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Our daughter is currently seven months into a ten month exchange with Ayusa and she is having the time of her life!Her host family have become dear to our whole family, she has made some wonderful friends, her school is great and the AyUsa exchange community where she lives is extremely supportive.They have regular exchange student gatherings and events and our daughter has not only made connections and established friendships with her American peers, but many from other countries in her fellow exchange students as well!The whole exchange experience has far exceeded our expectations and we would recommend it to anyone considering it.Ayusa are professional yet friendly and really support and guide their exchange students. We are now in the process of applying to host a student ourselves here in Australia after being inspired by our daughter’s AyUsa host family and will make enquiries next year for our youngest daughter to go on exchange.
Hi, my family and I decided to give hosting a try for the first time back in August. We had no clue what we had to do but I remembered I had a friend that I followed constantly on Facebook and requested some information. We proceeded with the requirements and by the time we knew it, our kid was here with us. My little ones were so nervous and didn’t know what to do or say but they did keep telling me that they were excited. We kept taking our exchange student out and showing him around. He was so in awe of all the “American things” and couldn’t believe how real it was. He kept telling me that he thought that what he saw on movies- was just in movies. What fascinated him the most was the drive thru car washes. He has never seen one and couldn’t believe his eyes. 2 months into our journey, we went from having one exchange student to having two students. We took in one other student that was not having the best experience with his other family; this was the best decision ever. My kids were now able to have two international students from two different countries share their culture and language with not just my two boys but also with my husband and I. Here we are now , almost 7 months in and we are loving every bit of it. I would not change anything thus far. We have really really enjoyed hosting students so we decided to do it again this coming August. If you are ever hesitant to host and international student or students- don’t be! It will be the best time and experience. You will create ever lasting bonds and relationships with them and their families that will last a lifetime! We highly recommend Ayusa. They are quick to connect with us and they are always understanding and will go beyond your expectations to fix or correct anything that may arise that can’t be fixed on your own.
Read the other negative reviews here. I went through the same as them. Lack of communication. Lack of support. Secret plans behind our backs to re-home our student. They seem to be involved with another host parent conspiring against us. We had one good year with an exceptional student, who communicated her needs to us clearly. She’s now part of our family. I severely limited our involvement with Ayusa the whole year, as did our student. That made our year a success. I see our main Ayusa contact, Brianne Stauffer, has left a positive review for Ayusa. Wonder how many other Ayusa staff members account for the positive reviews?
My experience with Ayusa has been truly unforgettable. My host family has been incredibly welcoming and supportive, making me feel at home from the start.What surprised me most was how quickly I adapted and built a life here through school and friendships. My Local Coordinator Scott Warner and my regional manager Maggie Warner were always there when I needed help, which made me feel secure throughout my exchange year.My advice to future exchange students is to stay open-minded and step out of your comfort zone. This experience goes by fast, so make the most of it.I feel extremely lucky to be surrounded by such an incredible community!
Hello prospective host families!My name is Caroline and my daughter, Carlilse and I hosted Maya from Rome last semester. We always knew we wanted to host an exchange student, but weren't really sure what to expect. We just went into it with open minds and hearts. From the moment we met Maya, we had a connection. Our home consists of a lot of girls, so it was easy for Maya to fit right in. We traveled quite a bit showing Maya some beautiful spots on the east coast, saw the Nutcracker and Hamilton, she sailed with her high school friends, experienced our beautiful coast in the waterways and on the ocean, did a lot of thrifting, eating out and lots of fun family dinners. I will say, the best parts were just the normal days having her there with us in the house as part of our family. We didn't fully realize the impact Maya could have on our family and now it's safe to say, I've gained a daughter and Carlisle a sister. Two days after Maya returned home from her semester with us, she called and asked if she could return and finish the year with us. I was elated, but unfortunately, the time to extend had already passed. Instead we planned for Maya to return in June and Carlilse to go to Rome in August. I am forever grateful for this opportunity, as hosting Maya has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life and I can't recommend it enough. Best,Caroline
We’ve been hosting with Ayusa for 9 years, and while not every experience has been perfect (because real life rarely is!), the support we've received from our local coordinator and Regional Support Specialist has always been top-tier. They are the reason we’ve felt confident opening our hearts and home year after year.What really sets Ayusa apart is the community. Our CRs go above and beyond — organizing activities not just for students but for host families too (Host Parent Night Out? Yes, please!). Those moments build real connections and lifelong memories.We’ve hosted with other organizations in the past, but once we found Ayusa, we knew we found our people. The support, the heart, and the commitment to cultural exchange are unmatched.
Hosting an exchange student is a wonderful experience. We learned so much about her culture and enjoyed sharing ours with her. We are so thankful for our daughter we now have from overseas and the bond we share. We are so thankful for this amazing opportunity.
I have hosted and worked with 3 different companies for international exchange over the past 2 decades. I left one because they only cared about money and not the kids. AYUSA cares about their kids. They truly want the best for them and their experience. Every person I have met with AYUSA has the heart for their students first and their safety is paramount to the experience for the student and the family.
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