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February 5, 2021

What is The Experiment’s refund policy?

Your $400 non-refundable enrollment deposit and $50 application fee are required to hold space on one of our programs this summer. Your $400 enrollment deposit and program tuition (fees) are 100% refundable for any reason before the program start date. Withdrawals must be in writing and signed by the Participant…
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February 5, 2021

Could my program be canceled this summer?

The Experiment is the most experienced provider of summer abroad programs for high school students. We are considering our longstanding history and experience within new global and local COVID-19 contexts. The Experiment’s/World Learning’s executive and risk management teams continue to monitor the impact of COVID-19 on the travel industry. We…
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faqs-digital
February 4, 2021

IS IT SAFE FOR MY CHILD TO BE INTERACTING WITH OTHERS ONLINE?

The Experiment Digital is held on a closed workspace on Canvas, a learning management system. Only those with an invitation will be able to access the platform and any information on the platform. The program will then begin with a module on digital citizenship, which teaches the students how to…
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February 4, 2021

WHO WILL SUPERVISE THE PROGRAM AND WHAT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS DO YOU TAKE?

Throughout the entirety of the program, students will be directly supervised by a professional facilitator, who are typically alumni of our program who have experience with cultural exchange and undergo an intensive month-long training on online facilitation. They will be monitoring all interactions on the online platform. If anything of…
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February 4, 2021

HOW DO YOU SELECT THE FINILISTS FOR THE EXPERIMENT DIGITAL?

During our application review, we look for participants who: (1) demonstrate a commitment to the program and its goals; (2) are passionate about developing their leadership and cross-cultural communication skills; (3) have an open-minded attitude and are willing to learn from others; (4) have an interest in the program’s theme;…
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February 4, 2021

WHAT BENEFITS DOES THE EXPERIMENT DIGITAL OFFER?

Students who participate in and complete The Experiment Digital Youth Leadership & Community Service or STEAM Discovery Lab, will receive a Certificate of Completion, gain access to the U.S. Department of State’s International Exchange Alumni network, and be eligible to apply for unique project funding opportunities from the U.S. Department…
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February 4, 2021

WHEN DOES THE EXPERIMENT DIGITAL TAKE PLACE?

The program takes place for either six weeks in the spring or eight weeks over the summer and will require 3–4 hours of time each week. Of the 4 hours, 3 hours will be carried out on their own time. They can choose when to complete those activities, and how…
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February 4, 2021

WHAT DOES A TYPICAL WEEK DURING THE EXPERIMENT DIGITAL LOOK LIKE?

Here is what a typical week during the program may look like: Anytime Watch a video to learn how to analyze the root causes of an issue happening in your community. (5 minutes) Share your perspective on why homelessness is happening in your city and respond to what your peers…
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February 4, 2021

WHO FUNDS THE EXPERIMENT DIGITAL?

The Experiment Digital Youth Leadership & Community Service and STEAM Discovery Lab virtual exchanges are funded by the Stevens Initiative, which is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State and administered by the Aspen Institute. The Stevens Initiative is also supported by the Bezos Family Foundation and the governments of…
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February 4, 2021

WHO IMPLEMENTS THE EXPERIMENT DIGITAL?

The Experiment Digital is implemented by staff at The Experiment. The Experiment is the nation’s most experienced and respected provider of international education and experiential learning for high school students. For more than 85 years, our summer study abroad programs have allowed students to explore the world in a personal,…
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