Frequently Asked Questions

The Alliance Française of San Antonio has three enrollment periods: Spring Session, Summer Session, and Fall Session.

If you have missed the enrollment period, sign up to our newsletter to get on the notification list and be the first to know when we open registration.

You might also consider one-on-one instruction with our teachers in private tutoring.

Alliance Française of San Antonio does not offer classes specifically for young adults; however, on occasion we do make exceptions allowing for enrollment on a case-by-case basis when certain conditions are met (example: when the parent will be taking a class WITH their teenager). 

Alliance Française of San Antonio does not offer classes for children at this time. If you are interested in French language classes for children, please see The International School of San Antonio.

Duration of classes vary (i.e. 2-weeks; 4-weeks; 6-weeks; or 12-weeks). 

In-person classes generally meet on Wednesday or Thursday evenings from 6:30PM – 8:00PM Central time. Students receive 1.5 hours of instruction each week, unless otherwise specified. Days and times of online classes vary. 

Yes of course! Member pricing for French classes is part of your membership benefits.

Unfortunately, AFSA will not guarantee the availability of class recordings. Please consider your schedule carefully before signing up for a class. Class fees will not be pro-rated based on a student's ability to attend.  

Students will receive an email from their teacher prior to the start of the first class. This will include the Zoom link for your specific group.

Usually we offer classes for three levels of proficiency: beginner, advanced beginner, and intermediate. If you’re unsure of your level, contact our coordinator. An on-line placement test is also available on the website.

No. Students that have never taken a French class prior to enrolling do not need to take a placement test. Absolute Beginners/A1.1 is suitable for first-time learners. The placement exam is intended for students that have taken French classes before, and are therefore familiar with the language to some extent.

Since students do not take tests or exams in our classes, we do not issue a certificate.

It’s ok, we can help! Contact: admin@afsanantonio.org

Class sizes range anywhere from 4 to 12 students. 

Returning students may have the choice to continue with the same instructor, depending on the levels offered and the availability of our teachers for the current session. We try our best to accommodate everyone's preferences.

Alliance Française of San Antonio offers two types of classes: in-person and online (Zoom). Alliance Française of San Antonio does not possess a brick and mortar space. For our in-person classes, we strive to find location(s) which are centrally located. Currently, in-Person classes are held at: 8900 Starcrest Dr. SATX 78217.