AFS is committed to helping young people to go abroad regardless of their financial situation. That’s why AFS works with corporate and community sponsors and individual donors to help finance AFS programmes through full and partial scholarships.
As scholarships become available, details will be posted here.
We are not currently calling for any scholarship applications.
AFS prepares and activates future leaders, global citizens and changemakers with essential 21st century intercultural skills to engage, lead and collaborate effectively in different cultural settings. Our international exchange, study abroad and volunteer programmes are supported by research-based intercultural learning journeys facilitated by trained AFS volunteers and staff.
From High School Study Abroad, Language Learning, Volunteer Abroad, Gap Year Opportunities, Adult Study Abroad, Internships Abroad, Teacher Exchanges and Summer/ Short-term Study Abroad we are a pioneer on Intercultural Education.
Hosting an AFS student is a rewarding and meaningful intercultural learning adventure for the entire family—sharing cultures, traditions and gaining new perspectives.
AFS local volunteers are the driving force of AFS programmes and active at all levels—supporting students and families through their AFS intercultural journeys, participating in governance and policy development and leading social impact projects with local schools and communities.
We help people of all ages and backgrounds develop leadership, problem-solving, language and intercultural skills needed to succeed in a global economy and make a positive difference in the world.
Transformative: At different stages on amazing intercultural journeys—living, volunteering, working and collaborating with people around the world.
Multigenerational: A global community of students, young adults, volunteers, families, educators, alumni, and staff engaged and energised – working together.
Inclusive: A welcoming, supportive network of confident, open-minded AFSers building bridges across cultures.
Everywhere: Making a difference in communities, across industries and at the forefront of important international issues and social causes.
Be inspired by outstanding AFS alumni demonstrating the power of the #AFSeffect. AFS has more than 1 million alumni (former participants, volunteers, host families and staff) around the world. Click the “Learn More” button if you are interested in reconnecting with AFS or want to find out more about AFS alumni activities.
What is global citizenship education?
Global citizenship education is a transformative, lifelong pursuit that involves both formal learning and practical experience. Global citizenship education helps people of all ages:
AFS and UNESCO
As of 2015, AFS is proud to have entered into a “consultative status” partnership with the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO). This status enables both organisations to collaborate on initiatives of mutual interest and social good.
AFS works closely and creatively with schools, universities, humanitarian and peace groups, governments and other NGOs on the issues that reflect our mission.
