Aspect Foundation offers semester and year programs in Sweden for American high school students. The program includes placement in a Swedish gymnasium (high school) for a semester or academic year, room and board with a host family, and travel insurance.

Location:

Stockholm, Sweden

Program Type:

Study Abroad

Degree Level:

High School

Term:

Academic Year, Fall Semester, Spring Semester

Program Overview

Program Description:

Open your horizons to the beautiful lakes and forest-filled hills of Sweden. When you study abroad in this Scandinavian gem, you have the chance to meaningfully experience a new culture and work towards fluency in a foreign language, while still being able to be understood in English. You make friends and new family members from around the world and develop skills, experience, and maturity that equip you for success in an increasingly globalized world – all while you’re still in high school! No previous language study required.

Aspect Foundation offers semester and year programs in Sweden for American high school students. The program includes placement in a Swedish gymnasium (high school) for a semester or academic year, a home stay with a carefully-selected host family, a diverse course load, health and accident insurance, and round-trip airfare.

Setting Description:

Sweden is one of the cleanest countries in the world. People love outdoor activities, including fishing, golf, tennis, sailing, swimming, hockey, soccer and swimming. Sweden is home to beautiful landscapes, and most Swedes live close to nature. In the summer, there are long, bright summer nights. The Midsummer festival celebrates the summer solstice. Lamb chops with potatoes, salad, and a glass of milk would be a typical dinner in Sweden.

Cost:

Academic semester: $10,200 Academic year: $11,200 Some scholarships available.

Additional Program Information

Requirements:

Must be 16-18 years old at the start of the program. No previous Swedish language study required.