Spending a semester abroad in Germany offers a unique opportunity to experience everyday life in one of Europe’s most dynamic and well-connected countries—without committing to a full academic year. It will help you to immerse yourself in a new culture while keeping your home commitments on track. You’ll still enjoy all the highlights of a traditional student exchange program in Germany—language learning, cultural exploration, and meaningful friendships—packed into one unforgettable semester.

During your fall semester in Germany, you’ll live with a welcoming German host family, attend a local high school, and get to know the country’s rich blend of history, innovation, and regional traditions. From exploring medieval towns to enjoying bustling city life, your days as an exchange student will be full of discovery and growth.

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