American Institute for Foreign Study (AIFS)

More than 1 million people have participated in AIFS programs since its founding in 1964. The program works with schools in Argentina, Australia, Austria, China, Czech Republic, England, France, Ireland, Italy, Russia and Spain.

AIFS offers one-way or round-trip airfare, housing and meals, independent travel options on weekends and pre/post program, a three-day London stopover for most programs and organized social and cultural activities and field trips.

Committed to the "peace of mind" of program participants, AIFS has a 24-hour emergency service in the U.S. and abroad and has on-site resident directors to provide support and assistance. Other support services include financial aid transfer, academic advice, visa assistance, and a Student Advisory Center for tips on budget, travel, tours, flights, etc. Available online is the AIFS newsletter, "On Location," comments from students abroad, an alumni directory and pre-departure information.

Each year, AIFS awards as many as 100 scholarships of $1,000 each. A number of specialized scholarships are also available.

For more information, e-mail info@aifs.com, or call (800) 727-2437.