High School Exchange Programs Abroad
Leave your comfort zone. Make friends for life. Come home changed forever. Study abroad on a high school exchange program for students aged 14-17.
Scholarships up to NZ$3,500 available – book a free chat today.
✔ Ages 14-17 · ✔ 6 weeks, 2-3 Month, Academic Semester & Year Programs · ✔ Not-for-Profit · ✔ State-Registered AU & NZ
Why go on a High School Student Exchange program abroad?
Thousands of students go on exchange around the world every year. Here’s why.
Become who you really are
Living abroad pushes you in ways that staying home never can. Confidence, independence and a global perspective.
A world of destinations
From France to the USA, Canada to Scandinavia – choose the destination that excites you most and live there as a local.
Friends for life
Exchange students make friends from around the world – friendships that last long after the program ends.
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Find the right high school exchange program for you
Fill in a short form and we’ll reach out to answer your questions and help you find the right program and destination – free, no obligation, no pressure.
Free Brochure: Programs & Destinations
✔ High school exchange programs explained in detail
✔ All destinations worldwide
✔ Application process — step by step
✔ Prices, scholarships & discounts
✔ Student stories & testimonials
Scholarships & discounts – save up to NZ$3,500 on your high school exchange
Apply by October 31, 2026 to secure your scholarship on a Classic semester or year program.
Free online info session: high school exchange programs abroad
Join our live online session to hear how a high school exchange really works – programs, destinations, costs, scholarships, safety and the application process. For students and parents. Free to attend.
FAQ High School Exchange Programs Abroad
Students must be between 15 and 17 years old when you start your exchange program (exceptions may be made for 14 and 18 year olds), subject to program and destination
Programs range from 6 weeks to a full academic year, depending on the destination.
Student Exchange Australia New Zealand offers programs in the USA, France, Canada, Germany, Sweden, Denmark and more.
For English-speaking destinations like the USA and Canada, no language skills are required. For countries like: France and Italy, basic language skills are recommended. Check out each Destination for details.
Departures are subject to the destination and length of program. Check out each Destination for details.
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