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Location:
Select cities in Argentina - Argentina
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Language of Instruction: Spanish- Summer Program ONLY
Overview
 Youth For Understanding USA’s (YFU) high school study abroad program is an experience that will immerse you in the lives, language, cultures, and communities of a real family in one of more than 40 countries around the globe. YFU is a homestay experience where you live with a carefully selected host family who has agreed to open their home and their hearts to you—providing room, board and a caring home. You’ll gain a global family, make new friends and even attend a new school on academic programs.
The academic year and academic semester programs include high school study while living with a host family. YFU students attend both public and private schools. The type you attend will depend on your host family. A big difference that you will discover is that teachers rather than students change classes so your classmates will be with you all day, giving you a great chance to make good friends quickly. With those classmates, you'll study 12 to 14 compulsory subjects two to three times a week. You can choose from four fields: humanities, sciences, business, or technical. Outside of regular classes, you can choose to play sports or take computer or art classes.
Year and semester students can take a ten-day optional trip to Iguazu Falls or to southern Argentina, the cost of which includes transportation to and from Buenos Aires, meals, accommodations, and activities. The visa process for year and semester students can be complicated. Passport numbers will be needed several months in advance of departure, as YFU Argentina will need to report them to their Immigration Department early in the visa process. Your Admissions Counselor can provide additional information about the visa process.
This six-week YFU summer program offers you an opportunity to take Spanish classes while getting to know the beautiful country of Argentina. Classes will be limited to about 10 people so that you can learn more. In addition, you’ll take excursions to places like a colorful market and area schools to practice the language. You’ll polish your language skills by living with a family in one of three cities in Argentina. This homestay experience offers you a chance to experience Argentinean culture as Argentines do. As the grand finale to your stay, you can take an optional trip to Estancia.
Eligibility
To participate in a YFU program you will need to be age 15 to 18 (or up to 19 for the 13th Year Abroad program) while abroad. Some programs are slightly flexible in this regard. For most year and semester programs, a "B" average or better (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) is required. For summer programs, a "C" average or better (2.0 on a 4.0 scale) is required.
Housing/Accommodation
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Homestay / Host Family
Much of what distinguishes YFU programs from other travel and study abroad programs is the homestay experience. Living with a family in another culture opens up your world and your life. When you first step off the plane, you'll feel like a tourist. But with the support and encouragement of YFU staff and the hospitality and warmth of your host family, you'll soon find yourself living within the culture of your chosen country, not merely skimming its surface.
Program Costs
Year- $7995
Semester- $7895
Summer- $5995
Costs
Include: Tuition includes professional orientation programs and materials; all of your group international and domestic travel from a YFU-designated airport*; local and regional trips and educational activities while you're overseas (where noted); placement with a carefully screened host family; support through counseling, tutoring, and other means (as needed); training for volunteers who provide professional, individual support for you and your host family; 24-hour worldwide professional emergency assistance; enrollment in school if you choose a year or semester program; assistance in acquiring your visa or residence permit if required; this web site and the 1-800-TEENAGE line staffed with knowledgeable Admissions Counselors to answer all of your questions.
Financial Aid
Yes.
The YFU Americas scholarship is open to US high school students with freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior class standing. Students must hold a 2.0 grade point average or higher on a 4.0 scale. Up to 10 partial scholarships ranging from $800 - $1,475 could be awarded. Please see our website for details
Dates
Year (Winter Departure)- Depart early January, Return early December
Year (Summer Departure)- Depart late July, Return Early July
Semester (Winter Departure)- Depart early January, Return early July
Semester (Summer Departure)- Depart late July, Return early January
Summer- Depart Mid-June, Return Mid-August
Deadlines
Summer departure application deadline is April 1st, Winter departure application deadline is October 1.
Contact
Youth For Understanding USA
6400 Goldsboro Rd., Suite 100
Bethesda, MD 20817
Tel:
1-800-TEENAGE
Fax:
240-235-2104
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