Choose the center that's right for you

Before making a final decision about the different programs and types of lodging offered by the centers of Souffle, you should ask a few questions:

• How many students are there per class? On average? The maximum?
• How many hours of class are there per week?
• Does the center have an audio-lab? A VCR? A computer-assisted learning lab?
• Is it possible to audit courses at a nearby university?
• What exams will I have to take? Will I have to pay extra to take them?
• What are the various lodging possibilities? How much does it cost?
• With respect to lodging, will the center require me to pay application fees?
• If there is the possibility of a family stay, are the families selected / monitored by the school? Do I pay the school or the family directly?
• Where is the school? Is it downtown or on a campus outside the city?
• How are the premises? Are they new or old?
• Are there French students on the same premises as well?
• Does the program organize activities and excursions itself or does it also keep students informed of other activities happening in the city.
• Can someone meet me at the airport or train station? Is this service free?
• Is it easy to eat lunch? For how much and where?
• Will the center give me a French student card? If so, how much will it cost?
• In the case of cancellation or unexpected departure form the program, can I be reimbursed? How much of the cost is non-refundable?
• What happens in case of illness?