Study abroad is easy with YFU USA! Intercultural student exchange programs for high school students, teenagers, youth, host families, schools & communities to more than 70 countries.
2. Study Abroad Programs
With YFU, you'll appreciate the nuances of a foreign language, and test
your confidence in new situations. Although your YFU learning
adventure will last only a short time, your journey abroad will have a
powerful, life-changing impact. Study abroad with YFU to develop an
understanding of a faraway place, and also an understanding of an inner
place.
When you join YFU, you join an expert global exchange network with
almost 65 years of experience in more than 70 countries, over 40 of
which are available for you to study abroad in.
3. Study Abroad Programs
Youth Programs (ages 15-18): Choose from traditional year,
semester, or summer programs. Open to U.S. high school students or
recent graduates.
Classroom Excursions: An exciting opportunity for mentors, their
high school students as well as any other interested students to
explore unique cultural centers for 2-3 weeks over summer break.
Young Adult/Gap Year Programs (High school graduate to age
26): Attend college and/or participate in volunteer programs. Open to
young adults who are ready to make a difference in today’s world.
4. Become a High School Exchange
Student
•Discover and develop personal strengths like self-reliance, resourcefulness
and confidence
•Gain a new, global perspective and gain a sense of social responsibility
•Increase proficiency in another language
•Meet remarkable people and build lifelong friendships
•Build better decision making, problem solving and conflict resolution skills
•Develop independence of thought and adaptability in dealing with the
unexpected
•Gain a real advantage on college applications
•Enhance global career opportunities
5. 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