The Hosting Experience

International student exchange is the purest form of international diplomacy.  Pacific Intercultural Exchange believes that only through knowledge can fear of the unknown be eliminated and true cooperative unity be achieved.  Hosting an exchange student with P.I.E. is the best way to enrich your life, seeing your world through a new set of eyes while forming a bond with someone from another country. 

All host families have something to offer.

Pacific Intercultural Exchange looks for open-minded and thoughtful people of all backgrounds.  You need only be willing to share your home and traditions, speak English, and provide an international student with the daily meals, room, and caring environment..

Exchange students arrive either in August/September for the Fall program, or in December/January for the Spring program.  They are ages 15-18 years old, have their own spending money and carry medical insurance.  P.I.E. arranges for the exchange student to attend your local high school so they can be a part of your community and family.

Are you ready to get started?  Complete the online pre-application to receive more information and to view the photographs and biographies of international teens who will be arriving soon.  One of them might be a great match for your family.

What values and customs can I share as an American?  Americans have a lot to share with the world.  We are a diverse nation, both culturally and geographically.  We value tolerance, equality, social justice, and democracy.  Americans believe that people can control their own destiny by making choices and decisions.  We are independent thinkers and we also help others.  Volunteerism, freedom of speech and of the press, as well as entrepreneurship are among some of the values you can share with international teens.  You can also share your community’s history, your own family routines, including traditions, food and holidays celebrations!