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A great way to quickly learn a language (and all the quirks of the local dialect, which textbooks and apps often don’t cover) is to learn that language abroad! Foreign language courses at international language schools will be a lot more effective than that language learning app you never open anymore. Why? Because you can put all of those verb conjugation charts into use after class to see how those idiomatic expressions hold up with locals. In order to learn a language, you need practice. A lot of practice. Language programs abroad have you covered!
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Maximo Language programs
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MAXIMO NIVEL

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Spanish Immersion Programs | Learn Spanish in Latin America

Live and study in Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Peru. Maximo Nivel offers the most intensive and professional Spanish immersion program in Latin America. Our Native Spanish Program emphasizes oral communication and integrated skills development to truly h...

Student in Japan
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KCP International Japanese Language School

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Learn Japanese in Tokyo, Japan!

KCP International Japanese Language School, a non-profit educational foundation, is pleased to offer students from around the world a unique opportunity to learn more about Japan, its language, people, and culture. Our programs are open to all English-...

Spain
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Seville Abroad

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Spanish Courses in Spain with Seville Abroad

Learn Spanish in the country where it is spoken - Spain! Enroll in any of our Spanish courses, which are designed and adapted to all ages and needs!You will learn from a team of highly qualified teachers with vast experience. They are all graduates in ...

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Preply

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Prepare to speak confidently with the best online tutors

Learning with a tutor is life changing. That's why we match online tutors from across the globe with learners, and empower them to create personalized live language classes with tools and learning materials. This is how we deliver progress, create enga...

GAC students in China
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Go Abroad China Ltd.

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Learn Chinese in China with GAC

Go Abroad China (GAC) has 22+years of experience offering immersive Chinese language programs to students from over 50 countries. Join over 1,500 participants who have studied Mandarin at top universities like Tsinghua, Peking University, and BLUC.GAC’...

Georgiana French language teacher
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Paris-French-Immersion

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Learn French & Stay at Your Teacher’s House (Near Paris)

Escape to the charming countryside of Paris, just 30 km southwest of the City of Light, in the heart of the breathtaking Vallée de Chevreuse.Welcome to Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse, a hidden gem where nature, history, and culture blend harmoniously. Here, ...

Beyond
9.21200 reviews

Beyond Academy

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Immersive Language Program in Tokyo

Excited about learning Japanese and want to immerse yourself alongside like-minded people in Japan?Beyond Academy is one of GoAbroad’s Top-Rated Program Providers. With 500+ verified five-star online reviews from alumni, we’re recognized for delivering...

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University of Haifa International School (UHIS)

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Hebrew Intensive Winter Program in Haifa

Take this opportunity to study Hebrew at the University of Haifa, together with students from different parts of the globe! Enroll in the Intensive Hebrew Winter Ulpan, one of Israel’s most effective language learning programs. Open to all high school ...

Meiji Academy
9.85439 reviews

Meiji Academy

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Meiji Academy - Study Japanese in Fukuoka

Meiji Academy is your gateway to Japan through our numerous Japanese courses! Choose the type of class that fits your interest and learning style. This way you will learn the language in the most efficient and fun way. - Our Standard Japanese course ha...

How to Study at Language Schools Abroad

What are language schools?

International language schools are pretty much what they sound like. They’re designated institutions or organizations that specialize in the instruction of one or multiple languages, which pretty much always includes the local language. They offer highly effective lessons, as well as plenty of opportunities for practice, if you want to learn a language abroad.

The benefits of learning a language abroad

The biggest benefit of learning a language abroad is immersion! Learning Spanish in Madrid is a lot different than learning it in a classroom at home. Everywhere you go in your host country, you’ll be exposed to the language you’re trying to learn. Even a trip to the grocery store will be a language learning experience! 

Other benefits of taking language courses abroad include increased confidence and feelings of capability, new perspectives, a greater understanding of intercultural communication, and maybe even new ways of thinking.

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Frequently Asked Questions

To learn a language abroad, you'll first need to choose which language you want to learn and where you want to learn it. After, you'll apply to language programs in that destination, pay program fees, book a flight, and be on your way!

Think about your goals for language acquisition. Are you trying to be a more competitive job applicant? Or do you just want to be a more intentional traveler? The languages you should learn will change depending on what you want to achieve.

You can learn a foreign language pretty much anywhere! Some of the best language programs in the world are in Spain (for Spanish), Morocco (for Arabic), France (for French), and China (for Mandarin).

Living in a country where your target language is spoken is one of the best ways to learn a language. Stay with a host family to ensure that you're consistently immersed in the local language to give yourself plenty of opportunity to build skills.

Some of the most useful languages to learn are Spanish, Mandarin, and Arabic, due to the amount of native speakers across the world. Being fluent in one or more of these languages will advance your career and improve the quality of your travels!

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More Than Just Classes: A School That Truly Cares

November 17, 2025by: Kiana Linehan - United StatesProgram: Intensive Chinese Group Class in 5 Cities | That's Mandarin
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我第一个印象是:哇,That’s Mandarin 成都真的很关心我。很快回复我的电子邮件,回答我所有的问题。我来的时候,也是这样。老师们都很认真。下课的时候他们跟学生去吃饭,帮你用汉语,不只是在上课的时候帮你。 My first impression of That’s Mandarin was, “wow they really care about answering all my emails quickly, and answering every question.” I would ask them lists of questions, and each question was answered clearly and often with accompanying pictures! When I came here it was the same feeling. The teachers all work very hard to help students both in and out of class, giving me real world application of the language. Life outside of class is very important to me, and the teachers here helped put me in contact with a volunteer organization. Since the students do not live in dorms in the same building as where classes are held, students explore Chengdu on their own. That’s Mandarin’s monthly events consist of bilingual corners and opportunities to meet locals, which has been great for me to make friends to explore Chengdu with. The NiHaoCafe progression system works in a way that helps me feel as if I am progressing in day-to-day situations as well as textbook situations, and the content is engaging to where I stay motivated to study. Overall, That’s Mandarin’s environment has pushed me to be more independent by exploring and using Chinese outside of the classroom, and has given me fun textbook exercises so I can better measure my Mandarin progress.

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