AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in Sweden
by: AFS-USA
Stretching more than 1,200 miles from its northern reaches in the Arctic Circle to its southern tip that is parallel with Denmark, Sweden encompasses a wealth of natural beauty. It offers forests covering more than half of the country, numerous large rivers, and the longest coastline in Europe. Consequently, outdoor activities are very popular. Most of the population lives in small rural towns, an...
Stretching more than 1,200 miles from its northern reaches in the Arctic Circle to its southern tip that is parallel with Denmark, Sweden encompasses a wealth of natural beauty. It offers forests covering more than half of the country, numerous large rivers, and the longest coastline in Europe. Consequently, outdoor activities are very popular. Most of the population lives in small rural towns, and while the major cities are populous and modern, they retain some of their ancient charm with pockets of medieval streets and architecture. Traditional festivities include celebrations of nature, most notably the return of spring. And during the summer in the North of Sweden, you will experience the sun not going down at all—known as the midnattssol (midnight sun). AFS host family placements are ...
Program Highlights
Immerse yourself in the Swedish language.
Live the Swedish value system of respect for the environment and commitment to sustainability, in a country considered a global leader in organic agriculture, recycling, and renewable energy!
Reside with a Swedish host family where family life is very important and people often find any opportunity to go outside and interact with their close-knit communities.
Follow coursework in the gymnasieskola, which focuses on specific academic tracks, such as natural sciences or humanities.
Attend Swedish high school, where many classes will reflect your personal interests—the most common areas of study are Natural Science and Social Science.
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Quick Details
- Stockholm, Sweden
- 7-12 Months
- Experiential Learning
- Homestays
- Language Immersion
- Student Exchange
- American
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Honestly such an awesome year!
February 03, 2025by: Erika Summers - United StatesProgram: AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in SwedenI learned so much in just a year. I got to meet amazing people and had so many fun adventures! I went to such a beautiful place and sweet people who were so welcoming! The people I met abroad and through afs were truly people who shaped me into who I am today!
Eye-opening, memorable, difficult, rewarding, unforgettable
August 07, 2014by: AnonymousProgram: AFS Intercultural Programs: High School Abroad in SwedenI chose AFS because of it's reputation for exchanges and it's long history in the field. Spending time on the Swedish west coast with my host family all the time was simply memorable.
Program Details
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Locations
- Stockholm, Sweden
Types and Subjects
- Focus Areas
- Experiential Learning
- Homestays
- Language Immersion
Availability
Years Offered: 2023, 2024
- 7-12 Months
Age Requirement
14-17
Guidelines
- American
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Medical / Accident Insurance
- International Airfare
Accommodation Options
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- In-Person Interview Required
- Physical Exam/Health Records
- Transcript
- Online Application
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Stretching more than 1,200 miles from its northern reaches in the Arctic Circle to its southern tip that is parallel with Denmark, Sweden encompasses a wealth of natural beauty. It offers forests covering more than half of the country, numerous large rivers, and the longest coastline in Europe. Consequently, outdoor activities are very popular. Most of the population lives in small rural towns, and while the major cities are populous and modern, they retain some of their ancient charm with pockets of medieval streets and architecture. Traditional festivities include celebrations of nature, most notably the return of spring. And during the summer in the North of Sweden, you will experience the sun not going down at all—known as the midnattssol (midnight sun). AFS host family placements are ...
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Stretching more than 1,200 miles from its northern reaches in the Arctic Circle to its southern tip that is parallel with Denmark, Sweden encompasses a wealth of natural beauty. It offers forests covering more than half of the country, numerous large rivers, and the longest coastline in Europe. Consequently, outdoor activities are very popular. Most of the population lives in small rural towns, and while the major cities are populous and modern, they retain some of their ancient charm with pockets of medieval streets and architecture. Traditional festivities include celebrations of nature, most notably the return of spring. And during the summer in the North of Sweden, you will experience the sun not going down at all—known as the midnattssol (midnight sun). AFS host family placements are ...
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