Program |
Duration |
Start/End Dates |
Tuition |
Availability |
More |
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| Semester High School Program - Spring | About 6 months | January 2013 - July 2013 | TBD | Apply now | Read More + |
Age Range:
16 years 0 months - 17 years 8 monthsBirth Date Range:
05/23/95 - 01/23/97Travel Dates:
Jan 19-22, 2013 - Jul 16-19, 2013Application Deadline: August 31, 2012
New Zealand Semester High School Program – Spring Departure
Spend a semester living with a host family in New Zealand, attending a local high school and getting involved in your host community.
During your exchange, your high school will most likely be public, offering a wide range of academic subjects. You may even have to wear a uniform! New Zealanders are typically very active, so high school is a great place to get involved in extracurricular activities.
One month after you arrive, AFS will host regional orientations, where you will learn more about the country. At the end, there is often a show where AFSers sing, dance or perform something from your homeland. Your local chapter may also organize activities throughout the year, which will include parties or excursions to other cities or regions in New Zealand. Also, over the course of your program, AFS staff and volunteers will meet with you at orientations to evaluate your experience and help with your cultural adjustment.
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| Year High School Program - Spring | About 11 months | January 2013 - December 2013 | TBD | Apply now | Read More + |
Age Range:
16 years 0 months - 17 years 8 monthsBirth Date Range:
05/23/95 - 01/23/97Travel Dates:
Jan 19-22, 2013 - Dec 10-13, 2013Application Deadline: August 31, 2012
New Zealand Year High School Program – Spring Departure
Live with a host family in New Zealand for a full year, while attending a local school and getting involved in your local host community.
During your exchange, your high school will most likely be public, offering a wide range of academic subjects. You may even have to wear a uniform! New Zealanders are typically very active, so high school is a great place to get involved in extracurricular activities.
One month after you arrive, AFS will host regional orientations, where you will learn more about the country. At the end, there is often a show where AFSers sing, dance or perform something from your homeland. Your local chapter may also organize activities throughout the year, which will include parties or excursions to other cities or regions in New Zealand. Also, over the course of your program, AFS staff and volunteers will meet with you at orientations to evaluate your experience and help with your cultural adjustment.
Learn More about New Zealand High School Programs
About New Zealand
New Zealand’s two islands are divided by Cook Strait. The North Island boasts volcanoes, hot springs, mud pools, geysers, and beautiful beaches, while the South Island has rugged Alpine mountains, glaciers, and access to activities like swimming with dolphins and whale-watching. New Zealand has two predominant cultures: the European (or Pakeha) and the Maori. There is also a Pacific Island influence, a growing Asian culture and a plethora of other minority groups, which makes for a diverse mix of cuisine, music, art and architecture. Sports and the outdoors play a huge part in the life of a Kiwi.
Please Note: Travel date ranges are provided to help with general scheduling. Please do not reserve any domestic travel based on these dates. AFS will notify confirmed participants with specific travel details approximately 45 days prior to departure. Programs, prices, and travel dates are subject to change without notice.