Global Citizen Scholarship Fund

Here at EF, our goal has always been Opening the World Through Education. And our Global Citizen Scholarship Fund is designed to make that happen for more students than ever. Our needs- and merit-based scholarship awards $1,000 to as many as 100 students from around the country. That’s up to $100,000 in scholarships every year to help students discover the world—and their place in it. Read on to learn more about

Booking Conditions

Booking Conditions vary per season. Read frequently asked questions, information about payment schedules, refunds and insurance for your tour’s dates. Future travel years (2025, 2026, 2027) Departing on or after October 1, 2024 (PDF) <a target="_blank"

Academic credit for students

College credit Students have the opportunity to build college confidence and earn college credit by enrolling in an exclusive online course from Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU). The course, PDHU 480EF: Interculturalism and Global Exploration, helps students explore their destination, challenge their own assumptions, and

Professional learning credit

Professional learning hours/points Course details Educators who travel on an EF tour for students can complete EF’s travel-based course to earn professional learning hours or points. The course encourages pre-tour research and planning as well as on-tour observations and reflection. After the tour, educators create an instructional unit that integrates their international experiences and content knowledge into engaging and meaningful

Peace of Mind Program

Lea esta página en español We understand that plans can change due to unforeseen circumstances. EF provides an exclusive Peace of Mind program to account for such situations. This program is automatically included for all travelers and can be enacted at the group level for any reason, including terrorism, pandemics, or other world events. For groups traveling before October 1, 2025, your Group Leader may choose from the

Flexible options

The safety of our travelers and staff is our top priority. The health and safety of our travelers and staff has been our top priority for more than 55 years. We are closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation, are in constant communication with our offices around the world, and are actively following the guidance of all relevant health authorities.   <p

Individual travel coverage

Travelers can choose to enroll in one of the Global Travel Protection plans, both of which are designed specifically with EF travelers in mind. These affordable plans provide pre-departure and on-tour benefits, including medical expense coverage that may apply on tour and tour cancellation for the stated reasons below. Please read on for additional coverage details, and deadlines to purchase each plan. <img alt="" style="display: block;"