American Overseas programs offer US high school students and recent graduates the opportunity to experience the world firsthand. By going abroad with YFU USA, you will live in a totally new culture - not as a tourist - but as a member of a family. Choose from over 100 programs in more than 30 countries to learn a new language and global perspective while on an academic year, academic semester, or summer program.

Learn more about programs for American Students by visiting:

American Overseas, Benefits, Homestay Experience, and It's an Investment... - All about YFU USA programs and benefits for American students.

Ask YFU Alumni - Lists recent American alumni by country and program who are available to answer questions for you.

Ask YFU Parents - Parents of alumni are standing by to answer your or your parents' questions about the YFU exchange experience.

Chat Room - Connect with other members of the YFU family in our chat room.

Countries & Programs - An overview of countries and programs currently available. You may also select from the country drop-down menu on the left to learn about YFU programs in the country that most interests you.

Discounts - Specific details about discount opportunities and limitations.

How to Apply - Details the application process and the number of ways to apply today!

Program Details - All the rules, regulations, and details that you and your parents should know before applying to be a YFU exchange student on a regular or scholarship program.

Scholarship List - Generous corporations, foundations, and governments want to help you to experience the world by offering a variety of merit-based scholarship programs. You may also select from the scholarship drop-down menu on the left to jump directly to a particular scholarship's details page.

Spotlight on Alumni - Features rotating interviews and articles about YFU alumni, plus links to personal YFU alumni web sites.

13th Year Abroad - Information about programs tailored specifically to recent high school graduates.

Travel FAQs - Frequently asked Questions & Answers from the YFU Travel Department.

YFU USA has been accepted for listing for 2007-2008 by the Council on Standards for International Educational Travel (CSIET). The mission of CSIET is to identify reputable international youth exchange programs so that youth are provided with meaningful and safe international exchange experiences.