Our life-changing high school study abroad programs for 2012!
“My summer with ECI was definitely the best trip of my life. I wish I could have stayed longer, but I cherished every day and will forever remember the amazing people, food, beaches, and towns I was able to experience. I would do it all over again in a heartbeat!”
Lauren P, Student, Salamanca, Spain 2009
Study abroad this summer in Spain or France
We offer exciting teen travel and homestay programs in France, Spain and Costa Rica. Whichever you choose, our goal is always the same—to ensure you truly live the language and culture whilst having the time of your life!
- Learn Spanish in Spain: Live the culture and improve your language skills in magnificent Spain with your enriching homestay, dorm or full immersion experience
- Learn French in France: Safe, fun and beautiful locations—three days in Paris, sandy Mediterranean beaches plus the chance to greatly improve your French abilities
- Learn Spanish in Costa Rica: For younger students, a paradise destination with authentic Spanish classes, genuine interaction with local students plus amazing hiking and ziplining excursions!
Most trips allow you to take French or Spanish Language Classes and earn University Credit
—a great asset on your future college application.
Which program is right for me?
All trips are carefully designed to help you improve your foreign language abilities. Check out the program highlights of each location below and click through for full program details of each.
Spain
- Fantastic program town locations—Salamanca and Nerja
- Dorm or host family accommodation available
- Two weeks of classes and fun cultural activities
- Each program includes an amazing tour of Spain’s local highlights
- Most include our unique True Immersion Week—living the life of a Spanish teen
France
- Choose between our Aix-en-Provence group program or Total Immersion in France
- Four-week program combines study, travel, cultural activities & True Immersion
- Massively improve your French skills by living with a French family
- Two weeks of classes & activities with the option to earn University Credit
- Speak with local language partners and get to know the culture first-hand
- Experience the highlights of Paris & the beaches of the Côte d’Azur
Costa Rica
- For Middle and High School students, ages 13—15
- Spanish study abroad program with no language prerequisite
- Small-group language classes with lots of individual attention
- Enjoy eco-tours led by bilingual naturalist guides, hiking and ziplining
- Visit active volcanoes, jungle waterfalls and gorgeous beaches!
High school & college students can customize their dates!
A unique Customized Total Immersion program in Spain or France is an alternative to our group programs, where you choose the dates and length of stay. Open to high school & college students.
Customized Total Immersion
- You choose the dates (2—4 weeks or even longer)
- No classes or group activities
- Live with a welcoming volunteer Spanish or French family
- A fantastic opportunity for high school and college students!
“This trip would not be the same without the immersion. The homestay was the highlight—my mind profited immensely! My chaperones were excellent role models and have inspired me to study abroad and work for a program like ECI. This experience has changed my life and view of the world.”
Maureen D, Student, Aix-en-Provence, France 2008
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