During the summer (July, August, and September), the Foyer is co-ed and accepts students over the age of 18. A minimum stay of 3 nights is required. return to the list

To inquire about a room in July, August or September, write to infosweb@fie.fr giving the following information: your exact dates, the number of people, and the type of room (single or double) preferred. In our answer we will let you know if a room is available and explain how to make a reservation and send a deposit. return to the list

Admission to the Foyer as a resident is selective and candidates must complete an application dossier. We offer places to candidates who are women, between the ages of 18 and 25, and enrolled as full-time students in one of the univeristies in the Paris region or enrolled in the Cours de Civilisation Française at the Sorbonne.

Students who are enrolled in classe préparatoire may also apply, but the number of places reserved for these students is extremely limited.

Applications from students enrolled in music, architecture, fine arts, graphic arts, etc. are not accepted because the Foyer is not equipped to handle the special needs of these students.

Since the Foyer belongs to the University of Paris, no applications are accepted from students who are enrolled in private schools. return to the list

Applicants must complete an admissions dossier which can be obtained either in person or by mail or which can be downloaded here. Once completed, the dossier is reviewed by the admissions committee whose policy is to select candidates in a way that guarantees the largest number of different nationalities and the greatest diversity of studies. Their decision, as well as the procedures for enrollment, are mailed directly to the candidate. return to the list

5. Can interns or students not enrolled in Paris stay at the Foyer during the academic year?

Preference is given to students seeking a place for the academic year or semester. Depending upon availability, students who do not meet the admissions criteria can also apply for a short-term stay (3 nights minimum) at the Foyer. To inquire about a room, write to infosweb@fie.fr. giving the following information: your exact dates, the number of people, and the type of room (single or double) preferred. In our answer we will let you know if a room is available and explain how to make a reservation and send a deposit. return to the list

No. During the academic year the Foyer houses approximately 50% French students and 50% foreign students who represent more than 40 different countries.

Students are housed in single or double rooms. Rooms are furnished with the needs of students in mind, and each room has either a desk or a secretary, lamps, chairs, storage space, etc and a refrigerator for storing food. Each room has a sink with hot and cold running water, but toilets and showers are located on the floors. The Foyer has no rooms with ensuite bathrooms. return to the list

The size of the rooms varies between 12 and 19 square meters according to their type (single or double). return to the list

Common areas and the rooms are cleaned Monday through Saturday by the Foyer staff. The Foyer is not a hotel and students are expected to make their bed and to keep the room tidy. return to the list

Phone calls are put through directly to the room between 8AM and 11PM. Outgoing calls can not be made from the rooms, but there are public telephone booths located on the sidewalk in front of the building. return to the list

4 computers in the solarium and 2 computers in the library are available to students for free internet access. Students who have their own computer can connect to the internet in the solarium (ethernet card and RJ-45 cable required) or in the library (wireless connection only).

Students who wish to have an internet connection in their room and who are unable to access the wireless network can borrow a CPL adapter which transmits the internet connection through the electrical outlets in your room. Your laptop must have an Ethernet card, but the CPL cable is furnished with the adapter.

During the summer months (July, August, September) breakfast is included in the price of the room. During the rest of the year, no meals are served. Students who wish to cook have access to hot plates and small ovens or microwave ovens located in the designated areas. Students must bring their own kitchen equipment (pans, and tableware) and are allowed to cook only in the designated areas. Each room is equipped with a small refigerator. return to the list

Yes. Students have access to the library, terrace, internet room (solarium), TV room, kitchens, washers and dryer, irons and ironing boards, hair dryer.

During the summer months, from July 1 through September 30, the Foyer remains open all night..

During the academic year, from October 1 through June 30, the Foyer remains open all night on Friday and Saturday nights. On all other nights, the Foyer is closed at 1:30AM and remains closed until 6AM. return to the list

The Foyer should be a place where students can rest and pursue their studies under the best conditions. Therefore, beginning at 11PM every night:

There is no monthly rate during the summer. Room payments are made upon arrival. return to the list

Rooms are payable in advance, between the 1st and the 10th of each month. A security deposit equivalent to one month's housing fee is required at the time of enrollment. Residents who meet the criteria established by the government are eligible for the ALS.

For residents who arrive or leave during the month, the price of the room is calculated by the daily rate in effect.

Students and their families are reminded that the prices quoted do not constitute "rent," but represent a contribution toward the global operating budget of the establishment. These rates do not vary according to the month and no refunds are given for vacation periods. return to the list

3. What are the prices for interns and students who come for short stays during the academic year?

There is no monthly rate for short-term stays and rooms are payable upon arrival. return to the list