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What It Means to Be a CIEE BridgeUSA Host Family
Hosting an international exchange student is about opening your home to a new culture, new perspective, and a relationship that often lasts long after the program ends – for both you and your family.
Saying Goodbye to Your Exchange Student: How Host Families Can Prepare (and Cope)
For thousands of host families across the U.S., saying goodbye to an exchange student can have the opposite effect – marking the end of a year that felt anything but temporary.
What You Need to Know About Hosting a Foreign Exchange Student
Have you ever considered the life-changing impact of hosting a high school exchange student? Not only is it a memory-making experience for a teenager, but it can also be a rewarding opportunity for a host family.
How to Keep Your Exchange Student Active and Engaged During the Holidays
Start thinking of ways to incorporate your student into your host family holiday activities.
What is Culture Shock? A Guide to Help Your Exchange Students Get Comfortable in the U.S.
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
How to Help Your Exchange Student Get Around
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!
How It Works: Hosting in Families With Kids
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
5 Reasons Why Hosting an International Exchange Student Can Change Your Life
Need a reason to host an international exchange student? Good, because we have 5 of them.
Every Student Deserves a Welcome
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
Rafi 16M Indonesia
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