From the peaks
of Patagonia
To the river
canyons of Idaho
When we need
a classroom...
The world awaits.

We Build
Leaders

Alzar brings students to the intersection of engaging learning, cultural exchange and outdoor adventure.

BACKPACKING IN PARQUE PATAGONIA

High School Semesters

A Community of Learners.

Come live and learn in the peaks of Patagonia and along the rivers of Idaho for a semester of high school. Laughter, challenge, and adventure define your days at Alzar School. Engaging academic curriculum is intentionally crafted to connect to student experiences on the trail and abroad in Chile.  Small class sizes and strong relationships with faculty who live, study, and travel alongside the students result in a community of learners dedicated to leadership education.  This is high school.

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GAP STUDENTS PADDLING IN CHILE

gap programs

Adventures that inspire

Alzar Gap provides high school graduates with life changing experiences while offering tangible leadership training in world class destinations.  If you are seeking something more from your traditional university experience and are excited to learn more about yourself, gain a broader world view, and make authentic connections with diverse people in wild and untamed parts of the world, then Alzar Gap could offer your next step.

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EXPLORE ALZAR GAP
GAP STUDENTS PADDLING IN CHILE
PADDLING ON THE RIO BAKER IN CHILE

admissions

Find your adventure.

Each cohort of students joins us from across the country and world for an educational experience unlike any other. Imagine having thoughtful leadership discussions with the Patagonian Andes as a backdrop.  Live in a yurt along the North Fork of the Payette River.  Whether you are looking for a semester away during high school or a gap program after you graduate, we have just the educational adventure you need.  Learn more about how to apply.

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18,171
STUDENT LEADERSHIP INITIATIVES
21,039
DAYS PRACTICING LEAVE NO TRACE IN THE FIELD
570
STUDENTS ENGAGED IN ALZAR'S ACADEMICS
34,121
HOURS LEARNING THROUGH SERVICE
20,506
DAYS LIVING IN CHILE
41,640
MILES HIKED WHILE ON BACKPACKING TRIPS
152,913
MILES TRAVELED ON BEAUTIFUL RIVERS
2,727,245
DOLLARS IN SCHOLARSHIPS TO STUDENTS FROM ALL BACKGROUNDS
328
SENDING SCHOOLS REPRESENTED

NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY

Alzar School does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, or national and ethnic origin in its administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship programs, and other school administered programs for students, or in its employment practices. Alzar School is not affiliated with any religious or political organization. Alzar School is an equal opportunity service provider and operates on special use permits from the Klamath, Boise, Payette, and Shasta-Trinity National Forests.  You can read more here.