High School Student Exchange Programs Abroad

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Arcos Journeys Abroad
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Oaxaca is known as one of the foodie capitals of the world. Immerse yourself in the region's rich culinary history through its exquisite food as ...
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CIEE High School Abroad
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Explore the vibrant capital of Catalonia, studying with a cohort of American students as you immerse yourself in Spanish life. Spend a semester ...
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GoEco - Top Volunteer Organization
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GoEco offers a range of enriching volunteer programs abroad, specifically designed for teenagers aged 15-17. These adventures provide a perfect b...


LanguBridge Education Centre
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This program provides students a great chance to experience "real Japan" and improve their Japanese language skills rapidly. They achieve this by...
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AFS-USA
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Advance your Spanish with both formal study and first-hand cultural experience during this four-week program in Málaga, Spain. During our summer ...
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ISSOS International
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ISSOS International Summer Schools provide inspiring and exciting 3-week residential summer programs for 16 to 18-year-olds from all over the wor...
See All 2 ProgramsInternational Medical Aid (IMA)
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International Medical Aid (IMA) pioneers impactful mental health internships worldwide for undergraduates, graduates, and licensed mental health professionals. Through these programs, developed at Johns Hopkins University, participants provide vital mental health services in underserved regions of E
Go Abroad China Ltd.
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Experience the ultimate Chinese language immersion with Go Abroad China's award-winning Mandarin programs for university students, teenagers, professionals, and families. Study at top universities including Peking University, BLCU, Fudan, Tsinghua, and Shanghai Jiao Tong, with flexible programs from
See All 2 ProgramsMAXIMO NIVEL
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Turn your summer into an immersive adventure with Maximo Nivel’s teen Summer Camp programs in Costa Rica. Designed for teens aged 13 to 17, you can choose between two impactful tracks—Spanish Camp or Volunteer Camp—and explore the beauty of Manuel Antonio and San José as you discover a world of tr
Seville Abroad
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Our “High School in Spain” program lets you study at a top-quality Spanish high school in one of Seville’s most vibrant neighborhoods. You’ll live with a carefully selected host family, enjoy cultural activities and excursions, and have the full support of a locally based team. With an office right
See All 2 ProgramsGreenheart Travel
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Learn and improve your Spanish through full language and cultural immersion on Greenheart Travel’s summer language camp program in the bustling city of Salamanca! We welcome teens of all skills, including beginners! Live with a Spanish host family and make friends from around the world, all while le
See All 18 ProgramsNacel International
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Participate in this high school exchange program and live an unforgettable Italian immersion and a cultural and academic experience in Italy with Nacel. Exchange students must be interviewed in their home country before being accepted at a high school in Italy. A minimum of two years of Italian stud
See All 7 ProgramsExpanish
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Discover the magic of Spain this summer with Expanish! Our Young Adults Spanish Immersion Program invites students aged 16-20 to one of Europe's most iconic cities for a unique blend of language learning, cultural exploration, and personal growth. Whether you choose to stay with a local host family
Smart Schools International
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Smart Schools International (SSI) offers students around the world the opportunity to earn an accredited U.S. high school diploma entirely online. Designed for global learners, SSI provides a flexible, self-paced academic experience that allows students to complete U.S. coursework from their home co
Centro MundoLengua
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Are you prepared to be the best in AP® Spanish? If so, our AP® Spanish Summer Program is perfect for you! This is the only AP® Spanish Program available in Spain, offering you a unique course. Where better to study Spanish than in Spain itself? Experience the language and culture firsthand in an unp
See All 5 ProgramsWhere There Be Dragons
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At dawn, a howler monkey cries from the branch of a giant cieba tree. In the Cuchumatanes Mountains, a young woman rises to grind corn on a stone petate. Along Avenida Reforma, street children juggle oranges for change as businessmen tuck into air-conditioned office buildings. Investigate issues o
See All 4 ProgramsMEI Academy World High School
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The Big Year is a combination of our Fall Semester in Europe PLUS our Spring Semester in Asia. These can be completed in any order, depending on your schedule at your home school. Combined, you will visit up to 12 different countries, covering more than 25 destinations along the way. During the Fal
VOYAGE KOREA
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VOYAGE KOREA welcomes high school students between 15 and 18 years old from diverse nationalities to our long-term education programs and short stays. We offer cultural exchange, Korean language, K-pop camp, school immersion, group tours, K-culture training, beauty fairs, and other activities togeth
See All 2 ProgramsCambridge Scholars' Programme
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Join our one or two-week (or both!) Cambridge Scholar’s Programme, a summer school established by graduates of the University of Cambridge for high school students. This offers highly motivated young people a taste and feel for education in one of the world’s most prestigious institutions. Throughou
Reach Cambridge
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Join us for the experience of a lifetime! Reach Cambridge offers students aged 14-18 from across the world the unique opportunity to prepare for their future staying in university accommodation in the beautiful University City of Cambridge. We offer a diverse range of subject courses taught by expe
How to Do High School Student Exchange Programs Abroad
Prepare for High School Student Exchange
Understand benefits
Going abroad as a young traveler, there’s a lot to learn, and there’s a lot to gain!
- Care and guidance beyond the classroom. Through an exchange program, you have support and guidance from everyone involved, making it an excellent option for a young traveler.
- Transcripts travel with you. Your transcripts should be translated between two affiliated schools easily. Attending an unaffiliated school abroad, credits and subjects may be harder to translate into your school’s curriculum.
- Trust the process and gain independence. These programs help break through any fears you may have about the experience. It can actually increase your confidence and independence.
Things to know
Equip yourself with as much information as possible as you prepare for your student exchange. Here are some essentials to keep in mind:
- Language - Worried about not speaking the language? Most programs don’t require you to know it beforehand. Depending on your studies, you can dive into full immersion or take language classes as an elective.
- Visas - Some countries require student visas, especially for longer stays. It’s a good idea to check with your embassy ASAP for the latest info. You can easily find embassies through GoAbroad's Embassy Directory.
- Costs - The price tag depends on where you're headed, how long you'll be there, and a few other factors. Worried about covering the cost? Try starting a crowdfunding campaign with FundMyTravel to help out.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Joining a high school exchange program abroad offers several benefits: wider global and cultural perspectives, academic learning, and personal growth. You don’t have to wait until college to gain all these (and more!).
The best high school exchange program for you might not be ideal for another teen, so it depends on your interests. But, generally speaking, a great program would be one that lets you experience it all—from academic learning to cultural immersion!
Foreign exchange programs provide you with the opportunity to live with a host family abroad, integrate into the local way of life, and study at a local high school. You gain an inside perspective into your host country’s culture and traditions.
Yes, you can study abroad at 14! Most programs for this age are typically short-term and focus on language learning, outdoor education, and community service. Foreign exchange programs are for students 15 years and older.
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