麻豆影视

MiraCosta Summer 2026 Study Abroad Programs

Paris, France - Photography + Western Architecture

0/30 Confirmed Participants (as of 11/14/25 at 12:00 pm )

Step into the heart of Paris and make the city your classroom! This summer program combines academics with cultural immersion, offering unique opportunities to learn while exploring world-renowned museums, monuments, and neighborhoods. Guided by MiraCosta faculty, you鈥檒l deepen your understanding of French art, culture, and society while earning college credit. Beyond class excursions, you鈥檒l enjoy free time to sip coffee at local caf茅s, wander along the Seine, and create unforgettable memories.

Info Sessions

Join faculty leaders David Parker and Lauren Greenwald to learn all about the Paris program! Discover the classes you can take, exciting excursions, and cultural activities. Check the main page for other events and workshops!

 

Application

• This is a first-come, first-serve process.
• Complete the application and pay the deposit. The application will say a later date as the deposit deadline but you must pay the deposit to hold your space.
• You have secured your spot only after receiving a confirmation email from studyabroad@miracosta.edu.
• *Please note that the confirmation email is not sent automatically after you complete your application. I need to manually check the application portal, and check your good standing at MiraCosta so your patience is greatly appreciated. This may take up to a week to receive your confirmation email.

Program Dates

• June 10 - July 08, 2026  (program dates in country)
• Courses start the week before in person and 1 week after on Zoom

Eligibility Requirement 

• 18 years old by the program start date
• Must maintain good standing with 麻豆影视
• Ineligible if both courses have been taken

Courses

• ART 254 Understanding and Appreciating the Photographic Image with Professor Lauren Greenwald
  (3 units UC/CSU transferrable)
  • This course surveys the history of still photography from the discipline's inception to the present digital age. It explores the medium of photography as a form of visual communication in historical, socio-political, and cultural contexts. Topics include the evolution of photographic images, process, delivery, and meaning. Students develop visual literacy through verbal and written analyses.
• DESN 107 (3 units) The History of Western Architecture with Professor David Parker
  (3 units UC/CSU transferrable)
  
  • This course introduces the history of Western architecture from the ancient Near East to the
    present day with an emphasis on the timeless principles of sustainable design. It examines
    selected significant historical works of architecture to shed light on the technological, religious, and social forces that shaped these works. Students are introduced to important buildings as they examine past
    exemplars of architectural design through the lens of present-day sustainability guidelines.

Program Highlights

• N卯mes, Avignon, Marseille & Pont du Gard Excursion (Three-days, two-nights)
  • Included is transport by train and private bus, accommodation and breakfast at a
    centrally located hotel, entrance to Palais des Papes, guided tour of the Roman
    Arena, Maison Carr茅e, and Roman monuments in N卯mes, entrance to the Pont du Gard and museum,
    guided visit of Le Corbusier鈥檚 Cit茅 Radieuse in Marseille, transportation pass in Marseille and the
    services of an AIFS representative throughout.
• Mus茅e du Louvre, Mus茅e Carnavalet, Mus茅e d'Orsay
• Notre Dame Cathedral, Chartres Cathedral, St. Chapelle and Conciergerie
• Chateaux Vaux-le-Vicomte, Magnum Studio
• Bibliotheque St Genevieve, Palais Garnier
• Cruise on the River Seine

*Activities and excursions subject to change

Housing + Meals

• Accommodation in twin-bedded rooms in a student residence
• Centrally-located, 45-minute travel time to the AIFS Center, with laundry facilities on-site
• Shared bathrooms and shower on each floor, fully equipped kitchenette. Linens and towels, weekly
  cleaning, and free wireless internet are provided
• Meals: Self-catering facilities at student accommodation, a farewell meal and a group meal in Marseille

Timeline + Payment Schedule 

• Monday, November 17, 2025 - Applications Open 
  
  • $450 deposit required to secure placement - confirmation email sent a few days later
  • Application Instructions will be sent to the email on the interest list the week before
  • Maximum 30 participants
• March 11, 2026 - Deposit deadline  (program may fill up before this date)
• April 16, 2026 - Final Payment Deadline (entire program fee is due)

Cost

• 麻豆影视 tuition and fees for 6 units (paid to MiraCosta)
• Program fee: $4,545 - $5,055 (Paid directly to AIFS)

* Final cost depends on the number of students enrolled - Based on an enrollment of 20-24 participants, the fee per person is $5055. For an enrollment of 25-25 students, the fee per person is $4775. For an enrollment of  25-27students, the fee per person is$4545.

Optional Transportation Package

• An optional Transportation Package is available, consisting of round-trip airfare between
  SAN and Paris and round-trip transfers overseas between the airport and
  housing for an additional $850. Mandatory additional U.S. government and airline imposed
  departure taxes, fees and fuel surcharges of $770* (*subject to change) will be billed separately.
  Total $1620.

What鈥檚 included?

• Accommodations
• Cultural activities
• Transportation while in-country- A Navigo Travel Pass for unlimited travel on
  the metro, buses, trams and regional trains in the central zones of Paris for the duration of the program
• Medical insurance

What鈥檚 not included?

• Round-trip airfare (optional group flights with AIFS may be purchased for an additional fee)
• Passports
• Visas (if applicable)
• Meals
• Personal expenses

Withdrawal/Refund Policy

• Tuesday, March 24, 2026- on or before this date, $150 of the deposit is non-refundable
• Wednesday, March 25 - Wednesday, April 22, 2026 - $450 deposit is non-refundable
• Thursday, April 23, 2026- After this date, no refund and the total program fee is still owed

Japan - Creative Writing + Eastern Religions

0/27 Confirmed Participants (as of 11/14/25 at 12:00 pm )

Immerse yourself in Japan鈥檚 rich cultural and spiritual traditions while exploring your voice as a writer! This unique program takes you through Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka, blending visits to historic temples and sacred sites with creative writing workshops inspired by Eastern philosophies and daily life in Japan. Discover how mindfulness, spirituality, and art intersect in one of the world鈥檚 most captivating cultures

Recorded Zoom Info Session

Application

• This is a first-come, first-serve process.
• Complete the application and pay the deposit. The application will say a later date as the deposit deadline but you must pay the deposit to hold your space.
• You have secured your spot only after receiving a confirmation email from studyabroad@miracosta.edu.
• *Please note that the confirmation email is not sent automatically after you complete your application. I need to manually check the application portal, and check your good standing at MiraCosta so your patience is greatly appreciated. This may take up to a week to receive your confirmation email.

Program Dates

• June 1 - 26, 2026 (program dates in country)
• Courses start the week before in person and 1 week after on Zoom

Eligibility Requirements

• 18 years old by the program start date
• Must maintain good standing with 麻豆影视
• Ineligible if both courses have been taken

Courses

• RELG 105 Eastern Religions with Professor Murico   
  (3 units UC/CSU transferrable)
  • This course provides an interdisciplinary overview of East and South Asian religions, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Shinto, and Sikhism. It emphasizes the different religions' philosophical foundations and their practical application in Asian societies.
• ENGL 280 Creative Writing with Professor Tsuyuki 
  (3 units UC/CSU transferrable)

  • This course focuses on the elements of creative writing, particularly through the study and creation of prose fiction and poetry. It offers practice in various genres and forms, based on instructor approach, and it promotes the writing process through a combination of drafting exercises and revision strategies. Utilizing workshops as the primary mode of instruction, this course offers the opportunity to produce creative works for publication, performance, and/or personal enrichment.

Program Highlights 

• Tokyo historical and cultural walking tour including Meiji Shrine and Asakusa
• Visit Tokyo Future University 
• Kyoto historical and cultural walking tour 
• Experiences including Shodo calligraphy, tea ceremony with kimonos
• Visit Nishiki market, Fushimi Inari-taisha, Kiyomizu-dera & Honen-in & Todaiji Temples, Taisha Shrine
• Visit Chubu Sangaju National Park & Hirayu Waterfall
• Meditation experience at Zennoji Temple
• Takayama city tour including a local cuisine cooking experience 
• Visit Shirakawa-go and Kenrojuen Garden

*Activities and excursions subject to change

Accommodations + Meals 

• Hotels in each city with 2-4 people per room, each with own bed and ensuite bathroom
• Free wifi
• Daily breakfast included
• Welcome and Farewell dinner included

Timeline + Payment Schedule 

• Monday, November 17, 2025 - Applications Open
  
  • $500 deposit required to secure placement - confirmation email sent a few days later
  • Application Instructions will be sent to the email on the interest list the week before
  • Maximum 27 participants
• Friday, January 2, 2025 - Deposit deadline (program may fill up before this date)
• March 3, 2026 - 50% of remaining program fee due
• April 2, 2026 - Remainder of the program fee is due

Cost

• 麻豆影视 tuition and fees for 6 units (paid to MiraCosta)
• Program fee: $4,700 - $5,300 (Paid directly to Study Abroad Association) 

* Final cost depends on the number of students enrolled - Based on an enrollment of 15-19 participants the fee per person is $5,300. For an enrollment of 20-25 participants, the fee per person is $4,915. For an enrollment of 26-27 students, the fee per person is $4,700. 

What's Included 

• Accommodations
• Cultural activities and excursions 
• All ground transportation including airport pick-up and travel between cities
• 24/7 Emergency support
• Medical insurance
• Tips & gratuities 
• Daily breakfast
• Welcome and farewell dinner

What's not Included

• International Airfare 
• Meals not specified
• Passport & visa fees (if applicable) 
• Personal expenses 

Withdrawal/Refund Policy 

• Saturday, February 21, 2026 - Deposit can be refunded
• Sunday, February 22 - Friday, March 13, 2026 - $500 deposit is non-refundable
• Saturday, March 14, 2026 - After this date, no refund and the total program fee is still owed