AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in Paraguay
by: AFS-USA
Spend a year or semester in el corazón de Sudamerica (the heart of South America) learning Spanish and immersing yourself in Paraguayan daily life. By living with a host family and attending a local high school, you’ll get an inside look at Paraguay’s fusion of Spanish and indigenous Guaraní cultures. You may catch sight of Guaraní indigenous people selling feathered headdresses in city plazas or ...
Spend a year or semester in el corazón de Sudamerica (the heart of South America) learning Spanish and immersing yourself in Paraguayan daily life. By living with a host family and attending a local high school, you’ll get an inside look at Paraguay’s fusion of Spanish and indigenous Guaraní cultures. You may catch sight of Guaraní indigenous people selling feathered headdresses in city plazas or pass locals riding through the streets in horse- or ox-drawn carts. As a country experiencing rapid change while remaining true to its cultural traditions, you will have the opportunity to experience both the ancient and the modern. This is your chance to participate in local customs like the asado (a traditional barbeque) and become an integral part of your community. Paraguay just might be Sout...
Program Highlights
Immerse yourself in Spanish – the best way to become fluent.
Make connections and memories you'll never forget with other AFS exchange students from all over the world.
Live with a host family to deepen your immersion and connection to Paraguayan culture; if you’re like most AFSers, you won’t want to leave this second family and home.
Sample delicious Paraguayan cuisine, including mandioca (cassava), sopa Paraguaya (cornbread baked with cheese, onions, and sometimes meat), and empanadas (deep-fried meat or vegetable turnovers).
Become a global citizen; gain intercultural communication skills; build your college and career résumé; and help create a more peaceful, understanding world.
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Quick Details
- Paraguay
- 3-6 Months
- 7-12 Months
- Community Service & Volunteering
- Experiential Learning
- Gap Year See more
- American
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Program Details
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Locations
- Paraguay
Types and Subjects
- Focus Areas
- Community Service & Volunteering
- Experiential Learning
- Gap Year
Availability
Years Offered: 2024, 2025
- 3-6 Months
- 7-12 Months
Age Requirement
14-17
Guidelines
- American
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Medical / Accident Insurance
- International Airfare
Accommodation Options
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- In-Person Interview Required
- Physical Exam/Health Records
- Transcript
- Online Application
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Megan Frye
Participated in 2017
Megan is originally from the midwestern area of the United States and went to Paraguay for a year in 2017 as an exchange student. After her gap year, ...
Megan Frye
Participated in 2017
My mother went abroad with AFS when she was my age, and I grew up hearing stories and listening to her read me some children's books in Danish. I've always had a spark of wanderlust and an interest in language learning, so it was almost a given that I would follow in my mother's footsteps and do my own gap year abroad.
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Spend a year or semester in el corazón de Sudamerica (the heart of South America) learning Spanish and immersing yourself in Paraguayan daily life. By living with a host family and attending a local high school, you’ll get an inside look at Paraguay’s fusion of Spanish and indigenous Guaraní cultures. You may catch sight of Guaraní indigenous people selling feathered headdresses in city plazas or pass locals riding through the streets in horse- or ox-drawn carts. As a country experiencing rapid change while remaining true to its cultural traditions, you will have the opportunity to experience both the ancient and the modern. This is your chance to participate in local customs like the asado (a traditional barbeque) and become an integral part of your community. Paraguay just might be Sout...
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Ready to Learn More?
Spend a year or semester in el corazón de Sudamerica (the heart of South America) learning Spanish and immersing yourself in Paraguayan daily life. By living with a host family and attending a local high school, you’ll get an inside look at Paraguay’s fusion of Spanish and indigenous Guaraní cultures. You may catch sight of Guaraní indigenous people selling feathered headdresses in city plazas or pass locals riding through the streets in horse- or ox-drawn carts. As a country experiencing rapid change while remaining true to its cultural traditions, you will have the opportunity to experience both the ancient and the modern. This is your chance to participate in local customs like the asado (a traditional barbeque) and become an integral part of your community. Paraguay just might be Sout...
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