Taste of American High School Program

CCI's Taste of American High School program offers international students ages 13-17 a chance to experience the lifestyle of a typical American teenager.

Living with an American host family while auditing regular high school classes is an excellent way for students to improve their English and learn about American culture. The program can be arranged so that students first travel to New York or Chicago for a short visit, then travel on to their homestay destination for a two week high school visitation program. Programs are organized during the fall and spring when American schools are in session. Group sizes range from 10 to 15 participants plus one escort.

Program Includes

City Stay Option:

• 3 nights hotel accommodation in New York or Chicago
• Airport transfers

Homestay & School Visitation:

• Room and board with volunteer American host family
• High school visitation program (usually two to four days per week)
• Cultural activities
• Welcome and farewell parties
• Round trip airport transfers
• Full accident and medical insurance
• Services of a CCI local coordinator

Destinations
A wide variety of destinations are available throughout the U.S. that reflect the diversity of the American land and people. Destinations include the richly traditional Midwestern and Southwestern states, offering students a chance to experience life in a typical "small-town" American community. Contact us for more information about available destinations.

Deadlines
Space is limited and reservations are needed. Student applications are due at least 8 weeks before program start date.

Apply for this Program!
If you are an international sending office interested in receiving more information on CCI group programs in the United States, please complete the International Sending Partner Inquiry Form.