The Most Common Fears Before an Exchange Year (And Why They’re Normal) Excitement is usually the first emotion students feel when thinking about a high school exchange year. A new country,...

Can Exchange Students Choose Their Host Family? One of the most common questions students and parents ask before starting a high school exchange year is simple:“Can we choose the host family?” It’s...

What Are the Requirements to Become an ASSE Exchange Student? Becoming an exchange student is an exciting opportunity. Spending a semester or a full school year abroad allows...

Can You Do an Exchange Year Without Speaking the Language? It’s one of the most common questions students and parents ask before committing to a high school exchange program: “Can I really do an exchange...

Is an Exchange Year Right for Introverted Students? When people picture an exchange student, they often imagine someone extremely outgoing—confident, talkative, and always surrounded by friends....

The First 30 Days of an Exchange Year: What Really Happens The first month of a high school exchange year is often the most intense. It’s the moment when excitement, nerves, curiosity, and...

Is a High School Exchange Year Really More Expensive Than Staying Home? When parents hear the price of a high school exchange year, the initial reaction is often surprise....

Host Families: The Heart of a Successful Exchange Year When parents think about a high school exchange year, one question often comes up almost immediately: Who will my child live with?It’s...

Why a High School Exchange Year Helps Students Get Into College Colleges Look Beyond Grades Universities today are not only evaluating transcripts. They are looking for students who demonstrate independence,...