Mary
International Exchange Coordinator
EF High School Exchange Year
Hosting an exchange student is a great way to bring more fun and excitement into your home – while also learning about another part of the world!
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When you host an international exchange student, you’re not just offering a place to stay - you’re opening your door to a new culture, new traditions and a new way of seeing the world. Along the way, you’ll build real connections, share everyday moments and create memories that stick.
It’s easier than you think - and more rewarding than you can imagine.
Over 45 years bringing students to the USA
Connected over 100,000 students with host families
Officially designated by the US Department of State
24/7 support network
Learn the hosting basics
Hosting an exchange student with EF is a volunteer opportunity to open your home to an international high school student.
Kilian
Germany · Male · 16 years old
my name is Kilian, I am 15 years old and I come from Germany. Thank you very much for taking the time to read my letter. I am incredibly excited about spending a year in the US and I hope this letter gives you an idea of who I am and why I am looking forward to become part of your family. Even thoug...
Viola
Germany · Female · 16 years old
Thank you for taking the time to read my letter and for considering welcoming me into your home during my exchange year. My name is Viola. I am 15 years old and will be 16 when I come to America. I am from Germany and live with my parents and my younger siblings, Gloria and Josef, who are 10 and 7 ...
Cassandra
Germany · Female · 16 years old
I am Cassandra from Germany and 15 years old. I‘m extremely excited for this exchange and since you’re a big part of it, I’m also extremely excited about you and the memories we‘re gonna make together. So first of all I‘m going to write a bit about myself because I think you should know who I am. So...
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Prepared
Our students come prepared and have the right expectations for their exchange in the USA.
Support
It’s totally understandable if you have questions about an exchange year. Together we can figure out the best support for your family.
Available
We have representatives all over the USA ready to help out if something comes up. We're available 24/7, every day of the year.
Hear from our host families
EF High School Exchange Year is “hands down” the very best exchange program. The wrap around support provided for the exchange students & host families is phenomenal… as well as for those of us supervising their efforts. A better exchange program does not exist!
Lisa Z.
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EF High School Exchange Year provides so much support for host families and students. You won't find a better exchange program!
Sara W.
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I've hosted 9 students with EF High School Exchange Year. This is a wonderful organization that is committed to supporting students, host families, and local volunteers. I cannot recommend this experience enough. Our family has grown into a global family, and we couldn't be happier.
Nicole I.
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