Academic Programs International (API)
Vitals
- GYA Accredited Since: Unaccredited by the GYA. Please see the Standards for more information.
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Enrolling:
Yes - Mission Statement:
The mission of API is to design and deliver international experiences that inspire learning and enrich students, partners, and communities.
The vision of API is to lead advances in global learning. -
Level of Independence/Supervision (mouse-over for definition):
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Attachments
Program Locations
Typical Itinerary
https://apiabroad.com/gap-year-abroad/
Community Engagement Lab: virtual team-based learning program
https://apiabroad.com/gap-year-abroad/virtual/community-engagement-lab/
Deadline: 2/1/2021 Dates: 2/8 - 4/30
Virtual Short-Term Language Programs: Spanish & French options
https://apiabroad.com/virtual-short-term-language/
Numerous upcoming 2-4 week sessions throughout Spring 2021
Numerous Summer & Fall 2021 on-site & virtual international study abroad and internship programs
https://apiabroad.com/program-finder/?program_type=Gap+Year+Abroad&program_type=High+School+Summer+Abroad
Program Outcomes
- Goal 1: Set learning-- both inside and outside of the classroom-- as your top priority.
- Goal 2: Pledge to use the language(s) of the host country (where applicable) and engage with local community members to the fullest extent possible.
- Goal 3: Take time for self-reflection and analysis.
- Goal 4: Be respectful of diverse perspectives, opinions and viewpoints.
- Goal 5: Commit to asking the “whys†more often, instead of just experiencing and appreciating the “what.â€
- Outcome 1: Succeed in the host country academic environment and return home with academic credits that can be applied toward your degree.
- Outcome 2: Demonstrate improvements in language skills (where applicable) and a deeper understanding of the host culture.
- Outcome 3: Return home with a transformed view of the world and your role within it.
- Outcome 4: Be a more confident and informed traveler by recognizing your own role in personal safety, taking proper precautions and using available resources.
Program Details
- Program Starts: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
- Program Duration: Less than 2 months, Semester, Yearlong
- Typical Program Cost: Varies by site and program type
- Program Financial Aid: No
- Other Financial Aid Details:
API accepts all forms of financial aid according to approval from the home university or organization. However, API does not issue or offer financial aid.
Once proof of financial aid is provided in the submission of a completed FAVF form, API then adjusts a student’s payment schedule based on disbursement dates of financial aid awards. This FAVF form acts as a deferral for any final payment amount covered by the financial aid. This form must be submitted by the date of the original final payment deadline.
API awards approximately $500,000 in study abroad scholarships annually ranging from $250 -$1,000 per student.
Staff Training and Certification
Official recognition by The Forum on Education Abroad’s Quality Improvement Program for Education Abroad (QUIP) in 2018.
https://forumea.org/academic-programs-international-api/
In all locations, API has highly qualified, trained, and experienced English-speaking Resident Directors/Coordinators who are available to students throughout their session abroad. Most Resident Directors/Coordinators are locals from the host country in which students will be studying, and all are ready to provide practical information and insight into the host culture. Resident Directors/Coordinators greet students at the airport, introduce students to the ways of life in their host country, help students to register at the host institution, and support students throughout their stay. They are also available in case of any personal emergency and are ready to implement the API emergency response plans if needed.