Study abroad

The conditions for studying abroad vary depending on the destination, study, exchange program or language course you choose. In general, the conditions include good language skills, a valid visa and travel insurance for the entire study period.

Our study abroad opportunities in non-English speaking countries include short-term summer study abroad programs, long-term academic courses, and university preparation programs. The best places to study abroad are Costa Rica, London, France, Barcelona, Rome, China and Tokyo.

The health and safety of our students and staff has always been, and will always be, our number one priority. That's why we guarantee that we will find a safe learning solution for you. Whether it's face-to-face lessons in masked, socially distanced classrooms, comprehensive online sessions or re-routing to a new dream destination, we're here to help during your study abroad.

Studying abroad gives you many customizable options, including where you’ll live for the duration of your study abroad program. You can opt to live with other international students in a student residence, or choose a homestay instead.

With homestay, you’ll join your host family for breakfast and dinner, and then during the day you’ll be in classes at our language school, university or college, or out and about exploring. This is a great way to experience the way of life in the city or country that you're visiting and reinforce your new skills.

If you’d prefer a bit more independence as you study abroad, you can stay in a student residence with fellow international students from around the world. 

In today's world, language and intercultural skills are key to success. Discovering new places, immersing yourself in a new culture and making new friends from all over the world are proven factors for long-term success.

For us, progress isn’t just a possibility; it’s a promise. Studying abroad has challenges and rewards, and we support you every step of the way so you know your investment will pay off. The learning doesn’t stop when you return home: you’ll stay connected to your study abroad program through online learning tools and student communities.

What’s more, you go home with documented proof of your language proficiency if you've studied in a non-English speaking country: an academic portfolio of certifications and exam results that are recognized by employers, universities and governments around the world. You won’t find a more reliable, more experienced study abroad program anywhere.

Once you know which course you want to take, for how long and where you want to study abroad - then it's time to start with the language preparation. You don't need any prior knowledge of the chosen language, but it's always good to start practising: listen to Spanish music, download an English language learning app or watch a French series on Netflix. The more familiar you are with the language you want to study abroad, the better and more effective your study abroad will be.

Whether you're going on a holiday with family and friends or deciding to study abroad: good preparation is half of success. Prepare yourself so you won't be faced with any surprises. To study abroad for a few weeks, months or a year, or to follow a semester abroad, you must make some choices. Use the list below to know exactly what is expected of you, and what you can expect from us.

• Duration - Would you like to study abroad for several weeks? For a three months internship? Or stay abroad for a whole year? It is important to know exactly what you want. Depending on your dreams and ambitions, you can study abroad for 2 weeks, 1 month, 6 months or 1 year. It's totally up to you!
• Destination - Studying in Europe brings different experiences than studying in Asia. We have language schools in all corners of the world.
• Accommodation - With homestay, you'll fully immerse yourself. If you’d prefer a bit more independence as you study overseas, you can stay in a student residence with fellow classmates from around the world.
• Visa & Insurance - In most cases you do need a visa to study abroad. Our study abroad office will guide and advise you during the visa application process. A basic and travel insurance is also necessary to study abroad.
• Flights - Our EF staff is responsible for booking both outbound and inbound flights. For some destinations you'll need a return ticket to your home country for a successful visa application.

EF offers many different program types and options, so the price of studying abroad varies depending on your needs and wishes. To receive a complete and personalized offer, please request a brochure via our study abroad office. Of course, you'll also need to consider the quality of your lessons as well as the extra activities. At EF we guarantee the best quality, both inside and outside the campus. Tuition, accommodation and meals are included in the offer.