Homestay Hosts

Host an Exchange Visitor in Your Home:

Are you ready to offer a transformative experience in your home?

We're seeking Homestay Hosts who can provide:
We're seeking Homestay Hosts who can provide:
  • A fun and welcoming home environment for cultural exchange.
  • A private bedroom for the participant.
  • A shared bathroom.
  • A minimum of two meals a day.
  • An open mind to new perspectives.

All types of hosts are welcomed, including families with teenagers or younger children, retirees, "empty nesters," single parent families, and individuals living alone.

Benefits of Being a Host:
Benefits of Being a Host:
  • Participate in a historic program spanning nearly 70 years
  • Introduce your children/grandchildren to a new culture and broaden their horizons.
  • Gain firsthand insights into diverse cultures from around the world.
  • Challenge stereotypes and foster positive impressions about the U.S.
  • Share the rich tapestry of U.S. culture with professionals from different countries.
  • Network and connect with other globally-minded individuals at CIP events.

Interested in becoming a Homestay Host? Great! Please complete our Pre-Application form here: https://forms.gle/XxxJWh1BxfCQPPxt6
Questions about becoming a Home Stay host? No problem, just email us your questions here [email protected]