Welcome!

Rotary Youth Exchange is life changing.  As an exchange student or host family you will expand your knowledge of another culture. It will open doors to unbelievable opportunities.

Join thousands of teens around the globe who have stepped out of the mainstream to participate in youth exchange. Equally rewarding, open your home by hosting an exchange student. Either way, the journey changes you and those around you into global citizens as you meet people from other lands and experience their culture.

Are you ready for the adventure? Plant the seeds for a lifetime of international understanding – apply today!

  • Long-Term Exchanges last one academic year – 11 months. You will attend high school in a city in one of over 40 nations on six continents, and live with host families who will share their lives with you.

  • Short-Term Exchanges last for three to four weeks, typically in the summer when school is not in session.

  • Hosting an Exchange Student is a 3-4 month opportunity; your family is supported by the local Rotary club with training, student support, and a school liaison.

About Rotary

Rotary is a global network of 1.4 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. For over 100 years our 46,000 clubs in almost 200 countries have worked together to advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through our fellowship of business, professional, and community leaders. Rotary International

Inclusivity Statement

Rotary Youth Exchange is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, languages spoken, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefs.