I have the oppurtunity to study abroad next year but my parents really dont want me to go since it is for the whole school year.I have told them just about everything like I would be learning a new language and it would help me with my future career but they really arent budging.DO you have any ideaas of what I could say?Really anything would help.Thanks.
2007-02-26 08:22:17 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Studying Abroad
Give them a break and wait until you are in college to do the semester/year abroad. It will be more relevant, useful, and productive if you are older when you go.
2007-02-26 13:39:06 · answer #1 · answered by franklyn 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As someone who has HOSTED students from other countries, some of the issues they mentioned may be helpful to you. For one, not only are you learning a new language, but a new culture. You'll be able to explore a new area, and hosting is actually very safe. Any host family planning on hosting an exchange student MUST go through a background check to make sure that they are a safe placement, and most families with most programs have to be interviewed.
You can still talk to your family via email and occasionally (most programs ask you to limit calls to once per month) through phone conversation. It's a new experience you can learn through. If it will help them, and if you have the time, it might be a good idea to look at "summer hosting" through programs like YFU-USA or other exchange programs. Often, you can host a student over the summer, which would give them the chance to learn from another student coming into your home. If they have a good experience, maybe your parents will realize the good experience that you could have elsewhere.
Best of luck!
2007-02-26 08:30:40 · answer #2 · answered by eastbaywhatsername 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
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2016-09-29 22:56:44 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am a senior...did you finish all your required classes (like government and economics are required in my school to graduate)? College applications are also a big part of senior year--it would probably be a big pain to do in another country. I want to study abroad too, but I am going to take a year off before I go to college to do something. You might want to stay here for senior year. or yes, go during college. Maybe your parents are worried about the college part. So it's good to stay here and apply to your colleges--you don't want to come back and end up having no where to go to school---good luck with whatver you choose, but remember I think we have a lot of time, even though i keep feeling that I don't.
2007-02-26 21:48:14 · answer #4 · answered by graceway 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is this part of a Foreign Exchange Student Program? Is your school involved in this? I'm assuming you're still in the process of applying and that your parents will not give their permission, right?
Okay, to begin with, let me assure you that it is indeed a great honor to be considered for opportunities like this. Let me assure you too that if this a part of a legitimate program your host family has already been well-screened and that you're gonna be in good hands.
Who's your best ally to convince your parents? Your teachers, of course; preferably, the principal. And an endorsement from your pastor would help too.
What are their main arguments for saying "no"? If you share this with us, maybe we'll be in a better position to provide you with ammunitions to win your case.
Good Luck.
2007-02-26 08:48:19 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell them you'd earn the money on your own. This may be a big reason they're saying no. Start raising now! Also look into scholarships. Also, research all about your program so you can answer all their doubts and questions. Find essays from people who have studied abroad about how it changed their lives. A good site is blogabroad.com
2007-03-01 15:48:20 · answer #6 · answered by ~∂Їβ~ 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First, have they told you exactly why they don't want you to study aboard? It would be easier for you to come up with a persuasive argument once you know what their concerns are. Also, I would mention to them that studying aboard in high school would make you stand out on your college applications and just make you a more well-rounded person.
2013-11-25 11:50:51 · answer #7 · answered by Study Abroad Advisor 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wait til college. You'll get a better experience. People will respect you more too since you'll be a little older and a little wiser.
2007-02-26 08:29:55 · answer #8 · answered by Holly Golightly 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Will you be 18? if yes, then go
2007-02-26 08:29:20 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋