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For many CIEE High School USA students, coming to America is their first trip away from home. It’s the most exciting adventure they’ve ever had, and their enthusiasm shows!

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From CIEE

Rafi 16M Indonesia

By Host Families at CIEE

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
From CIEE

Alberto 17M Italy

By Host Families at CIEE

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
From CIEE

Hania 15F Pakistan

By Host Families at CIEE

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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From CIEE

Olivia 15F Germany

By Host Families at CIEE

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
From CIEE

Theo 16M Germany

By Host Families at CIEE

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

Mexico
From CIEE

Juan 17M Mexico

By Host Families at CIEE

Introduction Message: I am very exited to be part of this program and I want to get you know a little of me. So to start I live with my... keep reading

South Korea
From CIEE

Jeun 15F South Korea

By Host Families at CIEE

Introduction Message: Hello, I’m Jueun. When I first meet new people, I can seem a bit passive. However, after meeting them a few times, this passive attitude disappears and a... keep reading

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From CIEE

Miriam 15F Germany

By Host Families at CIEE

Introduction Message: I always try to be empathic to keep my social circle positive, making sure people don't dwell on worries. Overall, I prefer spending time with my close group... keep reading

Mexico
From CIEE

Marco 16M Mexico

By Host Families at CIEE

Introduction Message: Dear host family: thank you very much for accepting me this year in your home, I tell you that I am a 15-year-old boy, who really likes sports... keep reading

Georgia
From CIEE

Giorgi 15M Georgia

By Host Families at CIEE

Introduction Message: I love solving puzzles, most people say I’m open minded and can think of solutions in hard situations. I love playing volleyball, table tennis and solving math and... keep reading

Belgium
From CIEE

Luca 17M Belgium

By Host Families at CIEE

Introduction Message: I’m a sociable person, who adapts easily to new situations and who is open-minded. Those around me say I’m caring and responsible. I can be independent but i... keep reading

Poland
From CIEE

Szymon 18M Poland

By Host Families at CIEE

Introduction Message: I am into an active lifestyle, since childhood my favorite summer activities have been skiing and hiking. I like to keep my hands busy, while at summer house... keep reading

Kazakhstan
From CIEE

Farabi 15M Kazakhstan

By Host Families at CIEE

Introduction Message: In my free time, I am passionate about chess, debating, and programming. I hold the position of the school president in my school and enjoy organizing various events... keep reading

Japan
From CIEE

Sota 17M Japan

By Host Families at CIEE

Introduction Message: Nice to meet you! I like watching animation, cooking, something and listening to music. I'm not good at sports, but I want to play. I'm shy and don't... keep reading

Armenia
From CIEE

Shant 17M Armenia

By Host Families at CIEE

Introduction Message: Hi, I am Shant, 16 years old. I live in Armenia, and I study in the 11th grade of high school. Before proceeding to my essay, I would... keep reading

CIEE students:

  • Represent more than 60 nationalities
  • Are ages 15-18
  • Have 3-plus years of English language study
  • Receive medical insurance through CIEE
  • Build lifelong bonds with their American siblings/host family, classmates, and community

 

What People are Saying

  • Gema spent her exchange year living with her host family in Oklahoma. While in America she was surprised how supportive everyone in her community was to help her live the American dream. Living in the U.S. Gema has learned, “how to trust myself and how to be more independent – now I know how to jump over the obstacles by myself and how to ask for help when I need it”.

    Gema, Spain

  • After a 16 hour plane ride to the U.S., Israrullah landed and lived in Wisconsin for his American exchange year. As a Muslim, Israrullah found that going to church with his host family helped him “understand the religious values of other people, and recognize that religious connections are a common bond between us”.

    Israrullah, Pakistan

  • Henry spent his American school year living and playing football in Texas. When he wasn’t hanging out or going to church with his host family, you could find him telling his American friends about his favorite German food – Weiner Schnitzel – or German history, cars and language. The biggest lesson he realized was he “learned something about myself every day”.

    Henry, Germany

  • Kurumi spent her life-changing exchange year in North Carolina attending high school with her new friends and basketball teammates. While she learned all about American traditions like Prom, and drive-thrus like Bojangles’, the biggest lesson she learned was that “everything about my future is up to me”!

    Kurumi, Japan