EF Exchange Stories
Every year, EF exchange students and host families open their hearts, open their minds, and open their worlds.
We Love Sharing Their Stories
EF Bloggers Abroad
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Vilde from Norway
Sometimes, I read a book, and I think I am the people in the book.
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Marie from Germany
Call it a curse, or just call me blessed, if you can't handle my worst, you ain't gettin' my best. Take me or leave me, I'll never be perfect, believe me I'm worth it.
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Adrian from Germany
It's not right. It's not wrong. It's just different.
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Julie from Denmark
Life's an Ocean, Sail it.
EF – The leader in high school exchange
EF has been breaking down barriers of language, culture and geography for almost 50 years. Our high school exchange programs bring more international students abroad each year than any other program of its kind, and since 1979 we have connected more than 100,000 enthusiastic students from around the world with caring host families across the U.S., the UK and Ireland. We are committed to promoting cross-cultural understanding all over the globe—one student, one family, one community at a time.
Become an Exchange Student
Order a Brochure
Take the first step and find out more about what exchange is all about in our free brochure.
Join an Information Meeting
Meet us in person, find out more about EF, ask your questions and learn more about our destinations.
Pre-Apply Today
Start your application process and we will invite you for an interview to see whether exchange is right for you.
Host a Student
Host in the U.S.A.
Open your door to the world and share your American traditions with an international student.
Host in the U.K.
Help the world discover Britain, host an international exchange student.
Host in Ireland
Give the world a warm Irish welcome, welcome an international student into your family.
Be a Local Coordinator
International Exchange Coordinator (IEC)
As an IEC you're the one who brings the life-changing experience of student exchange into your community. By matching students from around the globe with host families in your local community you open worlds, create lasting relationships, and change lives – including your own.