Argentina Exchange Prices for NZ Students
Classic High School Exchange programs
An exchange program in Argentina costs from NZD $13,490 for a 3-month program, NZD $16,090 for a semester and NZD $17,790 for an academic year if you’re a New Zealand student. Flights from New Zealand, insurance, school enrolment and full board with an Argentinian host family are included. Argentina’s school year runs from February to December, the same as in New Zealand, so it’s one of the easiest destinations to fit around your NZ studies.
What makes it different for Kiwi students
- Same school year as NZ:
A February start means you won’t be out of step with your year group at home. - Welcome orientation included:
Online or in Córdoba. - Visa:
NZ$550 partner fee for semester and year programs, plus consulate fees.
Argentina Classic High School
| Classic Program Length | Price NZD | 2026/27 Program Dates | 2026/27 Program Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Academic Semester | $16,090 | Jul 11 – Dec 18, 2027 | Feb 28, 2027 |
| Short 3 Months | $13,490 | Jul 11 – Oct 9, 2027 | Feb 28, 2027 |
| Academic Year | $17,790 | Mid/Late Feb 2028 – Mid Dec 2028 | Aug 31, 2027 |
| Academic Semester | $16,090 | Mid/Late Feb 2028 – Mid Jul 2028 | Aug 31, 2027 |
| Short 3 Months | $13,490 | Mid/Late Feb 2028 – Mid May 2028 | Aug 31, 2027 |
| Academic Semester | $16,090 | Early/Mid Jul 2028 – Mid Dec 2028 | Feb 28, 2028 |
| Short 3 Months | $13,490 | Early/Mid Jul 2028 – Early Oct 2028 | Feb 28, 2028 |
Apply Early: Places are limited and deadlines may change, so we recommend applying early to secure your preferred program.
Program Dates: Start dates indicate approximate arrival periods. Confirmed travel dates will be provided in advance.
Flights, Surcharges & Changes: Program fees include a flight budget and a Flight Surcharge may apply, see Outbound Program Prices for details. Flights follow partner-set schedules; early departures or personal travel changes incur a $300 fee (plus any airline charges).
The Argentina Classic High School program includes:
| Return economy airfares from your nearest capital city with a reputable carrier. |
| Travel to and from your host community at the beginning and the end of the program – this may be a domestic flight, bus or rail transfer. ** |
| Full comprehensive medical, hospital, health, accident, baggage, cancellation, personal liability & travel insurance. The policy can be viewed in full on the insurance page on our website. |
| Your own Southern Cross Cultural Exchange Program Coordinator to support you throughout your time away as necessary and required. |
| Application Support. |
| Online Pre-Departure Orientation. |
| Arrival Orientation meeting in your host country (may be in your host community). |
| Full board in a carefully selected host family. |
| Enrolment at your host school. In most destinations, students are not required to wear a school uniform. Additional costs will apply where required for uniforms, school cafeteria/canteen meals, books/materials, transport and excursions etc. |
| Southern Cross Cultural Exchange admin costs. |
| 24/7 emergency phone support. |
| Local Coordinator in your host community. |
| Certificate of Completion. |
** Southern Cross Cultural Exchange is required to book flights for students to arrive and depart at set times, as stipulated by the overseas partner. A further fee of $300 is required to make any additional changes to the flights for a requested earlier departure or for personal travel at the end of the program. This will be in addition to the airline cost to make any change to the flights.
Not included in Argentina Classic high school program price:
| Personal spending money | NZ$500-600 per month |
| Vaccinations | Personal expense |
| Visa Applications | Semester and Academic Year programs – Our Argentinian partner organisation will charge NZ$550 to initiate the visa process. In addition, there will be visa charges from the Consulate of Argentina. |
| Welcome Orientation | Included in the program fee. The orientation will be conducted either virtually or in person in Córdoba, depending on the number of students in each intake. |
| School expenses | Books, school materials, transport to/from school/school trips |
| Additional luggage fees | As charged by the airlines |
| Optional excursions and tours | May be arranged by your host school or Local Coordinator once on program at an additional cost. |
ARGENTINA PROGRAM PRICE FAQS
- How much is an exchange in Argentina from New Zealand?
From NZD $13,490 for 3 months up to NZD $17,790 for a year. - When do I apply?
By 28 February for July starts and by 31 August for February starts.