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How Do I Divide My Time Between My Natural Child and My Exchange Student?

by David D.

Exchange students are typically between the ages of 15 and 18. Although they are young adults who are mature and focused on their studies, they still need guidance and direction. …

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Will I Receive Financial Compensation for Hosting an Exchange Student?

by David D.

Most students studying abroad will do so on what they call a J-1 Visa. The J-1 Visa permits students to come to America for educational purposes. They are issued by …

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Why Does My Exchange Student Spend So Much Time in Their Room?

by David D.

Studying abroad and living in a strange home can be a big change for a young teen. Early on, your exchange student might feel most comfortable in their bedroom. It …

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What Happens If My Exchange Student Gets Arrested?

by David D.

In 2018, a foreign exchange student from Taiwan made national news for his terrorist crimes while attending a Catholic high school in Pennsylvania. This was a very unfortunate and uncommon …

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My Exchange Student Doesn’t Like to Bathe and Has Some Hygiene Problems. What Do I Do?

by David D.

Hygiene practices are not the same all over the world. Although most Americans shower daily, this is not the habit of people in some other countries. That said, don’t assume …

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How Long Will My Exchange Student Stay With Me?

by David D.

There are many exchange student agencies in the United States. These agencies often have relationships and consortium agreements with similar entities in other countries. Each of these organizations has a …

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Can We Take Our Exchange Student Out of State?

by David D.

Foreign exchange students come to America to practice their English and experience life as a teen here in the states. When the student is not in school, you might want …

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Can My Exchange Student’s Parents Visit?

by David D.

Most exchange students sign up for a study abroad program for one entire school year. This can seem like forever to a teenager and even longer for their natural parents. …

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What If Our Exchange Student Doesn’t Like Our Family?

by David D.

Most exchange student placements work out well. The student enjoys the host family and the host family sees the student as part of the family. You might even hear the …

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What Do I Do If My Exchange Student Needs Medical Care?

by David D.

Although emergencies are rare, sometimes your exchange student might need some medical care. This could be something as minor as a broken toe or as major as injuries from a …

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