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CHI's Academic Year Program (AYP) offers international teenagers, ages 15 to 18 1/2, the opportunity to spend either a 10-month academic year or a 5-month academic semester as an exchange student at a U.S. high school and experience living with a volunteer host family. CHI carefully screens for highly motivated exchange student candidates who demonstrate solid English ability, above average academic skills, maturity and of course, a strong desire to live and learn about life in the U.S.

Read a letter from one of our students!

Please visit our regions page to learn more about CHI's host communities and local staff.

Are you looking to discover the rewards of an academic year in the U.S.

- Become a High School Exchange Student!

Basic Requirements:

• You must be between 15 and 18 1/2 years of age upon arrival
• Receive an acceptable score on the English language SLEP test
• Maintain good grades in your home country
• Demonstrate the maturity and flexibility needed to participate in an intercultural program

For more information on how to contact one of CHI's partner agencies abroad, please complete our inquiry form.