
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.


Leanne (17)
female, FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English |
| Siblings: | One older sister, one younger brother |
| Mother: | Administrative Agent |
| Father: | Truck Driver |
| FR012MM Y |
Interests
Dancing, singing, cooking, baking, working in activity center with children, loves animals, has a dog
Letter to my Host FamilyFor more information, check out my Dear Host Family Letter!


Hadrien (18)
male, FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, German |
| Siblings: | Two older sisters, one older brother |
| Mother: | Teacher |
| Father: | Teacher |
| FR011MM Y |
Interests
Soccer, basketball, skiing, surfing, swimming, loves animals
Letter to my Host FamilyHadrien loves staying active and connecting with people, rather than spending time with video games or on his phone. As part of his studies, he's had many exciting internship opportunities ranging from museums, to working in a hospital, to learning the judicial system. Hadrien has learned that in the future he wants to be a man of action helping people in need. He's been very involved in athletics (track) and specializes in the 400m race! He also loves joining his friends in other games and sports. While Hadrien has a love of animals, he is fearful of large dogs. Hadrien feels that learning English while living with a family will help him build relationships and discover the local culture. He's excited to join your family!


Ines (17)
female, FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, German |
| Siblings: | One older brother |
| Mother: | Financial Director |
| Father: | Human Resources Director |
| FR010MM Y |
Interests
Reading, walking, gym, cooking, baking pastries, loves animals, has a dog
Letter to my Host FamilyInes lives with her parents and older brother, who she enjoys playing board games with. She enjoys going to the gym and for walks, and hopes to try sports in America. Ines is looking forward to seeing her first high school football game. In her free time, she likes reading, learning English, and listening to music. She loves animals and has a dog of her own. Ines loves meeting new people and learning about different cultures. "I can’t wait to share this experience with you, I always wanted to do this because I feel like it's a lifetime experience and I don't want to have regret later by not doing my biggest dream."


Clementine (18)
female, FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, Spanish |
| Siblings: | One older sister |
| Mother: | Math Teacher |
| Father: | Researcher |
| FR003MM Y |
Interests
Reading, cooking, horseback riding, singing, drawing, loves animals, has a cat
Letter to my Host FamilyClementine lives with her parents, big sister, and cat. According to her family, she is spontaneous, empathetic and has a good heart. Clementine is smiling most of the time and is a very sociable, kind and sensitive person. During her free time, she enjoys reading, music, board games, and shopping with her friends. She is fond of animals, horses, dogs, cats, and rabbits. Clementine has taken horseback riding and dance classes. She has also studied at a hospitality and catering school, where she learned how to cook many things and really enjoyed the experience. If you have children, she would be very happy to have a host sister or brother, either younger than her or around her age, to spend time with. "This is a unique opportunity that only happens once in a lifetime, and I can’t miss it, as it will give me the chance to create unforgettable memories with my host family and at school."


Mathilde (17)
female, FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, Spanish |
| Siblings: | One younger brother |
| Mother: | Secretary |
| Father: | Agricultural Technical Advisor |
| FR005MM Y |
Interests
Football, soccer, journalism, cooking, reading, writing, organize theme parties, create personalized gifts, manual activities
Letter to my Host FamilyMathilde is a funny, outgoing, and family-oriented girl! She loves to be silly and make jokes so her friends and family can smile and laugh. She has a close relationship with her family and even calls her brother a best friend! Mathilde loves to play soccer at her soccer club and would love to join a team at her American high school. One of the best parts about her soccer club is that her whole family finds a way to participate! She's looking forward to sharing experiences with her host family and new friends at school. Help make Mathilde's dream come true!


Melina (15)
female, FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, Spanish |
| Siblings: | One older sister |
| Mother: | Manager |
| Father: | Distiller |
| FR004MM Y |
Interests
Cooking, climbing, hiking, running, karting, loves animals, has a cat
Letter to my Host FamilyMelina is a cheerful and adventurous girl from a small village in the south of France, where she enjoys a close-knit community and a lively family life. She loves outdoor activities like climbing, hiking, and canyoning—interests she shares with her dad—and also enjoys dancing, cooking delicious treats like crepes and cookies, and spending cozy afternoons with her beloved cat. Melina is excited to come to America because she has always dreamed of discovering new cultures, improving her English, and becoming more independent. She hopes to build meaningful connections, share her French traditions, and experience life in a whole new way during her exchange year.


Laura (16)
female, GERMANY
| Languages: | German, English, Russian |
| Siblings: | One older brother, one younger brother |
| Mother: | Office Clerk |
| Father: | Electrical Master |
| GE005MM Y |
Interests
Gym, walking, scuba diving, skiing, reading, styling, baking
Letter to my Host FamilyI’m an active, positive, and family oriented person who enjoys sports, baking, and creative hobbies. I love skiing in winter, scuba diving when traveling, and staying energized at the gym. Styling is another passion of mine—I enjoy doing my makeup, experimenting with hairstyles, and dressing fashionably. In my free time, I like meeting friends, reading, and sharing my creativity. Friends describe me as kind, reliable, and open to new people. I look forward to my exchange year as a chance to grow more independent, improve my English, join new activities, and share my culture through language and food with my host family.


Faustine (17)
female, FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, Spanish |
| Siblings: | One younger brother |
| Mother: | Notary |
| Father: | Notary |
| FR002MM Y |
Interests
Badminton, swimming, surfing, tennis, singing, dancing, cooking, reading novels, playing piano, learning how to play guitar, loves dogs, has three cats
Letter to my Host FamilyFaustine is a friendly, curious, and enthusiastic young lady from France who has always loved the American spirit. Her dream has always been to spend a year in an American high school, to experience the culture, practice her English, and share everyday life with a host family. Fuastine has enjoyed swimming since she was very little and also did synchronized swimming. She loves trying new sports and activities and would like to try golf. She also has a love for music; she played the piano for a few years and would like to learn guitar. Faustine is very curious about everything from news to sports, traveling, and family. Her hopes are to share a little bit of her French culture with your family and learn about your family's traditions.


Rebecca (17)
female, ITALY
| Languages: | Italian, English, Spanish |
| Siblings: | One older sister |
| Mother: | Businesswoman |
| Father: | Retired |
| IM009MM Y |
Interests
Cooking, going for walks, running, volleyball, styling hair, reading, playing piano, has a dog, loves animals
Letter to my Host FamilyRebecca is a warm, curious, and spirited student who’s eager to embrace new experiences and build meaningful connections during her exchange year. With a deep love for science—especially chemistry—she dreams of helping others through research and discovery. She’s a longtime volleyball player, a passionate cook, and a creative soul who enjoys music, hairstyling, and spending time outdoors. Rebecca thrives in social settings, easily makes friends, and brings a joyful, can-do attitude to everything she does. Her gratitude, humor, and openness make her a delightful addition to any host family.


Liza (18)
female, FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, German |
| Siblings: | One older brother |
| Mother: | Quality Manager |
| Father: | Principal |
| FR014MM Y |
Interests
Track and field, coaching children, swimming, basketball, volleyball, loves animals
Letter to my Host FamilyLiza from France is always up for an adventure! She loves to stay active because sports make her feel happy and full of energy. She is a member of a track and field team after school and also swims and plays basketball and volleyball. She loves track so much she started coaching younger athletes! This opportunity also gives her a chance to inspire and encourage kids, which is a field that she hopes to work in one day. Her family inspires her through their dedication, hard work and sense of responsibility. Liza is looking forward to challenging herself to adapt to the American lifestyle, living with an American family and sharing is special moments and memories! Whether it's enjoying music, sports, animals or anything else, Liza will bring her positive spirit to the day's adventures.
Learn More About Hosting
Learn More about Hosting an ASSE International Exchange Student
Every year thousands of students from all over the world benefit from the kindness and hospitality of ASSE host families. Our host families live in every corner of the United States and provide a unique and rewarding opportunity for students from culturally diverse backgrounds to learn more about how Americans live and what we value.
Maybe you know a family that has hosted an international student in the past or are curious about becoming a host family yourself. Hosting an ASSE International student is a big decision that comes with countless rewards and benefits that will last you a lifetime.
The Benefits Add up for a Family Hosting ASSE International Students
When you choose to be a host family, you:
- Have the pleasure of meeting a curious and impressionable mind eager for learning and adventure
- Get to share what is unique and important about your culture, language, town and country
- Open your mind to different cultures and gain an appreciation for our differences
- Learn about your new son or daughter’s life, language, experiences and ambitions
- Teach your children the importance of being open to learning about others
- Create lifelong ties and relationships with wonderful students from all over the world
At ASSE, we are extremely thankful for all of our host families who volunteer to open their home to an ASSE International student. The experience benefits the students and host families alike and often changes the way you look at the world. You may live in a small town in rural America, proud of the beauty and quality of life your area offers or live in anurban area where you desire to share the sounds, sights and smells of your city.
Our host families come from all walks of life and all regions of our country. This diversity is why so many students from all over the world choose our ASSE International hosting program. It is a dream for many to visit the United States and unlock the mysteries and pleasures of our great country. You can make that dream a reality for an ASSE International student by joining our program and becoming a host family today.
Open Your Home and Your Heart to a Student
Many of our host families are like you. They started out curious about what kind of experience they could offer an international student and what the experience would bring to their family. In many cases, after a first hosting experience, they realize the great rewards it brings their family and choose to host again and again. We invite you to learn more about some of the students in our program who are currently awaiting a host family. You can select from a random list of students or refine your search according to specific criteria, such as gender, country of origin or specific interests, and find the perfect match for your family. Come and discover just how rich and rewarding hosting an exchange student from a foreign country can be. It will change their life and your family’s as well.