STS Cultural Exchange: High school student exchange and Au Pair abroad programs

Subject

Academic subjects
High School Courses vary on the curriculum of the country you chose.Au Pairs get a US$500 scholarship to study in the field of their choice in a local high school.

Requirements

Duration
  • 3-6 months
  • 6-12 months
  • 12 months+
Minimum age
14
Maximum age
26
Age notes
14-18yo for high school exchange. 18-26yo for au pair abroad
Student status required
No
Qualifications required
  • High school or equivalent
Language notes
No language knowledge is necessary except for a few destinations such as Switzerland or Japan
Application process
Your pre-application and interview determine your participation in our program. A full file must be filled out online. Deadlines and departure dates vary according to countries.

Certification

Certification
Credit earning is up to your school officials in Canada. Please refer to your guidance office.

Pricing

Price range
  • $1001-$2500
  • $2501-$5000
  • >$5000
Price includes
  • Accommodation
  • Airfare
  • Airport pick-up
  • Insurance
  • Meals
  • Orientation
  • Tuition
Funding information
A minimum of $10,000 in scholarships is awarded very year. Some scholarships are even awarded to specific schools or school boards.

Hidden fields

Date modified
February 13, 2015

According to your age, STS offer 2 types of cultural exchange: = High School Student Exchange (14-18yo) This program allows you to spend 2, 3, 5 or 10 months in the foreign country of your choice. This full immersion is possible in over 20 countries. You will get the chance to live with a volunteer host family and go to a local school. Unforgettable memories guaranteed! = Au Pair Abroad (18-26yo) This program is a work placement program as a live-in nanny in the USA, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and in France. it is open to every young man and woman who are looking for a work experience abroad while living with a local family. Both programs offer a great cultural exchange. STS organizes for participants in all programs activities as to get to know the others placed in your area.

STS Cultural Exchange: a lifetime learning opportunity for youth aged 14 to 26

Organization details

STS is a Not For Profit Organization providing cross cultural learning opportunities since 1958. We are dedicated to offer low-cost high-quality cultural exchange programmes throughout the world thanks to our network of volunteers and our scholarships funds.

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