Location
Multiple Locations +6
  • Italy
    • Rome
    • Florence
    • Siena
  • Spain
    • Barcelona
    • Madrid
  • Portugal
    • Lisbon
  • France
    • Paris
    • Strasbourg
  • Switzerland
    • Bern
  • Germany
    • Munich
    • Berlin
Length
4 - 26 weeks

Program Details

Program Type
Direct Enrollment
Timeframe
Spring
Housing
Apartment Hotel
Language
English
Age Min.
15
Age Max
19

Pricing

Starting Price
28950
Price Details
Tuition Includes -
Return airfare from Toronto's Pearson International Airport
Transportation between hotel locations via private coach
Transportation for all listed program excursions
Hotels and accommodations
Breakfast and dinner daily
Entrance fees to all course-specific sites
Ministry-approved credit(s) upon successful completion of the course(s)
Custom course pack
MEI journal
What's Included
Accommodation Activities Airfare Domestic Airfare Airport Transfers Meals Transportation
What's Not Included
Some Meals SIM cards Travel Insurance Visa
Mar 12, 2025
Mar 27, 2025
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About Program

Picture yourself retracing Louis XIV’s footsteps in the Hall of Mirrors at the Palace of Versailles, or trekking through the snow-capped Swiss Alps. Imagine swimming in the Aegean Sea, studying the Caesars in the Roman Forum, or debating the effects of the World Wars from the trenches in Germany.

Fall Semester Europe: Rome, Roccamare, Florence, Borgo San Luigi, Barcelona, Madrid, Lisbon, Paris, Heidelberg, The Swiss Alps, Munich & Berlin

Courses Offered: AP World History: Modern, AP English Language and Composition, Grade 12 English, Grade 11 English, Grade 12 Modern Media, Grade 12 Phys-Ed, Grade 12 World History.

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Program Highlights

  • 9:1 Student to staff ratio (maximum)
  • Earn Ministry-approved credits
  • Visit some of the most breathtaking European sites
  • Individual attention via Masterclasses
  • Live lectures, discussions and activities

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Program Reviews

4.88 Rating
based on 16 reviews
  • 5 rating 87.5%
  • 4 rating 12.5%
  • 3 rating 0%
  • 2 rating 0%
  • 1 rating 0%
  • Growth 4.9
  • Support 4.7
  • Fun 4.9
  • Housing 4.7
  • Safety 4.9
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Joel
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Friendly, Fascinating, And Frantic

The trip I went on was two and a half months long and left me with memories that I will never forget. The staff on the program are kind and are willing to offer support when troubles arise. The places that students travel to are nuggets of knowledge and wisdom that are not easily forgotten. When we traveled, the places we ate left me with a new palette and I’d suggest picky eaters like me attempt to try every meal they can get their hands on (maybe skip tripe though). Finally, my one small issue with the trip is there are so many places and learning opportunities that the schedule can feel frantic at times. Besides that, I’d recommend this experience purely because the people I met and the friends I made will not be forgotten easily.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
This program requires you to buy into the culture and be there for your fellow class mates. Two and a half months away from home is no small feat.
Pros
  • Friendly people
  • Life long learners
  • Prepares students for the future
Cons
  • The schedule can lack structure at times
56 people found this review helpful.
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Joel
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Friendships born of grit

This is a hard program, there is no doubt about it. It is something that will teach you grit and perseverance because you are bound to make mistakes. But the experience is worth it. The friends you make along the way are life long and the material is bound to stick with you. Overall, I’d recommend the experience for those who would like to gain perspective and experience with the real world. The places we visited were beautiful and well worth exploring. The memories I’ve made with my peers are irreplaceable and will be cherished forever

What was the most unfamiliar thing you ate?
Cow intestine. If your going to travel the world, don’t restrict yourself
Pros
  • Friends
  • Beautiful
  • Life long lessons
Cons
  • Can be spontaneous in moments
  • The work is hard
  • Not much “alone time”
60 people found this review helpful.
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Ruby
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

MEI Fall Semester in Europe - An unforgettable experience!

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What was the most surprising thing you saw or did?
We explored the etruscan tombs and swam in hot springs in the Tuscan countryside! I never knew learning history and english could be this fun and exciting.
Pros
  • Comfortable accomodations
  • Engaging classwork
  • Wonderful peers and learning environment
Cons
  • Unrealistic workload expectations at times
  • Lack of structure
48 people found this review helpful.
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Amyah
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

A Life Changing Year

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103 people found this review helpful.
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ellie
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Big Year experience

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Pros
  • The people!
  • Riley Miller
Cons
  • Workload can seem intimidating depending on your teachers.
  • No weekends (but worth it)
115 people found this review helpful.
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Elise
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Just do it

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Pros
  • Strong community
  • Remarkable, well rounded education
  • Variety of European cities
Cons
  • A bit unstructured- at time there was lack of clarity and structure in daily plans + meet ups
141 people found this review helpful.
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Iain
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

MEI was pretty fun

I went on this program during Fall 2022. I met a lot of interesting individuals, some of which I am still friends with. It was really fun and something I definitely won't forget, my only gripe is the lack of freedom for certain activities. The education I received was top notch and I became well-versed in European history. The teachers were also well-versed in their fields and truly pushed me and my fellow students further than we could have gone. The assistant teachers were nice as well. The entire group functions like a family away from home for the duration of the trip. Would reccomend.

Pros
  • New People
  • Different cultures
  • Amazing sights
Cons
  • Lack of Freedom
  • Group dynamics
182 people found this review helpful.
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Hilary
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

BEST Time of My LIFE

After completing the summer trip to Greece this year, I was lucky enough to join the MEI Fall trip. The trip changed my life. I have grown and learned not only about the world around me, but have gotten to really know myself. This trip has shown me the beauties of the world we live in, and encouraged me to be the best version of myself. This is so much more than school. After being on lockdown through covid, this program has helped me find new friends and explore new opportunities I never knew existed!

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
70 days away from home was a nerve-racking concept to get my head around but, I took a deep breath and... I stepped off the plane! Just drive in and enjoy the ride.
229 people found this review helpful.

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