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Location:
Nationwide - Belgium
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Language of Instruction: Dutch, French
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Academic Credit Available: Yes
Overview
 CCI's High School Abroad Program in Belgium enables you to strive for and develop linguistic fluency, independence, self-reliance, and tolerance within a well-established, secure structure.
You will be enrolled in a public high school in Belgium and documentation of school work done overseas will be provided.
A high school program in Belgium is a unique opportunity to experience the Belgian culture and lifestyle as locals do. Education is a priority to Belgians, and schools are academically CCI High School in Belgiumrigorous. You may be placed in a public or a private school. There are different core courses that you will be able to choose from, such as math, science or the humanities. Teens are able to participate in a variety of sports, organizations, and clubs both at school and in the community.
Placements are mainly in small towns or the countryside. You may choose a placement in either the French speaking region in the south or the Dutch speaking region of the north. No matter where you are placed, you will find your family will welcome you warmly. Like their Dutch neighbors, Belgians are fond of cycling and most own bikes, so you will probably do some biking during your stay.
The northern region is Dutch-speaking Flanders, while to the south lies French speaking Wallonia. Whether you learn French or Dutch, you'll have a cultural experience that will stay with you for a lifetime.
Academic Credit
Academic credit is available.
CCI will assist you in obtaining school credit for your study abroad if your U.S. high school institution is willing to accept the credits you earn outside the country.
Eligibility
Program open to high school students ages 15-18. Applicants should possess a high school cumulative GPA of at least 2.75 on a 4.0 scale.
Housing/Accommodation
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Homestay / Host Family
For decades, the cross-cultural homestay has been considered the best educational vehicle for the development of real international understanding. Students accepted to CCI's High School Abroad Program have profound opportunities for cultural immersion by living with a well-screened host family while attending a local high school abroad. Host families are volunteer families with the exception of Ireland and Australia, where families receive a small remuneration for hosting. Each host family agrees to provide its international "son or daughter" with meals and his or her own bed. Just as in the U.S., every family is different. You may share a room with a host sibling or have your own room. You may have younger, older or no host siblings. Both parents may work or your host mother may work in the home. Many host families have hosted participants from a number of different countries over the years. For others, hosting is a first time experience. As you can see, host families represent all walks of life. Host families do not want or expect a "boarder," but rather a new friend and family member. They look forward to welcoming you into their family!
Program Costs
$7,250 for one semester.
$7,490 for academic year.
Costs
Include: Housing, full board (three meals a day), full accident and health insurance, placement in a carefully selected host family, enrollment in a local high school, support and guidance before and during the program, orientation
Financial Aid
Yes.
Each year, CCI grants one scholarship in the amount of $1,000 for a High School Abroad program. Candidates must submit an essay describing why they wish to study abroad and how they expect the experience to affect them. Students may submit their applications early to receive a $300 Early Bird Discount (deadline is January 2 for fall departures and June 1 for spring departures).
Dates
Fall semester - September to January
Spring semester - January to June
Academic year - September to June
Deadlines
March 15 for fall departure, September 15 for spring departure
Contact
Center for Cultural Interchange
746 North LaSalle
Chicago, IL 60654
USA
Tel:
312-944-2544
Fax:
312-944-2644
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