Call Amy VanStone at
(800) 913-7151 or email summeradvantage@aifs.com

Visit us online at www.summeradvantage.com

China
England
France
Italy
Russia
Spain

Letter from the Director

September's here, and school is back in session. Those of you who have just returned from a Summer Advantage program are probably eager to share your stories and pictures of overseas adventures with your friends. That's great...just don't forget to share them with us as well! Read below for details about our annual Photo and Video Contest. Five winners will receive a Flip Video Mino (which will help you to take even better footage next summer!).

If you can't wait to get a jump on your study abroad plans for next summer, make sure to request your catalog now at www.summeradvantage.com/brochure.asp.

Whether you're moving ahead in high school or have just begun college, we wish you the best of luck in the 2008/9 school year. We'll be in touch!

Cheers,

Amy VanStone
Director
(800) 913-7151
avanstone@aifs.com
www.summeradvantage.com

Reminder: Photo and Video Contest!

Did you take some great pictures and video footage from your 2008 Summer Advantage program? Share them with Summer Advantage and you could win a Flip Video Mino!

We're looking for pictures and videos that capture your experience abroad. The bakery owner opening his shop in the morning on the streets of Paris...your friends studying over an espresso in Rome...a landmark...whatever makes you remember that special time and place that defined your trip overseas.

FIVE lucky winners will receive a Flip Video Mino!

For full contest rules, visit www.summeradvantage.com/photocontest.asp.

Pre-Order Your 2009 Catalog

AIFS Summer Advantage 2009 catalogs will be available soon! Request one now and you'll be among the first to receive a copy.

Request your catalog at www.summeradvantage.com/brochure.asp.

Student Feedback

The Votes are In: Summer Advantage 2008 was a Success!

Summer 2008 students are back from their study abroad trips, and they have provided overwhelmingly positive feedback about their experiences. Here are some student comments from a few of our locations abroad.

Paris

I had the summer I dreamed of! I met amazing people, studied at the Sorbonne and made Paris my own. I wouldn’t change a thing! Thank you so much for an amazing, life-changing summer!
— Anna, Southport, CT

The staff were all amazing! The were attentive and helpful for our every need. The were also incredibly informative and flexible. I enjoyed the program a lot and would encourage other students to absolutely participate if they were looking for a precollege and cultural experience.
— Justine, Bloomfield Hills, MI

St. Petersburg

It is a well-rounded and well-planned program for anyone interested in sampling Russian culture and history.
— Sarah, San Diego, CA

The homestay’s food was excellent and had plenty of Russian dishes.
— Patricia, St. Louis, MO

Rome

AIFS combines the right amount of security with plenty of independence.
— Clare, Ann Arbor, MI

I would most definitely recommend this program to other students. I can’t tell you how many amazing friends I have made and things I have seen. This really is an amazing opportunity!
— Jerilee, Vidor, TX

Thank you to all of our particpants for your feedback. We're glad you enjoyed your program, and we hope to see you next year!

Learn more about AIFS Summer Advantage: www.summeradvantage.com

Summer 2008 Photos

Students in Rome explore the Colosseum on an excursion.

Stay tuned for more pictures from Summer Advantage 2008 programs!

Missed Your Chance for Summer Advantage?

Study Abroad in College with AIFS!

Although Summer Advantage is solely for high school students, the American Institute For Foreign Study (AIFS) offers you the opportunity to study abroad in college, as early as your freshman year, with our world renowned college study abroad programs.

AIFS has a full range of college study abroad programs for the summer, semester, and academic year. With campuses in Argentina, Australia, Austria, China, Costa Rica, the Czech Republic, England, France, India, Ireland, Italy, Peru, Russia, South Africa and Spain, and courses across most disciplines, there is something for everyone!

Contact Admissions Advisor David Mauro at (800) 727-2437 ext. 5163 or dmauro@aifs.com for any questions or to request a college study abroad catalog. To learn more about AIFS’ exciting study abroad programs, visit http://www.aifsabroad.com.

Spread the News

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Summer Advantage Quick Links

Request a brochure: www.summeradvantage.com/brochure.asp
Contact us: www.summeradvantage.com/contact_us.asp
About us: www.summeradvantage.com/about_us.asp
Scholarship Info: www.summeradvantage.com/scholarships.asp
AIFS College Study Abroad: www.aifsabroad.com

AIFS Summer Advantage study abroad programs provide high school students ages 16 or older who have completed their sophomore year with a taste of university life before they enroll in college, as well as help strengthen their prospects for acceptance at a university through foreign language study or liberal arts courses abroad. Most U.S. colleges accept transfer credits for completed work.

Other AIFS Programs:

AIFS programs provide the highest quality educational experience. High school students from many countries study and live with American host families in the U.S. with Academic Year in America. The Au Pair in America program enables American families to host international young people, who assist with childcare and share their culture. Our College Division organizes study abroad for U.S. students at 18 campuses abroad including Richmond, the American International University in London. The Summer Institute for the Gifted (SIG) offers three-week summer residential and day programs on college campuses for academically talented students in grades K through 11. Camp America and Resort America bring young international visitors to the U.S. to serve as camp counselors and support staff during the summer.