Step beyond the classroom and into the world with EF Language Abroad. Our immersive programs combine academic excellence with life-changing cultural experiences in 11 stunning global destinations across 8 countries and 7 languages. Whether you’re a high school student eager to explore the world, a college student preparing for international studies, or simply seeking global fluency, EF offers customizable programs that meet your goals and fit your schedule.
THE ULTIMATE STUDY ABROAD EXPERIENCE
Spend up to a year living, learning, and thriving abroad with EF’s long-term language programs. Whether you aim to achieve true fluency, prepare for university, boost your career, or experience multiple cultures, EF’s Language Year Abroad offers an immersive journey designed around your goals. Choose from flexible start dates, tailor your experience with academic, professional, or multi-destination tracks, and return home with confidence, credentials, and unforgettable memories.
Why Choose EF’s Long-Term Experience?
- True fluency through immersion Spend 2, 3 or 4 academic terms (~6–11 months), gaining language and cultural fluency in your dream city, learning from local experiences and peers from over 100 nations .
- All-inclusive Packages include tuition, housing, meals, weekly activities, orientations, mentoring, visa support, and 24/7 on-site assistance .
- Flexible term starts Begin in September, January, April or June to fit your schedule and goals .
Tailored Tracks to Fit Your Goals
- EF Intensive (32 lessons/week): Personalized, project-based learning leading to a final capstone—ideal for maximum language gains.
- Official Exam Preparation (32 lessons/week): Includes mock tests, expert coaching, tailored to DELE, JLPT, DELF, and others.
- University Foundation Program (30–32/week): Prepares upper?intermediate to advanced students for university studies—includes essay writing, exam prep, and guaranteed admission into EF partner universities.
- Pre Masters / Pre MBA (30–32/week): Elevated academic skills and admission pathways to elite postgraduate programs.
- Rotation Program: Spend terms in 2–3 cities in the same language (e.g., Paris→Nice or Berlin→Munich).
- Multi Language Year: Build fluency in up to three languages across different destinations—tailored “choose?your?own’s” global journey.
What to Expect Each Term
- Term 1 Foundations: Intensive general language work + SPINs → grammar, vocabulary, core skills .
- Term 2 Personalization: Select SPINs matching your passions, join student clubs, begin projects/volunteering/internships to deepen experience.
- Term 3 Mastery & Impact: Final capstone projects, lecture series, networking, portfolio building, cultural & life-skill growth through real-world applications.
Upon completion, you’ll earn: EF Certificates, Diplomas, and where applicable, official exam credentials, internship certificates, EF Life Skills award—and university placement offers.
The EF Language Year Abroad Difference
You’ll return home significantly more confident, linguistically proficient, and culturally savvy—with credentials, career edge, and life-changing memories. Ready to embark on the journey that transforms your future?
What's included in the price?
- Twenty Two weeks of the EF Intensive course.
- Stay in a twin room in a carefully-selected EF Homestay.
- Enjoy breakfast and dinner Monday to Friday and all meals on weekends.
- Make memories with an action-packed activity schedule, led by EF Activities Managers.
- Benefit from the EF Diploma and EF Academic Record.
- Get access to EF Digital Learning Media to enhance your studies.
- Airport pickup at your destination
Your Chance to Experience More
- Upgrade to a private room in an EF Residence.
- Study for 6-11 months
- Book excusions and weekend trips
- Earn college credit
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