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Everything You Need to Volunteer Abroad Under 18
Everything You Need to Know to Volunteer Abroad Under 18
Jonathan GilbenApril 16, 2026
Entry Requirements for US High School Group Trips
A Guide to Entry Requirements for High School Group Trips in the US
Helena CapdevilaFebruary 04, 2026
Why Research Experience Matters for High School Students
Research Experience for High Schoolers: Benefits & Opportunities
Wahiq IqbalJanuary 13, 2026
IMA interns
The Best Pre-Medical Summer Camps for High School Students
Dr. Mohammad Ghassemi, M.D.December 08, 2025
High School Medical Internships Abroad That Make a Real Impact
High School Medical Internships Abroad That Make a Real Impact
Dr. Mohammad Ghassemi, M.D.November 17, 2025
Teen Summer Travel Experiences in Ireland & Italy
Teen Summer Travel Experiences in Ireland & Italy
Jiah HwangOctober 03, 2025

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10 Reasons To Choose Italy For Study Abroad
Brittany RockJune 27, 2025
High School Volunteer Work Abroad
12 Reasons to Do High School Volunteer Work Abroad
Jordyn JacobsonJune 02, 2025
Best Marine Conservation Volunteer Programs for Teens
5 Best Marine Conservation Volunteer Programs for Teens
GoAbroad Writing TeamMay 14, 2025
Summer Programs That Will Impress Colleges
5 Summer Programs That Will Impress Colleges
GoAbroad Writing TeamApril 03, 2025
Best Language Immersion Programs for High School Students
10 Best High School Language Immersion Programs
Katrina Bianca CatanDecember 27, 2024
ways that travel transforms teens
How Travel Changes Teens for the Better
Elizabeth GorgaOctober 11, 2024

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Alumni and staff share what it's really like to go abroad

Sarah Preston

Sarah Preston

School the World

Alumni

As a high school student, there were not many opportunities to travel to a new place, experience a different culture, and step outside of my comfor...

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Lowa-Joe Hobeiche

Lowa-Joe Hobeiche

ISSOS International

Alumni

What inspired me to go abroad was the desire to step out of my comfort zone and discover a world beyond what I was used to. I wanted to meet new pe...

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Sandra Monk

Sandra Monk

Youth For Understanding (YFU)

Alumni

I wanted to experience a culture that contrasted with our own and have the opportunity to learn firsthand about that culture and language.

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how to travel after high school
How to Travel After High School
Yaren FadiloglulariMay 22, 2024
pre med internships for high school students
Why Pre-Med Internships for High School Students Are a Good Idea
Farryl LastMay 17, 2024
summer volunteer programs for high school students
How to Choose a Summer Volunteer Program
Owen ClarkeApril 13, 2024
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11 Best High School Study Abroad Programs in Mexico
Jacquie TruckeyNovember 16, 2023
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Can I Study Abroad in High School in Peru?
Julie BallNovember 03, 2023
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How Do I Become a Foreign Exchange Student in High School?
Eric Monteres Jamarr BlackApril 20, 2023
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6 Best Places for Pre Med High School Summer Programs
Julie BallApril 12, 2023
best medical internships abroad for high school students
6 Best Medical Internships Abroad for High School Students
Yaren FadiloglulariMarch 09, 2023
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How to Get Pre Med Experience While in High School
Munira MaricarFebruary 09, 2023
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8 Ways to Study Abroad in Germany During High School
Farryl LastJanuary 17, 2023
should i study abroad my senior year of high school
Should I Go Abroad Senior Year in High School?
Rebecca MurphySeptember 14, 2022
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8 Popular Types of High School Study Abroad Programs
Julie BallSeptember 09, 2022
what is the best year to study abroad in high school
What is the Best Year to Study Abroad in High School?
Sydney E. LutzAugust 30, 2022
should i take spanish or french
Should I Take Spanish or French?
Jacquie TruckeyAugust 17, 2022
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Should You Take a Third Year of Foreign Language? More? Less?
Julie BallJuly 08, 2022
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Why Should I Take French in High School?
Andi SciaccaJuly 04, 2022
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Why Take Spanish in High School?
Julie BallJuly 01, 2022
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What Languages Can You Learn in High School?
Rebecca MurphyMay 17, 2022
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Can You Study Abroad in High School?
Julia ZarembaMay 17, 2022
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8 Benefits of Learning a Foreign Language in High School
Rebekah GlebeMay 16, 2022
benefits of learning a foreign language in middle school
The Benefits of Learning a Foreign Language in Middle School
Jessica RosaJanuary 12, 2022
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What are the Benefits of Studying Abroad in High School?
Emily WoodSeptember 06, 2021
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Worthwhile Environmental Summer Programs for High Schoolers
Sydney E. LutzFebruary 01, 2021
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Why You Should Study Abroad on a Boat
Julia ZarembaDecember 03, 2020
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5 Tips for Your Travel Program Application
Elizabeth GorgaAugust 19, 2020
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How to Become a Foreign Exchange Student in Japan
Jodi SuckleMarch 09, 2020
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6 Fun Summer Programs in France for High School Students
Cathryn FortunaFebruary 20, 2020
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10 Awesome High School Summer Travel Programs Abroad
Rebekah GlebeJanuary 20, 2020
University of Cambridge
A Parent’s Guide to High School Abroad in England
Luciana DinuSeptember 24, 2019
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9 Things to Know Before High School in Costa Rica
Jodi SuckleSeptember 23, 2019
San Miguel de Allande, Mexico
10 *Importante* Teen Travel Tips for Mexico
Mark SotileSeptember 17, 2019
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10 of the Best High School Programs in France
Jessica RosaSeptember 03, 2019
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9 Things to Know Before High School Study Abroad in Spain
Claire O’BrienAugust 26, 2019
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10 Best High School Volunteer Abroad Programs (This Year)
Sydney E. LutzJune 03, 2019
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A Parent's Guide to High School in Costa Rica
Andrea MoranMay 24, 2019
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8 Things to Know Before High School Abroad in England
Cathryn FortunaMay 22, 2019