While every AYA student is committed to cultural exchange and intercultural learning, some truly go above and beyond—creating a lasting impact on their host family and community that deserves a special shoutout. Roman from Ukraine is an exceptional example of this commitment … [Read more...]
What 45 Years of Cultural Exchange Has Taught Us
Cultural exchange isn’t a vacation or a line on a resume—it’s an experience that shifts how you see the world and your place in it. It’s about broadening your perspective and creating lifelong connections. Whether you’re setting out as an exchange student or opening your home to … [Read more...]
Student of the Month: Fateen from Bangladesh, Hosted in Oregon
Each month at AYA, we like to take some time to recognize some of the truly exceptional exchange students from our program. This month, we’re happy to name Fateen from Bangladesh as the Student of the Month for February 2026! Read on to learn more about Fateen's high school … [Read more...]
J-1 vs F-1 High School Exchange Programs: What’s the Difference?
International high school students who want to come to the U.S. to live with a host family have two main options: the J-1 and F-1 visa programs. Both visa programs serve as gateways to high school exchange, providing opportunities for international exchange students … [Read more...]
Student of the Month: Lina from Tunisia, Hosted in Indiana
Celebrating cultural exchange is at the very heart of the AYA program, and each month we like to recognize an exchange student who embodies the spirit of learning, growth, and cultural exchange. Meet Lina, our esteemed Student of the Month for January 2026! Originally from … [Read more...]
Student of the Month: Lotta from Germany, Hosted in Arkansas
What a joy it is to highlight one of our outstanding high school exchange students who has embodied the spirit of learning, growth, and cultural exchange. Meet Lotta, our esteemed Student of the Month for December 2025! Originally from Germany, this … [Read more...]
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