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Once enrolled in the program, you will get access to our secure members-only website - my.ef.com! Here you can fill out your online application forms, download preparation material access your placement information and connect to other students going abroad!

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This is why you should choose EF

Our student exchange programs are known for quality, personal service and peace of mind. Over 100,000 students have studied abroad with EF High School Year. Here are a few of the reasons why:

Experience: EF Education, founded in 1965, is the largest private educational company in the world. You cannot find a more solid partner for your student exchange abroad.

Service and quality: Extensive preparation, personal student websites, 2 week preparation camps and an insurance package specifically designed for EF students: These are a few of the services offered only through EF.

EF all the way: With a network of 31,000 employees and EF offices in 50 countries around the globe, EF staff members will always be nearby and available to help you. Our local presentation in all our host countries means you will travel safely and receive high quality care.

Safety: Your safety is always our main concern. We thoroughly screen and train our representatives and host families, and we operate a 24-hour emergency hotline in all host countries, ensuring superior support during your exchange.

Exclusivity: To provide the best service to our customers, EF High School Year only accepts a limited number of exchange students each year.

Excellent preparation: To ensure you are well prepared for your student exchange, EF provides you with orientation meetings, informational mailings, handbooks, and much more.

Quality accreditations: EF Foundation is accredited by the Council on Standards for International Educational Travel (CSIET) in the USA and is authorized by the US State Department to supply relevant visa forms. EF holds similar accreditations in our other host countries.

EF Preparation Camp: At EF's exclusive Preparation Camp, students from all over the world spend 1-2 exciting and fun weeks together. Camp is offered in all host countries for the semester or year programs!

EF Discovery Tours: Explore more of your host country. EF gives you the opportunity to travel with other exchange students during school breaks.

More options: EF gives you more options than anyone else. Choose between exciting destinations and different regional choices, which are offered in most of our host countries.

My EF: a personal website for your student exchange: Access your application forms, prepare for your exchange and keep up to date with what happens before, during and after your student exchange.