This is your year. This is your chance to make the world your classroom, to redefine how and where you learn, to gain real experience from the real world. Explore our top 10 programs for 2012, then take these three steps to apply.
1. Argentina Semester and Year Programs
Full Application Deadline: March 1, 2012. Gauchos. Tango. Glacier-topped mountains. We can't think of a much better place to study abroad in South America.
Watch a video from a past participant studying in Argentina.
Read real student stories from Argentina.
Browse some our best student photos taken from Argentina.
2. France Semester and Year Programs
Full Application Deadline: March 15, 2012. France is much more than Paris and the Eiffel Tower. Attend high school for 5-10 months in the crown-jewel of Europe.
Watch an AFS Flashmob in Paris.
Read real student stories from France.
Browse some our best student photos taken from France.
3. Japan Semester Program
Full Application Deadline: March 15, 2012. From ritual tea ceremonies to the world's first high-speed train, you’ll discover an innovative society steeped in ancient culture.
Watch a video from a recent 2010 AFS Japan participant.
Read real student stories from Japan.
Browse some our best student photos taken from Japan.
4. Italy Year Program
Full Application Deadline: March 15, 2012. Italians enjoy life through art, food or the company of friends and family. Study in Italy and make their lifestyle a part of yours.
Explore "My Italy," a new web feature for insider information on Italy.
Watch an AFSers reflection on one full year in Italy.
Read real student stories from Italy.
5. Costa Rica Year and Semester Program
Full Application Deadline: March 15, 2012. Costa Rica is a popular destination, for good reason. Friendly and safe, their favorable climate is only just a bonus.
Watch a traditional Costa Rican dance filmed by AFS Costa Rica.
Read real student stories from Costa Rica.
Browse some our best student photos taken from Costa Rica.
6. Turkey Year Program
Full Application Deadline: March 15, 2012. Experience the magical country of Turkey for a full academic year while you live with a host family and attend a high school.
Listen to a podcast created by AFS participants while living in Turkey.
Read real student stories from Turkey.
Browse some our best student photos taken from Turkey.
7. Spain Year Program
Full Application Deadline: March 15, 2012. Experience a country steeped in history. With 4 official languages and 17 political regions, your exchange will be truly unique.
Watch this video postcard sent from a student in the Basque country.
Read real student stories from Spain.
Browse some our best student photos taken from Spain.
8. China Year and Semester Program
Full Application Deadline: March 15, 2012. Imagine having the opportunity to study the Mandarin while experiencing the transformation of the China firsthand.
Watch a video slideshow from a past group of students in China.
Read real student stories from China.
Browse some our best student photos taken from China.
9. Germany Year and Semester Programs
Full Application Deadline: March 15, 2012. Germany is modern, friendly and welcoming. Live with a host family and attend high school for a year or semester.
Watch a video combining Germany and music from Glee.
Read real student stories from Germany.
Browse some our best student photos taken from Germany.
10. Paraguay Year and Semester Programs
Full Application Deadline: March 15, 2012. Welcome to Paraguay, a country alive with tradition, fusing indigenous culture with a history of Spanish conquistadors.
Watch a video from a past participant studying in Paraguay.
Read real student stories from Paraguay.
Browse some our best student photos taken from Paraguay.
