Focus on Argentina

  Argentina

• Buenos Aires: 
Buenos Aires

Term: Academic Year, Fall, Spring, Summer 
Durations of Program: 5-8 weeks, 3-6 months and 7-12 months
Typical Duration of Program: 3-6 months
Dates: inquire for specific dates

Description: Mention Argentina and people think of gauchos, sultry tango dancers, or maybe Evita - but there's more, from first-rate museums, galleries, theaters, and architecture to stunning natural wonders and a variety of landscapes that you will not find anywhere else.

The nation's territorial sweep ranges from Iguazú Falls in the steamy northeastern rainforest, to glacier-topped mountains and penguin colonies in the south, to the world-famous broad and fertile plains of the Pampas. Sophisticated and lively Buenos Aires will keep you moving, whether you find yourself strolling down the Avenida 9 de Julio, one of the widest streets in the world; taking in an opera at the world-renowned Teatro Colón; or sipping mate (a kind of green tea) with friends. You might also take a liking to the countrys homegrown rock music, grooving to icons like Charly Garcia, Fito Paez, Los Fabulosos Cadillacs, and Soda Stereo.

Europe's influence is strong in Argentina, yet you'll find Argentina has a vigorous identity of its own, placing high values on culture, tradition, and hospitality. AFS Argentina has the capacity to place some students in neighboring Uruguay.

Highlights: The school year runs from March through December with a two-week vacation in July (subject to change in each province according to provincial laws). Classes are either in the morning or the afternoon, or in the case of technical schools, a combination of morning classes and afternoon practices. Teachers change rooms while you remain with your classmates (and new friends). You'll study Spanish, literature, geography, biology, and math. When it comes to sports, soccer, volleyball, and basketball are the most popular. Upon arrival you will have an orientation and introduction to Buenos Aires. During the program, you'll get together with other AFS Exchange Students by spending five days in another community. Quench your thirst for natural beauty with an optional trip to the majestic Iguazú Falls or the glaciers, offered at an additional cost.

Qualifications: Age on Departure reflect both the years and month(s) of the age of the applicant at the start of the program. For example, if the age is listed as 16.1 the applicant should be 16 years and 1 month at departure.

Cost in US$: $5,900 - $9,900

Experience Required: no

Age Range: 16 above

Application Process Involves:

• In-Person Interview Required
• Written Application

Post Services Include:

• Exit DebriefingAbroad
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home
• Alumni Network
• Job and Internship Network

AFS Intercultural Programs's Mission Statement: AFS Intercultural Programs is an international, voluntary, non-governmental, non-profit organization that provides intercultural learning opportunities to help people develop the knowledge, skills and understanding needed to create a more just and peaceful world. AFS Intercultural Programs is a leader in intercultural learning and offers international exchange programs in over 50 countries around the world through independent, not-for-profit AFS organizations, each with a network of volunteers, a professionally staffed office, and headed up by a volunteer board.

Year Founded: 1947