Welcome an international high school student into your family through the U.S. Department of State's J-1 Exchange Visitor Program — sponsored by AnB Education.
Hosting an exchange student is one of the most rewarding things a family can do — for the student, and for yourselves.
Experience different cultures, languages, and perspectives without leaving your home. Your family gains a global view through daily life with your student.
Many host families maintain relationships with their students for decades. You become part of an extended global family that spans continents.
You become a mentor, cultural ambassador, and second parent. The impact you have on your student's life — and theirs on yours — is immeasurable.
Choose a semester (5 months) or full academic year (10 months) based on what works for your family. Both programs run on the U.S. school calendar.
Your dedicated Local Coordinator visits monthly and is available 24/7. AnB Education provides full support from match to departure.
As a volunteer host family, you may be eligible for a charitable tax deduction of up to $50 per month for hosting. Students bring their own spending money.
All family types are welcome. What matters most is a warm, safe home and a genuine desire to share your life with a student from abroad.
From application to welcoming your student — we guide you every step of the way.
Complete your host family application through our portal. Takes about 15–20 minutes.
Your Local Coordinator visits your home to complete the in-person interview and background screening.
Browse student profiles and let us match you with a student whose interests fit your family.
Your student arrives. Your Local Coordinator visits monthly and is always available for support.
AnB Education is a designated sponsor of the U.S. Department of State J-1 Exchange Visitor Program, operating under 22 CFR Part 62.
AnB Education holds official designation as a J-1 Exchange Visitor Program sponsor, subject to regular compliance reviews by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs.
All exchange students are registered in SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System), the U.S. government's official tracking system for J-1 visa holders.
Per 22 CFR § 62.25(b), all household members age 18+ must pass a criminal background check including national sex offender registry screening before any student placement.
Your dedicated Local Coordinator conducts mandatory in-person monthly visits and files reports with AnB Education to ensure the safety and wellbeing of your student.
All students arrive with J-1 compliant health insurance meeting the minimum $100,000 coverage per incident required by the U.S. Department of State.
AnB Education adheres to the standards set by the Council on Standards for International Educational Travel (CSIET), ensuring the highest quality program practices.
"Hosting our student from Korea was the best decision we ever made. She became part of our family — our kids still FaceTime her every week."
"We were nervous at first as empty nesters, but AnB's support was incredible. Our Local Coordinator was always just a call away."
"I hosted as a single parent and it was absolutely manageable. My student helped around the house and my daughter gained a big sister."