
EFAP Students Program

SUMMER ACADEMY: From the 1st to 4th year
All students, starting their first year and for the rest of their studies, can follow English classes in New York for two of three weeks in July.
NYIT offers an immersive two or four week summer academy program that combines intensive English courses with opportunities to experience NYC culture, food and people.
We make sure that each student’s unique and specific learning needs are met with small classes taught by well-respected instructors who use the latest technology to create dynamic, interactive learning environments.
Targeted support services and on-going cultural and social programs help international students to adapt to multicultural life in NYC.
- 2 or 3 weeks in July
- 18 hours of English per week + cultural activities + 1 experiential seminar
- Visa is not required but ESTA is mandatory
- Student residences
- Subway card
- Transportation from & to the airport
For more information and to apply: international@efap.com
DEADLINE : MAY 15

SEMESTER IN NEW YORK: In 2nd, 3rd and 4th year
All students, as of their second year, can opt for a semester in New York.
Students already enrolled for at least one year in one of our schools are eligible to come to EFAP NY for one semester.
It is a great opportunity for students to better understand the communication practices of a global market, develop their English skills and enhance their curriculum with a professional experience in the US.
They benefit from a program "à la carte" guided by a faculty of specialists with stellar industry experience and contacts. All the credits earned during the semester are transferred to their school of origin.
Students have also the option to pursue a minor in Graphic Design: 1 class of English + 5 classes in Digital Art & Design.
Samples of course selection:
- Digital Marketing/Sales Management/Principles of Management/New Product Development/Management of Promotion/Organizational Behavior
- Computer Graphics I/Design Principles/Art History/Digital Photography/Typography/Shape and Color/Drawing I/Concept & Visual Storytelling
In brief:
- From September to December or from January to May
- Classes 100% in English
- Optional internship per semester – 2 days/week
- 4 courses “à la carte” + 1 course of English + internship
For more information and to apply: international@efap.com

BACHELOR PROGRAM: YEAR 4
Students from EFAP have the opportunity to earn an American diploma, the “Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies” delivered by our partner NYIT. This undergraduate degree takes usually 4 years to complete but NYIT grants credits for courses taken the 3 previous years allowing EFAP students to graduate in only 2 semesters (4th year) !
This unique Bachelor’s degree offers the option to design a multifaceted program with 3 concentrations: Communication/Business/Digital Art & Design.
Compulsory classes:
- 3 courses of English
- 1 capstone seminar
- 1 internship
Samples of courses "à la carte":
- Digital Marketing/Sales Management/Principles of Management/New Product Development/Management of Promotion/Organizational Behavior
- Computer Graphics I/Design Principles/Art History/Digital Photography/Typography/Shape and Color/Drawing I/Concept & Visual Storytelling
In brief:
- 2 semesters : September to December & January to May
- 4 courses in Marketing/Management & Digital Art & Design + 1 course of English / semester
- Classes 100% in English
- 1 internship - 2 days/week
- American Diploma (=BAC+4)
For more information and to apply: international@efap.com

MASTER (year 5) : Master of Arts in UX/UI Design & Development
The Master of Arts in UX/UI Design & Development offers the cutting-edge conceptual design methods and technical skills to become the visual storytellers, communication designers and entrepreneurs of tomorrow :
This innovative program fosters students’ creativity, develops their user experience, design-thinking and collaborative skills and connects them to a faculty of specialists with unparalleled industry experience and connections throughout the world.
Students must earn 30 US credits (60 ECTS) in one academic year (2 semesters): Fall semester (from September to December), Spring semester (from January to May)
Admission requirements
- International applicants must provide evidence of English proficiency: minimum of 80 (Internet based) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or a minimum of 105 on DUOLINGO.
- To have a TOEFL score of at least 80 (Internet Based Test) or a DUOLINGO score of at least 105.
- To have a GPA of at least 13/20
Program
Fall Semester: 4 compulsory courses + 1 elective - 15 US credits
UX Design Foundations (3 credits)
› Human Computer Interaction Design (3 credits)
› Research & Data Analytics (3 credits)
› Usability & Testing (3 credits)
› 1 cours « à la carte » (3 credits)
Spring Semester: 4 compulsory courses + 1 elective or 1 internship
User Interface & Prototyping Design (3 credits)
› UX/UI Design for VR/AR/MR (3 credits)
› Information Architecture & Content Strategy (3 credits)
› Master Project (3 credits)
› 1 cours « à la carte » ou 1 stage (3 credits)
Students obtain a "Master of Arts in UX/UI Design & Development" from NYIT and the title of “Communication Manager” from EFAP (Bac +5). Eligibility for Optional Practical Training (OPT): 1 year work authorization in the U.S. EFAP New York assists students in the application for the Optional Practical Training (OPT). The « Career Center » is a personalized service to support current students and alumni through a wide array of career education services and resources.
In brief:
- 2 semesters starting in September
- 30 US credits / 60 ECTS
- 10 courses including one internship
- American Diploma (=BAC +5)
- OPT: 1 year work authorization
For more information and to apply: international@efap.com

TWO DEGRESS IN ONE YEAR : In 5th year, a Joint Graduate Program between EFAP and the NYIT’s School of Management (100% in English).
The Joint program offers a response to the increasing demand from international companies and agencies for managers prepared for strategic roles in communication and marketing.
Our participants will be offered a structured sequence of communication and marketing courses taught in English in two different countries: France and the US, each with a distinctive culture and set of business practices.
2 phases over a period of 12 months :
- Phase 1: EFAP Paris/Bordeaux/Lille/Lyon - from September/October to December
- Phase 2 : NYIT New York - from January to August
4 possibilities :
› MBA in Luxury Communication & Strategies + Advanced certificate in Marketing
› MBA in Communication & Fashion Industries + Advanced certificate in Marketing
› MBA en Communication & Marketing Stratégique + Advanced certificate in Marketing.