Our stories

Welcome to Ayusa's stories! Here you will find first-hand experiences from our program, recipes submitted by our students, tips and activities, contests, and so much more!

If you would like to submit a story for our website, please email stories@ayusa.org!

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Hosting a Vegetarian Exchange Student: Easy Meals & Tips

Hosting a vegetarian exchange student? Discover easy meal ideas, grocery tips, and ways to create a welcoming home through shared food and cultural exchange.

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How Much Does it Cost to Be an Exchange Student in the USA? [FAQs]

How much does it cost to be an exchange student in the USA? Discover the costs of studying abroad, budgeting tips, and what’s included in AYUSA’s programs.

Understanding Study Abroad Programs: 2025 Guide

Interested in becoming an international student host family? Find out everything there is to know about study abroad programs and get started on adding a member to your family!

Host Family: How Can You Host an Exchange Student?

Discover the experience of becoming an AYUSA host family. Learn how to host an exchange student, the benefits, and how AYUSA supports you every step of the way.

Making the Most of an Exchange Year in the USA: Tips for Students and Host Families

Discover how host families and students can make the most of a high school exchange year in the USA and learn about AYUSA’s exchange year programs in America.

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Student Exchange Programs [List + Host Family + Student FAQs]

Discover AYUSA, one of the top student exchange programs, and learn how to become a host family or exchange student for a life-changing experience.

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How to Solve Foreign Exchange Student Host Family Problems [Myths, Tips & Tricks]

Discover solutions to foreign exchange student host family problems. Explore tips, debunk myths, and find support with Ayusa for a positive hosting experience.

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Foreign Exchange Student Health Insurance

Learn about foreign exchange student health insurance and how AYUSA makes it easier for students and their U.S.-based host families to navigate health insurance.

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The Best Home-Cooked Meals to Make a Foreign Exchange Student

Discover how to better connect with your AYUSA exchange student with these classic American and international meals to make a foreign exchange student.

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Questions to Ask a Foreign Exchange Student as a Host Parent

Be prepared with questions to ask a foreign exchange student as you start your host family experience!

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