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Bienvenue a la Côte d'Azur!

Set on the picturesque, pebbled shores of the Mediterranean, Nice is a city of fascinating contrasts. Although it’s the largest city on the French Riviera, Nice actually belonged to Italy until 1860. It resonates with Italian-inspired architecture, food and culture! Magnificent museums honor those Romantic roots; others celebrate modern masterpieces created by artists like Chagall and Matisse. Nice and the surrounding Côte d'Azur create a quintessentially French experience.

Votre Maison en France

Unlike ordinary international pre-college programs, ACA’s experience in Nice is not a homestay! Instead, students live and learn together, staying at the three-star Hotel Albert 1er, located right in the heart of Old Town Nice, steps away from the Mediterranean and the city center. The hotel features in-suite bathrooms, televisions, housekeeping and air conditioning. Of course, ACA staff live on-site, ensuring a safe, comfortable stay.

Learn the French Language, Soak Up the French Culture

ACA shows you France at its most awe-inspiring while providing you with a head start on your college career. You’ll study French at The University of Nice and can earn three college credits! You’ll visit cultural attractions that let you experience this legendary city’s fascinating history firsthand! To help you ace the college admissions process, there’s even an option to take the Princeton Review SAT prep course. No prior French required!

Playing It Safe

At ACA, we believe safety comes first. That’s why we maintain an eight-to-one student-to-staff ratio – one of the lowest in the industry! This lets us offer unmatched attention and unique personalized programs.

As part of our commitment to student safety, ACA staff members live on every student-occupied floor and accompany students on all activities and excursions. ACA also uses chartered coach and taxi services to get around town – never public transportation. All ACA staff members are always equipped with cellphones.

For additional safety, ACA provides all students with local cellphones, allowing them to maintain easy contact with directors and staff!

The Hotel Albert 1er adds an additional element of security, as well. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day with trained personnel for your comfort and convenience.

Parents will be reassured to know that Nice is a friendly city with all the modern medical and safety resources one would expect of a popular European tourist destination. 

Bon Appétit!

Ready to savor true Mediterranean flavor? ACA serves up amazing meals throughout your stay in France!

Start your days at the hotel breakfast buffet with a serious spread of eggs, cereal, pastries, baked treats, and fresh juices and fruits. You’ll have no problem fueling up for the day.

For dinner Monday through Friday, you’ll enjoy ACA’s exclusive Dining-on-the-Town-Plan, which lets you choose from a variety of ACA-selected restaurants – and it’s included in your tuition! Whether you want to tackle some local delicacies or would rather stick with your favorites, you’re sure to find a restaurant that suits your taste.

Once a week, if you want, you can also venture beyond the Dining-on-the-Town-Plan and visit additional restaurants of your choice. ACA will even provide euros to help pay the tab! It’s an additional opportunity to sample outstanding local restaurants featuring authentic Niçoise cuisine. (Don’t miss street stalls featuring Nice’s trademark socca, a chickpea pancake served hot from the oven. Bring plenty of friends so everyone can sample and share!) Need help translating the menu? Don’t worry. ACA staff are always at each restaurant ready to recommend a few favorites.

Of course, you’re always welcome to enjoy dinner at the hotel, which features a choice of kitchen-fresh entrees, side dishes, salad bar, beverages, and fresh-baked breads and desserts – but you’ll probably want to hit the town for a full-tilt dining experience. Either way, the choice is yours. 

Savor the Sights, Shops and Incredible Cuisine!

Take a flavor-filled walk through the lively street markets of Vieux Nice. Browse chic boutiques and soak up the sun on the city’s popular pebbled beaches. Discover quaint plazas, inspiring galleries and magnificent museums. Sample traditional French specialties at truly authentic bistros, but be sure to take a bite out of Nice’s delicious Italian heritage. Stop into popular, wood-fired pizzerias and savor late-night glaces, or ice creams, at the family-owned Fenocchio in the city’s old town. Of course, a leisurely stroll down the legendary Promenade des Anglais, one of Europe’s most famous boulevards, is a must!

Unforgettable Weekend Adventures Throughout France!

Every weekend, you’ll visit great destinations throughout France. Our amazing all-inclusive locations include:
• St-Tropez • Monaco • Eze • Cannes • Antibes
• St-Paul-de-Vence • Juan-les-Pins • Ventimiglia, Italy

London/Paris Extension (supplemental tuition required)
Extend your European experience by six days! From the Eiffel Tower to Buckingham Palace, it’s an amazing way to conclude your European stay. Click here to find out more.

Staying in Shape, à la Française

No need to fear that those buttery, fresh-baked croissants and crispy pommes frites will pack on the pounds. ACA makes it easy to maintain your fitness routine, or even kick-start a new exercise habit! You’ll have access to a swimming pool, weight room, treadmills, Stairmasters, and favorite exercise machines and equipment throughout your stay in Nice. If you need some competition to fuel your fitness efforts, team up with new friends for a game of soccer, tennis or beach volleyball. If you would rather get out on the town, just join ACA staff for a sightseeing stroll through the streets of Nice – always a great way to burn calories and get an up-close-and-personal look at French culture.

Travel to Nice*

Students traveling to Nice fly nonstop on ACA-staffed group flights directly from New York’s JFK Airport.

We are happy to assist with arrangements for students connecting to JFK in order to meet the ACA group flight. Please contact the ACA office for additional information.

Students enrolled in the London/Paris Extension will also fly on ACA group flights, accompanied by ACA staff.

Please Note: For your safety and convenience, we require students traveling to our international programs to fly on ACA-staffed group flights.

*Transportation costs are not included in tuition.

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