What better way to immerse yourself in a country’s language and culture than by experiencing daily life as part of a local family? With the ASSE Summer Immersion Program in Germany, you won’t just observe—you’ll live like a local.

Whether you’re just beginning to learn German or haven’t started yet but are curious, ASSE summer abroad program is a perfect way to begin your language and cultural journey. As an exchange student, you’ll stay with a volunteer German host family and take part in their everyday summer activities. From family dinners and local festivals to spontaneous day trips or summer vacations, you’ll experience the real rhythm of German life.

There’s a whole world out there filled with new languages, flavors, and traditions—and this summer program in Germany gives you the chance to explore it up close. It might just be the most unforgettable summer of your life.

Departures – July 2026 

Cost – $9,600 USD  

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

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

• Information letters

• Orientation Meetings

• Activities offered by the host family

• 24/7 emergency support

• ASSE flight bag

The program fee does not include:

• Domestic travel from home to the international gateway city

• Passport fees

• Pocket money

Application Deadline for Fall Departure – April 1