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Hosting with CIEE High School Exchange

What to know about becoming a host family with CIEE High School Exchange, and how to start the easy way.

Verified: November 03, 2026

About the program

J-1 academic year / semester. Volunteer host (no monthly stipend; may claim a tax deduction for the student's expenses). This is a volunteer host program. Hosts don't receive a salary, but may claim a monthly tax deduction of about $50 for each month they host, and the program covers the student's own spending money, medical insurance, and support.

Who can host

New CIEE host families who pass screening.

Where CIEE High School Exchange places students

Nationwide (near a CIEE local coordinator).

Want to host with CIEE High School Exchange? Or find your best fit?

Fill out one quick form. If CIEE High School Exchange is the right match for your family, we'll connect you directly and help you get started. If another program fits better, we'll tell you honestly. Either way, it's free.

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Become a host family with CIEE High School Exchange in your state

Hosting is arranged locally, so the programs that place students near you vary by state. Start with your state, then fill out the free match form:

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Questions about hosting with CIEE High School Exchange

Is CIEE High School Exchange a good exchange program to host with?
CIEE High School Exchange is an established U.S. exchange organization. J-1 academic year / semester. Volunteer host (no monthly stipend; may claim a tax deduction for the student's expenses). This is a volunteer host program. Hosts don't receive a salary, but may claim a monthly tax deduction of about $50 for each month they host, and the program covers the student's own spending money, medical insurance, and support. We can tell you whether it's the best fit for your family's location and situation.
What does CIEE High School Exchange require of host families?
New CIEE host families who pass screening.
How do I host with CIEE High School Exchange?
The simplest way is to get matched through HostFamilyMatch, fill out one form and we'll connect you directly with CIEE High School Exchange if they're your best fit, and help with the next steps. It's free.
CIEE High School Exchange is a trademark of its owner, used here only to describe and compare the program (nominative fair use). HostFamilyMatch is independent and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or operated by CIEE High School Exchange. We may receive a referral fee from exchange programs when families we help enroll; it never costs your family anything. We may be compensated as an authorized referrer when a family we introduce decides to host, at no cost to you, and it never affects which program we recommend. Full disclosure.
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