AFS Year Program to Italy: Embrace the Culture, Learn the Language, and Live the Italian Way!
Experience a Year in Italy with AFS Intercultural Programs: A Partially Funded Scholarship Opportunity
We are thrilled to announce an incredible opportunity for a once-in-a-lifetime intercultural experience in Italy! AFS Intercultural Programs is offering a partially funded scholarship for students to immerse themselves in Italian culture and learn the Italian way of life for one full school year.
Program Overview: This unique program allows students to live in Italy from September 2025 to July 2026. Participants will live with a host family, attend a local high school, and fully embrace the Italian lifestyle. The program is designed to help students develop language skills, make lifelong friendships, and gain a deeper understanding of Italy’s rich cultural heritage.
Why Choose This Program?
- Learn Italian: Improve your language skills in an immersive environment.
- Cultural Immersion: Experience the daily life of an Italian teenager, learn local customs, and enjoy traditional Italian cuisine.
- Live with a Host Family: Become a part of an Italian family and community, building connections that last a lifetime.
Program Details:
- Dates: September 2025 to July 2026
- Eligibility Age Range: 14.5 to 18 years old (must be under 17 years 9 months upon arrival)
- Date of Birth Range: 9 Dec 2007 to 9 Jun 2010
- Program Fee: $5,900
- Basic Requirements: A basic understanding of English and Italian is required.
What’s Included:
- Visa
- Round-trip flights
- Homestay with an Italian family or student dormitory
- Comprehensive insurance
- Pre-departure, arrival, and end-of-stay orientations
Program Experience: The adventure begins with a national arrival orientation to help students settle in and adjust to their new environment. Throughout the program, participants will attend a local school, where they’ll learn alongside Italian peers, explore new subjects, and experience the Italian education system firsthand. The program wraps up with a national end-of-stay orientation, allowing students to reflect on their journey and celebrate their accomplishments.
Who Can Apply? This opportunity is perfect for students aged 15 years 3 months to 17 years 9 months upon arrival, who are passionate about exploring new cultures, learning a new language, and experiencing the world from a different perspective.
Apply Now! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to live, learn, and grow in Italy. Applications are open now! Apply at sputnik.lk/italy or call the Sputnik AFS Department on: 0717561516 for more details
Seize the chance to step outside your comfort zone and experience a year that will shape your future. Embrace the Italian way of life with AFS Intercultural Programs!
