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Experience living with a South African host family, attending the local school, learning about South African culture and traditions while sharing your own, making new friends from South Africa and around the world, and participating in AFS activities and camps throughout the year.

Eligibility Requirements

Participants must be between the ages of 14 years and 17 years old at the time of departure.

What's included in your experience

  • Airfare
  • Airport Pick-up
  • Host Family Placement
  • Meals
  • School Placement
  • Medical Insurance
  • 24/7 Emergency Support
  • Cultural Tours
  • Domestic Transport
  • School Transport
  • Language Instruction
  • Assistance with Application Process
  • Visa Application Assistance
  • Grade Transcripts
  • School Diploma
  • Pre-Departure Orientation
  • Orientations during your time abroad
  • Teaching Materials
  • Access to Alumni Network
  • Continuous Support
  • Worldwide Presence
  • 70 Years Experience

What you are responsible for

  • Vaccinations
  • Grade Transcripts
  • School Diploma
  • Global Competence Certificate
  • School Materials
  • Stipend