Discover the Alliance Française de Seattle

The Alliance Française de Seattle is a dynamic educational and cultural 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization incorporated in the state of Washington since 1987, whose mission is to promote the French language and Francophone cultures through diverse programs in the Puget Sound area.  It is part of an international network of Alliances Françaises—832 in 131 countries, and 105 of them in 2021 in the USA alone.

AFSeattle offers French language classes for all ages and levels, with certified French as a Foreign Language (FLE—Français Langue Étrangère) instructors. It is also the largest French certification center in the Pacific Northwest, administering regular sessions for the DELF, DALF, and DAEFLE diplomas, and TEF and TCF tests.

AFSeattle's thriving cultural center proposes concerts, lectures, screenings, workshops, book launches and exhibits for a growing community of Francophones and Francophiles, as well as for the local arts and culture audience at large. 

Key figures

1987

Creation of the Alliance Française de Seattle [preceded by the Cercle Français de Seattle]

1st

Alliance Française 100% online in the Americas [March 6, 2020]

1,517

Enrollments in 2022

4th

Among 106 Alliances Françaises in the USA as per number of students in 2022

1000+

Current Members 

25

 Instructors in 2023

181

French-language certifications [DELF/DALF, DAEFLE, TEF, Ev@lang]
sold in 2022

4,000+

French-language books and DVDs available in our library

Why you should choose the Alliance Française de Seattle

A prestigious school existing since 1883, currently in 131 countries, and respecting high-performance standards. We are a FRAMES Alliance.

Prestige

Instructors who are experts in teaching French as a foreign language with modern methods (32% PhD and 56% MA).

Excellence

Learning French in a friendly and professional atmosphere, alongside other motivated students. Since March 2020, online group classes welcome 4 to 6 students.

Conviviality

Cultural events and programs to discover and immerse yourself in French-speaking cultures.

Culture

A major exam center administering globally recognized diplomas and certifications. 

Certification

New technology for modern teaching: e-learning platform and self-study modules for every class. 

Innovation

Enjoy exclusive perks and advantages as a member of the Alliance Française de Seattle.

Advantages

A wide range of courses to choose from, adapted to your needs.

Choices

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