High School Study Abroad and Teen Travel Programs

"In addition to traditional high school exchange and program providers, the teen travel and study section includes gap-year opportunities. Whether it’s called a gap year, taking time off, or an interim experience, more U.S. students are considering participating in a structured sequence of activities before college that may include service and cultural exchange. With so many options available for students, researching programs is essential. Issues to consider when comparing options may include: supervision and structure (particularly if a student is younger and/or an inexperienced traveler); program fees and additional costs (e.g., travel and health insurance, if applicable); whether scholarships are available; whether a student prefers being with a group or is interested in a homestay experience; mastery of a foreign language is recommended or required; health and safety issues in a host country; and the program’s track record in these areas. Most programs will provide contact information for past participants who can offer valuable references and recommendations. Some students may be interested in whether they can arrange academic credit for their experience (which generally calls for up-front consultation with a college or university). Information provided by programs—such as locations and prices—can change, so please check the websites and/or directly with program staff for updates." —Karl Haigler and Rae Nelson, co-authors of The Gap-Year Advantage.

Cactus Language
High Quality Language Programs for Juniors
A Cactus Juniors programme give youngsters the unique opportunity to take a fun-packed few weeks of language classes combined with a range of social and sporting activities. Specially geared to students from 6-18 years, our junior programmes have a real international flavour, with young people from many different countries coming together to study the local language, take part in activities and above all have fun. Language classes take place in the morning and then the afternoons are filled with activities ranging from watersports, tennis, horseriding and golf to craft workshops, barbecues, campfires and parties - more often than not in beautiful natural surroundings. Parents can be assured that all programmes are fully-supervised and coordinated by a professional team of teachers and monitors. And students can be assured that, as well as making lots of new friends, they will come back with a variety of language, sporting and social skills valuable for the rest of their lives.

Dates: All year round
Contact: info@cactuslanguage.com
Web site: www.cactuslanguage.com

Summer Language immersion schools, camps & programs worldwide for teens
Enjoy a summer language learning immersion in our worldwide schools, camps & programs with other international teenagers of a similar age. Combine your Summer vacation with a language course and enjoy a total language immersion. Our summer language vacations include supervision, cultural & social activities, excursions, airport transfers and much more!

ASA Summer Study Abroad Programs
Three to four week summer study abroad programs in England (Oxford University) and Italy (Florence) for students completing grades 9-12. Combine a taste of college life with exploration of another culture! Excellent classes in exciting subjects, a wide range of activities to choose from, and guided excursions to all the best sights. Spend this summer with ASA!

Cost: $6,195 - $7,795
Dates: Multiple sessions in June, July & August
Contact: Assistant Director, Academic Study Associates (ASA), 375 West Broadway, Ste 200; New York, NY 10012.
Tel: 212-796-8340. Fax: 212-334-4934.
Email: Summer@asaprograms.com
Website: www.asaprograms.com

ASA Language Immersion Programs
Month-long language and cultural immersion programs: Barcelona, Spain; 4 Homestay locations in Andalucia, Spain; Nice, France; and Florence, Italy. For students grades 9-12. Daily language classes taught by native speakers, electives and activities in everything from Flamenco guitar to French cooking, and excursions to all the best sights. Spend this summer immersed in another culture with ASA!

Cost: $6,595 - 7,795
Dates: Multiple sessions in June, July & August
Contact: Assistant Director, Academic Study Associates (ASA), 375 West Broadway, Ste 200; New York, NY 10012.
Tel: 212-796-8340; (800) 752-2250. Fax: 212-334-4934.
Email: summer@asaprograms.com
Website: www.asaprograms.com

Teen Summer Immersion Spanish Camp
Intercultura Costa Rica offers a Spanish immersion program for Teens which allows adolescents to learn Spanish and immerse themselves in Costa Rican culture. In addition to intensive Spanish classes, the summer program offers a variety of fun, chaperoned adventure activities. Students may study at the beach or in the city.

Dates: June 11th- August 13th
Contact: Barbara Miller, INTERCULTURA, Costa Rica, Language School & Cultural Center, P.O Box 1952-3000, Heredia Costa Rica, Central América; Tel. (506) 260 8480; Fax(506) 656 0127.
Email: info@interculturacostarica.com
Website: www.interculturacostarica.com/teen_spanish.html

Junior Programs in Spain
Enjoy a unique opportunity to take a fun-packed few weeks of language classes combined with a range of social and sporting activities. We offer students between the ages of 13 - 18 the possibility of visiting exciting places all over Spain in customized programs that meet all needs.
We offer too the option to combine blend adventure, hands-on learning, community service, cultural immersion and international travel.

Dates: Any Monday throughout the year.
Contact: Jose Lopez, Instituto Hemingway, Bailen 5, 2 Dcha, Bilbao 48003.
Telephone: + 34 94 416 7901. Fax: +34 94 416 5748.
Email: info@institutohemingway.com
Web: www.institutohemingway.com

GIC Argentina: High School
High School Abroad with GIC Argentina: Summer, semester and year programs available. Experience going to classes at a top private high schools in Buenos Aires. Make a lot of new Argentinean friends while quickly improving your Spanish language skills. Program available for High School students (14 to 18 years old).

Dates: Every month of the year
Cost: Check website for details
Contact: Av. de Mayo 1370, #30, 3rd floor, Buenos Aires, C1085ABQ, Argentina
Tel Argentina: +54-11-5353-9497. Tel USA: +1-202-552-1081
Email: info@gicarg.org
Website: www.gicarg.org

Central American Service Expeditions
Students! Travel way beyond the beaten path to rural lodges in Costa Rica which are owned and run by local communities. Support sustainable development through adventure travel and service with real people in real communities.

Dates: All year
Contact: Matthew Cook, Central American Service Expeditions, Interlink #508, PO Box 02-5635, Miami, FL 33102
Phone in Costa Rica: +011 506-839-0515
Email: info@serviceexpeditions.net
Website: www.serviceexpeditions.net

Center for Cultural Interchange (CCI)

Life-changing high school abroad programs in 18 countries: Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Denmark, Ecuador, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Spain, Sweden and Taiwan. CCI is a non profit with over 20 years of experience in cultural exchange. Our staff provide expert guidance and personalized support to each student and their parents throughout the program.

In addition to semester and academic year programs, we offer affordable three month programs in selected countries.

High School Abroad in Argentina

Dates: Fall semester and academic year start in September; Spring semester begins in January. 
Cost: $5690 for the semester program and $6990 for the academic year includes placement with host family and school, orientation, full support and supervision throughout the program,  full board (three meals daily), and medical insurance.

High School Abroad in Australia

Dates: Fall semester and academic year start in July; Spring semester begins in January. *Three month program also available.  
Cost: $6,950 for three month program, $12,200 for the semester program and $22,200 for the academic year includes placement with host family and school, orientation, full support and supervision throughout the program,  full board (three meals daily), and medical insurance.

High School Abroad in Belgium
Choose from placements in the southern French-speaking Wallonia region or the northern Dutch-speaking Flanders.

Dates: Fall semester /year begins in September; Spring semester starts in January. *Three month programs also available.  
Cost: $6,590 for three months, $7190 for a semester and $7400 for an academic year includes placement with host family and full board, high school placement, full support and supervision, and medical insurance.

High School Abroad in Brazil

Dates: Fall semester and academic year start in July; Spring semester begins in February.  
Cost: $4800 for the semester program and $5750 for the academic year includes placement with host family and school, Portuguese tutoring, orientation, full support and supervision throughout the program,  full board (three meals daily), and medical insurance.

High School Abroad in Denmark

Dates: Fall semester and academic year programs begin in August; Spring semester begins in January. 
Cost: $7,990 for a semester and $8,690 for an academic year includes placement with host family and full board, orientation, high school placement, full support and supervision, and medical insurance.

High School Abroad in Ecuador

Dates: Spring: January - June (Galapagos location April - September). Fall: September - December (Galapagos location July - January). *Three month programs also available.
Cost: $4,950 for three months, $6,790 for a semester and $9,500 for an academic year includes placement with host family and full board, orientation, high school placement, full support and supervision, and medical insurance.

High School Abroad in Finland

Dates: Fall semester and academic year programs start in August; Spring semester programs begin in January. 
Cost: $7,990 for a semester and $8,690 for an academic year includes placement with host family and full board, orientation, high school placement, full support and supervision, and medical insurance.

High School Abroad in France

Dates: Fall semester and academic year starts in September; spring semester begins in January. 3 month option also available. 
Cost: $5,490 for three months, $6690 for a semester and $8790 for an academic year includes placement with host family and full board, high school placement, full support and supervision, and medical insurance.

High School Abroad in Germany

Dates: Fall semester and academic year starts in September; spring semester begins in January. Three month option also available.
Cost: $6650 for a semester and $7990 for an academic year includes placement with host family and full board, high school placement, full support and supervision, and medical insurance.

High School Abroad in Ireland

Dates: Fall semester and year programs begin in August; Spring semester begins in January. *Three month program option is also available. 
Cost: $8,450 for three months, $10,450 for a semester and $15,390 for an academic year includes placement with host family and full board, orientation, high school placement, full support and supervision, and medical insurance.

High School Abroad in Italy

Dates: Fall semester and academic year start in September; Spring semester begins in January. *Three month program option is also available. 
Cost: $7,150 for three months, $8,890 for the semester program and $12,500 for the academic year includes placement with host family and school, orientation, full support and supervision throughout the program,  full board (three meals daily), and medical insurance.

High School Abroad in Japan

Dates: Fall semester and academic year start in August; Spring semester and academic year begin in March. *Three month program is also available. 
Cost: $3,850 for three months, $6,500 for the semester program and $7,750 for the academic year includes placement with host family and school, orientation, full support and supervision throughout the program,  full board (three meals daily), and medical insurance.

High School Abroad in the Netherlands

Dates: Fall semester and year programs begin in August; Spring semester starts in January. 
Cost: $7850 for a semester and $8750 for an academic year includes placement with host family and full board, one week orientation upon arrival, high school placement, full support and supervision, and medical insurance.

High School Abroad in New Zealand

Dates: Fall semester and academic year start in July; Spring semester begins in February. *Three month program also available. 
Cost: $6,600 for three months, $10,790 for the semester program and $19,150 for the academic year includes placement with host family and school, orientation, full support and supervision throughout the program,  full board (three meals daily), and medical insurance.

High School Abroad in Norway

Dates: Fall semester and academic year programs start in August; Spring semester programs begin in January. 
Cost: $7,990 for a semester and $8,690 for an academic year includes placement with host family and full board, orientation, high school placement, full support and supervision, and medical insurance.

High School Abroad in Spain

Dates: Fall semester and academic year start in September; Spring semester begins in February. *Three month program also available. 
Cost: $7,900 for three months, $9,700 for a semester and $12,650 for an academic year includes placement with host family and full board, orientation, high school placement, full support and supervision, and medical insurance.

High School Abroad in Sweden

Dates: Fall semester and academic year programs start in August; Spring semester programs begin in January. 
Cost: $7,990 for a semester and $8,690 for an academic year includes placement with host family and full board, orientation, high school placement, full support and supervision, and medical insurance.

High School Abroad in Taiwan

Dates: Fall semester and academic year start in September; Spring semester and academic year begins in February. 
Cost: $7,090 for the semester program and $8,450 for the academic year includes placement with host family and school, orientation, full support and supervision throughout the program,  full board (three meals daily), and medical insurance.

Contact: Center for Cultural Interchange, 746 N. Lasalle Dr., Chicago, IL 60610.
Tel: 1.312.944.2544 or direct 312.264.1601.
Email: info@cci-exchange.com
Website: www.cci-exchange.com

Costa Rica Language Study Abroad for High School Students
Edu-Culture International leads study abroad programs to Costa Rica every summer for high school and middle school students who want to improve their foreign language. Students aged 13 - 15 are eligible for the Natural Wonders trip, while Expedition Costa Rica is open to high school students 15+ with two years of language study. Students experience cultural activities, language school, the opportunity to earn university credit. Students will practice speaking with Local Language Partners and local hosts and guides, and each trip involves group travel to exciting program towns and historical sites. For more information visit the website.

Dates: First program leaves: June 19, 2010. Final Program returns: July 18, 2010.
Cost: Program costs range from: $3695 - $4715 w/o airfare
Contact: Tracy Cone, Edu-Culture International, P.O. Box 2692, Berkeley, CA.
Tel: Toll free: (866) 343-8990
Email: info@educulture.org
Website: www.educulture.org

Spanish Language Study Abroad for High School Students in Spain
Edu-Culture International leads study abroad programs to Salamanca, San Sebastian, Granada/Nerja and Nerja every summer for high school students who want to improve their foreign language. Students 15 + who have two years of language education are encouraged to apply. Students experience cultural activities, language school, the opportunity to earn university credit, and living with a local family. Students will practice speaking with Local Language Partners and their host family, and each trip involves group travel to exciting program towns and historical sites. The Customized Total Immersion program offers students individualized travel options. . For more information visit the website.

Dates: First program leaves: June 17, 2010. Final Program returns: August 16, 2010.
Cost: Program costs range from: $4450 - $7395 w/o airfare
Contact: Tracy Cone, Edu-Culture International, P.O. Box 2692, Berkeley, CA.
Tel: Toll free: (866) 343-8990
Email: info@educulture.org
Website: www.educulture.org

French Language Study Abroad for High School Students
Edu-Culture International leads study abroad programs to Toulouse, Lyon and Aix-en-Provence every summer for high school students who want to improve their foreign language in France. Students 15 + who have two years of language education are encouraged to apply. Students experience cultural activities, language school, the opportunity to earn university credit, and living with a local family. Students will practice speaking with Local Language Partners and their host family, and each trip involves group travel to exciting program towns and historical sites. The Customized Total Immersion program offers students individualized travel options.

Dates: First program leaves: June 17, 2010. Final Program returns: August 5, 2010.
Cost: Program costs range from: $4720 - $6695, w/o airfare.
Contact: Tracy Cone, Edu-Culture International, P.O. Box 2692, Berkeley, CA.
Tel: Toll free: (866) 343-8990
Email: info@educulture.org
Website: www.educulture.org