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CIEE offers a guidebook to help your family navigate culture shock.

What is Culture Shock? A Guide to Help Your Exchange Students Get Comfortable in the U.S.

By Host Families

Flying many hours on a plane. Getting in a car with people they just met. Moving into an unfamiliar house in an equally unfamiliar area. It would be a lot... keep reading

It's common for exchange students to take the bus to school.

How to Help Your Exchange Student Get Around

By Host Families

Host families are expected to help their international student arrange transportation. But don’t worry – this doesn't mean you must drive your student wherever they want to go!

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How It Works: Hosting in Families With Kids

By Host Families

As a family with kids of your own, are you concerned that you won’t have enough time to host an international student? If so, we’re here to help you rest... keep reading

A couple meets their international exchange student for the first time

5 Reasons Why Hosting an International Exchange Student Can Change Your Life

By Host Families

Need a reason to host an international exchange student? Good, because we have 5 of them.

Every Student Deserves a Welcome

By Host Families

In just one year, a host family can change a student’s life — and their own. 🌍❤️ This video captures the joy, growth, and unforgettable moments that happen when families... keep reading

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Rafi 16M Indonesia

By Host Families

Introduction Message: To achieve my goals, it takes hard work and a high work ethic, which are deeply rooted in my personality. I love playing soccer and look forward to... keep reading

Italy

Alberto 17M Italy

By Host Families

Introduction Message: I am a very empathic person who is available and always there towards others. I like to spend time with my friends with whom I love to laugh... keep reading

Pakistan

Hania 15F Pakistan

By Host Families

Introduction Message: I'm Hania. I am a responsible and caring person. My hobbies are baking, cooking, painting and reading. I really am eager to meet you and from this experience... keep reading

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Olivia 15F Germany

By Host Families

Introduction Message: I am an open and happy person and I love to be active and try out new things. I like music, no matter if it’s listening to music... keep reading

Germany

Theo 16M Germany

By Host Families

Introduction Message: I'm a very outgoing, social and trustworthy person. I love to spend my time with friends and having fun together while doing activities like listening to music, playing... keep reading