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French tutor Patrice R

Patrice R

5.0
627 Lessons
From
$35.29 / h
From
France
Speaks
Bulgarian, English, French, and Spanish
"Excellent"
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French tutor Valérie A

Valérie A

4.99
2533 Lessons
From
$43.01 / h
From
France
Speaks
English and French
"Great as always!"
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French tutor Louise P

Louise P

4.99
953 Lessons
From
$41.90 / h
From
France
Speaks
English, French, and Spanish
"Louise is absolutely awesome. Very patient, positive, engaged with me the whole lesson. Follows up with notes and homework. Louise..."
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French tutor Veronique J

Veronique J

4.96
186 Lessons
From
$36.39 / h

Veronique J

From
France
Speaks
English and French
"I highly recommend Veronique! She is very organised, patient and intelligent and has a deep knowledge of the French language..."
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French tutor Julien M

Julien M

4.99
947 Lessons
From
$29.77 / h
From
France
Speaks
English, French, Japanese, and Spanish
"Julien is very patient and structures his lessons to meet the pupils objectives. Early stages of engagement but really appreciating..."
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French tutor Mathieu D

Mathieu D

4.99
338 Lessons
From
$49.62 / h
From
France
Speaks
English and French
"Bonne conversation toujours de choses culturelle. F.C.L."
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French tutor Anya T

Anya T

5.0
905 Lessons
From
$27.57 / h
From
France
Speaks
English, French, Russian, and Spanish
"A great session today as always. Anya is simply put a wonderful teacher. "
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French tutor Sylvie L

Sylvie L

4.99
1601 Lessons
From
$31.97 / h
From
France
Speaks
English, French, and Spanish
"Great tutor!"
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French tutor Constance J

Constance J

4.97
2486 Lessons
From
$29.77 / h

Constance J

From
France
Speaks
English and French
"Constance is an amazing French language teacher. Throughout my lessons with her, I have found her to be exceptionally well-organized,..."
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French tutor Sabrina P

Sabrina P

5.0
316 Lessons
From
$44.11 / h
From
France
Speaks
English, French, and Spanish
"Sabrina makes the lessons lots of fun - I am really enjoying learning French!"
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Chicago French tutors charge per hour?

Our research suggests that the average cost for private French lessons in Chicago is somewhere between $25-$35 per hour. As online tutors do not need to travel to you and they often live in countries with a lower cost of living, the hourly cost tends to be significantly lower.

Do any of the tutors on LanguaTalk also provide French lessons in Chicago?

Tutors on LanguaTalk sometimes provide lessons locally, but most only provide online lessons as it is more convenient and allows them to work from home. In addition, most tutors are not teaching French in Chicago because they're living elsewhere in the world. If you decide to book with a tutor, you should assume that they can only teach you online.

How does learning with a tutor via video call differ from learning face-to-face with a French tutor in Chicago?

Sometimes students tell us that they're not sure about learning French online because they think it’ll be completely different to learning face-to-face. But usually when they try it, they find that the experience is almost the same and they often build a solid relationship with their tutor.

Once you start a video call with your chosen tutor, you’ll be able to communicate with them as if you were in the same room. The tutor will typically also share learning resources with you (newspaper articles, YouTube, etc.) and you’ll be able to collaborate in real-time using a tool like Google Docs or Dropbox Paper.

What's the best way to find a French tutor near me in Chicago?

If you're really not keen on learning with a teacher via video call, LanguaTalk isn't going to be the right choice for you. You can instead search for a tutor on a local service listing website, or put up an advert in your local area. We do encourage you to give it a try learning online though - you've got nothing to lose as you can book a free trial session. Most people find the experience is as good as learning face-to-face, but with the benefit of having access to better tutors at a lower cost.

What are the best options for receiving French lessons in Chicago?

Whether you live in the city centre or the suburbs of Chicago, there are many options for learning French. You could use an app or a software program if you're looking to pick up basic vocabulary and learn some grammar rules. Alternatively, you could attend group lessons with French tutors in Chicago if you're keen for a social experience. Or, you could take 1-on-1 lessons with a private tutor. This isn't the cheapest way to learn a language but it's possibly the most effective, assuming you have a good tutor. Learning online rather than face-to-face may make private tutors a more affordable option. Check the tutor profiles above to see how much it's likely to cost. Prices vary a lot depending on the tutor, but will usually be cheaper than learning with a French tutor in Chicago, face-to-face.

On LanguaTalk, you can find exceptional tutors for 1-on-1 French lessons tailored to your goals and learning preferences. Here’s how to try it for yourself:

1 - Find your ideal tutor by browsing videos, reviews, pricing and availability.

2 - Book a trial. Many tutors offer a 30-minute trial for free; others charge a discounted price.

3 - Take personalised lessons with your new tutor via video call. Or try someone else.

No card is required to book a free trial session. Please only book if you're considering taking lessons. Pricing varies by tutor and you can use the filter to find someone who fits your budget. You can pay one lesson at a time, or buy in bulk for a discount (open a tutor's profile to see their pricing options).

We’re confident you’ll love learning via LanguaTalk. We're trusted by students all over the world because we're transparent. We ask students to rate each lesson, and we display reviews on tutors’ profiles.

99.8% of lesson ratings are 5 stars. Why? Because unlike other platforms, we accept only the top 10% of tutor applications.

To see our full FAQs or get help from our friendly team, click the 'Help' button in the bottom-right. You can also watch students talking about their experiences learning via LanguaTalk below.

The vast majority of students take 55-minute lessons. But some tutors also provide the option of 30-minute lessons. If they do, you’ll see this noted on their profile (below their pricing and above the ‘Buy Lessons’ button).

55-minute lessons are recommended for most students. In general, we only suggest considering 30-minute lessons if they’re for your child, or you have an intermediate level and only want conversation practice.

New to LanguaTalk? We'll give you a credit for a free trial session. Many, but not all, tutors offer these for free. If they do not, the price will be just 30 percent of their full lesson price, so you can still try a session at minimal cost.

Trial sessions last 30 minutes. They allow you to assess whether the tutor is a good fit for you, and get a feel for learning online. The tutor will assess your level and aim to understand your needs and interests so that they can customise any lessons you decide to take. You'll be encouraged to speak in French as much as possible, but of course you can speak in English too!

If, after your trial session, you don't feel that the tutor is quite right for you, you can book a trial with another tutor for just 30 percent of their full lesson price.

Lessons are taught 1-on-1 so that you receive your tutor’s full attention and can make fast progress. Communicating via video call, you’ll be able to talk to your tutor and share learning materials as if you were in the same room.

The tutors vary in terms of their teaching methods, resources, experiences, and personalities. So we suggest you look at several profiles to choose the best tutor for you. Whichever French tutor you pick, they'll aim to tailor the lessons to your individual needs.

The beauty of taking lessons online is that you can learn anytime, anywhere. When you choose a tutor, just check their calendar to make sure that they have available times that fit your schedule. Some tutors have limited availability as they already have a lot of students.