<p>If I have spent a year in France and learned French fluently, will that be a plus for any reason to my application?</p>
<p>It will help a little, but wont be THE REASON why ull get into X university. I suggest you write an essay on your experiences abroad.</p>
<p>yeah, you have to present that piece of information in an appealing way. If you know how to take advantage of it, it will be a big plus for you.</p>