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School Year Program in Germany

The school-based year program is designed to provide the students with the opportunity to become part of the German culture while living with a host family and attending classes at a local high school. School attendance is mandatory, as are certain AFS orientations and activities.

Eligibility Requirements

-Basic English knowledge is required, German knowledge would be recommended.

-Age: 15 years 0 month(s) to 18 years 0 month(s)

-Date of birth: 11 Sep 2006 to 11 Sep 2009

What's included in your experience

  • Airport Pick-up
  • Host Family Placement
  • Meals
  • School Placement
  • Medical Insurance
  • 24/7 Emergency Support
  • Domestic Transport
  • Assistance with Application Process
  • Visa Application Assistance
  • Pre-Departure Orientation
  • Orientations during your time abroad
  • Re-entry Orientation
  • Continuous Support
  • Worldwide Presence
  • 70 Years Experience

What you are responsible for

  • Airfare
  • Vaccinations
  • Field Trips
  • Cultural Tours
  • Visa and Passport Fees
  • Stipend
  • School Uniform

How to apply?

  1. Download the application from here.
  2. Print the application and fill it  (instructions are in the application)
  3. Scan  the filled application and the attachments and send it via email to
    1. egy.sending@afs.org

For further information about the program or how to apply, please contact us:

Email: egy.sending@afs.org

Phone: 01060770788 – 0238830181/2