<p>Hmmmm. Xiggi, what do you want out of an experience in France?</p>
<p>For example, virtually knowing you and your high standards, I would pick the Middlebury program. Middlebury has an outstanding "abroad" reputation. Their student would be your peer.</p>
<p>What sort of student does the IES program attract? You are in university, after all. This is the time to surround yourself with stimulating intellects.</p>
<p>Where will you find a set of peers? For example, which French university classes would be full of French Xiggis? (Imagine the debates! Imagine the long cafe hours! Do you have marite's email? She would be a wonderful resource on this query).</p>
<p>Meaningful peer relationships could lead to broader career avenues than you might have otherwise considered. </p>
<p>For example, a family friend spent a year at the Sorbonne. That year lead to her decision to study Napoleonic law at Tulane. That Napoleonic law degree led to a position in France shaping the International Court system. She now a leading lawyer and law lecturer in International Law and the International Court.</p>