High School Gap Year Programs in France

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 medical initiatives. GoEco operates in over 50 countries, providing unique cultural immersive experiences that aim to make a positive impact on the environment and society. The organization also offers internships and academic programs for students. GoEco provides safe and meaningful experiences while promoting sustainable travel and reducing carbon emissions.

Join the ranks of forward-thinking healthcare professionals through International Medical Aid's (IMA) Physician Assistant and Pre-PA Internships. Our program, rooted in the educational standards of Johns Hopkins University, is designed to propel undergraduate students, PA school attendees, certified PAs, and high school students into the heart of global health care. IMA, a non-profit entity, extends beyond traditional borders to bring essential medical aid and education to underserved regions in East Africa, South America, and the Caribbean. The internship, underscored by an ethics-based approach to care, enhances clinical skills and lets you explore the cultural and societal nuances of healthcare, facilitated by our seasoned mentors. IMA's commitment to improving global health while also enriching the educational journey of each intern is evident in our comprehensive support system. From day one, interns receive personalized guidance, from field-specific orientation to admissions consulting for PA school, ensuring a seamless transition into international medical settings.

Spend a trimester, semester, or year studying abroad in France as a high school student, and live like a local while perfecting your French language skills. You are matched with a carefully screened host family and attend a local high school for a full immersion experience in this creatively charged country. Now is your chance to explore the history, art, language, and literature of France while boosting your college application and having the high school experience of a lifetime! Program at a glance: -- Host family accommodation provides a full language and cultural immersion experience -- Must have 2 years of French language experience -- You can choose from 1 or 2-month, trimester, semester, or full academic year programs -- Straightforward online application process -- Start dates available in spring and fall

Jump-start your college experience by studying abroad! Forum-Nexus offers European programs, perfect for traveling and earning credits before university studies. During the program, you will take courses taught by a team of international professors who travel with you to explore top cities and destinations. Together with students worldwide, participate in various courses and earn 3, 6, or 9 credits. Join professional visits to leading companies in the afternoons and spend your evenings and weekends sightseeing. This is Forum-Nexus! Ultimate Summer in Europe: 8 Cities in 1 Month Program itinerary: Barcelona, Rome, Amsterdam, Milan, Lugano, Paris, Verona, Lake Garda Program dates: June 28 - July 25, 2026 Shorter sessions are also available. Visit our website for more details, including how to apply for free.

Real education is not passively absorbing information and regurgitating it for examination. REAL education is taking knowledge and actively connecting it to the REAL world. At MEI Academy we provide you with master teachers and guides to help you find meaning in your educational journey. As we journey across Europe from London to Prague, we walk in the footsteps of the famous and infamous historical figures of the 20th Century. From Freud to Nietzsche to Gandhi to Hitler, you will explore the key events and ideas that have shaped our modern world. MEI’s Trek Through Europe program is your chance to lay the foundation of knowledge and experience that you can build on over a lifetime. We visit: - London - Paris - Strasbourg - Swiss Alps - Munich

Our Teen Summer Camp in Paris is a French immersion program for international students aged 13 to 17, based in central Paris. Students stay in a supervised boarding school and enjoy a structured, safe experience in this beautiful city, the capital of France. Mornings focus on French classes in small groups, with levels set after a placement test. Lessons are practical and interactive, helping students speak with more confidence in real-life situations. From level A0 to B1. In the afternoons and at weekends, the group explores Paris through guided visits and excursions. Expect iconic highlights such as major monuments, museums, lively neighbourhoods, and time along the Seine, plus supervised evening activities for relaxation and socializing. Full board is included, and students are supported by staff day and night for a smooth, worry-free stay.

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 exchange: - Become fluent in another language - Get to experience the culture as an insider - not a tourist - Build a stronger resume for college applications - Develop leadership skills, self-confidence, independence, maturity - Discover another school system - Learn about building friendships, respecting differences, and tolerating the beliefs of others. By becoming a high school exchange student, you will better understand the complexities of the world around you and become a true world citizen. As one of the oldest and largest international student exchange organizations, ASSE can offer the most comprehensive Study Abroad Programs with the lowest possible fees for your school year or semester abroad. Take the leap today!