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CIEE HS Summer Abroad: Civic Engagement in Copenhagen

Program Overview

Develop a blueprint for change from your home base of Copenhagen, set to become the world’s first carbon-neutral capital by 2025.

See what it takes to fight for the planet and drive social change. Witness Copenhagen’s decarbonization initiatives firsthand: Learn about the giant wind turbines that dot the city’s picturesque seascape and visit the iconic power plant that not only turns waste into clean energy but also serves as a year-round ski slope!

Discover the evolution of climate policy in Denmark and delve into policies as well strategies for influencing public opinion. Talk about climate change with students from The Green Youth Movement. In the end, develop your own advocacy strategy to help tackle the biggest challenge of our time.

Soak up daily life in Copenhagen and get to know Nordic nature. Swim in one of Copenhagen’s clean harbor pools. Discover the countless parks and canals and get a taste of Danish beach life. Outside the city, explore the renewable energy island of Samsø while enjoying farm-fresh strawberries!

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Program Highlights

Tour the colorful landmarks of Copenhagen—tag along with a Danish language instructor to learn how to recognize street names and important words for finding your way in the city. 
Loop through Copenhagen’s canals and harbor and see people living on boats, the modern Opera House, a retired Danish submarine, the famous Little Mermaid statue, and palaces.
Climb Copenhill, a man-made trash incinerator turned into a ski hill, and take in gorgeous views of the city.
Swim at Amager Strandpark, Copenhagen’s largest beach known for its "sand-sational" manmade lagoon, promenade, water sports, and swans.
Travel to Aarhus, among Denmark’s oldest cities, and walk through time—literally—and visit The Old Town living museum and meet Danes from the 19th century, the 1920s, and the 1970s.

What's Included

Tuition & Fees
Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
All Program Activity Costs
Wifi Costs
Medical / Accident Insurance
Travel Insurance
Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Pre-Departure Orientation
In-Country Orientation
Emergency Support

Program Details

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Locations

  • Copenhagen, Denmark

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • 2026

Eligible Nationalities

  • American

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • Education
  • High School Freshman (1st Year)
  • High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • High School Junior (3rd Year)
  • High School Senior (4th Year)
  • High School 5th Year or More

Accommodation Options

  • Group living
  • Other

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Age Requirement

14-17

Duration

  • 2-4 Weeks
  • Summer

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