{"id":4831,"date":"2023-03-16T12:47:32","date_gmt":"2023-03-16T12:47:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/studentexchange.org.au\/?page_id=4831"},"modified":"2024-01-17T01:29:17","modified_gmt":"2024-01-17T01:29:17","slug":"usa","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/studentexchange.org.nz\/destinations\/usa","title":{"rendered":"USA"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section class=\"inner-banner-section\"><div class=\"inner-banner-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/studentexchange.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/04\/SEANZ1600x600-25.jpg\"\/><\/div><\/section><section class=\"banner-blue-box\" style=\"background:#410099\"><h1 style=\"color:#ffffff\">United States of America<\/h1><p style=\"color:#ffffff\"><\/p><\/section>\n\n\n<div class=\"container\"><span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/studentexchange.org.nz\/\">Home<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-flex wp-container-3 wp-block-columns container\">\n<div class=\"is-layout-flow wp-block-column\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-educatius-title-paragraph-darkbutton container\"><div class=\"text-block-wrap py-4 py-md-0\"><h3 class=\"text-block-title text-primary\">USA<\/h3><p class=\"text-primary\"><br>America is abundant with stunning views and exciting attractions, ranging from the majestic Grand Canyon to magical Disneyland. With each state offering unique qualities, embarking on an exchange program to America opens a world of limitless possibilities. Spend your afternoons engaging in school sports or joining social clubs and forge new friendships and lifelong connections.  <br><br>Students on our <a href=\"#h-classic-program\">Classic <\/a>Programs enter the USA on a J1 Visa.  <br>Students on our <a href=\"https:\/\/studentexchange.org.au\/programs\/high-school-choice\/usa-high-school-choice-programs\">High School Choice Programs<\/a> enter the USA on an F1 Visa.<\/p><a href=\"\/apply-online\" class=\"btn btn-primary\">Apply Now<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-flow wp-block-column\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-educatius-bordered-text container\"><div class=\"quick-fact-section\"><h6 class=\"text-block-title text-primary\"><strong>Program Summary:<\/strong><\/h6><ul class=\"list-group text-primary\"><li class=\"list-item\"><strong>Programs<\/strong>: <a href=\"#h-classic-program-information\">Classic<\/a>, <a href=\"#h-area-choices\">Classic with area choice<\/a> and <a href=\"\/programs\/high-school-choice\/usa-high-school-choice-programs\">High School Choice program<\/a><br><\/li><br><li class=\"list-item\"><strong>Program length<\/strong>: <a href=\"#h-program-length\">Long programs only<\/a><br><\/li><br><li class=\"list-item\"><strong>Vaccinations<\/strong>: <a href=\"#h-vaccinations\">Yes<\/a><br><\/li><br><li class=\"list-item\"><strong>Discounts and Scholarship<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/studentexchange.org.nz\/programs\/discounts-and-scholarships\">Yes<\/a><br><\/li><br><li class=\"list-item\"><strong>Language criteria<\/strong>: <a href=\"#h-language-criteria\">No<\/a><br><\/li><br><li class=\"list-item\"><strong>Language course<\/strong>: No<br><\/li><br><li class=\"list-item\"><strong>Soft Landing Camp<\/strong>: <a href=\"#h-slc\">Yes<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-constrained wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"is-layout-constrained wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div id=\"h-program-options\" class=\"is-layout-constrained wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-educatius-underscore-heading container\"><h2 class=\"section-title text-center mx-auto mt-3 mb-5\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-primary-blue-color\"><strong>USA Program Options<\/strong><\/mark><\/h2><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"product-section bg-gray py-5\">\n    <div class=\"products-wrap-block swiper text-center mb-5\">\n        <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                        <div class=\"swiper-slide product-card lavender\">\n                                <h4 class=\"product-card-title m-0\">\n                    Classic Exchange Program any location                <\/h4>\n                <p class=\"product-para m-0\">\n                Choose to be placed with a host family and attend a local school on an Academic Semester or Year program.                <\/p>\n                \n                                <a href=\"#h-classic-program\" target=\"_self\" class=\"d-flex align-items-center gap-2 text-white\">\n                <span class=\"\">Learn more <span class=\"arrow-right-icon-white\"><\/span><\/span>\n                <\/a>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"swiper-slide product-card teal\">\n                                <h4 class=\"product-card-title m-0\">\n                    Classic Exchange Program with Area Choice                <\/h4>\n                <p class=\"product-para m-0\">\n                Choose to be be placed in a specific location for an additional fee on a Semester or Year program.                <\/p>\n                \n                                <a href=\"#h-area-choices\" target=\"_self\" class=\"d-flex align-items-center gap-2 text-white\">\n                <span class=\"\">Learn more <span class=\"arrow-right-icon-white\"><\/span><\/span>\n                <\/a>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"swiper-slide product-card pink\">\n                                <h4 class=\"product-card-title m-0\">\n                    High School Choice Exchange Program                <\/h4>\n                <p class=\"product-para m-0\">\n                Choose from a range of regions, school districts and schools for an Academic  Semester or Year program. Your exchange, your way!                <\/p>\n                \n                                <a href=\"\/programs\/high-school-choice\/usa-high-school-choice-programs\" target=\"_self\" class=\"d-flex align-items-center gap-2 text-white\">\n                <span class=\"\">Learn more <span class=\"arrow-right-icon-white\"><\/span><\/span>\n                <\/a>\n                            <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"container text-center\">\n        <div class=\"product-swipe-arrows d-flex justify-content-center align-items-center gap-5 mb-5\">\n            <span class=\"product-arrow-prev ps-2 pe-4\">\n            <svg width=\"13\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 13 20\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<path d=\"M12.17 1.87L10.4 0.0999985L0.5 10L10.4 19.9L12.17 18.13L4.04 10L12.17 1.87Z\" fill=\"#313131\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n\n            <\/span>\n            <span class=\"product-arrow-next ps-4 pe-2\">\n            <svg width=\"13\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 13 20\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<path d=\"M0.379883 2.12L8.25988 10L0.379883 17.88L2.49988 20L12.4999 10L2.49988 0L0.379883 2.12Z\" fill=\"#313131\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-educatius-left-image-and-text highlight-section py-5\" style=\"background:#ffffff\"><div class=\"container my-3\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-md-6\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/studentexchange.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/08\/USA-Cheer.jpg\" class=\"w-100\"\/><\/div><div class=\"col-md-6\"><div class=\"text-block-wrap py-md-0 px-md-5\"><h3 class=\"text-block-title text-primary\">Classic Program<\/h3><p>Our Classic program will match you with a welcoming host family and place you in a nearby school. We find the host family and choose the school, and you can enjoy immersing yourself in local culture &amp; community. These programs are perfect for students who:<br>\u200b<br>\u200b* are flexible about location, and the academic experience<br>\u200b* want to have a cultural experience\u200b&nbsp;<br>\u200b*&nbsp;are interested in joining sports, clubs, and&nbsp;activities<br>\u200b*&nbsp;want to develop confidence and improve language skills\u200b&nbsp;<\/p><a href=\"\/destinations\/\" class=\"btn btn-outline-primary btn-lg\">UNLOCK THE WORLD<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full container\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/studentexchange.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/04\/SEANZ1600x600-29.jpg\" alt=\"Girl at the Grand Canyon\" class=\"wp-image-18437\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-constrained wp-block-group container\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h2 class=\"has-primary-blue-color has-text-color\" id=\"h-classic-program-information\">Classic Program Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-flex wp-container-9 wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"is-layout-flow wp-block-column\">\n<h4 class=\"has-primary-blue-color has-text-color\" id=\"h-age-and-eligibility\">Age and eligibility<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Students must be 15 &#8211; 17 years of age at the start of the program.  Any student who is currently in their final year of high school cannot apply for a January departure the following year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please note some medical restrictions may apply and can be discussed further upon application.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-educatius-edu-button container\"><a rel=\"noopener\" class=\"btn btn-lg btn-primary\" href=\"\/programs\/benefits-and-eligibility\" style=\"color:#ffffff;background-color:#009490\">Additional eligibility requirements<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If a perfectly adequate host family placement that is qualified by, and in accordance with, US State Department guidelines is rejected due to personal preferences including geographical, rural, metropolitan or family demographics a AU$1000 fee will be charged to request an alternative host family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-primary-blue-color has-text-color\" id=\"h-language-criteria\">Language criteria<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Not applicable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-primary-blue-color has-text-color\" id=\"h-program-length\">Program length<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Students applying for the Year program departing in January of each will complete two Semesters with the USA summer break in the middle of their school year.  Please note, we have limited spots for our January Academic Year and Semester programs.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Students applying for the Semester program will complete between 4 to 6 months based on the semester calendar of the school they are attending.  Please note, the September Academic Year program will finish in June of the following year.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We are not able to offer 2 or 3 month programs to the USA due to visa restrictions. 2 &amp; 3 month programs are available to Canada and other destinations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please see Short Programs for alternate destinations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-educatius-edu-button container\"><a rel=\"noopener\" class=\"btn btn-lg btn-primary\" href=\"\/classic-short-programs\" style=\"color:#ffffff;background-color:#009490\">Short Programs<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-flow wp-block-column\">\n<h4 class=\"has-primary-blue-color has-text-color\" id=\"h-schools\">Schools<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>High schools in the USA offer diverse subjects, extracurricular activities, and a supportive environment. Students can explore various fields, join sports teams and clubs, and receive guidance from dedicated teachers. These schools help students grow academically, personally, and socially, preparing them for higher education or careers. American high schools empower students to discover their passions, expand their knowledge, and build a foundation for a successful future. Students on Classic programs will be placed at the local high school in their host  community.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additional fees are needed for school books, activity fees, sports check-up, lunches in the cafeteria. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-primary-blue-color has-text-color\" id=\"h-vaccinations\">Vaccinations<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>All Outbound students are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19.  Your Program Manager will advise if any vaccinations in addition to standard childhood vaccinations are required.  Please be sure to note all vaccinations you have received in your application. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-primary-blue-color has-text-color\" id=\"h-visa\">Visa<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>All applicants are required to apply for a visa at their own expense.  This requires an appointment at the US Embassy, which may involve travelling to your nearest consulate.  Students cannot book their visa appointment prior to receiving either the DS2019 form (J-1 Visa).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please note: USA immigration fees including Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) fee of USD$220 as well as Machine Readable Visa (MRV) fee of USD$185 is charged in addition to the program fee.&nbsp; These fees form part of the visa application process and are required by the USA immigration authority.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-educatius-faq-accordion container\"><div class=\"accordion\" id=\"accordionExample\"><div class=\"accordion-item\"><h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading3580\"><button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#tab3580\">General Visa Information<\/button><\/h2><div id=\"tab3580\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"heading3580\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordionExample\"><div class=\"accordion-body\"><p>Students traveling on Australian &amp; New Zealand passports, with programs up to 90 days, generally travel as \u201ctourists\u201d and do not need to apply for a visa prior departure. However, for programs extending beyond the 90-day period (including Semester &amp; Academic Year programs), students are usually required to apply for the necessary visa.<br><br>Program Coordinators will provide the essential visa documents so students can lodge their visa application. Please note that Program Coordinators are not Registered Migration Agents and cannot represent the applicant. Program Coordinators will provide \u201cguidance\u201d where possible, however the responsibility of lodging the visa falls upon the student\/parents. Visa application requirements differ per destination and, on top of the visa documents provided by your Program Coordinator, students will need to provide additional documents such as birth certificate, bank statements, police check certificate, passport photos, letter of parental consent, etc.<br><br>Visa application fees (set by the foreign Authority) fluctuate depending on the destination and may vary from $180 to $700. These costs exclude expenses such as translations, official stamps (Notary Public stamp, Apostille stamp), national police certificate, passports photos, express post envelopes, etc. In some cases, students must attend an in-person consulate \/ visa agency appointment, which may incur additional personal expenses for travel such as purchasing flights (Interstate flight or international flight if no representation in your home country), petrol costs, tolls, accommodation, etc.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-educatius-faq-accordion container\"><div class=\"accordion\" id=\"accordionExample\"><div class=\"accordion-item\"><h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading564\"><button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#tab564\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"tab564\">Consulate Links<\/button><\/h2><div id=\"tab564\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"heading564\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordionExample\"><div class=\"accordion-body\"><p>Australia: <a style=\"font-weight: bold\" href=\"https:\/\/immi.homeaffairs.gov.au\/\">Department of Home Affairs<\/a><br>Australia: <a href=\"https:\/\/protocol.dfat.gov.au\/Public\/MissionsInAustralia\"><strong>Foreign Embassies &amp; Consulates<\/strong><\/a><br>New Zealand:<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mfat.govt.nz\/en\/embassies\/\">Foreign Embassies &amp; Consulates<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-educatius-faq-accordion container\"><div class=\"accordion\" id=\"accordionExample\"><div class=\"accordion-item\"><h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"heading8057\"><button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#tab8057\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"tab8057\">Flight Surcharge<\/button><\/h2><div id=\"tab8057\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"heading8057\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordionExample\"><div class=\"accordion-body\"><p>The budget allocated for flights to USA is NZ$3,200 of the program price listed below. We may need to charge a flight surcharge if we cannot obtain a flight within this budget. For more information, please see our Flight Surcharge Policy on our <a href=\"\/programs\/money-matters#h-flight-surcharge-policy\">Money Matters<\/a> page.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-constrained wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h3 class=\"container has-primary-blue-color has-text-color\" id=\"h-classic-program-prices-for-usa\">Classic Program Prices for <a href=\"\/destinations\/usa\">USA<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-flex wp-container-12 wp-block-columns container\">\n<div class=\"is-layout-flow wp-block-column\" style=\"flex-basis:66%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Length<\/th><th>Program Departure<\/th><th>Program fee<br>NZD<\/th><th>Application deadline<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Academic<br>Semester<\/td><td>Aug 2024<\/td><td>$15,950<\/td><td>SOLD OUT<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Academic<br>Year<\/td><td>Aug 2024<\/td><td>$16,950<\/td><td>SOLD OUT<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Academic<br>Semester<\/td><td>Jan 2025<\/td><td>$15,950<\/td><td>Jul 31, 2024<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Academic<br>Year<\/td><td>Jan 2025<\/td><td>$16,950<\/td><td>Jul 31, 2024<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><br>Each destination has a budget for flights included in the fee.  If flight costs are above this budgeted amount, a Flight Surcharge may apply.  Please see our <a href=\"https:\/\/studentexchange.org.nz\/programs\/money-matters\">Money Matters<\/a> page for program inclusions, the flight surcharge policy and other important pricing information. <br><br><strong>USA Program dates vary from depending on the location, all states are different as they are determined by the schools.<\/strong> Program start dates are indicative arrivals in the destination &amp; students attending the Soft Landing Camp (if available) will depart earlier. Program start dates serve as approximate arrival dates at the destination and subject to change.  We will notify you of your confirmed program dates ahead of time to prevent any confusion or inconvenience. <br><br><strong>Scholarship &amp; Early Bird Discount Application Deadlines<\/strong><br>March 31, 2024: classic programs departing between October 2024 \u2013 March 2025<br>October 31, 2024: classic programs departing between April 2025 \u2013 September 2025<br>Find out more about<strong> <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/studentexchange.org.nz\/programs\/discounts-and-scholarships\">Scholarships and Early Bird Discounts<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-constrained wp-block-group container\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"is-layout-constrained wp-block-group container\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"is-layout-flex wp-container-16 wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"is-layout-flow wp-block-column\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<h3 class=\"has-primary-blue-color has-text-color\" id=\"h-area-choices\">Area choices<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Students applying for the USA have the option to pick the location they would like to live in during their exchange for <strong>August departures only<\/strong>. The deadline for applications with Location Options close on December 15, the year prior to departure.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Students will need to complete a separate form if they\u2019d like to select their location\/s. This form is then sent with the application form to our overseas partner. If applicants are successfully placed in one of their preferred locations, then an additional location fee will be applied to the normal program price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>r placement on one of these limited spots will be confirmed when your application is received by our office, accepted and your deposit paid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please note, eligibility criteria applies for Area Requests: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>B average or higher<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No allergies (dogs, cats, nuts etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No dietary restrictions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No pre-existing medical conditions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Location selection options are subject to availability and are not guaranteed.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-flow wp-block-column\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/studentexchange.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/04\/SEANZStudentImages640x480-29.jpg\" alt=\"Students in Chicago, Illinois\" class=\"wp-image-18429\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-educatius-edu-button container\"><a rel=\"noopener\" class=\"btn btn-lg btn-primary\" href=\"\/destinations\/usa\/area-choices\" target=\"\" style=\"color:#ffffff;background-color:#009490\">View Area choices with prices<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-constrained wp-block-group container\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"is-layout-flex wp-container-21 wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"is-layout-flow wp-block-column\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/studentexchange.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/04\/SEANZStudentImages640x480-31.jpg\" alt=\"Friends at High School Pep Rally in the USA\" class=\"wp-image-18432\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-flow wp-block-column\">\n<h3 class=\"has-primary-blue-color has-text-color\" id=\"h-high-school-choice\">High School Choice <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Students who are looking to go on exchange to the USA have the option to apply for a semester or academic year program and choose from a range of schools or school districts in the USA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our USA High School Choice program allows students to enter the USA on an F1 visa. In addition to choosing where they would like to study while on exchange, the F1 visa allows the applicant to attend school on a full academic program. This provides the opportunity to gain study credits and diplomas needed to attend a University in the USA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-educatius-edu-button container\"><a rel=\"noopener\" class=\"btn btn-lg btn-primary\" href=\"\/programs\/high-school-choice\/usa-high-school-choice-programs\" style=\"color:#ffffff;background-color:#009490\">Learn more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full container\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/studentexchange.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/08\/SEANZhero1600600-8.jpg\" alt=\"New York Soft Landing Camp Fire Station\" class=\"wp-image-23539\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"h-slc\" class=\"is-layout-constrained wp-block-group container\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h3 class=\"has-primary-blue-color has-text-color\" id=\"h-soft-landing-camp-in-new-york\">Soft Landing Camp in New York <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-constrained wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<p><strong>Optional at an  additional cost NZ$2,150<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-vimeo wp-block-embed-vimeo wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"New York Soft Landing Camp\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/863073850?dnt=1&amp;app_id=122963\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:9px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Please check with your Program Coordinator to see if you are eligible to join this Soft Landing Camp as availability depends on where your host family lives in the USA.  August programs only. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-flex wp-container-26 wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"is-layout-flow wp-block-column\">\n<p><strong>Soft Landing Camp:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Stay in a double or triple room for three nights<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Breakfast<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Important preparatory meetings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Networking with other students<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Camp Leaders assistance you thorough your stay<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sightseeing tours at Manhattan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All transport between airport, hotel and Manhattan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lunch and dinner is not included, we will make sure to give you information on what\u2019s most affordable<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-flow wp-block-column\">\n<p><strong>Agenda (example only):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Day 1<\/strong>: Flights from your destination to Newark, check-in at the hotel and arrival information meeting                                                              <strong>Day 2<\/strong>: Information meeting, Sightseeing<br><strong>Day 3<\/strong>: Information meeting, Sightseeing<br><strong>Day 4<\/strong>: Departure to your host family<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\"><strong>Please note<\/strong> that the program is subject to change and a flight surcharge may apply.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-flex wp-container-31 wp-block-columns container\">\n<div class=\"is-layout-flow wp-block-column container\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"is-layout-constrained wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h3 class=\"container has-primary-blue-color has-text-color\" id=\"h-live-online-sessions\">LIVE Online sessions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"container\">If you would like to find out more information on our programs, please attend one of our free <a href=\"\/information-sessions\">LIVE Online Information Sessions<\/a> to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Meet our staff<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hear comprehensive information on all aspects of exchange<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ask questions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>See questions asked by other students and parents<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"container\">Information evenings run for about an hour. <br>They are friendly, free and are the best way for us to address your specific questions in person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:5px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-educatius-edu-button aligncenter container\"><a rel=\"noopener\" class=\"btn btn-lg btn-primary\" href=\"\/information-sessions\" style=\"color:#ffffff;background-color:#009490\">Register now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-flow wp-block-column container\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full container\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/studentexchange.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/06\/Info-Session-1.jpg\" alt=\"Mother and teenage daughter online\" class=\"wp-image-20409\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-constrained wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"is-layout-constrained wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-educatius-testimonial-slider students-feedback-wrap bg-lightest-blue\"><div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-md-6\"><div class=\"student-img-swipe swiper\"><div class=\"swiper-wrapper\"><div class=\"swiper-slide student-img-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/studentexchange.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/04\/SEANZStudentImages640x480-30.jpg\" class=\"w-100\"\/><\/div><div class=\"swiper-slide student-img-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/studentexchange.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/04\/SEANZStudentImages640x480-32.jpg\" class=\"w-100\"\/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"col-md-6\"><div class=\"student-feedback-column p-5\"><div class=\"student-feedback-text swiper position-relative pb-5\"><div class=\"swiper-wrapper\"><div class=\"swiper-slide feedback-text-wrap\"><p class=\"mb-5\">&#8220;Going on the exchange program has been life changing, I have learnt so many things about not only the American culture but also other cultures who were also visiting. I have made lifelong friends and can&#8217;t wait to visit them in their respective countries, Denmark, Brazil, Germany and of course America. If you have the opportunity to go on an exchange program, take it. Living with the host family was also amazing, they were great people.&#8221;<\/p><p class=\"feedback-author\">Cassandra &#8211; Australia to the USA\u00a0<\/p><\/div><div class=\"swiper-slide feedback-text-wrap\"><p class=\"mb-5\">Confidence, independence, and becoming who I really am, are the 3 aspects I have noticed myself really grow in! Student exchange has impacted me greatly, as I have become a lot more open to new things and a world bigger than just my comfort zone. I&#8217;ve found that student exchange has been a life changing experience that has made me realise I can do so much more than I ever thought was possible. I have had a great experience, and I am looking forward to what comes next. BRING IT ON!\u00a0<\/p><p class=\"feedback-author\">Amie &#8211; Australia to the USA<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"swiper-pagination student-feedback-dots d-flex align-items-center\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-constrained wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"is-layout-constrained wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h4 class=\"container has-primary-blue-color has-text-color\" id=\"h-still-considering-where-to-go-on-exchange\">Still considering where to go on exchange?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-constrained wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"is-layout-constrained wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"is-layout-constrained wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"is-layout-constrained wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"has-text-align-center container\">An overview of all programs, prices and application deadlines can be found <a href=\"https:\/\/studentexchange.org.nz\/programs\/money-matters\/program-prices\">here<\/a>.<\/h6>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-constrained wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table aligncenter container has-small-font-size\"><table class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fff3e1\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a data-type=\"page\" href=\"\/destinations\/argentina\"><strong>ARGENTINA<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong><a data-type=\"page\" href=\"\/destinations\/australia\">AUSTRALIA<\/a> <\/strong><\/td><td><a data-type=\"page\" href=\"\/destinations\/canada\"><strong>CANADA <\/strong><\/a><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"\/destinations\/denmark\">DENMARK<\/a> <\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table aligncenter container is-style-regular has-small-font-size\"><table class=\"has-white-background-color has-background\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"\/destinations\/finland\"><strong>FINLAND<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong><a href=\"\/destinations\/france\">FRANCE<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"\/destinations\/germany\"><strong>GERMANY<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong><a href=\"\/destinations\/japan\">JAPAN<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table aligncenter container has-small-font-size\"><table class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fff3e1\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"\/destinations\/ireland\"><strong>IRELAND<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong><a href=\"\/destinations\/italy\">ITALY<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"\/destinations\/netherlands\"><strong>NETHERLANDS<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong><a href=\"\/destinations\/norway\">NORWAY<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table aligncenter container has-small-font-size\"><table class=\"has-white-background-color has-background\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"\/destinations\/spain\"><strong>SPAIN<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong><a href=\"\/destinations\/sweden\">SWEDEN<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"\/destinations\/uk\"><strong>UK<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong><a href=\"\/destinations\/usa\">USA<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"has-text-align-center\">Please click and scroll across to see our destinations<\/h6>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-educatius-program-cards container\"><div class=\"swiper school-card-swiper\"><div class=\"swiper-wrapper\"><div class=\"highschool-card bg-lightest-blue d-flex flex-column swiper-slide\"><div class=\"highschool-img-wrap position-relative\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/studentexchange.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/canada-toronto-300x180px.jpg\" class=\"img-fluid\" \/><\/div><div class=\"highschool-card-content\"><h5 class=\"highschool-card-title mb-3\">Canada<\/h5><p class=\"highschool-card-detail mb-5\">Enjoy your exchange experience at an excellent high school in warm, welcoming and diverse Canada, the most multicultural country on earth! Extraordinary nature, vibrant cities and respected academic achievements for your future!<\/p><a href=\"\/destinations\/canada\" class=\"d-flex align-items-center gap-2 text-primary read-more-link\"><span class=\"\">Learn more<\/span><span class=\"arrow-right-icon\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"highschool-card bg-lightest-blue d-flex flex-column swiper-slide\"><div class=\"highschool-img-wrap position-relative\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/studentexchange.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/france-paris-300x180px.jpg\" class=\"img-fluid\" \/><\/div><div class=\"highschool-card-content\"><h5 class=\"highschool-card-title mb-3\">France<\/h5><p class=\"highschool-card-detail mb-5\">Your high school exchange will show you why France is the world\u2019s top tourist destination: rich historical sites, stunning nature, fantastic food and a vigorous debating tradition in a world language spoken by almost 100 million people!<\/p><a href=\"\/destinations\/france\" class=\"d-flex align-items-center gap-2 text-primary read-more-link\"><span class=\"\">Learn more<\/span><span class=\"arrow-right-icon\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"highschool-card bg-lightest-blue d-flex flex-column swiper-slide\"><div class=\"highschool-img-wrap position-relative\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/studentexchange.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/02\/Untitled-300-\u00d7-180-px.png\" class=\"img-fluid\" \/><\/div><div class=\"highschool-card-content\"><h5 class=\"highschool-card-title mb-3\">Argentina<\/h5><p class=\"highschool-card-detail mb-5\">Argentina is well-known for its natural scenery, modern cities and fashion but also for tradition and hospitality. It is an ideal destination for exchange.<\/p><a href=\"\/destinations\/argentina\" class=\"d-flex align-items-center gap-2 text-primary read-more-link\"><span class=\"\">Learn more<\/span><span class=\"arrow-right-icon\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"highschool-card bg-lightest-blue d-flex flex-column swiper-slide\"><div class=\"highschool-img-wrap position-relative\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/studentexchange.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/02\/denmark-300\u00d7180-px.jpg\" class=\"img-fluid\" \/><\/div><div class=\"highschool-card-content\"><h5 class=\"highschool-card-title mb-3\">Denmark<\/h5><p class=\"highschool-card-detail mb-5\">Denmark is one of the happiest nations on earth with some of the best quality of life.\u00a0Enjoy the hospitality along with an outstanding education system.  <\/p><a href=\"\/destinations\/denmark\" class=\"d-flex align-items-center gap-2 text-primary read-more-link\"><span class=\"\">Learn more<\/span><span class=\"arrow-right-icon\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"highschool-card bg-lightest-blue d-flex flex-column swiper-slide\"><div class=\"highschool-img-wrap position-relative\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/studentexchange.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/02\/finland-300\u00d7180.jpg\" class=\"img-fluid\" \/><\/div><div class=\"highschool-card-content\"><h5 class=\"highschool-card-title mb-3\">Finland<\/h5><p class=\"highschool-card-detail mb-5\">There\u2019s something pure in the Finnish air and spirit that\u2019s incredibly vital and exciting; with the trendsetting modern capital of Helsinki counterbalanced by vast forested wildernesses in the north and east. Try something different on exchange on Finland.  <\/p><a href=\"\/destination\/finland\" class=\"d-flex align-items-center gap-2 text-primary read-more-link\"><span class=\"\">Learn more<\/span><span class=\"arrow-right-icon\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"highschool-card bg-lightest-blue d-flex flex-column swiper-slide\"><div class=\"highschool-img-wrap position-relative\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/studentexchange.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/02\/germany-300x180-1.jpg\" class=\"img-fluid\" \/><\/div><div class=\"highschool-card-content\"><h5 class=\"highschool-card-title mb-3\">Germany<\/h5><p class=\"highschool-card-detail mb-5\">Your high school exchange in Europe\u2019s economic powerhouse is a great opportunity to invest in your future while discovering rich German language and culture, an open, welcoming society and many stimulating experiences!<\/p><a href=\"\/destinations\/germany\" class=\"d-flex align-items-center gap-2 text-primary read-more-link\"><span class=\"\">Learn more<\/span><span class=\"arrow-right-icon\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"highschool-card bg-lightest-blue d-flex flex-column swiper-slide\"><div class=\"highschool-img-wrap position-relative\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/studentexchange.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/12\/ireland-cliffs-of-moher-300x180px.jpg\" class=\"img-fluid\" \/><\/div><div class=\"highschool-card-content\"><h5 class=\"highschool-card-title mb-3\">Ireland<\/h5><p class=\"highschool-card-detail mb-5\">The Emerald Isle welcomes you in English and in Gaelic, to great schools, warm families, dynamic cities and close-knit small towns. Ireland has become a hotbed of innovation but remains rooted in rich traditions you will love!<\/p><a href=\"\/destinations\/ireland\" class=\"d-flex align-items-center gap-2 text-primary read-more-link\"><span class=\"\">Learn more<\/span><span class=\"arrow-right-icon\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"highschool-card bg-lightest-blue d-flex flex-column swiper-slide\"><div class=\"highschool-img-wrap position-relative\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/studentexchange.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/12\/italy-milano-300x180px.jpg\" class=\"img-fluid\" \/><\/div><div class=\"highschool-card-content\"><h5 class=\"highschool-card-title mb-3\">Italy<\/h5><p class=\"highschool-card-detail mb-5\">Spend your high school exchange in astonishing Italy, from beautiful medieval towns to mountains and seashore; discover capital cities of design; enjoy fabulous farm-to-table food, and learn the world\u2019s most romantic language!<\/p><a href=\"\/destinations\/italy\" class=\"d-flex align-items-center gap-2 text-primary read-more-link\"><span class=\"\">Learn more<\/span><span class=\"arrow-right-icon\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"highschool-card bg-lightest-blue d-flex flex-column swiper-slide\"><div class=\"highschool-img-wrap position-relative\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/studentexchange.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/02\/Netherlands-300\u00d7180.jpg\" class=\"img-fluid\" \/><\/div><div class=\"highschool-card-content\"><h5 class=\"highschool-card-title mb-3\">Netherlands<\/h5><p class=\"highschool-card-detail mb-5\">Who hasn\u2019t heard of Amsterdam, the capital of culture, coffee houses and canals? Its mesmerising beauty is hard to overestimate, and yet a surfeit of stunning metropoles are only hours, or even minutes, away by train.<\/p><a href=\"\/destinations\/netherlands\" class=\"d-flex align-items-center gap-2 text-primary read-more-link\"><span class=\"\">Learn more<\/span><span class=\"arrow-right-icon\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"highschool-card bg-lightest-blue d-flex flex-column swiper-slide\"><div class=\"highschool-img-wrap position-relative\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/studentexchange.org.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2023\/10\/australia-sydney-opera-house-300x180px.jpg\" class=\"img-fluid\" \/><\/div><div class=\"highschool-card-content\"><h5 class=\"highschool-card-title mb-3\">Australia<\/h5><p class=\"highschool-card-detail mb-5\">Experience the adventure of a lifetime with your neighbours!  Australia beckons with its stunning landscapes, vibrant culture, and world-class education. Discover a both similarities and differences, make lifelong friends as a high school exchange student in Australia.<\/p><a href=\"\/destinations\/australia\" class=\"d-flex align-items-center gap-2 text-primary read-more-link\"><span class=\"\">Learn more<\/span><span class=\"arrow-right-icon\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"highschool-card bg-lightest-blue d-flex flex-column swiper-slide\"><div class=\"highschool-img-wrap position-relative\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/studentexchange.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/02\/Norway-300\u00d7180.jpg\" class=\"img-fluid\" \/><\/div><div class=\"highschool-card-content\"><h5 class=\"highschool-card-title mb-3\">Norway<\/h5><p class=\"highschool-card-detail mb-5\">Norway is, by any standards, one of the most beautiful countries on earth &#8211; discover Norwegian traditions and culture on exchange in Norway<\/p><a href=\"\/destinations\/norway\" class=\"d-flex align-items-center gap-2 text-primary read-more-link\"><span class=\"\">Learn more<\/span><span class=\"arrow-right-icon\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"highschool-card bg-lightest-blue d-flex flex-column swiper-slide\"><div class=\"highschool-img-wrap position-relative\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/studentexchange.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2023\/02\/spain-300x180-1.jpg\" class=\"img-fluid\" \/><\/div><div class=\"highschool-card-content\"><h5 class=\"highschool-card-title mb-3\">Spain<\/h5><p class=\"highschool-card-detail mb-5\">Open doors by studying a great world language in a country with mountains, ocean and medieval villages all within reach, and a laid-back culture where you can learn and enjoy at the same time!<\/p><a href=\"\/destinations\/spain\" class=\"d-flex align-items-center gap-2 text-primary read-more-link\"><span class=\"\">Learn more<\/span><span class=\"arrow-right-icon\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"highschool-card bg-lightest-blue d-flex flex-column swiper-slide\"><div class=\"highschool-img-wrap position-relative\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/studentexchange.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/12\/sweden-stockholm-300x180px.jpg\" class=\"img-fluid\" \/><\/div><div class=\"highschool-card-content\"><h5 class=\"highschool-card-title mb-3\">Sweden<\/h5><p class=\"highschool-card-detail mb-5\">Sweden\u2019s progressive society also provides an ideal climate for innovation and economic advancement. Your high school exchange here will also reveal why the country is consistently among the world\u2019s happiest!<\/p><a href=\"\/destinations\/sweden\" class=\"d-flex align-items-center gap-2 text-primary read-more-link\"><span class=\"\">Learn more<\/span><span class=\"arrow-right-icon\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"highschool-card bg-lightest-blue d-flex flex-column swiper-slide\"><div class=\"highschool-img-wrap position-relative\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/studentexchange.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/12\/united-kingdom-london-300x180px.jpg\" class=\"img-fluid\" \/><\/div><div class=\"highschool-card-content\"><h5 class=\"highschool-card-title mb-3\">United Kingdom<\/h5><p class=\"highschool-card-detail mb-5\">Some of the world\u2019s best schools are in the UK. Combine rich culture and history, beautiful countryside, enthusiastic sports clubs and exciting excursions during your exchange in the UK.<\/p><a href=\"\/destinations\/uk\" class=\"d-flex align-items-center gap-2 text-primary read-more-link\"><span class=\"\">Learn more<\/span><span class=\"arrow-right-icon\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"highschool-card bg-lightest-blue d-flex flex-column swiper-slide\"><div class=\"highschool-img-wrap position-relative\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/studentexchange.org.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2023\/10\/usa-girs-in-front-of-yellow-school-bus-300x180px.jpg\" class=\"img-fluid\" \/><\/div><div class=\"highschool-card-content\"><h5 class=\"highschool-card-title mb-3\">USA<\/h5><p class=\"highschool-card-detail mb-5\">Being a high school exchange student in the USA is like embarking on an adventure filled with new friendships, diverse cultures, and a world of educational opportunities. It&#8217;s a an experience that broadens horizons and creates lasting memories.<\/p><a href=\"\/destinations\/usa\" class=\"d-flex align-items-center gap-2 text-primary read-more-link\"><span class=\"\">Learn more<\/span><span class=\"arrow-right-icon\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"highschool-card bg-lightest-blue d-flex flex-column swiper-slide\"><div class=\"highschool-img-wrap position-relative\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/studentexchange.org.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2023\/10\/japan-300\u00d7180.jpg\" class=\"img-fluid\" \/><\/div><div class=\"highschool-card-content\"><h5 class=\"highschool-card-title mb-3\">Japan<\/h5><p class=\"highschool-card-detail mb-5\">Immerse yourself in the captivating blend of ancient traditions and modern innovation. Engage in authentic cultural experiences, attend Japanese high school, and build lasting friendships. This program offers a unique opportunity to broaden your horizons, enhance language skills, and gain a global perspective that will undoubtedly shape your future.<\/p><a href=\"\/destinations\/japan\" class=\"d-flex align-items-center gap-2 text-primary read-more-link\"><span class=\"\">Learn more<\/span><span class=\"arrow-right-icon\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"school-card-swipe-arrows d-flex justify-content-center align-items-center gap-5 mt-5\"><span class=\"school-card-arrow-prev ps-2 pe-3\"><span class=\"slider-arrows arrow-left\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"school-card-arrow-next ps-3 pe-2\"><span class=\"slider-arrows arrow-right\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-educatius-left-image-and-text highlight-section py-5\" 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class='ginput_container ginput_container_text'><input name='input_9' id='input_24_9' type='text' value='' class='large'     aria-required=\"true\" aria-invalid=\"false\"   \/> <\/div><\/div><div id=\"field_24_3\"  class=\"gfield gfield--type-email gfield--width-half gfield_contains_required field_sublabel_below gfield--no-description field_description_below gfield_visibility_visible\"  data-js-reload=\"field_24_3\"><label class='gfield_label gform-field-label' for='input_24_3' >Email<span class=\"gfield_required\"><span class=\"gfield_required gfield_required_asterisk\">*<\/span><\/span><\/label><div class='ginput_container ginput_container_email'>\n                            <input name='input_3' id='input_24_3' type='email' value='' class='large'    aria-required=\"true\" aria-invalid=\"false\"  \/>\n                        <\/div><\/div><div id=\"field_24_4\"  class=\"gfield gfield--type-phone gfield--width-half gfield_contains_required field_sublabel_below gfield--no-description field_description_below gfield_visibility_visible\"  data-js-reload=\"field_24_4\"><label class='gfield_label gform-field-label' for='input_24_4' >Mobile number<span class=\"gfield_required\"><span class=\"gfield_required gfield_required_asterisk\">*<\/span><\/span><\/label><div class='ginput_container ginput_container_phone'><input name='input_4' id='input_24_4' type='tel' value='' class='large'   aria-required=\"true\" aria-invalid=\"false\"   \/><\/div><\/div><div id=\"field_24_37\"  class=\"gfield gfield--type-select gfield--width-half gfield_contains_required field_sublabel_below gfield--no-description field_description_below gfield_visibility_visible\"  data-js-reload=\"field_24_37\"><label class='gfield_label gform-field-label' for='input_24_37' >State<span class=\"gfield_required\"><span class=\"gfield_required gfield_required_asterisk\">*<\/span><\/span><\/label><div class='ginput_container ginput_container_select'><select name='input_37' id='input_24_37' class='large 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gform-grid-row'><div class='gfield_date_dropdown_day ginput_container ginput_container_date gform-grid-col' id='input_24_26_2_container'><select name='input_26[]' id='input_24_26_2'   aria-required='true'  ><option value=''>Day<\/option><option value='1' >1<\/option><option value='2' >2<\/option><option value='3' >3<\/option><option value='4' >4<\/option><option value='5' >5<\/option><option value='6' >6<\/option><option value='7' >7<\/option><option value='8' >8<\/option><option value='9' >9<\/option><option value='10' >10<\/option><option value='11' >11<\/option><option value='12' >12<\/option><option value='13' >13<\/option><option value='14' >14<\/option><option value='15' >15<\/option><option value='16' >16<\/option><option value='17' >17<\/option><option value='18' >18<\/option><option value='19' >19<\/option><option value='20' >20<\/option><option value='21' >21<\/option><option value='22' >22<\/option><option value='23' >23<\/option><option value='24' >24<\/option><option value='25' >25<\/option><option value='26' >26<\/option><option value='27' >27<\/option><option value='28' >28<\/option><option value='29' >29<\/option><option value='30' >30<\/option><option value='31' >31<\/option><\/select><\/div><div class='gfield_date_dropdown_month ginput_container ginput_container_date gform-grid-col' id='input_24_26_1_container'><select name='input_26[]' id='input_24_26_1'   aria-required='true'  ><option value=''>Month<\/option><option value='1' >1<\/option><option value='2' >2<\/option><option value='3' >3<\/option><option value='4' >4<\/option><option value='5' >5<\/option><option value='6' >6<\/option><option value='7' >7<\/option><option value='8' >8<\/option><option value='9' >9<\/option><option value='10' >10<\/option><option value='11' >11<\/option><option value='12' >12<\/option><\/select><\/div><div class='gfield_date_dropdown_year ginput_container ginput_container_date gform-grid-col' id='input_24_26_3_container'><select name='input_26[]' id='input_24_26_3'   aria-required='true'  ><option value=''>Year<\/option><option value='2025' >2025<\/option><option value='2024' >2024<\/option><option value='2023' >2023<\/option><option value='2022' >2022<\/option><option value='2021' >2021<\/option><option value='2020' >2020<\/option><option value='2019' >2019<\/option><option value='2018' >2018<\/option><option value='2017' >2017<\/option><option value='2016' >2016<\/option><option value='2015' >2015<\/option><option value='2014' >2014<\/option><option value='2013' >2013<\/option><option value='2012' >2012<\/option><option value='2011' >2011<\/option><option value='2010' >2010<\/option><option value='2009' >2009<\/option><option value='2008' >2008<\/option><option value='2007' >2007<\/option><option value='2006' >2006<\/option><option value='2005' >2005<\/option><option value='2004' >2004<\/option><option value='2003' >2003<\/option><option value='2002' >2002<\/option><option value='2001' >2001<\/option><option value='2000' >2000<\/option><option value='1999' >1999<\/option><option value='1998' >1998<\/option><option value='1997' >1997<\/option><option value='1996' >1996<\/option><option value='1995' >1995<\/option><option value='1994' >1994<\/option><option value='1993' >1993<\/option><option value='1992' >1992<\/option><option value='1991' >1991<\/option><option value='1990' >1990<\/option><option value='1989' >1989<\/option><option value='1988' >1988<\/option><option value='1987' >1987<\/option><option value='1986' >1986<\/option><option value='1985' >1985<\/option><option value='1984' >1984<\/option><option value='1983' >1983<\/option><option value='1982' >1982<\/option><option value='1981' >1981<\/option><option value='1980' >1980<\/option><option value='1979' >1979<\/option><option value='1978' >1978<\/option><option value='1977' >1977<\/option><option value='1976' >1976<\/option><option value='1975' >1975<\/option><option value='1974' >1974<\/option><option value='1973' >1973<\/option><option value='1972' >1972<\/option><option value='1971' >1971<\/option><option value='1970' >1970<\/option><option value='1969' >1969<\/option><option value='1968' >1968<\/option><option value='1967' >1967<\/option><option value='1966' >1966<\/option><option value='1965' >1965<\/option><option value='1964' >1964<\/option><option value='1963' >1963<\/option><option value='1962' >1962<\/option><option value='1961' >1961<\/option><option value='1960' >1960<\/option><option value='1959' >1959<\/option><option value='1958' >1958<\/option><option value='1957' >1957<\/option><option value='1956' >1956<\/option><option value='1955' >1955<\/option><option value='1954' >1954<\/option><option value='1953' >1953<\/option><option value='1952' >1952<\/option><option value='1951' >1951<\/option><option value='1950' >1950<\/option><option value='1949' >1949<\/option><option value='1948' >1948<\/option><option value='1947' >1947<\/option><option value='1946' >1946<\/option><option value='1945' 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