Program Details
| Program Length | Approx. Start Date | Approx. End | 2009 Price | Age on Departure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester | Fall Departure Mid-July |
Return Mid-December |
$9,900 | 15 yr 0 mos - 18 yr 6 mos |
| Semester | Spring Departure Feb 1-6 '09 |
Return July 9-13 '09 |
$9,900 | 15 yr 0 mos - 18 yr 6 mos |
View detailed chart of all 2009 High School Programs
About Australia
The “land down under” is the smallest continent and the largest island in the world! It is as large as the United States, and has a population less than that of Texas. Immigrants from 165 different nations comprise 20 percent of the population, creating a rainbow of people and culture. Multicultural celebrations and festivals are as integral to the country as cricket and kangaroos.
Australia’s also has a wide range of natural wonders, including the Great Barrier Reef, beautiful beaches, lush rainforests, vast deserts, and unique wildlife. It is also home to the Aborigines, the oldest surviving human society in the world, with a culture dating back at least 50,000 years. Australians are known for their open, laid-back, and welcoming approach to life. They love the outdoors and sports, and throughout the year can be found hiking, surfing, or even skiing.
Semester Program
School runs from January through December and is generally divided into four terms with breaks between. You will most likely attend a public school where uniforms are mandatory. You’ll study required courses such as English, history, math, science, and geography, as well as choosing from electives such as art, music, and sports. Extracurricular activities include clubs and musical groups before school or during lunch break, with intramural sporting events after school. Your friends will involve you in their favorite pastimes, like attending concerts, playing sports, and going out in groups. AFS Australia also organizes additional activities for you and your fellow AFS Participants. Nationally organized safari tours (optional) are also available throughout your stay.
View PDF Brochure for Australia School Programs.
Year Program
Catalog correction: program not offered in 2009
Summer Community Service Program
Catalog correction: program not offered in 2009
All programs, prices, and travel dates are subject to change without notice.
Note about travel dates: Travel date ranges are provided to help with general scheduling. Please do not reserve any domestic travel based on these dates. AFS will notify confirmed participants with specific travel details approximately 45 days prior to departure.
All programs to Australia depart from Los Angeles.
