Participants work hard, but the rewards are extraordinary. Students can apply their lessons every minute of every day and can learn with an astonishing speed and ease. The Language Training programs require one year of French and one year of Spanish for the France and Spain programs, respectively. The Japan and Italy Language Training programs have no language prerequisites. Costs Fees for Experiment in International Living programs are determined by the chosen program's components, length of stay, and host country.
Full payment is required before the program start date.
VISA and MasterCard are accepted. Some awards are based on merit, most on need, and some on a combination of the two. Annually, more than 40 percent of Experiment in International Living participants receive scholarships from World Learning. Awards range from 10 to 75 percent of the individual's program fee. Program applicants are sent financial aid information and applications upon request.