
Summer is an exciting time to step outside of your routine and try something completely new. One way to take advantage of this period of transformation is to go abroad and learn about a new language or culture. Since you’re out of school, you can spend 4-8 weeks completely immersed in another way of life without missing out on your commitments back home. (Don’t worry, SAT Prep and extracurriculars will still be there when you get back.) Whether you’re interested in language immersion, family homestays, or volunteering, there are lots of ways to fill your summer with learning and adventure. To help you choose the right program abroad that fits your summer travel goals, we’ve listed the 9 best places to study abroad this summer for our high school applicants.
The 9 best places to study abroad this summer
Browse through the programs below, then be sure to check out which scholarships are available for students in your area to go abroad this summer!
Language Study Programs
Want to practice your Spanish or learn a critical world language like Arabic or Mandarin? These programs offer the chance to gain new skills through classroom study and by venturing out into the community.
1. Best place to explore indigenous culture: Paraguay
With this 7-week summer program, you can advance your Spanish
Departs June 19-22, 2018
2. Most historic destination: Egypt
Departs June 27-30, 2018
3. Best spot for language-learning: China
Departs July 12-15, 2018
Volunteer Programs
If you’re inspired to learn about another culture while also making a difference in the world, these volunteer programs are for you. Dive in and get your hands dirty with exciting community development and sustainability projects in Panama and Costa Rica!
4. Most impactful service-learning: Panama
Departs July 26-29, 2018
5. Most beautiful landscape: Costa Rica
Departs July 10-13, 2018
Homestay Programs
There’s no better way to see what a culture is really all about than by living with a local family. With these homestay experiences, you’ll be truly immersed in the day-to-day lives of your family members while experiencing what it’s like to be a teenager in another part of the world.
6. Most unique culture: Hungary
Departs June 28-July 1, 2018
7. Most instagrammable attractions: Italy
Departs June 21-24, 2018
8. Happiest people: Costa Rica
Departs July 10-13, 2018
9. Most welcoming atmosphere: Thailand
Departs July 4-7, 2018
Ready to pack your bags and embark on an epic summer adventure in the best places to study abroad? Sign up by April 1, 2018 to secure your spot on one of these exciting programs! Or, if you’re still looking for your dream destination, you can continue browsing through AFS-USA’s 120+ programs.
Give us a call (1-800-AFS-INFO) or send us an email if you have any questions. Our Study Abroad Specialists are word travelers themselves, and would love to help you find the right program for you!