If you are a high school student or a secondary school graduate now living outside of the U.S., you may be eligible to be a YFU international exchange student. High School programs last between six and eleven months. College programs are offered for one or two academic years. All students live with involved and dedicated volunteer host families for part or all of that time.

Community College Program - Details about university-level academic exchange programs at community colleges for International Secondary school graduates between the ages of 17 and 23.

High School Program - Learn about what it will be like to be attending high school in the United States as a YFU international exchange student!

Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership (HOBY) - Learn about the local seminar dates and locations.

Insurance Information - for international students currently in the USA.

Participating Colleges - Profiles YFU USA's partner colleges for the Community College Program.

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

To apply to either the Community College Program or High School Program in the United States, you will need to contact the YFU office nearest you. Visit YFU National Offices and Partner Organizations to link to the web site for the office in your home country.

The regulatory agency responsible for oversight of approved youth exchange organizations can be reached at jvisas@state.gov.