Application deadline
8 November 2026
Final application deadline; 11:59 p.m. ET.
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En Français
by Shad Canada
En Français combines hands-on STEAM learning, entrepreneurship and team design challenges with a fully French-speaking campus experience.
Last verified: 8 Oct 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens
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En Français at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Applications open
Eligibility
Grades 10-11; proficient French
Age range / Year group
Ages 15-17
Location / Region
Campus Saint-Jean, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada
Cost
$7,875; $12,475
Duration
27 days
Format
In-person
ScienceTechnologyArtBusiness & EconomicsEntrepreneurship
Language: French throughout
Accommodation: On-campus residence
Meals: Three daily meals and snacks
Sessions / cadence: 27 days, 24/7 residential schedule
Mentor support: Minimum 1:8 mentor-to-student ratio
Main project: Design & Entrepreneurship Team Project
Credit opportunities: Conditional high school, SHSM or CAS
En Français summary
En Français is Shad's French-speaking STEAM and entrepreneurship experience, combining academic exploration with a shared campus community.
Students join lectures, labs and workshops, then collaborate on a real-world design challenge with mentoring and input from academic and business professionals.
It suits curious learners who want to explore several disciplines and enjoy working closely with peers.
What is En Français?
En Français is Shad Canada's residential STEAM and entrepreneurship program delivered entirely in French. Hosted at Campus Saint-Jean of the University of Alberta, it combines science, technology, arts and business through hands-on lectures, labs and workshops.
Students live together on campus and work in teams to address real-world problems. Academic learning sits alongside recreation, field trips and evening community events, with professors, entrepreneurs, innovators and near-peer tutors contributing to the experience.
Why Succeed highlights En Français
French is the language of the whole experience, giving academic collaboration a consistent linguistic setting.
The team design project connects STEAM exploration with practical entrepreneurship and real-world problem solving.
Professor-led lectures, researcher seminars and industry workshops bring several professional perspectives into learning.
A minimum 1:8 mentor-to-student ratio provides a concrete measure of the live-in support model.
Income-based assistance and full or partial scholarships give eligible domestic families meaningful funding routes.
Who is En Français for?
Best for
Curious students who enjoy exploring several disciplines, contributing to team projects and learning in a French-speaking community.
Not ideal if
You want beginner French instruction, a single-subject course or a flexible experience that allows time away for other commitments.
Is En Français worth it?
En Français is a strong option if you want to test academic interests through hands-on work while developing collaboration and independence. Its combination of a team project, professional contributors and campus living offers several ways to discover what interests you.
The substantial residential fee and full-program commitment deserve careful family planning. Its interdisciplinary approach favors exploration over specialization, so a focused subject course may suit a student with a narrower learning goal.
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Cost and what is included
$7,875; $12,475; includes 27 days of on-campus accommodation, Meals and snacks for 27 days, Lectures by post-secondary professors, Researcher, business leader and entrepreneur seminars, Industry-led hands-on workshops, STEAM labs in post-secondary facilities, Program Director and near-peer mentoring, Minimum 1:8 mentor-to-student ratio, Design & Entrepreneurship Team Project, Indigenous Knowledge Learning Opportunities, Enrichment field trips and corporate visits, Social, cultural, sporting and recreational activities.
Accommodation
On-campus residence
Meals
Three daily meals and snacks
Provider details
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Dates and logistics
27 days; Campus Saint-Jean, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada.
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Compare with similar programsHow much preparation does En Français need?
Effort level
Substantial application preparation and an immersive residential commitment.
Best started
Begin four to six weeks before your chosen application deadline.
Main challenge
Writing specific, authentic reflections while coordinating your reference.
Typical preparation
Choose two meaningful experiences and outline examples for the four reflection questions.
Ask your reference early and gather your most recent report card.
Discuss French proficiency, travel, funding and the full residential commitment with your family.
Draft each reflection within 100-250 words, then proofread before submitting.
Useful if
You can explain your curiosity, initiative and contribution through real examples.
What do students do on En Français?
You combine academic exploration with a collaborative design and entrepreneurship project, learning and living entirely in French. Lectures, labs, workshops, recreation and community events form an integrated campus experience.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Explore STEAM ideas through lectures, labs and hands-on workshops.
- 2
Join a design team to investigate a real-world problem.
- 3
Develop and test a solution with mentoring and professional input.
- 4
Build and pitch your team's solution.
- 5
Participate throughout in field trips, recreation and community activities.
En Français dates and deadlines
Upcoming
Programme dates
4-30 July 2027
Applications open
September 2026
Early admission results
First week of December 2026
Financial assistance decisions are communicated alongside admission decisions.
Final admission results
First week of February 2027
Financial assistance decisions are communicated alongside admission decisions.
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Application deadline | 8 November 2026 | Local | Upcoming | Save deadline |
Programme dates | 4-30 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Applications open | September 2026 | Local | Past | |
Early admission results | First week of December 2026 | Local | Date not confirmed | |
Final admission results | First week of February 2027 | Local | Date not confirmed |
Eligibility and requirements
Currently completing Grade 10 or 11.
Quebec equivalent: Secondaire IV or V.
Proficient in spoken and written French.
Commit to attending the entire program.
Domestic and international applicants may apply.
No school nomination is required.
How much does En Français cost?
Domestic program fee
CA$7,875 — Residential academic program, accommodation, meals and activities.
Funding or discounts
- International program fee: CA$12,475 — Applies without Canadian citizenship, permanent residence or official refugee status.
- Application fee: Free
- Deposit: CA$750 — Paid after an offer; remaining balance in two installments.
- Income-based assistance: Up to CA$7,875 — Domestic applicants only; assistance depends on household income.
- Scholarships: Full or partial — Domestic eligibility varies; apply within the Shad application.
What's included
27 days of on-campus accommodation, Meals and snacks for 27 days, Lectures by post-secondary professors, Researcher, business leader and entrepreneur seminars, Industry-led hands-on workshops, STEAM labs in post-secondary facilities, Program Director and near-peer mentoring, Minimum 1:8 mentor-to-student ratio, Design & Entrepreneurship Team Project, Indigenous Knowledge Learning Opportunities, Enrichment field trips and corporate visits, Social, cultural, sporting and recreational activities
How to apply to En Français
- 1
Create an account or sign in through the official Shad 2027 application portal.
- 2
Select En Français among the programs that interest you.
- 3
Complete your profile and describe two meaningful experiences, interests or accomplishments.
- 4
Write four reflection responses of 100-250 words each.
- 5
Upload your most recent report card and provide your reference's name and email.
- 6
Request eligible funding through the parent or guardian contact and scholarship essay sections.
- 7
Proofread, save your progress and submit the completed application.
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What does En Français cover?
The program covers the following focus areas.
Applied Problem Solving & Entrepreneurship
Explore design, venture building, business strategy and financial literacy through meaningful challenges.
Emerging Fields & Science Frontiers
Investigate scientific questions involving health, genetics, chemistry, Earth systems and astronomy.
Leadership & Future Readiness
Practice public speaking, leadership, negotiation and creative confidence through shared challenges.
Society, Culture & the Human Mind
Explore creative arts, psychology, political science, sociology, ethics and Indigenous knowledge.
Technology, Engineering & Innovation
Explore making and building through artificial intelligence, robotics, software, engineering and design.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
What is a typical day on En Français?
A typical day during the program.
Lectures and workshops
Mornings typically combine academic sessions with hands-on learning.
Projects and recreation
Collaborative projects are balanced with sports, recreation and field experiences.
Community and mentor events
The sample week uses 7-9 p.m. for community events, committees and panels.
Residential routine
The sample includes meals, downtime and an 11 p.m. curfew across the week.
Who teaches on En Français?
Students learn through lectures by post-secondary professors, seminars led by researchers and business professionals, and workshops led by industry experts. The Program Director and near-peer tutors provide mentoring and coaching.
The live-in program specifies a minimum 1:8 mentor-to-student ratio.
Where do students stay on En Français?
Residential plan
- Campus residence: Live on campus at Campus Saint-Jean for the full 27-day experience.
- Meals and snacks: Three cafeteria meals daily and snacks are included throughout the program.
- Mentoring and support: Program Director and near-peer coaching operate within a minimum 1:8 mentor-to-student ratio.
- Activities and field trips: Social, cultural, sporting and recreational activities accompany enrichment trips and corporate visits.
What happens after En Français?
After completing this program, participants often pursue:
A completed team design and entrepreneurship project
Clearer academic interests and future study possibilities
Membership in Shad's alumni community
Conditional high school credit, SHSM or IB CAS recognition
Alumni access to post-secondary scholarship and application-fee-waiver opportunities
Academic recognition depends on the student's education system; later scholarships have their own requirements.
Where does En Français take place?
En Français is hosted at Campus Saint-Jean of the University of Alberta in Edmonton, Canada. Students experience campus life through residence living, academic activities and a French-speaking peer community.
Travel to and from campus is outside the program fee.
En Français FAQs
It is Shad's STEAM and entrepreneurship experience delivered entirely in French. Applicants must already be proficient in spoken and written French.
Students live on campus at Campus Saint-Jean of the University of Alberta. The residential fee includes accommodations, meals and snacks for the program.
Students work in design teams on a real-world problem through the Design & Entrepreneurship Team Project. Shad describes designing, building and pitching a solution with input from entrepreneurs and business leaders.
No. Participants must commit to attending the entire duration of the live-in program.
Eligible domestic applicants can request income-based fee assistance and apply for scholarships. International applicants are not eligible for Shad financial assistance or scholarships.
Shad can count toward high school credit in Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Newfoundland and Labrador, Prince Edward Island, and Nova Scotia. It can also qualify toward Ontario SHSM and IB CAS requirements.
Travel to and from campus is excluded, as are personal expenses such as laundry, souvenirs and incidentals.
Contact info@shad.ca as early as possible to discuss accommodation needs. Shad works with students and parents or guardians to identify appropriate supports and reasonable accommodations.
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- Shad 2027 Application
- Application Summary - Shad Canada
- Support - Shad Canada
- Scholarships - Shad Canada
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- Live-in_schedule_pdf
- Shad_2027_Trifold_Digital
- Shad En Français
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