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.


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.


Tecla Chiara (17)
ITALY
| Languages: | Italian, English |
| Siblings: | One older sister |
| Mother: | Housewife |
| Father: | Driver |
| IM007WW Y |
Interests
Playing volleyball, Studying architecture, Studying criminology, Taking care of my pets, Hiking
Letter to my Host FamilyI'm truly happy and excited to write this letter to my future host family! The idea of spending a year abroad, discovering a new culture, becoming part of a new family, and growing through this unique experience is something that fills me with joy, curiosity, and gratitude. I spend a lot of time with my family and extended family, especially during holidays and family events. These moments – full of laughter, storytelling, and home-cooked meals – are incredibly important to me. I have been playing volleyball for several years, and I absolutely love it! It has taught me resilience, dedication, and teamwork. I also love art, specifically architecture! If I had to describe myself, I’d say I’m a positive, respectful, curious, and determined person. I love learning, listening, discovering new things, and contributing to the world around me. I’m genuinely excited to begin this new adventure, to become part of your family, to experience your culture and your way of life. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for choosing to open your home and your life to me.


Anaelle (16)
FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, Spanish |
| Siblings: | One older brother |
| Mother: | Manager |
| Father: | Sales Representative |
| FR006MM Y |
Interests
Reading, baking, hiking, sailing, scuba diving, skiing, swimming, zip-lining, has a cat
Letter to my Host FamilyAnaelle is full of energy, curiosity, and warmth, with a deep love for cultural exchange and adventure. She is passionate about music, outdoor activities, and trying new things—from skiing and hiking to paddleboarding and zip-lining. Anaelle and her family are big fans of amusement parks. They live close to Disneyland Paris and go there quite often, but she also loves thrill rides in other parks nearby. Though she may be shy at first, she quickly becomes friendly, talkative, and eager to connect. Anaelle is academically driven, socially engaged, and excited to share her French culture while embracing everyday American life with enthusiasm and heart. "I'm really excited to meet you, explore new experiences, and enjoy every moment of this adventure. I’m thrilled to create lots of happy memories together."


Juliette (18)
FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English |
| Siblings: | One older brother |
| Mother: | Real Estate Agent |
| Father: | Pilot |
| FR022WW Y |
Interests
Reading, Playing Piano, Drawing, Cooking (pastries), Hiking, Museums, Cinema, Theatre, Surfing, Going to the gym, Skiing, Gymnastics
Letter to my Host FamilyI love spending time with my family, and we love discovering new places together! We also spend a lot of time with my grandparents, whether its going shopping or having lunch together. I have total trust in my grand-mother, and she is real confidant with good advice. I love sports, such as weight lifting, surfing, running, skiing, and hiking! I like nature and being surrounded by green trees and the ocean. I love animals, I have a cat named Cookie who is really sweet. I probably get the desire to study abroad from my mom. She was an Aupair in the US when she was my age. She often speaks about her experience and becoming her host family's 'French daughter'. I am very excited to learn the American culture, and to an experience holidays like Halloween! I would also love to share my French traditions with my host family, to learn and transmit our culture and knowledge, like cooking. Above all, this is a human experience. The experience of a lifetime--I want to create a link for life with my host family, and maybe that one day they will meet my future children. I am looking forward to meeting you!


Celia (14)
SPAIN
| Languages: | Spanish, English, French |
| Siblings: | One younger brother |
| Mother: | Administration |
| Father: | Accountant |
| SN015MM Y |
Interests
Basketball, theater, skiing, bowling, going to the beach, reading, playing violin, has dogs
Letter to my Host FamilyCelia is a 14-year-old (turning 15 in Dec) exchange student from Spain currently in ninth grade at a multilingual school. She is a dedicated and high-achieving student with a strong interest in biology and hopes to study medicine in the future. Celia comes from a close and supportive family and has a deep love for animals. She is especially passionate about basketball and has played competitively for several years, participating in official tournaments and three-point competitions. She also enjoys trying new sports, reading, playing the violin, and theater. Having previously taken part in student exchange programs in Europe, Celia is excited to immerse herself in American culture, improve her English, and share her own traditions. She describes herself as calm, sociable, adaptable, and respectful, and looks forward to becoming an active member of her host family.


Miharu (17)
JAPAN
| Languages: | Japanese, English |
| Siblings: | One younger brother |
| Mother: | Nursery School Teacher |
| Father: | Human Resources |
| JA001MM Y |
Interests
Anime, manga, skiing, photography, karaoke
Letter to my Host FamilyMiharu is a cheerful girl from Japan who is excited to improve her English! Traveling on a school trip to Singapore, hosting an exchange student from India, and getting to know a Taiwanese student who joined her school, has helped her realize that learning English well will help her improve relationships and better understand cultures worldwide. She loves taking photos and is even a member of a photo club. She is excited to capture special moments of her exchange year! With a passion for Japanese anime and manga, Miharu is excited to see the books on the shelves of an American bookstore or library. She has a few allergy sensitivities that she manages well on her own. Ultimately, she is excited to learn from her host family and share wonderful memories together!


Miyu (15)
JAPAN
| Languages: | Japanese, English |
| Siblings: | One younger brother, one younger sister |
| Mother: | Administrative Staff |
| Father: | Administrative Staff |
| JA009MM Y |
Interests
Drawing illustrations, singing, choir, playing guitar, anime, manga, reading
Letter to my Host FamilyMiyu is a sweet girl from a large city in Japan. She is close with her family which includes her parents and two younger siblings. She adores music whether it's playing instruments with her family or participating in her school choir. Miyu led her class to the Best Performance Award at the junior high school music festival! Getting creative, she has learned to play the guitar so she can contribute music in additional ways. She also loves anime, manga and drawing illustrations. Most importantly, Miyu is excited for an exchange year so she can improve her English and be able to meet and converse with lots of different people.


Emmy (17)
FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, Spanish |
| Siblings: | One older sister |
| Mother: | Sales Assistant |
| Father: | Development Officer |
| FR020MM Y |
Interests
Sports, handball, reading, fashion, baking, loves animals, has a cat
Letter to my Host FamilyFrom northwestern France, Emmy is pleasant and poised and looking forward to creating incredible memories with her host family. Not one to fall into routine, Emmy enjoys the special moments that are often experienced during new adventures. Her family is very important to her, and she enjoys celebrating festive events like birthdays and Christmas with laughter and a meal. A passionate person, Emmy enjoys sports like handball, cheering on her favorite teams, baking, exploring new places, and animals! When it's finally time to relax, Emmy sits down with a good book or a movie, and of course, listens to her favorite music every day! Emmy is looking forward to becoming a true member of her American host family with a strong bond lasting well beyond her exchange year.


Marieta (17)
ARMENIA
| Languages: | Armenian, Russian, English, Spanish |
| Siblings: | One younger brother |
| Mother: | Employee |
| Father: | Employee |
| CI011EM Y |
Interests
Dancing, painting, family time, hiking, clay modeling, cooking, blogging, interest in marketing and social work
Letter to my Host FamilyMarieta is a warm, curious, and optimistic girl from the sunny mountains of Armenia, and is excited about starting a new adventure with a family like yours. She describes herself as someone who finds beauty in everyday moments and keeps a positive spirit even during hard times. She lives in a small, nature-filled city where people are kind and close-knit. Marieta enjoys spending time with her parents, little brother, grandmother, and dog, Fitty. She proudly takes part in daily chores and especially cherishes her bond with her grandma. Marieta loves painting, cooking, dancing, hiking, and building friendships. Looking ahead, she dreams of becoming a social worker and marketing specialist, using kindness and connection to help others. Marieta's heart is filled with excitement about joining your family, creating meaningful memories together, and sharing her sunny energy with you.


Lina (16)
FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, Spanish |
| Siblings: | One younger brother |
| Mother: | Manager |
| Father: | Police Officer |
| FR032MM Y |
Interests
Artistic swimming, running, cooking, taking photos, going to basketball and rugby games, spending time with children, animals, has a cat
Letter to my Host FamilyLina is known for her positive attitude, friendliness, and sociable personality, and she enjoys meeting new people and discovering different cultures. Growing up near the sea has given her a love for the outdoors, especially spending time at the beach or boating with her family during the summer. Sports are an important part of Lina’s life. She has practiced artistic swimming for nine years and competes at the national level, where her team became Vice Champions of France in 2024. Through this sport she has developed discipline, teamwork, and perseverance. Lina is a motivated 10th-grade student who is excited to experience the American high school system and everyday life in the United States. She hopes her exchange year will allow her to improve her English, make meaningful connections, and become a true member of her host family.

