Affiliate Programs

Learning in the World has cultivated relationships with organizations outside of Phillips Academy whose programming complements our own PA faculty/staff-led opportunities. These organizations have been identified by members of the Learning in the World community and are recognized leaders in global and intercultural education. Most affiliate programs take place in person, though some offer virtual opportunities, as well. 

To indicate their intention to apply to an affiliate program, students must first complete the “Main Application for March/Summer/Affiliates” form on the online portal and rank their affiliate choice(s) among all the LITW opportunities they are seeking. Next, they must complete the “Affiliate Program(s) Expression of Interest” form and submit both forms by 5 p.m. Friday, November 14, 2025.  

Need-based financial assistance is available from Learning in the World for affiliate programs. See the explanation of financial assistance in Take Action.

In some cases, tuition for affiliate programs exceeds our ability to fully meet your demonstrated need, but we endeavor to make these opportunities as accessible as possible for you. Please be in touch with Mrs. Andréa Prescott Gerakaris ([email protected]) from the Financial Aid office with specific inquiries regarding your circumstances.

Generally, financial assistance from Learning in the World can be combined with awards and scholarships from our affiliates. Send your inquiries on available funding opportunities to the admission office of the corresponding affiliate organization.

AFFILIATE DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS

• Bahamas—Island School Summer Term
• France, Italy, Spain—School Year Abroad Summer and Yearlong
• Germany—AATG High School Summer Study Program
• Greece, France, Italy, and online—Paideia Institute
• Italy and online—Calder Classics
• Japan—Toin International Exchange Student (TIES) Program
• CIEE language & culture programs:
  • Arabic Language & Moroccan Culture in Rabat
  • Chinese Language & Culture in Shanghai
  • Chinese Language & Taiwanese Culture in Taipei
  • French Language & Culture in Toulouse
  • Honors French Language & Culture in Rennes
  • German Language & Culture in Berlin 
  • Italian Language & Culture in Milan
  • Italian Language & Culture in Rome
  • Korean Language & Culture in Seoul
  • Spanish Language & Argentinian Culture in Buenos Aires
  • Spanish Language & Mexican Culture in Yucatán
  • Honors Spanish Language & Culture in Madrid
  • Honor Spanish Language & Culture in Seville
• South Africa—African Leadership Academy Global Scholars Program
• Spain—INESLE Madrid-Santander
• USA (various regions)—National Outdoor Leadership School
• USA (Maine and New England)—Camp Chewonki Leadership Expeditions
• USA (Maine and New England)—Hurricane Island Outward Bound School

All affiliate opportunities have been carefully curated as listed above. While some affiliates may offer other options, LITW does not endorse them and will not accept expressions of interest for programs not appearing on our list. 

The Expression of Interest is NOT an application to an affiliate program, but rather it is required by the LITW office so that we may coordinate with students and families on pre- and post-program actions, especially in the financial aid process. Please be sure you know the specific deadlines and requirements that each of our affiliates has in place, as they will vary from LITW’s. In general, the sooner you apply to the affiliate program, the better!