AFS Intercultural Programs: Netherlands High School
by: AFS-USA
The Netherlands is a nation of very independent-minded people who are often characterized by their international outlook, tolerance of others- beliefs, and love of personal freedom. Half of the country lies below sea level on land created by walling off the North Sea with dikes. To keep towns from feeling overcrowded, citizens prefer to ride bicycles everywhere; you'll probably end up doing the sa...
The Netherlands is a nation of very independent-minded people who are often characterized by their international outlook, tolerance of others- beliefs, and love of personal freedom. Half of the country lies below sea level on land created by walling off the North Sea with dikes. To keep towns from feeling overcrowded, citizens prefer to ride bicycles everywhere; you'll probably end up doing the same. The Netherlands also has an excellent public transportation system, taking you from from the seaside to tiny villages to the ultra-hip capital of Amsterdam. Locals love water sports (frozen or not), and during the winter, ice skating across frozen canals is popular. The Dutch also have a strong sense of family, and meals are an important time to catch up on each other's lives. The cuisine is s...
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- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- 7-12 Months
- Experiential Learning
- Language Immersion
- Student Exchange
- American
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Locations
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
Types and Subjects
- Focus Areas
- Experiential Learning
- Language Immersion
- Student Exchange
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 7-12 Months
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- American
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Medical / Accident Insurance
- International Airfare
Qualifications & Experience
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- In-Person Interview Required
- Written Application
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The Netherlands is a nation of very independent-minded people who are often characterized by their international outlook, tolerance of others- beliefs, and love of personal freedom. Half of the country lies below sea level on land created by walling off the North Sea with dikes. To keep towns from feeling overcrowded, citizens prefer to ride bicycles everywhere; you'll probably end up doing the same. The Netherlands also has an excellent public transportation system, taking you from from the seaside to tiny villages to the ultra-hip capital of Amsterdam. Locals love water sports (frozen or not), and during the winter, ice skating across frozen canals is popular. The Dutch also have a strong sense of family, and meals are an important time to catch up on each other's lives. The cuisine is s...
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The Netherlands is a nation of very independent-minded people who are often characterized by their international outlook, tolerance of others- beliefs, and love of personal freedom. Half of the country lies below sea level on land created by walling off the North Sea with dikes. To keep towns from feeling overcrowded, citizens prefer to ride bicycles everywhere; you'll probably end up doing the same. The Netherlands also has an excellent public transportation system, taking you from from the seaside to tiny villages to the ultra-hip capital of Amsterdam. Locals love water sports (frozen or not), and during the winter, ice skating across frozen canals is popular. The Dutch also have a strong sense of family, and meals are an important time to catch up on each other's lives. The cuisine is s...
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