Study abroad with YFU

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Studying abroad is not just a journey of distance and geography, but of culture and self-transformation. Discover yourself through new and challenging experiences. Find the U you’ve been looking for. YFU is a non-profit international educational organization with partners in more than 60 different countries, Youth For Understanding is one of the world’s oldest, largest and most respected intercultural exchange programs. More than 250,000 students and their host families have benefited from the support and expertise of YFU. The YFU global network is united by the belief that full cultural immersion is the most effective means to gain the skills needed to thrive in an increasingly multicultural, interconnected and competitive global society.

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THE YFUCOMMUNITY

• Alumni, Families, Schools, Students, Volunteers

• Non-profit, International exchange organization

• One of the world’s oldest, largest and most respected

• 250,000+ program alumni

• Student safety is top priority

• 100+ summer, semester or year-long programs

• 40+ countries

• Specific language or cultural programs

• Gap year option for graduating seniors

WHERE CAN YFU TAKE YOU

THE APPLICATION

• Admissions Counselors help every step of the way

• Submit an online application at yfuusa.org

• Don’t forget application and scholarship deadlines

COST

• All programs costs are on the website

• Airfare, orientation, 24/7 hour support are covered

• Language training and school enrollment covered for certain programs

• 300+ offered each year

• Apply to more than one!

• Full scholarship details at yfuusa.org

SCHOLARSHIPS

BENEFITS

• Learn a second language

• Discover culture firsthand

• Learn about yourself in the process

• Make life-long friends

• Distinguish yourself with new skills and experiences

• Get a leg up on applying for college

HOSTING

• A great opportunity for many families

• Choose your student

• Gain a host sibling

• Join a Virtual Information Night (VIN) yfuusa.org/vin

• Speak with an Admissions Counselor at 1.800.TEENAGE

• Programs, scholarships, and online application at yfuusa.org

• Questions? Email admissions@yfu.org

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