PROGRAMS ABROAD FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

The Experiment offers high school summer abroad programs on four continents that empower young people to step off the beaten path, experience the world as a classroom, immerse themselves fully in another culture, and build the knowledge and skills needed to confront critical global issues.

  • Costa Rica

    The Leadership Institute: Climate Change in Costa Rica

    Explore Costa Rica’s diverse landscapes, vibrant communities, and unwavering commitment to preserving its natural treasures. Join us on this learning journey on climate change and let Costa Rica’s beauty and culture leave an unforgettable mark on your heart and soul.

    Deepen your awareness and learn from local communities to take climate action back to your home communities. Participants on this program are required to participate in pre-departure virtual sessions and a post-program community action project in their home communities.

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  • Ecuador

    Ecuador: The Galápagos Islands & The Andes

    Explore Ecuador’s natural wonders, from the Andes mountains to the Amazon basin and the Galápagos archipelago. See seals in their natural habitat, snorkel, hike a volcano, and take in the country’s vast biodiversity.

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  • France

    France: French Language & Culture

    Advance your French language through classes and cultural immersion. Find inspiration while visiting the world’s most celebrated art museums in Paris and go on a quest to capture the city’s charm under the guidance of French artists.

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  • France

    France: Cultural Discovery

    Discover the richness of France through its diverse cultures and regions—from Paris to a border community and its neighboring country.

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  • Germany

    Germany: International Relations & The E.U.

    Travel through Germany and visit Belgium and Luxembourg as you learn about international politics and gain fascinating insights into the European Union.

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  • Ghana

    Internship: Ghana Contemporary Art & Culture

    Experience West Africa through the lens of Sankofa, a Ghanaian concept that links the past with a sustainable future. Working with a local organization, you’ll learn to appreciate the importance of Africa’s tangible and imagined histories as you earn college credit and prepare for your future career.

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  • Italy

    Italy: Culinary Training & Culture

    Fall in love with the flavors of Italy as you take in the historic sites of Rome, learn to cook in Asti, and live with a family in the southern part of the country. Receive language and culinary training from renowned institutions.

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  • Japan

    Japan: Anime & Manga

    Immerse yourself in the anime and manga capital of the world. Develop your illustration skills and design techniques through interactive classes with industry experts.

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  • Japan

    Japan: Japanese Language & Culture

    Study Japanese through intensive language training and exciting activities. Explore vibrant Tokyo neighborhoods and stay with a host family in a different region.  

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  • Jordan

    Jordan: Arabic Language & The Middle East

    Develop your Arabic language skills and earn academic credit while exploring Jordan’s social, political, and environmental landscapes. Explore the country’s ancient landmarks, such as Petra and Jerash.

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  • South Korea

    South Korea: Korean Language & Culture

    Study Korean through intensive language training and interactive activities. Explore the outstanding UNESCO World Heritage sites to learn about Korean history and cultural values.

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  • South Korea

    South Korea: K-Culture & Peacebuilding

    Explore themes of peace and conflict resolution while experiencing South Korea’s distinct blend of modern K-pop culture and ancient traditions.

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  • Spain

    Spain: Spanish Language through the Arts

    Improve your Spanish with language practice through the arts as you explore Madrid and Andalucía’s cultural landmarks and hidden treasures.

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  • Spain

    Spain: Spanish Language & Culture

    Improve your Spanish with formal language training as you explore Madrid and Andalucía’s cultural landmarks and hidden treasures.

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  • Spain

    Spain: Cultural Discovery

    Explore Barcelona, Madrid, Valencia, and Toledo as you learn about the differences in cultures across Spain’s distinct regions. Experience flamenco, taste tapas, see renowned works of art, and interact with locals along the way.

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