Service Learning

Service Learning

Get inspired by the kind of progress you can see, and the kind of change you can feel through a service learning trip. Through service learning travel, girls will work side-by-side with established nonprofits, NGOs and local community members on meaningful and sustainable solutions to real-life problems. This tour provides hands-on work experience and cross-cultural exchanges. They’ll learn collaboration, problem-solving skills, grow to understand civic responsibility, and will return home motivated to take action in their own communities.

On this page:

1. Our itinerary
2. Girl-led opportunities
3. Academic resources
4. Impact of travel
5. Making travel possible
6. Group Leader benefits
7. Connect with us


Girls take the lead

Every girl gets to play an active role in their experience. Taking on responsibilities and being engaged in the process, from beginning to end, is a powerful way to gain leadership skills that will benefit them long after their tour has ended.

Learn how you can give your girls the opportunity to take the lead and learn skills like goal setting, decision-making, money management, communication and global citizenship.
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Resources that go the extra mile

We provide resources that let girls reflect on their experiences and take them a step further—before, during, and after their tour.

Personalized learning: Every tour comes with a personalized learning platform that taps into each girl’s passions to help her put a more personal lens on the trip.

College readiness: An EF Tour for Girls is a perfect opportunity to write about on a college application. That’s why we created the UnCommon App, a series of guided exercises to help girls write standout admissions essays.

High school and college credit: EF is an accredited educational institution, just like a school. Girls can earn academic credit by completing coursework as part of their EF tours.

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How do you measure the immeasurable?

Below are just a few of the intangible benefits of educational travel for girls.

  • 97% of girls said this tour helped them understand new people, places and cultures.

  • 85% of girls said this tour inspired them to take action in their community or continue studying something they learned on tour.

  • 83% of girls said this tour helped them grow more confident and independent.

  • 82% of girls said this tour helped them discover more about themselves.



Source: Trip evaluations, Travel years: 2019 and 2021

Making travel possible

We’re dedicated to making travel accessible to as many girls as possible. Because of our unmatched global network and longstanding relationships with airlines and hotels, we’re always able to offer the best value.

Group Leader benefits

Selflessness is in your nature. But let’s take a moment to consider the benefits that you’ll receive as a Group Leader.

  • International Training Tours

    First-time Group Leaders are welcomed to the EF family through a training tour to places like Paris or Rome. They are designed to prepare you for the responsibilities and safety measures required, so you’ll return home confident before leading your girls abroad.

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  • Your Trip Is On Us

    You’ll earn a free spot on your tour for every six people you enroll! That means you’ll travel free and you’ll have the opportunity to build a team of chaperones to help you who can travel for free as well.

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  • World-Class Travel Rewards

    Start earning Global Rewards points as soon as you start enrolling travelers. Redeem them for incredible rewards ranging from personal vacations in a destination of your choice to travel scholarships for your girls.

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