Multiculturalism and International Initiatives
Nichols School has four different annual exchange programs for upper school students: Costa Rica, Spain, France, and China. Nichols students host an international student for three weeks, and then travel abroad and stay with that student and their family for an average of three weeks. While abroad, students attend classes at the hosting institution and travel to historical and cultural sites of importance. Living with a host family, rather than in a hotel, provides an in depth view of the culture and nature of every day life. Students may participate in more than one exchange, with many of the Spanish students traveling to Costa Rica sophomore year, and Spain in junior or senior year. The Nichols exchange programs serve to foster a broader world-view and encourage students to see themselves as members of a wider global community. The Nichols dedication to diversity extends beyond the local community, particularly in this day and age when globalization affects our every day lives.
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