MEI Academy

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MEI International Academy

Type	High School
Industry	Education
Founded	1997
Founder	Joe Mei
Headquarters	Ontario, Canada
Website	www.meiacademy.com

MEI International Academy (abbreviated as MEI) is a study abroad organization that specializes in experiential learning, academic coursework, and educational travel. Founded in 1997 by Joe and Rita Mei, the company aims to offer a global high school experience. Thousands of students have graduated from MEI programs.^{[1][better source needed]}

Programs[]

MEI operates over 30 study abroad programs across six continents: Asia, Europe, South America, North America, Africa, and Australia.^{[citation needed]} All programs are designed for high school and gap year students, and are organized by term (with 4 terms making up a school year), besides the 16 programs that run throughout the summer. Students can choose to embark on a single term or opt for a longer experience by choosing a variation of term programs to make up a semester or year of study abroad.

Notable courses[]

MEI is headquartered in Caledon, Ontario, and is accredited by the Ontario Ministry of Education through the Upper Grand District School Board; however, MEI also accepts international students. Students from schools outside of Ontario may have the academic courses accredited by their individual schools or local school boards. Course credits from MEI appear on student academic records and can be used for university entrance. MEI offers a mix of subjects and programs have a 9:1 student/teacher ratio. No dedicated classrooms are used as lectures are delivered on location. Courses offered vary from program to program, and include Ancient and Modern World History, International Business, Modern Media and Photography, and Writer’s Craft.^[2]

Recognition[]

• GoOverseas Community Choice Awards Category Winner 2018
• GoOverseas Community Choice Awards Category Winner 2020^{[citation needed]}

See also[]

• EF Education
• Neuchâtel Junior College
• Blyth Education

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