Studying abroad is not just a journey of distance and geography, but of culture and self-transformation. Discover yourself through new and challenging experiences. Find the U you’ve been looking for. YFU is a non-profit international educational organization with partners in more than 60 different countries, Youth For Understanding is one of the world’s oldest, largest and most respected intercultural exchange programs. More than 250,000 students and their host families have benefited from the support and expertise of YFU. The YFU global network is united by the belief that full cultural immersion is the most effective means to gain the skills needed to thrive in an increasingly multicultural, interconnected and competitive global society.

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Study Abroad with
YFU

2. The YFU Community
• Alumni, Families, Schools, Students, Volunteers
• Non-profit, International exchange organization
• One of the world’s oldest, largest and most respected
• 260,000+ program alumni
• Student safety is top priority

3. Where can YFU take you?
• 100+ summer, semester or year-long programs
• 40+ countries
• Specific language or cultural programs
• Gap year option for graduating seniors

4. The Application
•Admissions Counselors help every step of the way
•Submit an online application at yfuusa.org
•Don’t forget application and scholarship deadlines

5. Cost
•All programs costs are on the website
•Airfare, orientation, 24/7 hour support are covered
•Language training and school enrollment covered for certain
programs

6. Scholarships
• 300+ offered each year (more than any other exchange
organization)
• Apply to more than one!
• Full scholarship details at yfuusa.org

7. Benefits
•Gain intercultural understanding
•Develop a sense of social
responsibility
•Learn a second language
•Discover self-reliance,
resourcefulness and confidence
•Gain better problem solving and
conflict resolution skills
•Get a leg up on applying for college

8. Hosting
•Share your story, your traditions, and your customs while learning about
others
•Choose a student that best fits with your family
•Gain a host sibling and friend for life

9. Next Steps
• Join a Virtual Information Night (VIN) yfuusa.org/vin
• Speak with an Admissions Counselor at
1.800.TEENAGE
• Programs, scholarships, and online application at
yfuusa.org
• Questions? Email admissions@yfu.org

10. Next Steps
• Join a Virtual Information Night (VIN) yfuusa.org/vin
• Speak with an Admissions Counselor at
1.800.TEENAGE
• Programs, scholarships, and online application at
yfuusa.org
• Questions? Email admissions@yfu.org