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Why study abroad in high school?
Studying abroad while in high school is one of the most effective ways to bolster your educational background and resume for when you apply to college. It also grows your practical life skills and independence before venturing out into the world as an adult. Our programs are designed with these things in mind; giving our students the opportunity to gain a valuable, rigorous, and life changing academic experience that will glow brightly on their college essays and applications, allowing them to put some miles on their soul, and experiencing the world in greater detail as a student. All of this is done by giving our students the opportunity to explore their host country independently, but with the structure and supervision provided by our compassionate and highly skilled staff. Studying abroad in high school is truly one of the best, and most rewarding, experiences any student can engage in before heading off to college.
Who we are
World Class Programs is an independently owned and operated study abroad organization, established in 2016, that specializes in experiences for high school aged students around the globe. We are founded on the principles of quality, safety, and excellence. We are continuously dedicated to providing the best learning environment possible for our students while abroad. All World Class Programs faculty are dedicated to creating customized summer learning experiences for our students based around each student's individual goals, skills, and preferences.
Read our parent & alumni reviews
The memories that you will make will last a lifetime, and is truly the most rewarding part of the whole experience. The staff are so kind, and make this experience so enjoyable. World Class Programs is life changing, and very unique! Loved this program so much, do it if you can! -Norah
The World Class Programs Paris trip was wonderful! The program covers nearly everything you could want during life abroad including hotel rooms, train attraction tickets, and food! Additionally, the staff was very kind and helpful. Easily one of the best times of my life! - Kenny
Every staff member has an incredible love and passion for not only the country and the classes they teach but the students as well. You know that they are all in it for the experience and teaching rather than money. You truly hit every incredible spot there is to see! Overall, it is easily the best thing I have done in my high school life so far and I would truly recommend it to anyone. -Reilly
As the first time away from family, World Class Programs made it amazing! I was able to learn so much and the teachers are great at what they do and are so fun to be with. It felt like we were actually living in Italy and not just tourists! - Iris
