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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

9.52

2897 reviews

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

9.63

62 reviews

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-...

Online language learning
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Preply

8

1 reviews

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.

9.69

480 reviews

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’...

Beyond
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Beyond Academy

9.23

209 reviews

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...

EF Language
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EF Education First

8.74

61 reviews

EF Language Travel (Age 13-16)

Explore the world and have the summer of your life abroad with an all-inclusive course. Learn a language, dive into your hobbies, and make friends from over 100 countries — all with 24/7 support and an EF Leader with you throughout your trip. EF's Teen...

Madrid
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Expanish

9.15

75 reviews

Study Spanish Language in Madrid

Immerse yourself in Spain’s vibrant capital while perfecting your Spanish at Expanish’s Madrid language school. Located in the heart of Madrid, our school provides a dynamic learning environment with small class sizes (max 12 students) and personalized...

students in Italy
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Dante Alighieri Siena - Learning Italy

9.56

9 reviews

Learning Italy: Summer Abroad Program in Tuscany - 5 Weeks

The Summer Abroad Program offered by Learning Italy in Tuscany is a five-week immersive experience designed for university students interested in earning academic credits while deeply engaging with Italian culture. This program, hosted in the historica...

Enforex students
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Enforex - Spanish in The Spanish World

0

0 reviews

Spanish Courses in Spain with Enforex

Dive into a language adventure in some of Spain’s most vibrant cities with Enforex! Choose from iconic destinations like Barcelona, Madrid, Seville, or the beaches of Marbella and Valencia.Our program combines dynamic Spanish lessons with thrilling cul...

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.

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 number 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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Program: Chinese Immersion Camp in China

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