High School Study Abroad in Finland

Consistently topping international rankings in measures of human development such as education, equality, and economic freedom, Finland boasts an extremely successful model for high school students from everywhere to learn from. Beyond its social welfare, embarking on a high school program abroad in Finland will give you the opportunity to explore one of the continent’s most scenically beautiful countries as well (Finland is the most sparsely populated nation in the whole European Union). If you’re searching for an educational adventure in Scandinavia to liven up your high school experience, look no further than Finland.

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AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in Finland

Dispel any notions you might have of Finland being a cold, snowy, northern country; it is alive with vibrant culture, outdoor activities, lush landscapes, and the midnight sun. Finnish culture is colorful, with hundreds of art festivals, a wide range of sporting events, and a balanced mix of small-t

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TFT: Scandinavian Adventure

Join Travel For Teens and young travelers ages 14-18 from around the world in this summer adventure through Scandinavia! Discover the best sights and experiences the European region has to offer throughout the 15-day trip! Explore the picturesque cities of Copenhagen, Oslo, Bergen, and Stockholm.

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GoEco - Top Rated & Award Winning Volunteer Programs Abroad

GoEco is one of the world’s top volunteer organizations, with award-winning and ethical programs selected by sustainable travel experts. Since 2006, tens of thousands of volunteers have taken part in projects and internships worldwide, focusing on wildlife and marine conservation, education, and med

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High School Abroad in Finland with Greenheart Travel

Studying abroad in Finland is not only an exciting travel adventure, but it is also an academic opportunity to learn in one of the world's top educational systems. As Pasi Sahlberg, a member of Finland’s Ministry of Education and Culture, stated, “We prepare children to learn how to learn, not how t

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ASSE International Student Exchange

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High School Year or Semester

Embark on the unique journey of spending a school year or semester abroad with ASSE! Living with a host family abroad and attending a public high school allows for a long-term immersive experience in the culture of the host country of your choice. There are so many reasons to decide to go on exch

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High School Study Abroad - Exchange Program

Studying abroad through a high school exchange program brings lots of opportunities. It changes you positively by helping you understand a different culture, learn a new language, and know more about the world. You get to experience a different way of life, see education from a new angle, and make f

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A Guide to High School Programs Abroad in Finland

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Finland is the easternmost of the Scandinavian countries, sharing borders with Norway and Sweden to the west and Russia to the east. Though Finland is the eighth largest country on the European continent, it has a proportionally small population of just over 5 million citizens. Throughout much of Finland’s history it has either been incorporated into the borders of Sweden or Russia, only recently gaining recognition as an independent country in the early 20th century.

Helsinki is the country’s capital and largest city, so not surprisingly it is also the most popular destination where to embark on a high school program abroad in Finland. Roughly a quarter of the Finnish population lives in the metropolitan area of Helsinki, which is a major economic, political, and cultural hub of northern Europe. Because of its laid back attitude, pristine setting on the gulf of Finland, and innovative architectural layout, Helsinki is also perennially listed as one of the most livable cities in the world.

Vantaa is another popular destination where you can enroll in a high school abroad program in Finland. Home to the country’s largest airport, Vantaa is Finland’s major hub of international travel and scientific research. Many citizens of Vantaa are bilingual, speaking both Finnish and Swedish.

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Amazing program

September 20, 2019by: Colleen Mulligan - United States

Program: TFT: Scandinavian Adventure

I got to go on the Scandinavian Adventure trip with Travel for Teens this summer. It was my 5th trip with TFT and I enjoyed the entire trip so much! We did lots of adventurous activities such as white-water rafting, zip-lining, glacier hiking, going to amusement parks, going on a ghost tour and riding in a jet boat. Each county we got to visit was beautiful, especially Norway, which was absolutely breathtaking. The food on the trip was absolutely delicious, I even got to try whale, moose, and reindeer! I made some of the best memories in Scandinavia thanks to TFT!

Semester in Finland

July 13, 2018by: Edward Lin - United States

Program: High School Abroad in Finland with Greenheart Travel

My overall semester exchange program in Finland was excellent. For me, I found my experience was vastly enriched by my ability to speak the language (Finnish) from day one of my exchange. Although my level of the language was then still rudimentary, getting a head start by being able to make ask basic questions and have conversations helped me make friends, connect better, and improve faster. I loved our local coordinator in Finland, as they did a fantastic job of organizing the exchange while helping me meet other local exchange students. If you are thinking of doing this program, my advice is to learn the local language by speaking and surrounding yourself in it! It doesn’t matter if you make lots of mistakes. It will probably seem scary at first to speak in a language you don’t fully understand, but that is the only way to guarantee you won’t fail to improve!