Upcoming Trojans Abroad Programs

2021

(**NOTE: All 2021 trips are pending a global improvement to the COVID-19 pandemic and the lifting of international, federal, and local travel restrictions, as per e.g., US State Department and CDC guidance)

**To learn about financial aid for Trojans Abroad Programs, CLICK HERE.

1. AUSTRALIA 1:1 Ambassador Exchange (Offered annually)

To make close friends from Australia, share our cultures, and experience the beauty of Queensland

Core Experiences: Host a student from our partner school in Mackay; share/explore DFW & TVS together; be hosted by the same student and Whitsunday Anglican School; explore the oceanside city of Mackay and its surroundings with your host family and the school
Ages/Max #: 9th or 10th grade at time of application; 4-6 students
When/Duration/Cost: Host April/May (3-4 weeks); Travel in July (3-4 weeks); Approx. $2,500 (hosting costs not included and vary)

2. COSTA RICA--TOE Beyond Program (May be offered again in 2024)

To experience the rain forests of Costa Rica and connect with local people and nature

Core Experiences: Hike the rain forests, rappel down a waterfall, swim in natural springs, practice your Spanish, and spend nights with your guides and their families
Ages/Max #: 8th-12th grades at time of application (seniors require special permission and are not guaranteed a spot); 12-24 students
When/Duration/Cost: July (10-12 days); $2,895 * Application: Contact Mr. Amos to sign up
To learn about financial aid for Trojans Abroad Programs, CLICK HERE.

3. GERMANY Ambassador Program (Offered annually)

To make close friends from Trier, Germany, experience daily life with a host family, and witness the history of the region

Core Experiences: Explore the rich history of Trier (a Fort Worth Sister City) and make close friends as you live with a student from our partner school, Auguste Viktoria Gymnasium, attend school together, and explore Germany for about 2 weeks in the summer
Ages/Max #: 9th-11th grades at time of application; 1-4 students
When/Duration/Cost: Travel approx. May 29 - June 14; approx. $2,500 for travel

4. JAPAN Beyond War & Peace (Program ends right before the Olympics so your family can meet up to attend the games)

To learn about and reflect upon notions of War and Peace while exploring some of Japan's most famous ancient and modern sites, attending one of Japan's largest festivals, and having lots of fun and eating delicious foods

Core Experiences: Experience Japan's struggles with war and peace by spending time in tranquil temples and shrines, witnessing one of Japan's largest and most famous festivals, and visiting the Hiroshima Peace Museum; we will spend time in Tokyo, Kyoto, and Hiroshima; we'll also visit an interactive light and sound museum and eat some amazing foods; our own Dr. Roemer (Japan expert) will lead the trip
Ages/Max #: 8th-12th grades at time of application (seniors require special permission and are not guaranteed acceptance); 6-8 students; students signed up for the 2020 trip are already accepted but need to re-confirm their commitment.
When/Cost: July 10-22 (ends the day before Olympics start, if parents want to meet us and stay behind with your child); approx. $3,900

5. SCOTLAND 1:1 Ambassador Girls Exchange (Offered annually)

To make close friends from Scotland, share our cultures, and experience the beauty of Scotland

Core Experiences: Host a student from our partner school in Edinburgh; share/explore DFW & TVS together; be hosted by the same student and St. George’s School for Girls; explore Edinburgh and other parts of the U.K. with your host family and the school
Ages/Max #: 8th grade girl at time of application; 4-5 students
When/Duration/Cost: Host April/May (3 weeks); Travel approx. May 25 - June 14 (3 weeks); Approx. $2,500 (hosting costs not included and vary)

**To learn about financial aid for Trojans Abroad Programs, CLICK HERE.

Possible Future Trips

2022

1:1 Ambassador Exchanges in Australia, Germany, & Scotland
Bahamas TOE Beyond
China History / Language / Homestay
eSwatini Service / Culture Program (Spring Break)
Greece TOE Beyond/History Exploration
Ireland Field Hockey Program

2023

1:1 Ambassador Exchanges in Australia, Germany, & Scotland
Austria TOE Beyond
England Shakespeare / British Theatre
Morocco Culture / History Program
Spain Language / Culture / Homestay

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2021

1. AUSTRALIA 1:1 Ambassador Exchange (Offered annually)

2. COSTA RICA--TOE Beyond Program (May be offered again in 2024)

3. GERMANY Ambassador Program (Offered annually)

4. JAPAN Beyond War & Peace (Program ends right before the Olympics so your family can meet up to attend the games)

5. SCOTLAND 1:1 Ambassador Girls Exchange (Offered annually)

**To learn about financial aid for Trojans Abroad Programs, CLICK HERE.

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2022

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