Theater / International Sign

Ål folkehøgskole – Ål
Telephone: 32 08 26 00
E-mail: aal.folkehogskole@al.fhs.no

Course length: All year
Start-up date: 16.08.2026
Price: from NOK 145 000,-

Foundation:
Liberal
The liberal folk high schools are built on values that are not based on one particular belief. They encourage students with different interests and beliefs to apply.
Food: Vegetarian, vegan
Most schools will accommodate food allergies and other dietary needs. If you have questions, please contact the school directly.

Location: Ål
Study tour: Study trip in the school year 2026/2027: USA

Mandatory: Yes

Price: Included in course price

Duration: 11 dager

Meals included per day: 2

Ål Folk High School is heading to the United States in the 2026–2027 school year! On this trip, we will visit New York and Washington, D.C. The highlight is Gallaudet University — the world’s only university for the Deaf!

This is a unique opportunity to experience American culture, big-city life, and American Sign Language. We will explore and learn about the living conditions of Deaf people in the U.S., the rights they have, and how the situation has developed in recent years. This will be an unforgettable journey filled with new experiences, friendships, and lifelong memories. Join us for a trip that deepens your understanding of Deaf culture across continents!

Ål Folk High School offers full-year courses for deaf and hearing signers from all over the world! Our students comes from a wide range of countries from all five continents! We have had students from Madagascar, Iran, India, Chile, Venezuela, Italy, Spain, Denmark, Australia, the USA and many other countries. The only Folk High School for deaf people in Norway, the Ål folkehøyskole and Conference Center for Deaf People is a national resource center in the field of Sign Language and Deaf Studies.

Ål Folk High School is a liberal school owned by the Norwegian Deaf Assocation. We emphasize generosity and inclusion where everyone is seen and has the opportunity to participate. With us, you will experience unity, personal development, and gain a new understanding of diversity and inclusion.

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