Meet Our Students
The students featured below have been randomly selected. If you would like to extend or refine your search, please select your criteria above. If you would like to see more students with specific interests or from a specific country, please Contact Us or Apply Now.


Xin Pei (16)
TAIWAN
| Languages: | Mandarin Chinese, English |
| Siblings: | None |
| Mother: | Manage Guesthouse |
| Father: | Manage Guesthouse |
| TP005WW Y |
Interests
Cooking, baking, handicraft club, fashion, playing the cello, watching performing arts, jazz music
Letter to my Host FamilyCynthia is a thoughtful and gentle student from Taiwan who enjoys quiet moments, meaningful connections, and expressing herself through the arts. She loves listening to jazz music and has played the cello since childhood, appreciating its bold and expressive personality. In her free time, she enjoys cheerful movies, exploring new places, cooking—especially desserts—and sharing food with others. Curious and open‑minded, Cynthia hopes to come to America to experience everyday life with a host family, challenge herself with new activities like cheerleading, and participate fully in cultural exchange. She is excited to share Taiwanese traditions such as making dumplings and writing Spring Festival couplets, while also learning and embracing American customs. Above all, Cynthia wants to build warm relationships, discover a new way of life, and bring those experiences back to share with her friends at home.


Marco (15)
SPAIN
| Languages: | Spanish, Italian, English, German |
| Siblings: | None |
| Mother: | Insurance Employee |
| Father: | Roadside Assistant Worker |
| SN013MM Y |
Interests
CrossFit, Muay Thai, fishing, surfing, spending time outdoors, playing guitar and piano, loves animals, has a dog
Letter to my Host FamilyMarco is from Spain and was born in Italy, where his multicultural background has shaped who he is today. He is known as a thoughtful and empathetic person who genuinely cares about understanding what others are going through. Marco feels emotions deeply and is mindful of how his words and actions may affect those around him. Sports and music are his greatest passions. He plays the guitar and also enjoys learning piano. Family means everything to Marco—he is an only child and, while he sometimes wished for siblings, he is especially excited about joining a host family with kids and becoming part of a lively household.


Tatana (16)
CZECH REPUBLIC
| Languages: | Czech, English, German, French |
| Siblings: | Two younger sisters, one younger brother |
| Mother: | University Relations Department Officer |
| Father: | Head of Sales |
| CZ002MM Y |
Interests
Politics, history, debate, dancing, drums, electric guitar, ecology, volunteering, reading, writing, psychology and law
Letter to my Host FamilyTatana loves to dance and listen to music with her family. She describes herself as funny and friendly. Her favorite subjects in school are History, English, Czech, German and Biology. She is a street dancer and plays drums and electric guitar. Tatana enjoys reading and hopes to write her own book one day. She does a lot of volunteering; she is currently planning a big charity event to raise money for her local hospice. She enjoys traveling and spending time with her family. Tatana is working at a restaurant right now to help become more financially independent. In the future, she would like to study law and become a politician that will somehow change the world.


Larissa (18)
NETHERLANDS
| Languages: | Dutch, English, German, French |
| Siblings: | None |
| Mother: | Counselor |
| Father: | Manager |
| NL006WW Y |
Interests
Theater, acting, horseback riding, crafting, has three cats and two dogs
Letter to my Host FamilyLarissa is excited to spend a year in America as an exchange student. She lives with her parents and several pets and values time with her family and friends. Larissa describes herself as shy at first but outgoing, caring, and social once she feels comfortable. She enjoys activities like horseback riding, theater, crafting, music, and spending time outdoors. She hopes her exchange year will help her become more independent, experience everyday life in America, build strong relationships with her host family and new friends, and share her Dutch culture while learning from new experiences.


Augustin (17)
FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, Spanish |
| Siblings: | One older brother, two older sisters |
| Mother: | School Nurse |
| Father: | Quality Director |
| FR019MM Y |
Interests
Football, tennis, rugby, sports in general, going for walks, running, history, cooking, likes animals, was a scout
Letter to my Host FamilyAugustin is a cheerful and sociable student from France who loves discovering new cultures and connecting with people. Deeply shaped by his lively family and his years in scouting, he values kindness, teamwork, and helping others. A passionate athlete, he has spent many years playing soccer, tennis, and rugby, and hopes to continue playing soccer during his exchange year. He also enjoys simple moments — from playing board games with his siblings to sharing laughs with friends at boarding school. Curious, reliable, and full of positive energy, Augustin is excited to join a host family, learn from their way of life, share a bit of French culture, and create meaningful memories together.


Arstanbek (16)
KYRGYZSTAN
| Languages: | Kazakh, Russian, English, Turkish |
| Siblings: | one younger brother |
| Mother: | Tourism |
| Father: | Entrepreneur |
| CI004HM Y |
Interests
table tennis, board games, chess, and swimming
Letter to my Host FamilyMeet Arstenbek from Kyrgyzstan. He is a serious student with a fun side! He is excited to learn about American culture and wants to try baseball and American football. He enjoys hobbies like chess, Monopoly, and table tennis. He is a recipient of the prestigious FLEX scholarship for students that have demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities. He spends weekdays at a boarding school where he is engaged in several interesting projects called GreenLand, Bilimbot, Olimpfund and Olimplearn. He describes the boarding school as an opportunity that he is extremely grateful to be a part of where he is learning cleanliness and respect for elders along with academic subjects. On weekends he is home with his family which includes his mother, father and ten-year-old brother. Helping out at home when he is there is very important to Arstanbek, he cleans, cooks and grocery shops for his family. He is also very passionate about his culture; he plays a traditional instrument called the Chopo-Chor. He also acknowledges what an amazing act of kindness hosting a student is and will truly appreciate this opportunity to its fullest.


Wahel (15)
FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English |
| Siblings: | One younger sister, one older sister |
| Mother: | Nurse |
| Father: | Rack Installer |
| FR034WW Y |
Interests
Cooking, running, swimming, badminton, English, Korean, history, family outings, walking his dog
Letter to my Host FamilyWahel is a curious, energetic, and open minded boy from France who dreams of discovering life in the United States. He loves sports like swimming, running, and badminton, enjoys learning languages such as English and Korean, and has a strong passion for history. At home, he spends his time cooking with his family, watching movies, going out with friends, and taking care of his lively dog, Sania. Motivated, ambitious, and eager to explore new cultures, Wahel hopes to improve his English, experience American traditions like Halloween, Christmas, and Thanksgiving, and share his own French culture in return. His biggest wish is to live with an American family, learn their way of life, and build unforgettable memories while studying in an American high school.


Elenor (15)
FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, Spanish |
| Siblings: | One older sister |
| Mother: | Pharmacist |
| Father: | Professor |
| FR023MM Y |
Interests
Classical dancing, reading, playing chess, loves animals
Letter to my Host FamilyMy name is Elenor, and I live in a small village in western France near the sea. I share a warm home with my parents and my sister, whom I often help as she lives with a genetic condition. My days are filled with dance, a passion I’ve had since I was six, and which I now practice several hours a day, competing at regional and national levels. I also love reading—whether romance or fantasy—and spending time with my friends and family, whether hiking with my mother or watching classic films with my father. Thanks to my travels, including a memorable trip to the United States, I’ve discovered how much I appreciate the spontaneity and kindness of American culture. I would love to spend a year in the U.S. to experience everyday American life, join in school traditions like riding the yellow bus or discovering cheerleading, and share my own French culture in return. I hope to live with a family who will welcome this cultural exchange and allow us to learn from one another.


Michele (16)
ITALY
| Languages: | Italian, English, Spanish |
| Siblings: | One older brother, one older sister |
| Mother: | Teacher |
| Father: | Seller Agent |
| IM021MM Y |
Interests
Basketball, track, going for walks, bike riding, being outdoors, singing
Letter to my Host FamilyMichele is excited to become part of a host family and build a close, open relationship based on sharing and communication. He comes from a loving family and has learned important values such as responsibility, respect, and commitment from his parents. Inspired by his siblings’ positive exchange experiences in the United States, he is eager to grow personally and step out of his comfort zone. Michele's greatest passion is basketball, which he sees not only as a sport, but as a life lesson in teamwork and perseverance. He also loves music, especially singing Italian songs, and enjoys spending time outdoors through walking, biking, and running. Michele describes himself as curious, friendly, and open-minded, with a strong desire to discover new cultures. Through this exchange experience, he hopes to improve his English, make meaningful friendships, and gain a new perspective on life. He wants to bring enthusiasm, respect, and positivity into his host family’s home, help with daily activities, and share Italian culture—especially by cooking pasta alla carbonara. His dream is to continue his studies, travel the world, and become more mature, confident, and independent thanks to this experience.


Aishabibi (17)
KAZAKHSTAN
| Languages: | Kazakh, Russian, English |
| Siblings: | 2 older brothers |
| Mother: | employee |
| Father: | employee |
| CI003HM Y |
Interests
volleyball, football, boxing, and learning languages.
Letter to my Host FamilyAishabibi is a kind‑hearted, thoughtful student from Kazakhstan who instantly makes people feel comfortable. She grew up in a close, loving family and brings that same warmth into everything she does. She helps with cooking, cleaning, and keeping the home running smoothly, and she especially loves baking with her mom. Active and energetic, she enjoys football, volleyball, and boxing—sports she’s been around since childhood thanks to her grandfather, a former coach. She’s deeply curious about the world, passionate about languages and international relations, and eager to learn from a new culture. She uses Salbutamol only rarely for mild asthma. A family who welcomes her will gain a grateful, hardworking daughter who will leave a lasting mark on their hearts.

