A high school semester abroad in Finland gives you the chance to experience daily life in one of the world’s most innovative and nature-rich countries—without committing to a full academic year.  This semester-long study abroad program in Finland is perfect for teens who want an immersive international experience but need a more flexible timeline. During your fall semester in Finland, you’ll live with a welcoming host family, attend a local high school, and experience the balance of high-tech living and deep-rooted traditions that define Finnish culture. You’ll gain confidence, independence, and lifelong friendships—all while experiencing the best of Finnish life and culture.

The program cost includes:

• Round-trip international airfare from New York to Europe and South Africa, from Miami to Brazil and Argentina, from Los Angeles to Asia/Pacific.

• Comprehensive health, accidental death, and travel insurance

• Host family recruitment and screening

• Enrollment in a local high school and mandatory school fees

• Mandatory school books

• Ongoing support by an ASSE Representative in the home and host countries

• Monthly information letters

• Pre-departure and post-arrival Orientation Meetings

• Initial language instruction in non-English-speaking countries (School Year and Semester Programs only)

• 24/7 emergency support

• ASSE flight bag

The program fee does not include:

• Domestic travel from home to international gateway city

• Passport and visa fees

• School uniform (if required)

• Optional field trips (if offered)

• School lunch money (if necessary), and pocket money. 

Application Deadline for Fall Departure – April 1