Career questions tagged foreign-exchange
Are there student exchange or study abroad programs for after high school or a college student?
I was wondering if there are any of these types of programs available to do after I finish high school or when I start college. Do I need to be a student in order to become an exchange or study abroad student? Do I have to be in college at a university or does a community college work as well? What other options are available for someone looking to travel and see the world but go to school at the same time? What are the costs, pros/cons, and how can I do it?
Is it worth it to try to be a foreign exchange student in HS?
Recently, the idea of being an exchange student really intrigued me. I wouldn't mind for how long, (1 school year, a semester, a quarter) but I personally prefer a semester. I really want to go and study in Japan because I love the culture, I've been there many times before, (my family lives there) and I'm somewhat fluent in Japanese. I would only look into going to Japan and I'm not really open-minded to go anywhere else, but before looking into it too much I was wondering if it would be a waste of one of my HS years in America. I would plan to do it in my 10th-grade year, (fall 2025) because I don't want to miss 11th & 12th since my school offers dual enrolment for college that year. I also don't really know how it works, because things such as AP/Honors classes, Student Council, and NHS are all on my plan for next year, and would missing a year of school mess that all up? Or does it all depend on your school's rules for credits and things like that?
What are ways to interact with international students online for free?
I am interested in studying in Germany. Are there any free online exchange programs or volunteering/internship organizations that can improve my German skills or help me learn about Germany or just get some experience in German-based work? (Or other countries?)
How much would college in a foreign country affect my academics?
I had a friend who was a foreign-exchange student in my high school and I would love to go to college in her country. Their culture and customs are very intriguing to me and I would love to have firsthand experience but wouldn't want to if I would have too many issues learning. I would be going to Norway. #foreign-exchange #foreign-languages #environmental-science