High school student spending year abroad in Europe.?
And I want to learn a new language as well as experience the culture. Only problem is a lot of European countries speak awesome english, or want to practice it. What european countries(preferably West) speak not so much English? I want to be forced to speak a lot of the languge of the country, I want to isolate myself from English speakers. I am thinking along the lines of Belgium,Austria,Switzerland,Germany,France,etc. I don't really liek Spanish btw, and please dont recommend something like spanish or eastern european liek polish.
Studying Abroad - 2 Answers
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I had a wonderful time in the Czech Republic last summer and would recommend going to Praha. However... whereever you choose to go, simply make it known by attempting to speak in the local language that you wish to practice. Don't give up! Be persistent in using as little English as possible and choosing to speak in the local language. People will appreciate your effort and reward you with assistance.
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well programs like YFU and AYUSA as well as some other ones say that its recommended, not REQUIRED to know the language of a certain country. As for the other programs, some aren't really specific so i would suggest what they suggest also: just contact them and they should be able to answer any of the questions you have. I did.
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Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Wednesday, August 1, 2012
Foreign Exchange Student Questions please help!?
Foreign Exchange Student Questions please help!?
One of my best friends lives overseas in Belgium. They are thinking about coming to America for a school year as an exchange student. Is there anyway they could pick a specific city, school and host family? If so, what organization would you recommend going through? I have heard Rotary is good, but I don't know if they would let you pick the city, school and only have one host. Thanks so much! :)
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How cool that you have a friend there! Are you thinking of hosting him/her? If your friend wants a specific host family (which would also cover the city and school), what (s)he needs to ask for is a "Direct Placement" (DP). To the best of my knowledge (and forgive me, I don't know that much about Rotary - your local Club should be able to answer your questions) most (if not all) reputable organizations will do a DP *IF* the host family meets the organization's requirements to be a host AND *IF* the school accepts the student. Think about it this way -- it saves the organization the stress involved with finding a host family. If I may, I would like to recommend Youth For Understanding for your friend to use. YFU, AFS, and Rotary are frequently called "the big 3" when it comes to exchanges - long histories and good reputations, although a few others are making their way up that list. Please forgive my bias towards YFU - it's the one that I have direct experience with (I am a 5-time host mom and volunteer). I am gaining indirect experience by corresponding with former students. When I have asked exchange students why they chose YFU, I get the following answers: (1) YFU gave them more bang for their buck and/or (2) someone they knew and trusted recommended YFU. 95% of the fees collected by YFU go for direct program costs (airline tickets, support in hosting country, etc.). YFU has been around for almost 60 years and has learned how to make exchanges successful. If your friend chooses another organization, (s)he should make sure that it is listed with the Council for Standards on International Educational Travel (csiet.org). They routinely audit programs for quality. While it is possible that a good organization is not listed with them, it is less likely and I would advise doing more research on anyone that is not listed with them. I know that YFU does exchanges with Belgium as there are still some Belgian students who need homes for this year. Good luck to your friend!
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Saturday, July 28, 2012
What should I take on my trip to Europe?
What should I take on my trip to Europe?
I am going with Poeple to People Student Ambassadors to England, France, Belgium, and the Netherlands. My itinerary is here: http://studentambassadors.org/students-programs-details-baj.asp Thanks for helping!
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I'd like to mount a campaign to encourage people not to go anywhere. Travel has become so expensive and unpleasant that it's hard to understand why people don't stay home. Why are we crowding our highways and airports to get someplace else? Newspapers and magazines are filled with ads trying to get us to travel. They want us to go somewhere - anywhere but home.
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Saturday, July 14, 2012
P2P Student Ambassadors, I need money before I go!?
P2P Student Ambassadors, I need money before I go!?
I got an invitation to travel and study in England, France, Belgium, and the Netherlands but my parents mainly are saying no now because we dont have 5000 dollars + spending money right now. I'm considering getting a job during the school year but idk if I'll have time for it. I'm taking 2 APs, PreCal, Anatomy, Music theory, Physics, and Spanish 3. What do you guys think i should do? I need a way to raise money in time to go. Thanks!
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um... time to get a job
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Saturday, July 7, 2012
People to People Student Ambassador's Program?
People to People Student Ambassador's Program?
I've been receiving the letters every year since third grade for this program and now I'm in ninth grade and my mom is finally taking me to the meeting for this. The destinations are France, England, Ireland, Wales, Netherlands, Belgium. I was wondering if someone who has been to the meetings before or actually did the summer program if you know what the cost is and is there any other information you could give me? Thanks (:
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Cost can run as much a 7,000. A very large amount for parents to pay.
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I went like 2 years ago to Australia for about 3 weeks. It was the best time I have had! It is really fun and a different place. It cost about 3k(yours might cost alittle more cause more countries), yea its pretty expensive, but worth it if you got the spare money. It is really fun, they will be a group of about 40 of people around your age and you got to different parts of the county and just learn about there life and history. but you also just hangout and have fun. We went to beaches, the Great Barrier Reef and other great places. We just had the time of our lives. So its really fun Before you go on the actual trip you would meet around every other week (or so) with other people that are interested and you would talk about the rules and what you are going to experience. Also you will have some "games" that will make friends from people to people. It is just a great experience. Go have a blast and make everyday over there count cause once you leave, you would want to go back again!!!!
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A bunch of my friends have gone and they all really liked it. I've also been getting those letters and I definitely think you should go, if you have the money. It is kinda expensive.
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It is expensive but they give you ways to fundraise. I think that it is a great oppertunity. Just go to the meeting, and you will learn more about the program and the aproximate dates and cost. I just got accepted, and I couldn't be happier! They are like a huge family. We haven't gone on the trip yet, but we have already built friendships. I hope you have a wonderful time, if you do go. ~Ashley
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This is a very overpriced tourist trip. Although the letters might make you feel "special", they are an advertising ploy and thousands go out every year. If you are interested in a true exchange, go to a program like YFU, AFS or Rotary. For the cost of the average People to People program you have most of the money needed for a year abroad -- with all the benefits that go with it (such as language immersion).
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Sunday, July 1, 2012
i just got a letter to be a student ambassador. what does it mean?
i just got a letter to be a student ambassador. what does it mean?
i got a letter saying i was chosen to go on this trip thing to England, France, The Netherlands, and Belgium. has anyone else gotton one of these? why did i get it? it sounds fun but i dont know how much it will cost or how long it will be ? is it fun? i will be going into my junior year next summer, would there be people my age?
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It costs some money, in the thousands, and it's a good experience if you want to go. You must be able to take care of yourself and be mature though, because they won't babysit you. This program has had very bad reviews, just google "student ambassador program reviews" such as student negligence. But if you are sociable and can handle yourself well for a few weeks or so, by all means do it!
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i got a letter saying i was chosen to go on this trip thing to England, France, The Netherlands, and Belgium. has anyone else gotton one of these? why did i get it? it sounds fun but i dont know how much it will cost or how long it will be ? is it fun? i will be going into my junior year next summer, would there be people my age?
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It costs some money, in the thousands, and it's a good experience if you want to go. You must be able to take care of yourself and be mature though, because they won't babysit you. This program has had very bad reviews, just google "student ambassador program reviews" such as student negligence. But if you are sociable and can handle yourself well for a few weeks or so, by all means do it!
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Thursday, June 28, 2012
Foreign Exchange student scholarships?
Foreign Exchange student scholarships?
Are their any scholarships specifically made for foreign exchange students applying to college? Can someone please provide a link to a scholarship for this? What do colleges view exchange students as? I want to study abroad in Belgium my junior year of high school, and my mom says that colleges don't care. I'm trying to prove to her that they do.....please help!
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Any reputable college will look very favorably on an applicant who has studied abroad. Students with this type of experience tend to have very desirable personal qualities, such as maturity, leadership, ability to adapt to new situations, command of a foreign language, etc. Companies you apply to in the future will look more favorably on you for your multi-lingual, multicultural experience, initiative, etc. Scholarships for foreign exchange students are rare. However, if you go through AFS and similar well established programs for high school juniors/seniors, you will have a family to live with, etc. It is not all that expensive and absolutely worthwhile.
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Are their any scholarships specifically made for foreign exchange students applying to college? Can someone please provide a link to a scholarship for this? What do colleges view exchange students as? I want to study abroad in Belgium my junior year of high school, and my mom says that colleges don't care. I'm trying to prove to her that they do.....please help!
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Any reputable college will look very favorably on an applicant who has studied abroad. Students with this type of experience tend to have very desirable personal qualities, such as maturity, leadership, ability to adapt to new situations, command of a foreign language, etc. Companies you apply to in the future will look more favorably on you for your multi-lingual, multicultural experience, initiative, etc. Scholarships for foreign exchange students are rare. However, if you go through AFS and similar well established programs for high school juniors/seniors, you will have a family to live with, etc. It is not all that expensive and absolutely worthwhile.
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