Program Details
| Program Length | Start | End | Gateway | Age on Departure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year | AUG 18-21 | JUL 10-12 | New York | 16-18.6 |
Age Explanation: Age on Departure reflect both the years and month(s) of the age of the applicant at the start of the program. For example, if the age is listed as 16.1 the applicant should be 16 years and 1 month at departure. For a more detailed look at age ranges see Programs-at-a-Glance.
Belgium Flanders mixes a rich history with a contemporary culture that has influences from the French, Dutch, Austrians, and Spanish. You’ll walk through medieval town squares and streets in the midst of a thoroughly modern country. Belgium’s cuisine reflects its varied people and history, boasting one of the best experiences imaginable for your palate (and don’t forget about the chocolate). Belgium consists of three regions: Flanders in the north, where most people speak Dutch; Wallonia in the south, where most speak French; and Brussels, the bilingual capital located in the center of the country.
Year Program
School runs from late August to early July. You’ll study a standard curriculum, with possible courses in ethics and religion. Electives like art, music, and drama are taught in the evenings at special academies. You’ll also celebrate an AFS Community Service Week. If you study abroad with AFS Belgium Flanders, you’ll receive a language CD-ROM with an exercise book to help you study Dutch, as well as a “schoolmap” with tasks to help you integrate into school life. View PDF Brochure for Belgium Flanders School Program.
