AFS Intercultural Programs

AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in France France

Paris is magnificent, but France is more than one city. There's the beautiful countryside from the Atlantic to the Alps and from the English Channel t... Read more

AFS Intercultural Progams: High School Abroad in Switzerland Switzerland

Switzerland is a small, polished gem of a country, with mountains, forests, lakes, and modern cities like Zurich and Geneva. While there are three com... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: Abroad in New Zealand New Zealand

New Zealand's two islands are divided by Cook Strait. The North Island boasts volcanoes, hot springs, mud pools, geysers, and beautiful beaches, while... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: Australia Gap-Year Australia

The land down under is the smallest continent and the largest island in the world! It is as large as the United States, and has a population less than... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in Italy Italy

Italians know how to enjoy life, whether through exquisite art, music, and architecture; the company of friends and family; the beautiful game of socc... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: Study Abroad in Costa Rica Costa Rica

Costa Rica is one of the most popular destinations for AFS-USA Exchange Students, and with good reason. The country is home to proud, friendly, and pe... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: Denmark High School and Gap-Year Programs Denmark

Denmark is a small country (approximately 5.4 million people) that has a lot to offer within easy reach: beautiful landscapes, informal culture, moder... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: Ghana High School and Gap-Year Programs Ghana

Ghana is one of the friendliest and most welcoming of West African nations. While English is the official language, there are more than 52 native tong... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in Argentina Argentina

Mention Argentina and people think of gauchos, sultry tango dancers, or maybe Evita - but there's more, from first-rate museums, galleries, theaters, ... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in Belgium Belgium

As one of the multicultural microcosms in the heart of Europe, mixing contemporary society with a rich history, Belgium provides an enjoyable and exci... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in Brazil Brazil

Come to the country that celebrates life everyday! From Carnaval, one of the world's most famous celebrations, to the hospitable nature of the Brazili... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in Chile Chile

Discover the southernmost country of the world or, as Pablo Neruda (Chilean Nobel Prize Winner) once wrote, the country made for poets. From flamingos... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in China China

In many ways, the future belongs to China, a country with a long history, large population, many cultures, and many political and economic changes ove... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in Denmark Denmark

Denmark is a small country (approximately 5.4 million people) that has a lot to offer within easy reach: beautiful landscapes, informal culture, moder... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in Ecuador Ecuador

Ecuador is one of the most fascinating destinations in South America with its array of vibrant cultures, historical colonial architecture, volcanic la... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in Finland Finland

Dispel any notions you might have of Finland being a cold, snowy, northern country; it is alive with vibrant culture, outdoor activities, lush landsca... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in Germany Germany

After the successful 2006 World Cup, the image of Germany's a modern country with friendly and welcoming citizens was solidified. Already well known f... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in Ghana Ghana

Ghana is one of the friendliest West African nations. While English is the official language, there are more than 52 native tongues and hundreds of di... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in Honduras Honduras

Honduras is known for its natural beauty and relaxed pace of life, combined with thousands of years of history and a promising future. It has the worl... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in Hungary Hungary

Hungary boasts small hamlets, rustic churches, soaring castles, and cafes. The countryside is out of a storybook, and its national heroes are poets an... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in Iceland Iceland

Iceland is a world apart from the normal, filled with rugged coastlines, glaciers, hot springs, geysers, volcanoes, and lava deserts. The resilient cu... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in Japan Japan

Japan is where ancient gods and centuries-old customs meet cutting-edge modern life and an innovative society. From the ritual tea ceremonies and grac... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in Malaysia Malaysia

Native Malays share citizenship with ethnic Chinese and Indians, and though the state religion is Islam, Buddhist shrines and Hindu temples are as com... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in Norway Norway

Norway is famous for its breathtaking glaciers and fjords, but this country also has large forested areas, rich farmland, gentle valleys, and sunny be... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in Panama Panama

The warm and hospitable people of Panama's will welcome you with open arms. The country's name comes from a Native American word meaning place of many... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in Paraguay Paraguay

Paraguay, is alive with tradition, fusing the indigenous Guarani Indian culture with the culture of the Spanish conquistadors. While Spanish is the na... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in Portugal Portugal

Portugal, one of the oldest countries in Europe, has been independent since the 12th century. You'll find folk festivals, traditional Fado music, and ... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in Russia Russia

Ask someone about Russia, and many people will talk about a cold, snowy place. It's your time to change that way of thinking. Russia is a vast country... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in Spain Spain

Being at the crossroads of Europe, Africa, the Mediterranean, and the Atlantic has helped Spain develop a rich culture. There are four languages spoke... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in Sweden Sweden

Stretching more than 1,200 miles from its northern reaches in the Arctic Circle to its southern tip that is parallel with Denmark, Sweden encompasses ... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in Thailand Thailand

Thailand, the land of smiles, and the gateway country of Southeast Asia, draws more visitors than any other country in Southeast Asia thanks to breath... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: High School in Austria Austria

Austria sits in the heart of Europe, and has historically been a crossroads for communication in Europe. Its citizens are known for their Gemutlichkei... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: High School in Egypt Egypt

Egypt, the "cradle of civilization," embraces a unique mix of modern Islam and Christianity, Middle Eastern folk cultures, with Western culture. Becau... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: High School in Turkey Turkey

The Turks say their country is like a man running west on a train heading east. They are referring to the dichotomies you'll experience in this vibran... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: Honduras High School Program Honduras

Honduras is known for its natural beauty and relaxed pace of life, combined with thousands of years of history and a promising future. It has the worl... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: India High School Program India

India is bounded to the southwest by the Arabian Sea, to the southeast by the Bay of Bengal and the Indian Ocean to the south. Along its northeastern ... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: Netherlands High School Netherlands

The Netherlands is a nation of very independent-minded people who are often characterized by their international outlook, tolerance of others- beliefs... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: Peru High School and Gap Year Programs Peru

Andean peaks surround Machu Picchu; lush tropical rainforests, Amazonian jungles, sandy beaches, arid deserts, remote farmland and fishing villages ma... Read more

AFS Intercultural Programs: Study Abroad in Czech Republic Czech Republic

The people of the Czech Republic are among some of the most open-minded in central Europe. Their capital city, Prague, is world-renowned for its suppo... Read more