AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in Chile
Discover the southernmost country of the world or, as Pablo Neruda once wrote, the country made for poets. From flamingos inhabiting the world's driest desert in northern Chile, to penguin colonies indigenous to the southern Patagonia region, Chile's natural wonders will enchant you. You'll experience the towering beauty of the Andes as you arrive in Santiago, the capital and largest city in Chi...
Discover the southernmost country of the world or, as Pablo Neruda once wrote, the country made for poets. From flamingos inhabiting the world's driest desert in northern Chile, to penguin colonies indigenous to the southern Patagonia region, Chile's natural wonders will enchant you. You'll experience the towering beauty of the Andes as you arrive in Santiago, the capital and largest city in Chile. Chile is renowned for its idyllic Lake District, dotted with snow-capped volcanoes and crystalline lakes. You will learn about Chilean culture by sharing your host family's special traditions. Local traditions are best reflected in the many festivals that take place around the country, such as the Fiestas Patrias (Independence Day). Memories are waiting to be made as you sit in an outdoor ca...
Program Highlights
Immerse yourself in Spanish – the best way to become fluent.
Make connections and memories you'll never forget with other AFS exchange students from all over the world.
Live with a host family to deepen your immersion and connection to Chilean culture and, if you’re like most AFSers, you won’t want to leave this second family and home.
Catch a glimpse of a variety of landscapes, from mountains to deserts and swamps to beaches, and you might even pass by Mapuche men (the indigenous people of Chile) playing chueca, an ancient game.
Become a global citizen with intercultural communication skills, which help in building your college and career résumé and creating a more peaceful, understanding world.
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- Santiago, Chile
- 3-6 Months
- 7-12 Months
- Experiential Learning
- Homestays
- Language Immersion
- Student Exchange
- American
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My exchange experience so far
by: Valentina Pérez - ChileProgram: AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in ChileHi! I’m Valentina, and i’m 17 years old. I’m from Chile, and i’m doing an exchange semester in Connecticut, USA. I’ve had so much fun this last months. People are very nice to me everywhere. I already have friends and i love my host family
It was so much fun
by: Aitana S.Program: AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in ChileI chose AFS because it seemed like the most inviting, I didn't really like the others because for example rotary you have to move around every 3 months so you never get to really have a family or experience to call yours because you are constantly moving. My favorite parts were the trips to the north and south. They were soo beautiful and fun! I also liked the orientation camps because I got to know new people just from my city. It was so much fun to be around other AFSers!
Sometimes you just need to be patient
by: Sara S.Program: AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in ChileMy experience taught me that sometimes you just need to be patient, you don't need to understand everything right away. I learned how to be more independent but admit when I need help from others.
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Locations
- Santiago, Chile
Types & Subjects
- Experiential Learning
- Homestays
- Language Immersion
- Student Exchange
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 3-6 Months
- 7-12 Months
Age Requirement
14-17
Guidelines
- American
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Travel Insurance
- International Airfare
Accomodation Options
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Application Procedures
- In-Person Interview Required
- Physical Exam/Health Records
- Transcript
- Online Application
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