Leadership in Quality Programming
- Recognized internationally for premier, quality programming, AYUSA is a mid-sized, dynamic leader in the field of youth exchange. We are proud of our dedicated field staff, and constantly strive to create, new, innovative ways to support them in their efforts.
- Uniting international youth with volunteer U.S. host families has been AYUSA's proud achievement for over 20 years. Over 35,000 students have participated in our program to date.
Commitment to Partner Development and Relations
- Providing Overseas Partners direct communication with AYUSA regional offices, results in the strongest, most efficient level of service and support.
- Promoting AYUSA programs directly within each partner country, builds strong international relationships, and enables each associate to maintain excellence in program standards.
Operational Excellence
- Valued as unique and talented individuals, AYUSA strives to help each student accomplish their goals while in the U.S.
- Supported by over 800 dedicated Community Representatives and Regional Directors nationwide, AYUSA students and families receive constant, professional attention.
- Creating enrichment travel opportunities for U.S. youth, the AYUSA Study Abroad program strives to promote an enlightened generation of young U.S. citizens through exchange overseas. Hundreds students have participated in our program to date.
Strong Relationships with Key Organizations
- Awarded with continuous praise for outstanding program administration, AYUSA is a charter member of the Council on Standards for International Educational Travel (CSIET). Since 1985, we have achieved an annual approval listing in the CSIET Advisory List.
- Designated by the Department of State, AYUSA has administered close to 3,000 scholarship students under this jurisdiction, and will host almost 400 students this year.
- Welcomed since 1996 by Kiwanis and Key Club International as a partner in community service, AYUSA associates, worldwide, may join this alliance, as well.
