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Designed with the needs of first- and second-year students in mind, these programs prepare students to thrive in college and beyond. Each established itinerary is interdisciplinary in nature, offering relevant learning opportunities across multiple majors. In addition to courses at international partner universities, all foundation programs include an EF-led course focused on developing future-ready competencies.
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FOUNDATION PROGRAMS
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Develop essential interdisciplinary skills abroad
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Intentional design
The purposeful timing and skill-driven curriculum of these programs gives students an edge throughout the greater parts of their academic journeys and into their careers.
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Curated experiences
Programs are enhanced by immersive, guided field visits that help students connect their experiences—and their coursework—with local cultures and communities.
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Impactful partnerships
From prestigious universities to renowned institutions like the Nobel Prize Museum, our global network allows us to offer premiere learning opportunities throughout these programs.
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How they benefit students:
Direct enrollment allows students to travel with a diverse cohort of learners from across the country
Intentional courses enhance higher-ed journeys and prepare students with career-ready skills
Students return to their home universities with a semester’s worth of credit and global perspectives
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Intentional experiences
From accommodations to academic partnerships, every element of our Foundation Programs work together to provide students with enjoyable, engaging, and impactful study abroad experiences.
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Academic field visits
Course-specific field visits allow students to explore their academics in action alongside industry experts. These experiences help students connect their curriculum to the world around them.
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Community engagement
From guided exploration to engaging cultural experiences, students will gain a deep understanding of their new city and the communities that call it home through intentional immersion.
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Local partner universities
In each EF Hub, we partner with top local universities to support program academics. While abroad, Students attend international classes alongside learners from around the world.
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Comprehensive support
Our on-the-ground teams in EF Hubs prioritize student needs and provide support every step of the way—from logistical and academic preparation to mental and physical wellbeing.
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Language learning
In addition to on-the-ground staff and resources, our EF Study Centers in each hub city house EF International Language Campuses where students can take local language lessons.
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Central accommodations
To give students the experience of living like a local in our global EF Hubs, we source comfortable accommodations in safe and vibrant neighborhoods at the heart of each city.
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Explore the possibilities
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