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Location:
Various cities/towns - Australia
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Host Institution: AYUSA Global Youth Exchange
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Language of Instruction: English
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Academic Credit Available: Yes
Overview
Come and see for yourself what it is like to live "down under" on the world's largest island and smallest continent. Australia is a country as diverse as it is fascinating. Famous icons such as Sydney Opera House and Ayers Rock do scant justice to the richness of Australia's natural treasures, cultural diversity and its vastness. It is the native habitat for the kangaroo and the koala, some of the world's most interesting animals. Australia offers a wealth of experiences, from the drama of the outback and the spectacle of the Great Barrier Reef to the cosmopolitanism of Sydney.
Location
AYUSA students studying in Australia are placed with carefully matched host families. When attending the regional program, placements are made throughout Australia, and students attend public schools.
Program Highlights
AYUSA offers students a comprehensive arrival orientation to help ease the transition to living abroad. Group excursions and activities keep program participants in contact with one another and allow students to explore various cultural attractions in Australia. These trips are available for an additional fee and include a Victoria/ New South Wales trip, an Alice Springs/ Uluru trip, and others. Detailed information will be provided once students are on program.
Education
The education system of Australia is of international standard and is recognized worldwide. The range of subjects offered varies from school to school, and some schools specialize in areas such as music, arts, drama, languages or sports.
Core subjects include: Science, Physical Education, Foreign Language (usually French or Asian languages), Math and English. Some schools offer optional classes, such as Music or Computer Science.
Academic Credit
Academic credit is available.
Depending on specific school - please contact us directly.
Eligibility
15-19 years old * 2.75 GPA or higher (4.0 scale) * Flexible and mature personality; desire to be challenged, ability to remain open-minded and tolerant of cultural differences
Housing/Accommodation
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Homestay / Host Family
We secure your homestay/host family before you depart.
Program Costs
Academic Year $18,750 July - May
Fall Semester $11,100 July - Jan
Spring Semester $11,100 Jan - July
Costs
Include: * Round-trip international airfare from closest international airport to your community
* International round-trip airfare from a major U.S. city
* Placement in a carefully selected host family and school
* 24-hour worldwide emergency assistance throughout the program
* Pre-departure and in-country orientations
* Student Handbook
* Assistance in obtaining a passport and visa
* Supervision and counseling during the application process
and throughout the program
* Periodic progress reports
* AYUSA T-shirt
Financial Aid
Yes.
AYUSA awards Youth Leader Scholarships (YLS) based on academic merit and financial need. Deadlines are September 1st (Spring) and March 1st (Fall/Academic Year/Summer). For more information about the YLS, visit:
http://www.ayusastudyabroad.org/scholarships
Dates
Spring Semester (Jan - May)
Deadline: Oct 1
Academic Year (July - May)
Deadline: April 1
Fall Semester (July - Dec)
Deadline: April 1
(All dates are approximations and might vary from year to year)
Deadlines
Deadline: October 1 (Spring Program) / Deadline: April 1 (Academic Year & Fall Semester Programs)
Contact
AYUSA Global Youth Exchange
High School Study Abroad
600 California Street Floor #10
San Francisco, CA 94108
USA
Tel:
800-727-4540
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