— ABOUT US • OUR INSTITUTION
A world-class school
in the world’s
greatest city
Paris American Academy provides an internationally recognised education in fashion, interior design, fine arts, and creative writing — rooted in the Latin Quarter and shaped by the city that surrounds it.
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ADDRESS
19 rue Claude Bernard, 75005 Paris
STATUS
Registered by the Académie de Paris (Law of 12 July 1875)
LANGUAGE OF INSTRUCTION
English — with a bilingual French environment
STUDENT–INSTRUCTOR RATIO
1:5 — small classes, personalised attention
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Semester, Summer, and 3-year Bachelor programs
Less than 1km from Notre-Dame de Paris
1965
YEAR FOUNDED
35+
NATIONS REPRESENTED
1:5
TEACHER / STUDENT RATIO
4
CREATIVE DISCIPLINES
60+
YEARS OF EXCELLENCE
— OUR PHILOSOPHY
Creativity, craft,
and the city
The philosophy of Paris American Academy centres on stimulating creativity and imagination, guiding students towards their own personal creative vision while equipping them with the practical knowledge demanded by the professional world.
We believe that Paris itself is inseparable from the education. Our campus stretches across the city’s museums, exhibitions, fashion houses, and cafés — each an extension of the studio.
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— WHY STUDY AT PAA
Six reasons students
choose Paris American Academy
01
Bilingual institution
All classes are taught in English, preparing students to work internationally and engage with the vocabulary of their discipline at the highest level.
02
International environment
Students from more than 35 nations enrich every classroom with a diversity of perspectives and experiences that prepares graduates for international careers.
“Studying alongside students from Japan, Brazil and Germany changed how I think about design.” — PAA alumna
03
Paris as the classroom
Situated in the Latin Quarter, steps from the Luxembourg Gardens and less than a mile from Notre-Dame, PAA draws on the full richness of the world’s cultural capital.
04
Small classes
A student–instructor ratio of 1 : 5 ensures every student receives personalised attention and direct feedback — impossible in large institutions.
Small class sizes also allow us to adapt our programmes to the individual pace and goals of each student.
05
Industry access
Fashion students follow the professional fair calendar: Paris Fashion Week, Prêt-à-Porter, Who’s Next, Première Vision, and Maison & Objets — all part of the curriculum.
06
Professional faculty
Our teaching staff combines academics, skilled practitioners, and guest artists — providing a rigorous, real-world approach to every discipline.
— OUR STUDENTS
Open to all.
Defined by curiosity
The Academy welcomes participants regardless of age, race, nationality, religion, or political persuasion. What unites our students is a commitment to creative work and a desire to grow within one of the world’s great artistic cities.
PAA students and alumni represent more than 35 nationalities, providing a culturally rich learning environment in the heart of the most international city in Europe.
FRANCEUSAJAPANBRAZILUKCANADAKOREAAUSTRALIAGERMANYITALY35+ NATIONS
— RECOGNITION & STATUS
Institutional
Recognition
Registered by the Académie de Paris
PAA is formally registered as a private institution of higher learning under the jurisdiction of the French Law of 12 July 1875, ensuring compliance with French educational standards.
International partner network
Active partnerships with universities across North America, Europe, and Asia facilitate credit transfers and exchange arrangements for eligible students.
Industry-recognised qualifications
PAA certificates and diplomas are recognised by industry partners across fashion, interior design, fine arts, and publishing in France and internationally.
Credit transfer
Many of our students come through partnerships with their home universities. Credit transfer is evaluated on a case-by-case basis — contact us for details.
“Registered by the
Académie de Paris”
PRIVATE INSTITUTION • LAW OF 12 JULY 1875
— APPLICATION
Ready to join the academy?
Applications are open for semester and summer programs. Our admissions team is happy to answer any questions before you apply.