Exchange Student Programs
AFS has been leading international high school student exchange for more than 65 years.
Who we are
Study in another country and connect with culture.
Share your life with an AFS Exchange Student.
Help bring the world home to your community.
Latest News
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AFS Reel Life Contest Winners Announced!
May 11, 2015 - The story behind the AFS host family who won the AFS Reel Life Grand Prize.
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AFS Project: Change Winner Heading to Russia to Carry Out Volunteer Vision
February 4, 2015 - A 14 year-old New Jersey student beat out 500 teens across the country to win the Grand Prize in a highly competitive national essay contest.
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AFS-USA Announces Top Schools for 2015
January 22, 2015 - 65 schools across the country are being awarded for their commitment to fostering global competency among students.
- Second Century Campaign
- Faces of America
- Educators
- Returnees
In this milestone anniversary of our founding organization, the American Field Service, AFS-USA launched the Second Century Campaign to help realize its new strategic plan and to ensure that our critical work will grow and sustain in excellence for the next 100 years.
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Faces of America
Faces of America, AFS-USA's signature diversity initiative, is a unique educational outreach program designed to provide qualified students from disadvantaged communities nationwide with transformational study abroad experiences.
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Educators
AFS transforms lives through experiential learning, working with teachers and students to expand understanding between people, countries and cultures worldwide.
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Returnees
AFS participants return home to a lifelong connection with the AFS Family. As a Returnee, explore the ways you can stay involved with AFS and inspire others by sharing your experience.
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Events
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05/17/2015 : 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Study Abroad 101 - Online Info Session
Want to study abroad, but not sure where to begin? If you’re ready to explore the world with AFS but need a hand getting started, register for an Online Info Session! What to Expect: An AFS ...
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05/19/2015 : 07:30 PM - 08:30 PM
AFS Path: The Application and Beyond
Interested in making your AFS application process as easy as possible? Join an AFS Path Online Session and learn how to cruise through your application quickly and painlessly, while also explorin...
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05/20/2015 : 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
IL - AFS Invites You to a Reception
Are teenagers in Brazil, India, Japan...teens all over the world like American teens? Find out for yourself! Enjoy music, complimentary hors d'oeuvres and soft drinks (cash bar) while gett...
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05/21/2015 : 05:45 PM - 06:45 PM
CO- AFS Study Abroad Info. Session
High school students: Looking for a great summer travel experience? Thinking about studying abroad during high school? Come and ask questions! AFS Intercultural Programs offers ...
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05/21/2015 : 07:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Leveraging your AFS Experience through your Resume!
Calling AFS Alumni: Join us for a webinar facilitated by returnee and global trainer, Pamela Ex, to learn how to highlight your AFS experience through your Resume Register Here Contact: Ret...
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05/26/2015 : 08:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Study Abroad 101 - Online Info Session
Want to study abroad, but not sure where to begin? If you’re ready to explore the world with AFS but need a hand getting started, register for an Online Info Session! What to Expect: An AFS ...
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05/27/2015 : 07:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Leveraging your AFS Experience through Interviews!
Calling AFS Alumni: Join us for a webinar facilitated by returnee and global trainer, Pamela Ex, to learn how to highlight your AFS experience in an interview! Register Here Contact: Returnee...
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06/07/2015 : 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM
NY- AFS Booth at Kingston Multicultural Block Party
The AFS E-Z Pass Area Team will host a booth at the 3rd annual Kingston Multicultural Block Party. Join us for a day of family-friendly fun featuring food, music, children’s activitie...
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06/13/2015 : 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
NY- AFS Booth at Ossining Village Fair
The AFS E-Z Pass Area Team will host a booth at the 35rd Annual Ossining Village Fair, one of the best fairs in the Hudson Valley! Stop by to learn about opportunities to study abroad, host...
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06/14/2015 : 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM
WI- AFS Information Night
Many Americans don’t even know where Kosovo is, much less anything about its culture. Now is our chance to remedy that situation, as Deniza Peja, a YES scholar who attends Appleton North Hi...
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06/20/2015 : 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
NY- AFS Booth at Clearwater Festival
AFS will host a booth at the Clearwater’s Great Hudson River Revival, arguably one of the best folk festivals in the Northeast. This year’s festival will include performances by David...
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06/21/2015 : 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
NY- AFS Booth at Clearwater Festival
AFS will host a booth at the Clearwater’s Great Hudson River Revival, arguably one of the best folk festivals in the Northeast. This year’s festival will include performances by David...
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06/25/2015 : 07:00 PM - 08:30 PM
CA- Global Education For All, Inside/Outside of the Classroom
Our world is going global. More than ever, our world in interconnected and the key to thriving is being intercultural. Learn about opportunities to explore another culture throu...
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Open Your Door to an AFS Exchange Student
To speak with an AFS USA Representative, call 1-800-AFS-INFO. Hours: (Pacific Standard Time): Monday-Friday 9 AM-5 PM, Sunday: 10 AM-6 PM.
In case of an emergency involving an AFS participant outside of our business hours, please call 1-800-876-2376 and speak with the AFS Duty Officer.
Parents with questions about studying abroad with AFS, please also visit this page.