winter break scholarship to Japan

The Youth for Understanding program is offering winter scholarships
for high school students to spend the winter break in Japan.
Details can be found online at
http://yfuusa.org/american-students/scholarships/japan-america-friendship-scholars-jafs---winter.php
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Youth For Understanding USA (YFU USA) is proud to announce a new
short-term scholarship opportunity for students to study in Japan! As
educators, many of you are already familiar with YFU USA scholarship opportunities
for studying in Japan for a summer, semester or year. This year, a new winter
program has been introduced: the Winter Japan-America Friendship Scholars Program
(JAFS)!
 
This three-week Winter JAFS Program runs from December 26, 2009 to
January 16, 2010. Students will have an orientation prior to departure and
will then live with a host family. By living with host families, YFU students are
immersed in both the language and culture of Japan. JAFS Scholars will attend a
local Japanese school for one-week. JAFS scholars will also have the
opportunity to further their understanding of this complex culture by
participating in excursions to museums and other cultural events. Students will also be present
for the Japanese New Year celebration.
 
Students that will have completed at least one semester prior to departure on
program are eligible for this scholarship. There is a $1,700 program contribution.
The application deadline is September 21, 2009.
 
Marianna Di Meo, admissions@yfu DOTorg
Youth For Understanding USA, 1.800.TEENAGE