High School Study Abroad in Africa
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AFS-USA
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GoEco offers more than 60 wildlife and animal conservation volunt...
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Join us for a wild photographic adventure in South Africa! You'll...
GVI
GVI offers a variety of opportunities for young adults between th...
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Ever spent an hour under the sea? Felt the freedom of life aboard...
Rustic Pathways
Tanzania is renowned for its safari experiences and indigenous cu...
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Projects Abroad
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Venture from the north, in Saint-Louis, to the south, in Touba, d...
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Set out on an exhilarating 20-day journey to South Africa, the “R...
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Get the chance to work with a variety of exotic and indigenous an...
Carpe Diem Education
A region accentuated by the colorful robes of Buddhist monks, the...
Westcoast Connection
Embark on a cultural experience like no other in South Africa wit...
Putney Student Travel
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Global Leadership Adventures
On this program, you’ll arrive on Ghana’s warm, sandy terrain and...
Our Generation Voluntary Organisation
Our Generation Voluntary Organization offers a range of volunteer...
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Experience West Africa through the lens of Sankofa, a Ghanaian co...
A+ World Academy
Dive into a one-of-a-kind study abroad experience with A+ World A...
Port Edward Tutoring Centre
Spend a life‑changing year in South Africa in Port Edward, KwaZul...
St. Constantine's International School
St. Constantine's International School in Tanzania offers seconda...
Northfields International School
Northfields International School in Mauritius offers a high schoo...
Caplora International School
Caplora International School in Kenya offers a Senior High School...
Maadi British International School
Maadi British International School (MBIS) in Egypt offers a compr...
Windhoek International School
Windhoek International School (WIS) offers a well-rounded seconda...
Dar es Salaam International Academy
Dar es Salaam International Academy (DIA) offers the Internationa...
Braeburn Mombasa International School
Braeburn Mombasa International School (BMIS) helps students achie...
Hayah International Academy
Hayah International Academy in Egypt offers a high school program...
American International School of Lusaka
The Secondary School at the American International School of Lusa...
El Gouna International School
El Gouna International School (EGIS) in Egypt offers a Key Stage ...
Isamilo International School Mwanza
Isamilo International School in Tanzania offers a comprehensive s...
7Hills International School
At 7Hills International School in Kampala, we offer the Internati...
Kigali International Community School
Kigali International Community School (KICS) in Kigali, Rwanda, o...
International School of South Africa
Located in Mahikeng, North West Province, the International Schoo...
Kgaswe International School
At Kgaswe International School in Botswana, our high school progr...
Hout Bay International School
Hout Bay International School offers the International Baccalaure...
Lusaka International Community School
At Lusaka International Community School (LICS) in Zambia, we pri...
Aduvie International School
Aduvie International Secondary School in Abuja, Nigeria, offers a...
Feza International School
Feza International School in Tanzania offers various secondary ed...
Bright Light Volunteers
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WorkCamp Africa Volunteers
Tropical is pleased to welcome young people to a new dimension an...
St. Miracle Works Educational Foundation
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Elective Africa
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Youth For Understanding (YFU)
Explore the Rainbow Nation as you get to know South Africa's peop...
A Guide to High School Programs Abroad in Africa
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With more than a few countries suspended in a turbulent time, it’s important to know which countries are “ok” to study abroad in. Even though we oftentimes only hear about African countries facing difficult issues on the news, there are still a plethora of African nations that are perfectly safe to visit as a high school student.
South Africa. Located on the southern tip of the African continent, South Africa is one of the most historically complex countries in the world. Known as the Rainbow Nation and the 2010 World Cup host, South Africa is an ideal destination for high school students. With summer, semester, and year long programs available, students can explore Johannesburg, Cape Town, and other historical sites during their program. All in all, South Africa provides a unique look into a sub-saharan culture that few other experiences can provide.
Ghana. Known in some circles as West Africa’s “Golden Child”, Ghana is a great example of a an African country integrating successfully into global society. Currently enjoying a stable democracy and a sprint to development, Ghana is an attractive destination for teen travelers wanting a relatively conflict-free taste of Africa. No matter if you stay for a year or less, students will be privy to experiencing the infamous Ghanaian energy (which will forever challenge their notions of stereotypical, media-driven images of Africa). Along with providing students with an intensely immersive experience, many high school programs in Ghana also offer students the chance to volunteer on a weekly basis with local organizations, giving them another opportunity to discover Ghana in a unique way. The chaos of the nation’s capital, Accra, will be unlike anything students have experienced yet!
Morocco. On the northern edge of Africa along the coast lies the mystical country of Morocco. High school programs in Morocco typically run in the summer, when students can spend several weeks learning Arabic, studying Moroccan art history, and researching the difference between the nation’s past and present. Along with a rigorous academic schedule, students usually have the opportunity to check out some of Morocco’s ancient sites (Chefchaouen, anyone?) along with the beautiful cities of Rabat and Marrakech. Do you hear the Sahara calling your name? Do you have a craving to learn Arabic? Do you need some college credits? Then consider high school programs in Morocco.
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