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Welcome to AFS

AFS offers many study abroad experiences, as well as opportunities to host a high school foreign exchange student, and volunteer.

Host an Exchange Student

There’s no place like home. Host with AFS!
Each year, AFS welcomes more than 2,500 international high school students to the U.S. Host families provide a bed and meals, and are asked to guide and support their hosted participant as they would any other family member in return for a lifetime of memories.

Be an Exchange Student

Study Abroad for a Year, Semester, or Summer!
AFS will help high school students choose the perfect year, semester, or summer program. The experience will change the way you look at yourself and the world.

Gap-Year & Beyond

18 Years or Older? High School Grad? Gain an Advantage with AFS!
Whether you’re taking time off before or during college, or want to spend time after your high school graduation before considering what your next steps might be, AFS Gap Year Programs can be your opportunity of a lifetime.

Summer Programs

Turn your summer break into an unforgettable adventure. AFS offers 3-7 week programs across the globe departing June through July.

Volunteer with AFS

Volunteer with AFS: What the World Needs Now Is…You!
AFS is a worldwide organization with one of the largest volunteer networks of its kind. Volunteers…
  • Help international students feel at home in America
  • Build bridges of understanding between people
  • Assist with community events
  • Work with young Americans who want to go abroad
  • Work with area high schools, organizations, and families

Why AFS?

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