Short-Term High School Experience Program
Experience life in a Canadian high school without disrupting your studies at home.
The Program
- For students 12 – 18 years old
- Choose program length: 1 month, 6 weeks, 2 months, or 3 months
- Our high schools offer about 5 hours of class time each day
- Spend 1 – 2 hours per day studying English as a Second Language
- Participate in regular high school classes like theatre, art, and physical education with Canadian students
The Experience
- Get involved in extra-curricular school activities
- Join all host family activities
- An International Student Program Adviser is in each school to give guidance to students about their academic studies and school activities.
- Stay with a warm, friendly, and supportive Canadian host family
The Benefits
- A short-term experience means your studies at home are not interrupted
- Improve English language proficiency
- Make new friends
- Learn more about the Canadian way of life
- Experience Canadian high school life
- Live in Victoria, one of the world's most desirable cities
- Comprehensive student support helps you make the most of your experience
How To Apply
- Students may enter the program anytime from mid-September to mid-June
- A Valid Travel Document (passport) is required
- You do not need a Study Permit
- Download the application form and fax or mail it to the VIHSP office along with full fee payment
Fees
(All fees in Canadian dollars)
| 1-month program | $2,160 | |
| 6-week program | $3,195 | |
| 2-month program | $4,220 | |
| 3-month program | $6,365 |
Fees Include
- School Fee
- Victoria International Airport Pick-up and Drop-off
- Homestay Fees (including 3 meals per day)
- Medical Insurance
- Participation Certificate
- VIHSP Souvenir
For more information on application procedures and refund policies, download our application form.
Download
- Brochure and Application Form (4.7MB PDF)
- Credit Card Authorization Form (60K PDF)
More information