Come to India Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q. Where in India will I live?
A. North India, mainly in the Punjab region The cities that we placed students in for the 2007/8 program, as seen in the map at right, were as follows:

     • Amritsar (north India)
     • Chandighar (north)
     • Jalandhar (north)
     • Ludhiania (north)
     • Shimla (north)
     • Mumbhai (middle-west India)
     • Pune (middle-west)

Q. What type of school will I attend?
A. You will attend one of the top private schools in your community. Following are the websites of some of the schools who participated in 2007/8:

     • Springdale Senior School, in Amritsar
     • Delhi Public School, in Jalhandhar
     • Sacred Heart Convent School, in Ludhiania
     • St. Bede's College, in Shimla

Q. Will I be able to shower/ bathe every day?
A. Yes!!

Q. What is the easiest way to receive money from my natural family?
A. Debit card, or credit card.

Q.How hot will it be in summer?
A. In the north it reaches around 46°C.

Q.Will I need warm clothes in the winter?
A. Yes, the temperature can drop to 3°C.

Q. Can I find western bathroom necessities in India?
A. Yes

Q. Will I be picked up at the airport when I arrive in India?
A. Yes. You will be picked up by either a YFU India volunteer or staff member.