AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in Panama
by: AFS-USA
Experience the warmth of the Panamanian culture, try new and flavorful dishes, and make connections that will last you a lifetime! By going to a local high school, you’ll be totally immersed in the vibrancy and joy of the Panamanian language and culture, and what you learn during the day will be reinforced at night when you go home to your own host family and community. Through the homestay and lo...
Experience the warmth of the Panamanian culture, try new and flavorful dishes, and make connections that will last you a lifetime! By going to a local high school, you’ll be totally immersed in the vibrancy and joy of the Panamanian language and culture, and what you learn during the day will be reinforced at night when you go home to your own host family and community. Through the homestay and local school experience, you’ll learn Panama’s history, participating in community events like parades, festivals, and other folkloric holidays.
Program Highlights
Live in a welcoming Panamanian community, often in a small town or rural area, and experience daily life like a local.
Build lifelong friendships with classmates and neighbors as you share school days, family time, and community traditions.
Join in dances, sports, and hangouts at parks or movies, while exploring Panama’s love for baseball, soccer, and basketball.
Discover your passions by working with AFS staff to choose a field of study in business, humanities, sciences, and more.
Savor Panama’s rich cuisine, blending Caribbean, Colombian, and North American flavors with seafood, corn, rice, and tropical fruits.
Quick Details
- Panama
- 7-12 Months
- Homestays
- Student Exchange
- American
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Program Details
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Locations
- Panama
Types and Subjects
- Focus Areas
- Homestays
- Student Exchange
Availability
Years Offered: 2026
- 7-12 Months
Age Requirement
14-17
Guidelines
- American
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Some Program Activity Costs
- Travel Insurance
Accommodation Options
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- Some high school, no diploma
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Written Application
- Other
- In-Person Interview when Feasible
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Experience the warmth of the Panamanian culture, try new and flavorful dishes, and make connections that will last you a lifetime! By going to a local high school, you’ll be totally immersed in the vibrancy and joy of the Panamanian language and culture, and what you learn during the day will be reinforced at night when you go home to your own host family and community. Through the homestay and local school experience, you’ll learn Panama’s history, participating in community events like parades, festivals, and other folkloric holidays.
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Ready to Learn More?
Experience the warmth of the Panamanian culture, try new and flavorful dishes, and make connections that will last you a lifetime! By going to a local high school, you’ll be totally immersed in the vibrancy and joy of the Panamanian language and culture, and what you learn during the day will be reinforced at night when you go home to your own host family and community. Through the homestay and local school experience, you’ll learn Panama’s history, participating in community events like parades, festivals, and other folkloric holidays.
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