Ayusa International is a non-profit high school exchange organization dedicated to developing the next generation of global leaders and world citizens. By connecting extraordinary international students with host families in the U.S., we cultivate leadership skills, develop intercultural awareness and enhance global knowledge not only through education, but through experience.
For more than 30 years, Ayusa has been connecting families around the world through student exchange. High School Exchange is a program of the US Department of State that allows high school students from other countries to come to the US and spend one year attending high school.
For more than 30 years, Ayusa has been connecting families around the world through student exchange. High School Exchange is a program of the US Department of State that allows high school students from other countries to come to the US and spend one year attending high school.
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Ayusa (Academic Year in the U.S.A.) International founded as a non-profit in San Francisco. Offices are located in the "Icehouse, " a renovated warehouse near the Embarcadero in San Francisco. Ayusa begins offering J-1 visa program as a U.S. designated Exchange Visitor Program sponsor. Ayusa becomes a founding member of the Council on Standards for International Educational Travel (CSIET).
Give Your Students the International Exposure That Gives Them a Leading Edge in Today's Global Community. Ayusa is a true cultural exchange program that fosters global competency and cultural awareness in communities. In partnership with the Department of State, we bring exceptionally talented and motivated students from more than 60 countries to live with American families and attend American high schools for 5 to 10 months.
Whether you are an exchange student currently on program or are a student who would like to learn more about studying abroad in the U.S. or abroad, Ayusa has opportunities for you! We have resources for you in your MyIntrax portal to help throughout your program duration. Insurance information? We have it.
Our German exchange program gives you the opportunity to live the everyday life of a European student in high school. During your time abroad, you will experience another way of life, learn another language, and meet many new people. Are you ready for the experience of a lifetime? Live with a German host family: German host families have a wide range of ethnic and religious backgrounds as well as varied family structures.
Get ready for an experience that will grow your sense of independence and expand your worldview. When you study abroad in Japan, you will learn about the history and traditions that are engrained in everyday life. In this immersive experience, you'll learn what it's like to be a student in Japan, improve your Japanese language skills and gain confidence in your ability to navigate the world!
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Sophie G.
Apr 07, 2021
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If you are wanting to host an exchange student Ayusa is your company! The Community Representative in your area will work with you to select your student and is there for you through out the entire experience!
I first learned about Ayusa a year ago and have had the joy of getting to know a darling girl from the Netherlands! She was so excited to come to the US and learn all about our culture!
My family is super excited to host another student!
I first learned about Ayusa a year ago and have had the joy of getting to know a darling girl from the Netherlands! She was so excited to come to the US and learn all about our culture!
My family is super excited to host another student!
Jessica Anderson
Sep 28, 2020
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Mindy Gerdes
Sep 24, 2020
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Britney Wilson
Jun 24, 2020
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Mark C.
Oct 29, 2019
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Frank B.
Jan 21, 2012
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