Monday, September 26, 2011

Foreign Exchange College Student Programs

Several schools offer programs for foreign students.


College-level students wishing to study abroad have many options. Institutes around the world offer foreign exchange programs, each with its own qualifications, areas of study and affiliated university. Foreign exchange programs also vary in length of time and language.


Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE)


The Council on International Educational Exchange, established in 1947, aims to equip individuals with the skills and knowledge needed to live in a globally interdependent and culturally diverse world. The center's student exchange programs for college students are extensive, with 115 programs and choices of locations in 41 countries in Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, Latin America and the Middle East. Students can choose from many programs, including art, business, communications, environmental studies, public health and science. Examples of existing programs include liberal arts in Buenos Aires, Argentina; sustainability and the environment in Perth, Australia; business, communications and culture in Brussels, Belgium; Chinese studies in Beijing, China; Central European studies in Prague, Czech Republic; classical studies in Naples, Italy; language and culture in Amman, Jordan; development and globalization in Khon Kaen, Thailand; as well as numerous other programs around the world. CIEE counselors and staff provide guidance in the country in which you choose to stay.








Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE)


300 Fore St.


Portland, ME 04101








207-553-4000


ciee.org


American Institute for Foreign Study


The American Institute for Foreign Study was founded in 1964 with the aim of promoting understanding and international education through cultural exchange. The institute offers numerous foreign exchange programs in locations such as Asia, Australia, Europe, South Africa, and North and South America, along with multi-country traveling programs in western Europe. The institute works in conjunction with universities in specific cities to match students with their preferred program. The program fee includes tuition, housing, meal plans, airfare if selected, and excursions and cultural activities. Program courses include arts, business, economics, environmental science, health services, humanities, politics and elective courses in English. Examples of some programs are Paris, France, at the University of Paris; Stellenbosch, South Africa, at Stellenbosch University; London, England, at the American International University; and Beijing, China, at the Beijing Language and Culture University.


American Institute for Foreign Study


College Division


River Plaza


9 West Broad St.


Stanford, CT 06902-3788


800-727-2437


aifsabroad.com


Global Learning Semesters, Inc.


Global Learning Semesters designs and innovates university-level foreign exchange programs focusing on diversity and improving competency among students in today's changing world. The programs aim to combine traditional classroom experiences with regional and international travel that does not disrupt traditional classroom work. Programs are available in Cyprus, France, Argentina, China, Spain, the United Kingdom, Mexico and India. The company divides programs into semester programs, summer programs, programs by subject and language programs, and includes courses in accounting, animal science, management, psychology, international business, nursing, photography, Latin American studies, communications, engineering, pre-medical, sociology, computer science, geography, theater and more. One example of an exchange program is for a semester in Paris, where students can choose from studies in French language, art and design, or international business. Host universities in this particular program include the Catholic University of Paris, the American Business School Paris and the Sorbonne. Program specifications vary per location and subject.


Global Learning Semesters, Inc.


P.O. Box 8458


Reston, VA 20195


703-286-2641


globalsemesters.com

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