GoAbroad

If you are interested in delving into the tombs of the lost Etruscan civilization and then unearthing your way back through the ruins of Rome, Sparta, and Athens, then this program is for you. As you walk in the footsteps of the great military leaders like Julius Caesar, Pompeii and Augustus you discover how their ruthless tactics of power politics are both revered and reviled to this day. Connect...

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Program Highlights

Step back in time while exploring the ancient lands of the gods beginning in Crete

Run a 100m, 200m race against your classmates where the FIRST EVER Olympic games were held before Zeus.

Run the hands of time back to when Italy was divided into states and each celebrating their own gods before the rise of the Caesar and polytheism.

Benefit from a 9:1 student/teacher ratio.

There is NOTHING that compares to a sunrise over the Roman Colosseum, while doing your morning stretches in the ruins of the Roman Forum under the Arch of Titus.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Athens, Greece
  • Crete, Greece
  • Naxos, Greece
  • Naples, Italy
  • Paestum, Italy
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Availability
Year(s) Offered2026, 2027, 2028, 2029Terms Available:
  • Fall
Age Requirement:14-17
Types & Subjects
Subjects & Courses:
  • Creative Writing
  • English
  • Literature
Focus Areas:
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Awards

Notable Mention 2021 - High School Abroad

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

10

Total Reviews

4

Get the absolute most out of their time abroad

February 08, 2026by: Darcy Gillespie

Program: Fall Term 1 in Europe

10

I had an amazing experience on the term 3 Kingdoms trip to western Europe in 2019. The MEI community and teachers are very supportive and helped everyone get the absolute most out of their time abroad! Definitely recommend.

Partaking in this MEI trip changed my life

January 18, 2026by: Jayne Bartels

Program: Fall Term 1 in Europe

10

I was a student on the Europe: Kingdoms trip 2 years ago. At first, I was quite nervous about travelling with a group of people I never met before but before I knew it I felt like we were family! I can honestly say that partaking in this MEI trip changed my life and I met some truly amazing people. I loved learning outside of a traditional classroom and exploring the beautiful cities we visited during our free time. The teachers who accompanied us on the trip were extremely supportive in both academics and personal issues. I came back from my MEI experience feeling more confident in myself and had a more positive attitude overall. I highly recommend MEI and I will never forget the amazing memories our group made together.

Such an immersive experience!

March 19, 2021by: Julia Michaud - Canada

Program: Fall Term 1 in Europe

10

I’d never been so engaged with course material before going abroad with MEI. There’s something special about feeling physically connected to the things you are learning. It was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and I would recommend to anyone who is considering!

Program Details

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Locations

  • Athens, Greece
  • Crete, Greece
  • Naxos, Greece
  • Naples, Italy

Types and Subjects

  • Subjects & Courses
  • Creative Writing
  • English
  • Literature

Availability

Years Offered: 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029

Terms Available:
  • Fall
Duration:
  • 5-8 Weeks

Age Requirement

14-17

Guidelines

All Nationalities

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • All Program Activity Costs
  • Wifi Costs

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Group living
  • Guest House
  • Other

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • In-Person Interview when Feasible
  • Phone/Video Interview
  • Letters of Reference
  • Transcript
MEI Academy World High School

MEI Academy World High School

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If you are interested in delving into the tombs of the lost Etruscan civilization and then unearthing your way back through the ruins of Rome, Sparta, and Athens, then this program is for you. As you walk in the footsteps of the great military leaders like Julius Caesar, Pompeii and Augustus you discover how their ruthless tactics of power politics are both revered and reviled to this day. Connections between the blood sports of the Colosseum to the modern MMA fighting lead to a comparison of the athletic competitions of Ancient Olympia to the modern-day Olympics. Each day we map human connections to our past as we discover how the ideas of Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle laid the foundation to our modern thought, and explore how the plays of Aeschylus, Sophocles and Euripides established t...

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