“I always admired the American culture, and when I was sixteen year old, I had the opportunity to become an exchange student, and I didn’t think twice. I went to Hinesville, Georgia, in 2012 and had an amazing host family and good friends that helped me. It was there that I learned to become more independent. I’m so thankful for … Read More »

“In 2009 I spent my sophomore year in Warwick, RI. I got to stay with the most wonderful host dad, Rob, who is still a big part of my family. We still keep in touch, and I know I’ll always have a home in Rhode Island whenever I come to the U.S. Last year, Rob came to Germany to celebrate … Read More »

It has always been a dream of mine to come to the U.S. as an exchange student. I watched a lot of the typical television shows about American life, and I wanted the full high school experience. I was nervous to take the step and actually pack my bag and leave, but I have to be honest with you: the … Read More »

“I was 17 years old when I decided to study abroad in high school. This decision has helped me grow not only in my personal life, but in my professional life. This exchange has brought to me great job opportunities thanks to the preparation and experiences I have been through. This exchange helped me become a more independent person and … Read More »

“As part of my U.S. student exchange program during the 2007–8 school year, I was placed in Warwick, Rhode Island. This was the best thing that could have happened to me, as my host dad was incredibly welcoming and became a great friend who I still regularly visit to this day. Looking back, the year abroad went by extremely fast, … Read More »

“When I was fifteen years old, I decided to study abroad in the U.S. I began in Utah, eventually moving to Wisconsin, where I will be graduating from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. Every student has different reasons for studying abroad. For me, it was an opportunity to take a different path in my life and try something new and challenging. … Read More »