SHORT TERM MIXED SUMMER PROGRAM Interested in US culture and language? This summer, travel to Washington, DC and join fellow explorers ages 14-18 from around the world for a two-week program in the nation’s capitol! Stay with an American family, improve your English, explore DC and the surrounding area, and build relationships to last a lifetime!

DATES: JULY 14-29, 2018 Spend most of your mornings in English classes and then join your classmates on daily afternoon excursions throughout the area – including some of the most popular sights in DC such as the US Capitol building, the Washington Monument, museums and an out of the area trip. Finally, round out your trip by volunteering at a local non-profit and visiting a local university.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: MAY 1, 2018 Evenings and weekends will be spent with your host family where you can engage in various cultural activities and build relationships to last a lifetime. Gain a unique perspective on the nation’s capitol from those who live in and near it as you spend some time in DC this summer!

ALL PROGRAMS INCLUDE: əəHome stay with a YFU vetted family əəEnrollment in YFU culture & language classes əəPreparatory materials əə24-hour participant support əəWelcome orientation for participants əə3 meals a day əəInsurance əəPick-up and drop-off from airport

PROGRAM BENEFITS: ə Build relationships with an American family ə Improve English language skills ə Live with globally minded individuals ə Experience American culture first-hand ə Learn more about college in the US ə Explore DC while learning about US history ə Engage with the community through service ə Visit national monuments and museums

For additional details and requirements, please visit us on the web at yfuusa.org or email [email protected]. Youth For Understanding USA, consistent with its commitment to international understanding, does not discriminate in making its admissions and placement decisions on the basis of race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, religion or gender. Students with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply, and will be accommodated to the best of our ability. YFU USA is an IRS 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Only U.S. Citizens and permanent residents may apply. Year/Summer program applicants will be notified of their status by May. Winter program applicants will be notified in November. All programs, scholarships and prices are subject to change or cancellation without prior notice. © 2016, Youth For Understanding USA. All rights reserved.

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