The Experiment in International Living - Extraordinary High School Summer Abroad Programs
- Location(s): Traveling in South Korea, South Korea: Traveling in Costa Rica, Costa Rica: Traveling in Japan, Japan: Traveling in Spain, Spain: Traveling in France, France: Traveling in Italy, Italy: Traveling in Ecuador, Ecuador: Traveling in Germany, Germany: Traveling in Ghana, Ghana: Traveling in the Netherlands, Netherlands: High School Study Abroad: Jordan
- Program Type(s): High School
The Experiment in International Living
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The Experiment: South Korea: K-Culture and Peacebuilding
The Experiment: South Korea: K-Culture and Peacebuilding
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The Experiment in International Living provides 3-, 4-, and 5-week summer programs for high school students who want to connect deeply and engage meaningfully with the richness and complexities of another country.Programs equip students not only w... read more
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I definitely improved my social skills and it will definitely help me in the future Daniel Ramirez-Minaya - White Plains High School View Entire Review
Before Nicaragua and Cuba, I knew I was never really immersed in culture. Although I live in New York, which is considered a well-known "melting pot", I knew I was missing something. During the summer of 2015, I discovered the missing ingredients when I was abroad in Cuba and Nicaragua. Although the program had the intended less... Min - Lafayette College View Entire Review
I gained more knowledge that I will carry on forever. The trip was worth every struggle and every challenge. Onike Browne - CUNY - Brooklyn College View Entire Review
The Experiment in International Living has had the most positive impact on myself and how I see myself. I have learned more in the six weeks on program about myself, others, and the world; more than I thought was possible. I will take these lessons I have learned and apply them to all future challenges I face in my life, and wil... DeDe Drouilhet - Benjamin Franklin High School View Entire Review
I learned so much about the culture of France and even about the culture here in the U.S. as my group was so diverse and my host family welcomed me so much. Amy Bowles - York Community High School View Entire Review
It changed my perspective on multiple hot topic social issues and really allowed me to bond with other students and realize different perspectives. It was definitely worth while. Sydney McSharry - Harpeth Hall School View Entire Review
It was definitely worth everything second and minute I have spent there. Sindy Chen - High School Of Telecommunication Arts and Technology View Entire Review
One of the best experiences ever! Dorcas View Entire Review
Time spent bonding with host families, meeting and talking to local people in Spanish, and visiting culturally significant sites made me develop a much more deep understanding of both Nicaraguan and Cuban identity as well as the Spanish language. Sadie Grant - Oberlin College View Entire Review
This past summer I went on a five week trip to Tanzania with eleven other students I had never met before and it was an invaluable experience. This trip was focused on language and cultural discovery so we would have daily Swahili lessons and were always learning about the new areas we traveled to. As a group we really clicked r... Elsa Alexandrin - Gorham High School View Entire Review
I gained a whole new perspective to view the world through. I made amazing connections and improved my Spanish greatly. This trip was absolutely worth while. A student - Fryeburg Academy View Entire Review
I chose to go on an Experiment trip to learn about the world, but in the process, learned more about my country and myself than I would have ever imagined. I first became interested in EIL because of the immersive learning the program championed, and I wasn't let down. My experience in South Africa as a part of the Leadership In... Olivia Shoemaker - None View Entire Review
I learned so much, including how to break down cultural barriers and really connect with others. I made lasting friendships and learned interesting cultural norms from Argentina and a lot of history about Argentina. The trip was absolutely worthwhile! A student - High School View Entire Review
I learned that travelling is absolutely incredible and that I definitely will do more of it. Arianna - Bellows Falls Union High School View Entire Review
About
The Experiment in International Living provides 3-, 4-, and 5-week summer programs for high school students who want to connect deeply and engage meaningfully with the richness and complexities of another country.
Programs equip students not only with essential cultural and, in many cases, language skills, but also with a deeper awareness of and sensitivity to global issues shaping the diverse communities and regions we visit. Students explore the host country through hands-on experiences in local communities and through the lens of a specific theme.
Experiment groups are small, typically comprising 10–15 students who represent a range of backgrounds. Experimenters should expect to learn about the diverse cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds that exist within the US and around the world.
Featured Programs:
Costa Rica: Biodiversity, Ecology, and Sustainability
Ecuador: The Galápagos Islands and the Andes
France: Cultural Discovery
France: French Language and Culinary Training
Germany: International Relations and the European Union
Ghana: Internship: Contemporary Art & Culture
Italy: Culinary Training and Culture
Japan: Anime and Manga
Japan: Japanese Language and Culture
Jordan: Arabic Language and the Middle East
The Netherlands: LGBTQ+ Rights & Advocacy
South Korea: K-culture and Peacebuilding
Spain: Spanish Language and Culture
Spain: Cultural Discovery
Programs equip students not only with essential cultural and, in many cases, language skills, but also with a deeper awareness of and sensitivity to global issues shaping the diverse communities and regions we visit. Students explore the host country through hands-on experiences in local communities and through the lens of a specific theme.
Experiment groups are small, typically comprising 10–15 students who represent a range of backgrounds. Experimenters should expect to learn about the diverse cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds that exist within the US and around the world.
Featured Programs:
Costa Rica: Biodiversity, Ecology, and Sustainability
Ecuador: The Galápagos Islands and the Andes
France: Cultural Discovery
France: French Language and Culinary Training
Germany: International Relations and the European Union
Ghana: Internship: Contemporary Art & Culture
Italy: Culinary Training and Culture
Japan: Anime and Manga
Japan: Japanese Language and Culture
Jordan: Arabic Language and the Middle East
The Netherlands: LGBTQ+ Rights & Advocacy
South Korea: K-culture and Peacebuilding
Spain: Spanish Language and Culture
Spain: Cultural Discovery
Program Type(s):
High SchoolProgram Length(s):
- Summer
- Short Term
Year Founded:
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The Experiment in International Living Scholarships
The Experiment offers a discount of $500 for participants who have an immediate family member (parent/guardian, sibling, grandparent) who is an alumnus/alumna of The Experiment (including The Experiment Digital alumni) and/or for participants who are applying to participate in a second Experiment program. This discount cannot be combined with other discounts, though an applicant who receives a discount may also apply for a partial need-based scholarship.
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The Experiment collaborates with a network of generous alumni and donors to offer partial need-based scholarships for our summer abroad programs to high school students from specific geographic locations and schools.
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