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GENERAL INFORMATION


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Alliance Française de Philadelphie offers French classes all year round.  We have four 10-week sessions per year during fall, winter, spring, & summer.

Our general French classes meet once a week for 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on class size. The class levels range from A1 to C1. We limit the number of students in our classes to 8 students maximum. 

We currently offer online and in-person classes, taught by highly qualified French instructors.


SESSIONS SCHEDULE

Fall session 2026
September 8th to November 16th

Winter session 2026/2027
November 30th to February 20th


Spring session 2027
March 1st to May 8th


Summer session 2027
May 24th to August 2nd

PRICING

GENERAL ADULT CLASSES

$375.00
 for a 10-week session (material not included) - price of course materials depends on course level.

Enrollment is contingent upon advanced payment for course and materials. To be eligible for a refund, students must contact the office at least 24 hours before the first class. After the first class, only a credit for the next session will be issued (a $30.00 cancellation fee plus $37.50 per class is retained by the Alliance Française).

No credit is issued after the end of the 3rd week of classes.


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REGISTRATION PROCESS

Step 1

Find your level

We require all prospective students with previous experience studying French or living in a French-speaking country to take a placement test to determine their appropriate level before registering.

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Step 2

Check our schedule

If you are a returning student or have completed a placement test or are a complete beginner, you may check our class schedule by clicking on the button below.


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Step 3

Register in a class

Are you ready to register in a class? Please click below and discover our class offering.



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SPECIALIZED CLASSES - Winter 2026

La France au Quotidien Mondays 7:30 PM to 9 PM
10 weeks
Levels A2 and B1

What if you could experience France without leaving Philadelphia?

Join prof. Imane for 10 engaging, interactive classes exploring French culture, traditions, and everyday life!
From gastronomy, regional treasures, and French traditions to love, work, cinema, and cultural stereotypes, discover what makes France so unique while expanding your vocabulary, strengthening your grammar, and building confidence in speaking French.

A cultural and linguistic journey through the heart of France!
Châteaux de France Saturdays 3 PM to 4:30 PM
10 weeks
Level B1

From medieval fortresses to the sumptuous palaces of the Renaissance, discover some of France’s most beautiful castles with prof. Gigi!

Explore medieval, Gothic, Classical, and Renaissance architectural styles through their history, architecture, and famous figures, while expanding your vocabulary and developing your speaking skills.

An engaging cultural journey into the heart of France’s heritage, ideal for B1-level learners.

THE ALLIANCE WILL BE CLOSED ON THE FOLLOWING DAYS

Labor Day  - September 7th, 2026
Thanksgiving Break - November 26th - 29th, 2026
Winter Break - December 24th, 2026 - January 1st, 2027
Martin Luther King Jr. Day - January 18th, 2027
Memorial Day - May 31th, 2027
Juneteenth - June 18th - 19th, 2027
Independence Day - July 4th - 5th, 2027