AFS Global Prep programmes offer short-term, theme based, group experiences that address issues of importance to young people while facilitating their growth as global citizens. The Global Prep programmes available offer a content-rich itinerary for a duration of just one to four weeks.
Types of exchange programmes and durations
Learn about the three different types of programmes we offer and see what's right for you


Mid to Long-term exchanges
Global Choice
Advance your education on an international level with Global Choice. Global Choice is all about YOU! And the experience you want to have. What’s unique about this programme is that you choose which area of the country you would like to visit, which school you will attend, which subjects you want to study and the adventures you will have.

Mid to Long-term exchanges
Traditional Student Exchange Programmes
With our Traditional Exchange programmes, you can study as a full-time student at a local school in the country of your choice, during an academic year, semester or trimester (10 months, six months or 12 weeks).