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Published 2/23/26 11:50AM

Host an International High School Exchange Student

AFS-USA INC.
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Syracuse, NY
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    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Commitment Details:
    12 weeks, a semester, or full academic year
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    500
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Education, Volunteering
    Good For:
    Public Groups
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    25+

    Description

    Host an International High School Exchange Student

    Open Your Heart & Home with AFS-USA

    Welcome the world into your home by hosting a high school exchange student with AFS-USA! Families of all kinds are needed to host students from over 80 countries for a semester or school year.

    AFS students are 15-18 years old and are eager to share their culture, attend a local high school, and become part of your family. AFS students speak English, have their own spending money, and come with full medical insurance.

    AFS host families come in all shapes and sizes! Whether you're a couple with kids, a single adult, empty-nester, or retiree, you can provide a life-changing experience-for your student and for yourself.

    Interested in learning more or viewing student profiles?

    Call us: 1-800-AFS-INFO (1-800-237-4636)

    Email us: hosting@afsusa.org

    Learn more: afsusa.org/host-family

    Make a difference. Host with AFS.

    Watch our video to learn more: Become an AFS Global Family

    Location

    On-site
    Communities across the United States, Syracuse, New York, US

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