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Gold SignalU.S. Department of State (administered by American Councils for International Education)Selective

American Councils for International Education: NSLI for Youth

Merit-based scholarship program offering intensive study in critical languages (Arabic, Chinese, Korean, Russian) through summer abroad, academic year abroad, or virtual online formats for U.S. high school students.

Jun · 6 wk sessionsResidential / OnlineMultiple locationsFreeRolling

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesLanguage

SubjectsArabic, Chinese (Mandarin), Korean, Russian

CostFree · $0

Websitehttps://www.nsliforyouth.org/

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Gold SignalU.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural AffairsSelective

National Security Language Initiative for Youth (NSLI-Y) Summer Programs

Merit-based scholarship program offering intensive summer abroad experience in critical languages (Arabic, Chinese Mandarin, Hindi, Indonesian, Korean, Persian Tajiki, Russian, Turkish) with host family stays and cultural immersion. No prior language study required.

Jun–Aug · 6 wk sessionsResidentialMultiple locationsFreeRolling

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesLanguage, Travel/Cultural Immersion

SubjectsArabic, Chinese Mandarin, Hindi, Indonesian, Korean, Persian Tajiki, Russian, Turkish

CostFree · $0

Websitehttps://www.nsliforyouth.org/

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Silver SignalYiddish Book CenterSelective

Yiddish Book Center: Great Jewish Books Summer Program

An intensive residential program for rising juniors and seniors featuring college-style seminars on modern Jewish literature in multiple languages, with optional creative writing component. All admitted students receive full scholarships covering tuition, room, board, books, and activities.

Jul · 1–2 wk sessionsResidentialAmherst, MAFree189 days

Entering grades10th, 11th

CategoriesAcademic, Language, Performing & Visual Arts

SubjectsModern Jewish Literature, Literary Analysis, Creative Writing, Yiddish, Hebrew, Russian, Spanish Literature

CostFree · $0

Websitehttps://www.yiddishbookcenter.org/educational-programs/great-jewish-books-summer-program

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Kaplan InternationalSelective

Alpadia by Kaplan International: French and German Courses Abroad

Language immersion programs offering French and German courses for international students at various locations abroad.

Jun–Aug · 1–8 wk sessionsResidentialMultiple locations<$500Rolling

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th, PG, College

CategoriesLanguage, Travel/Cultural Immersion

SubjectsFrench, German

Cost<$500 · $195

Websitehttps://www.kaplaninternational.com/lp/c/french-german

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Stony Brook UniversitySelective

Stony Brook University Pre-College Summer: The Science of Speech Sounds

A one-week pre-college summer program exploring phonetics, phonology, and bilingualism through hands-on research. Students analyze English and Spanish-English bilingual speech data and develop research skills using speech analysis software.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsCommuterStony Brook, NY$500–$1,499186 days

Entering grades11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Language

SubjectsLinguistics, Phonetics, Phonology, Bilingualism, Speech Analysis

Cost$500–$1,499 · $1,000

Websitehttps://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/precollege-summer/courses/science-of-speech-sounds.php

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Horizons AbroadSelective

Horizons Abroad: Summer Language Immersion

A 2–4 week summer language immersion program for high school students studying French in Biarritz, France or Spanish in Málaga and San Sebastian, Spain. Students live with host families, attend conversational language classes, and participate in daily cultural excursions.

Jun–Aug · 2–4 wk sessionsResidentialMultiple locations$1,500–$2,999186 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesLanguage, Travel/Cultural Immersion

SubjectsFrench language, Spanish language, Language Immersion

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,000

Websitehttps://yourhorizonsabroad.com/

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Northfield Mount Hermon SchoolSelective

Northfield Mount Hermon: Summer

A comprehensive summer program offering three signature tracks: Summer Scholars (4-week academic program), Summer Enthusiast (2-week sessions), and English Language Immersion (4-week program). Features over 100 courses across STEM, AI, college prep, and English language instruction with both commuter and residential options.

Jul · 2–4 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialMount Hermon, MA$1,500–$2,999Rolling

Entering grades7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Language

SubjectsSTEM, AI, College Prep, English Language Immersion, English Language Learning

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,000

Websitehttps://www.nmhsummer.org/

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Outreach360Selective

Outreach360: Virtual Summer Teaching Fellowship

A 5–6 week virtual summer program where teens ages 13–18 teach English as a Foreign Language (EFL) to children ages 7–12 across Latin America via Zoom, earn 100 service hours, and obtain TEFL certification with mentorship from experienced staff.

Jul · 5–6 wk sessionsOnline$1,500–$2,999Rolling

Entering grades8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesCareer Exploration, Language, Community Service

SubjectsEnglish as a Foreign Language, TEFL Certification, Teaching Experience

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,950

Websitehttps://www.outreach360.org/teaching-fellowship

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VISIONS Service AdventuresSelective

VISIONS Peru High School Service Program

A residential service-learning program in Peru's Sacred Valley where high school students complete 35–60 hours of community service projects (irrigation, adobe construction, school improvements) while immersing in Quechua culture, learning Spanish, and exploring Incan heritage sites.

Jun–Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidentialUrubamba, Peru$3,000–$6,99966 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesCommunity Service, Travel/Cultural Immersion, Leadership, Language

SubjectsService Learning, Quechua Language, Spanish, Indigenous Culture, Construction, Environmental Conservation

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,890

Websitehttps://visionsserviceadventures.com/peru/

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Irish Life ExperienceSelective

Irish Life Experience: Summer Program

A 4-week residential study abroad program in Ireland for high school students (grades 9–12) featuring Gaelic language, Irish history, literature, drama, and dance with immersive cultural experiences in multiple Irish locations.

Jun · 4 wk sessionsResidentialMultiple locations$3,000–$6,999142 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesTravel/Cultural Immersion, Language, Academic

SubjectsGaelic Language, Irish History, Irish American History, Irish Studies, Literature, Drama, Dance

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $6,050

Websitehttps://irishlifeexperience.com/

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Ewha Womans UniversitySelectiveCredit

SeoulQuest: High School Summer Program in Korea

A 6-week immersive Korean language and cultural program for high school students in Seoul, featuring 120 hours of Korean instruction, historical site visits, and individualized capstone projects with Korean university mentors.

Jun · 6 wk sessionsResidentialSeoul, South Korea$3,000–$6,999171 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Language, Travel/Cultural Immersion

SubjectsKorean Language, Korean History, Korean Culture

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $6,725

Websitehttps://seoulquest.com/

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University of Massachusetts AmherstSelectiveCredit

UMass Amherst Summer Pre-College: Write for Your Life

A two-week residential or commuter summer program for rising sophomores through seniors focused on writing across multiple genres including creative writing, literary analysis, technical writing, and college admissions essays. Students develop a portfolio of work and earn 2 college credits.

Jun · 2 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialAmherst, MA$3,000–$6,999172 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Language

SubjectsWriting, English, Creative Writing, College Admissions Essays, Technical Writing, Literary Analysis

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $2,337

Websitehttps://www.umass.edu/uww/pre-college/residential/write-for-your-life-english

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Academic Programs InternationalSelectiveCredit

Academic Programs International (API): Polish Language and Culture Studies

Spend the summer studying Polish language and culture in Kraków! Jagiellonian University boasts a prestigious reputation spanning over six centuries and provides a world-class learning environment. Kraków itself, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has a captivating blend of history, art, and entertainment, offering a unique and inspiring setting.

Jun · 4 wk sessionsResidentialKrakow, Poland$3,000–$6,999185 days

Entering grades12th, PG

CategoriesLanguage, Travel/Cultural Immersion

SubjectsPolish Language, Polish Culture

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $6,499

Websitehttps://connect.apiabroad.com/program-page/d28a750f-f1c5-4351-a075-9e63deab6346?session-id=190cae0a-f247-499c-8291-5afeffe5a170&page=1

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Canvee Life SchoolSelective

Canvee Life School - Shine & Thrive Summer Program in Valencia, Spain

A 3–4 week residential summer program in Valencia, Spain combining Spanish language instruction at multiple proficiency levels with life skills workshops (leadership, public speaking, financial planning, emotional intelligence) and cultural immersion through outdoor activities and weekend excursions. Participants stay with host families and receive coaching, mentoring, and health insurance.

Jun–Aug · 3 wk sessionsResidentialValencia, Spain$3,000–$6,999186 days

Entering grades8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesLanguage, Leadership, Travel/Cultural Immersion

SubjectsSpanish Language, Leadership, Life Skills, Public Speaking, Financial Planning, Emotional Intelligence

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,725

Websitehttps://canvee.es/shine-thrive-summer-program/

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CIEE (Council on International Education Exchange)SelectiveCredit

CIEE Global Navigator High School Summer Abroad

A study abroad immersion program offering 3, 4, and 8-week sessions across 40 destinations worldwide. Students live with host families, engage in community service, and choose from subjects including language, STEM, business, arts, and social change.

Jun–Aug · 3–4 wk sessionsResidentialMultiple locations$3,000–$6,999

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesTravel/Cultural Immersion, STEM, Language, Leadership, Academic

SubjectsLanguage, STEM, Business, Arts & Culture, Leadership & Service, Social Change, K-pop, Diplomacy, Marine Ecology & Sustainability, Sports Marketing, Public Health

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $5,450

Websitehttps://www.ciee.org/go-abroad/high-school-study-abroad/summer

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Global RoutesSelectiveCredit

Global Routes: Language Study & Cultural Exchange in Guatemala

A two-week residential immersion program in Antigua, Guatemala, combining Spanish language study, cultural exchange, and community service. Students stay with host families while engaging in environmental initiatives and exploring Maya culture in the Lake Atitlán region.

Jul · 2–8 wk sessionsResidentialAntigua, Guatemala$3,000–$6,999Rolling

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesLanguage, Travel/Cultural Immersion, Community Service

SubjectsSpanish Language, Cultural Exchange, Environmental Sustainability, Indigenous Rights, Social Entrepreneurship

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $5,495

Websitehttps://globalroutes.org/program/guatemala/

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Greenheart TravelSelective

Greenheart Travel: Teen Summer Language Camps

Full immersion language camps where students ages 14–17 live with local host families abroad, take language classes from native speakers in groups of 12–15, and explore different cultures through excursions and activities.

Jun–Jul · 2–3 wk sessionsResidentialMultiple locations$3,000–$6,999Rolling

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th

CategoriesLanguage, Travel/Cultural Immersion

SubjectsSpanish Language, Japanese Language, Italian Language, Language Immersion

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,000

Websitehttps://greenhearttravel.org/programs/teen/language-camps

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School Year AbroadSelective

School Year Abroad: France Summer Program

A five-week French language immersion program based in Rennes with homestay accommodation, morning classes in French language and culture, afternoon activities including excursions to Paris and Normandy, and a Loire Valley orientation. Open to rising 10th–12th graders with one year of French.

Jun · 5 wk sessionsResidentialRennes, MA$7,000+69 days

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesLanguage, Travel/Cultural Immersion

SubjectsFrench Language, Cultural Studies

Cost$7,000+ · $9,950

Websitehttps://www.sya.org/programs/summer

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CIEE (Council on International Education Exchange)SelectiveCredit

CIEE High School Summer in Madrid, Spain: Honors Spanish Language & Culture

An honors-level Spanish language immersion program in Madrid for advanced learners. Students engage in daily Spanish instruction, homestay living, and cultural excursions while committing to a language pledge to speak only Spanish in and out of class.

Jul · 4 wk sessionsResidentialMadrid, Spain$7,000+71 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesLanguage, Travel/Cultural Immersion

SubjectsSpanish Language, Spanish Culture

Cost$7,000+ · $7,650

Websitehttps://www.ciee.org/go-abroad/high-school-study-abroad/summer/programs/spain/madrid/honors-spanish-language-culture

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CIEE (Council on International Education Exchange)SelectiveCredit

CIEE High School Summer in Rennes, France: Honors French Language & Culture

A selective 4-week summer study abroad program in Rennes, France for high school students with intermediate-level French proficiency. Students live with local host families, attend immersive French-language classes, and participate in cultural excursions while maintaining a French-only language pledge.

Jul · 4 wk sessionsResidentialRennes, France$7,000+71 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesLanguage, Travel/Cultural Immersion

SubjectsFrench Language, French Culture, Study Abroad

Cost$7,000+ · $7,400

Websitehttps://www.ciee.org/go-abroad/high-school-study-abroad/summer/programs/france/rennes/honors-french-language-culture

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LITASelective

LITA: A Unique Approach to Language Immersion in Spain

A Spanish language immersion program in rural Spain combining homestay experiences with intensive Spanish language study and comprehensive cultural exploration. Small groups are customized and limited in size.

Jun · 1–3 wk sessionsResidentialMultiple locations$7,000+82 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesLanguage, Travel/Cultural Immersion, Language

SubjectsSpanish, Language Immersion, Cultural Studies

Cost$7,000+ · $8,350

Websitehttps://www.experiencelita.com/summer-programs

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University of ChicagoSelectiveCredit

UChicago: Summer Language Institute

An intensive online summer program for advanced high school students to learn an entire year of a modern or ancient language in 6–8 weeks. Courses develop proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing across languages including French, Spanish, German, Japanese, Latin, and Ancient Greek.

Jun–Jul · 6 wk sessionsOnline$7,000+93 days

Entering grades11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Language

SubjectsFrench, Spanish, German, Japanese, Latin, Ancient Greek

Cost$7,000+ · $7,500

Websitehttps://summer.uchicago.edu/programs/summer-language-institute

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Experiment in International LivingSelective

Experiment in International Living: Spanish Language & Culture in Spain

A 15-day immersive Spanish language and cultural program in Spain featuring intensive language training in Granada, homestay placement, and cultural exploration across Madrid, Andalucía, and Toledo.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidentialMultiple locations$7,000+156 days

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th, College

CategoriesLanguage, Travel/Cultural Immersion

SubjectsSpanish Language, Cultural Studies

Cost$7,000+ · $7,676

Websitehttps://www.experiment.org/program/spain-spanish-language-culture/

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Hawai'i Preparatory AcademySelective

Hawaii Preparatory Academy: Summer at HPA

A 4-week summer program for grades 6–12 offering specialized academies in robotics/AI, arts, marine science, Hawaiian culture, and English language learning, with options for day or boarding attendance.

Jun · 4 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialKamuela, HI$7,000+186 days

Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Performing & Visual Arts, Language, Travel/Cultural Immersion, Language

SubjectsRobotics, Artificial Intelligence, Arts, Marine Science, Hawaiian Language and Culture, English as a Second Language

Cost$7,000+ · $7,850

Websitehttps://www.hpa.edu/academics/summer-at-hpa/

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