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High School Abroad<\/p>\n

How a School Year Abroad Works<\/h1>\n

A year abroad will be easier to plan if you know the steps: orientation, advice, application, placement, preparation, departure and return. The process shows when which decision becomes important.<\/p>\n

\nPlan the Next Step<\/a>
\nExplore Programs<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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1. Decision & Research<\/h2>\n

Start by asking yourself why you want to do a year abroad and what your goal is. Collect information about countries, programs and school types. Involve your parents in the decision and check your budget.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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2. Select organization<\/h2>\n

Compare organizations based on their services, experiences and costs. Our pages Student Exchange Organization<\/a> and Compare providers<\/a> help you choose. Arrange consultations to clarify any open questions.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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3. Application & documents<\/h2>\n

Submit your application to the selected organization. This includes letters of motivation, certificates, language tests and personal questionnaires. You will receive feedback about the process and further requirements.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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4. Preparation & Visa<\/h2>\n

After placement, you will take care of the Visa, vaccinations and insurance. Attend preparation meetings or webinars. If necessary, meet your host family online and discuss expectations and rules.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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5. Departure & Stay<\/h2>\n

Now it starts! Pack carefully, take important documents with you and keep in touch with your organization and host family. Use the year to choose new subjects, make friends and get to know the culture.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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6. Return & Follow-up<\/h2>\n

After your return, follow-up meetings will help you reflect on what you experienced. Keep in touch with your host family and use your newly acquired knowledge for school and the future. Clarify with your school whether the achievements will be recognized.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n
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\nHow long does the application process take?<\/summary>\n

Depending on the organization, several months. Ideally, start several months before your departure.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n

\nWhen do I meet my host family?<\/summary>\n

You will usually receive your host family profile several months before departure and can make contact.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n

\nDo I have to repeat the class after the year?<\/summary>\n

This depends on the state and your academic performance. Many students return to school regularly; clarify this with your school beforehand.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n

\nWhat happens if there are problems on site?<\/summary>\n

You can contact your local coordinator. In the event of serious problems, a change of host family or termination of the program will be organized.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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What counts for the decision<\/h2>\n