Short-Term Homestay
Want to visit the U.S., and practice your English? Not sure if you are ready to commit for a whole summer program, or don't yet meet the minimum age requirement? Our short-term homestay program is the perfect opportunity for you to immerse yourself in U.S. culture for just a few short weeks!
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Make Your Dream of Visiting the U.S. Possible
Program Details
This unique program offers you the opportunity to travel to the United States for a chosen length of time, typically between two weeks and a month. You will live with a host family, and can participate in additional cultural activities including a visit to a U.S. high school, and other excursions in your local host community.
Requirements & Eligibility
Program Eligibility:
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This program is open to citizens of any country
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Applicants need a U.S. visa to apply to the program. No U.S. visa will be issued as part of this program.
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Applicants must be 14 years or older at the time of the program
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Applicants must be able to meet the financial requirements of the program, including paying all program fees
Program Requirements:
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Ability to have basic interactions in English ​(A2)
What's Included?
The program includes:
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Host family selection and accompaniment for duration of program
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Planned custom itinerary, as defined with You Travel & Teach and United Studies
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Meals and housing included while on the program
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Transportation from U.S. airport to homestay location
Program Dates & Costs
Program Dates:
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Applications are open to this program on an annual basis, though most trips happen during school vacations either during the summer or winter holidays.
Program Costs:
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Program costs vary depending on the homestay and tour plan that is decided upon. Please reach out to us directly to confirm.
Application Timeline:
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As these trips are all custom designed based on your needs and interests, please reach out to us a few months before your desired trip dates to coordinate.
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