and research excellence. It welcomes 2500 students every year from all over the world who want to learn French and take courses to become acquainted with French culture and civilization in a French atmosphere. In addition to courses on French Civilization in French and in English, AIFS students can also study at one of several affiliated institutions in Paris.