Students typically gain a full year of language acquisition. The program is a full immersion program, including 4 hours of classwork per day, and includes a pledge signed by all participants, committing to speak only the language of study at all times. Middlebury also has master's programs for most languages. Stanford students are eligible to apply for need-based financial aid directly through our financial aid office, for all these summer programs. Sites in Spain, Italy, and France are open for year or semester study for students with 5 or more semesters of college-level language study.
Students have the option of homestay or dormitory housing in most locations.
Internships are available in all locations as well, although unpaid and not for credit. Haas Center for Public Service Learn more about ways to live and work in China, Vietnam, Indonesia and Laos. No teaching experience or knowledge of Asia required. All Stanford students are eligible. Practicum Course offers practical training for finding a job or an internship in France.