Our different program options give you the opportunity to customize your EF High School Year experience. You can spend your exchange year in two destinations, make a regional choice or study at a private high school.
The following program options are available:
- Two-in-one: Study in two countries during one exchange year
- Regional choices in the USA, France and Germany
- Private international high schools: EF International Academy
- Short-term program: Study abroad for 2 or 3 months
Two-in-One
This is the perfect way to experience two countries in one exchange year. During your EF High School Year you will spend one semester in the USA and a second semester in France, Germany or Costa Rica.
Spend your first semester in the USA. Live with a local host family and attend an authentic American high school. Share classes with new friends, take new and exciting subjects, and participate in after-school activities such as the school newspaper, the theatre group, the band and school sports teams. Outside school, spend time with your friends and host family. Go to a baseball game, visit the mall, see a movie or just “hang out.” During your semester in the USA you will experience an energetic culture and the famous American high school spirit.
Then, after spending your first semester in the USA, it’s time to move on to new adventures! For your second semester, you can choose between these countries:
France – The world centre for culture, cuisine and fashion
Germany – Known for its friendly atmosphere, fun festivals, soccer and fascinating history
Costa Rica – Fall in love with this exotic and friendly country while you improve your Spanish
No matter which country you choose, this is your ultimate opportunity to become a genuine “citizen of the world.”
If you have any questions or would like to discuss this option with one of our staff members, give us a call or send us an e-mail.
Regional Choices
Request where in your destination country you want to spend your student exchange year. Apply early to the program if you are interested in making a regional request.
EF High School Year offers regional choices in the following host countries:
Private International High Schools
Prepare for the world’s top universities at EF International Academy. You can choose a traditional American high school program or the International Baccalaureate Diploma as well as A-level programs.
Students graduating from EF International Academy are guaranteed university placement. Choose between living on campus in student accommodations or with a host family. Program length is 1 to 4 years.
The following high school programs are available at EF International Academy:
- American High School Programme Grades 9-12
- International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
- A-Level Programme
EF International Academy campuses are located in:
- New York, USA
- Oxford, England
- Torquay, England
- Vancouver, Canada
- Singapore
For more information, pleases visit www.ef.com/academy or contact your local EF office.
Short-term program: Study abroad for 2 or 3 months
Go on a student exchange for 2 or 3 months. Live with a host family and study at a high school with local students. This program is only available in the following countries:
For students coming from New Zealand, the program is available in the following EF High School Year host countries:
- Japan
- Thailand
- France
- Germany