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Are you a high school student interested in spending 3 weeks in Germany this summer studying the language and experiencing the culture? (or do you know someone who would?) Check out our program and sign up today! Dear Student of German:Thank you very much for your inquiry regarding the 2009 AATG German Summer-Study Program for high school students. We recommend the program highly and know from former participants that it is one of the most exciting and rewarding experiences available to students of German. Partial scholarships of up to $800, based on financial need, are available to a limited number of students. Below is a program description with dates and program cost. Please read carefully and keep for future reference. The student application consists of: 1. Application form and release which are to be completed and returned with a $500.00 deposit. Items 1, 2, 3, and 4 must be submitted to us before you can be accepted. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. There is a rolling admission policy that begins on December 1 and ends on March 1. Later applications may be accepted on a space-available basis; a late fee will be added to the program cost for applications received after April 1. Thank you again for your interest in this very worthwhile program. I hope your German studies are progressing well! Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions. Helene Zimmer-Loew Click here for student application Description: AATG German Summer-Study Program for High School StudentsTentative 2009 Course Sites and Dates A Learning Experience. Living and studying in Germany is the basis of the German Summer Study Program sponsored by the AATG, in cooperation with the German governmental agency, the Pedagogical Exchange Service (PAD). This program represents a significant step towards achieving the highest goal of intercultural language education: improved global awareness and understanding. Live In German Homes. The host family usually has children close in age to the American participants, and every effort is made to match "brothers" and "sisters" with similar interests. Attend Gymnasium Classes. This is an excellent opportunity to improve German language skills. The school year in Germany runs into July in several states, and the Gymnasium (academic high school) is still in session when the American students arrive. Special class arrangements are made to insure student participation. Trips to Points of Interest. Field trips are organized for students to local points of interest. In addition to these group outings, the host families generally plan excursions to show their visiting "son" or "daughter" the area in which they are living. Adult Supervision. A qualified American high school teacher of German accompanies each group, supervises field trips, acts as a liaison with the German school authorities, and provides a sympathetic ear to the American students. Eligibility Requirements. Secondary school students (including graduating seniors); at least two years of German; minimum age of 15 at time of departure; recommendation of German teacher. Scholarship Aid Available. Each year several scholarships of up to $800 are available to students whose financial need merits such support. Be sure to request scholarship aid forms early if you have such a need. Students will be notified of scholarship awards in the spring. Reservation Date. There is a rolling admission policy that begins on December 1 and ends on March 1. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Later applications may be accepted on a space-available basis; a late fee will be added to the program cost for applications received after April 1. Tentative Cost $3,200 - Program cost includes airfare on Lufthansa. Prices are based on transatlantic airfares in effect at this time (9/08) and are subject to change due to increases in the Euro and/or airline costs. All dates listed are tentative and subject to change. Participants will be notified in April or May of their course site and detailed travel itinerary. A list with names and addresses of the chaperones and other students in the group will be sent at the same time. Not Included in Price. Passport fees, excess baggage charges, transportation to and from participant's home to point of departure and return, and other items of a strictly personal nature are not included in price. Participants who request customized travel arrangements will be subject to an additional charge. Payment Schedule. A deposit of $500 is required with every application. Participants will be billed for the balance in installments in February and in March, followed by a final invoice in April. Full payment is due 45 days prior to departure. Late Fee. For applications received after April 1, a late fee of $200 will be added to the program cost, and a check for the entire amount must be sent along with the application. Cancellation Policy. All cancellations must be submitted in writing. Refunds will be made subject to the following schedule: written notice received by April 1: cancellation fee of $200; written notice received between April 2-30: cancellation fee of $300; written notice received between May 1-15: cancellation fee of 25% of the program cost; after May 15, AATG reserves the sole right to determine cancellation fee. Insurance Coverage. All participants are covered by AATG's blanket policy which consists of excess medical benefits of $50,000 per accident or illness (a deductible of $500.00 per accident or illness applies). Click here for student application |
