High School in America
A year-long exchange program immersing international secondary students in U.S. high schools and host families to foster leadership, independence, and cross-cultural understanding.
Funder: American Councils for International Education
Due Dates: Rolling (Applications for 2026–2027 academic year currently open)
Funding Amounts: Participant fee approx. $14,000 (does not include airfare or personal expenses); no scholarships available.
Summary: Year-long, fee-based exchange program for international secondary students to live with U.S. host families and attend American high schools.
Key Information: Applicants must cover all program costs; no scholarships or financial aid provided.
Description
The High School in America Program is a year-long, immersive exchange initiative for international secondary school students. Participants live with volunteer host families and attend an American high school, serving as cultural ambassadors and developing leadership, independence, and cross-cultural communication skills. The program aims to foster personal growth and global understanding, equipping students for future academic and professional success in a globalized world.
