The United States government publishes an annotated list of programs offering travel abroad. A student can test his abilities by entering contests and competitions in his areas of strength and interest.
Teachers often have information on contests that are local, state-wide, or national in scope.
Contests and competitions for groups or for individuals are also listed in youth and specialty magazines. Different themes are introduced each year covering ten content areas. The Citizen Bee - American political and cultural history, government, geography, economics, and current events are part of this competition for high school students. Educational Outreach, Close Up Foundation. Students working in teams submit written solutions to complex scientific and social problems of the future.