Camp · Language/Cultural · Ages 18–21 · $1,164/week
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▌ Language/Cultural · Ages 18–21

Swedish Adult Weekend

Bemidji · $1,164/week

Immerse yourself in Swedish language and culture with engaging activities, small language learning groups and...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully and leads to the Concordia Language Villages website, which details various programs including the Swedish Adult Weekend. The organization is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid through 2025, as confirmed on their website's 'About Us' and 'Safety' sections. Concordia Language Villages is a program of Concordia College, a non-profit educational institution, making its owner type 'university'. The 'Safety' page explicitly states that staff undergo background checks. The organization has been operating for over 60 years, with its founding in 1961. Social media handles for Instagram (@concordialanguagevillages) and Facebook (ConcordiaLanguageVillages) are easily found on their website. The program type for the Swedish Adult Weekend is overnight, as it involves staying at the village for the duration of the weekend.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 196660+ years operating
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University programRun by an academic institution
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Who thrives here Ages 18–21

Swedish Adult Weekend serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in language/cultural, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1966 (60 years)
Operator
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

How we verify these →

Details

  • Category: Language/Cultural
  • Ages: 18–21
  • Address: 8659 Thorson Rd, Bemidji, MN 56601
  • Phone: 800-222-4750
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Standard price $665 for the weekend (4 days). 65+ and students $640. Minimum deposit $50. Registration for the April session is closed.

↗ What parents like

  • Immersive language learning
  • Culturally authentic meals

↘ Watch for

  • Registration is closed
  • Short weekend program

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Swedish Adult Weekend

What ages does Swedish Adult Weekend accept?
Swedish Adult Weekend is open to children ages 18–21. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Swedish Adult Weekend cost?
Swedish Adult Weekend publishes $1,164/week for the standard session. Standard price $665 for the weekend (4 days). 65+ and students $640. Minimum deposit $50. Registration for the April session is closed. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Swedish Adult Weekend accredited?
Yes — Swedish Adult Weekend is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 60 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs Swedish Adult Weekend?
Swedish Adult Weekend is operated by a university program, with 60 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Swedish Adult Weekend provide lunch?
Yes — Swedish Adult Weekend includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
How does Swedish Adult Weekend compare to other language/cultural camps in Bemidji?
Swedish Adult Weekend is one of 78 language/cultural camps in Bemidji that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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