Welcome to AHLI

For more than 30 years, American Home Life International (AHLI) has been the leading provider of American homestay and education programs for international students

We remain committed to helping our students succeed by placing them in the right schools and in the best academic or cultural programs. Critical for student success, AHLI’s strength is the unparalleled ability to provide Christian host families that offer a safe, secure, and nurturing home environment for the students.

The AHLI Story

With significant global experience and commitment to excellence, the AHLI team is skilled at bringing the best combination of academic programs, cultural experiences and homestay services to meet a variety of student needs.

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  • 15,708

  • Students
    Since 1991

  • 22

  • Countries
    Hosted

  • 165+

  • Partner
    Schools

  • 29

  • States Where
    We Operate

  • 959

  • Group Students
    In 2019-2020

  • 250+

  • F1 Visa Students
    In 2018-2019

  • Wide Network of accredited partner schools.
    Partner Schools

  • Partner Schools

  • Guaranteed safe & caring Christian homes and residential housing.

  • Host Families

  • Qualified coordinators for excellent student care.

  • Student Support

  • Intensive ESL and TOEFL Preparation Programs.

  • ESL & TOEFL Camp

  • Quality student-focused programs.

  • Student Programs

  • Highlight of the Month:

  • AHLI hosts families and students to create bonds that last a lifetime. Watch this video for a glimpse of the fun and friendship they share as they blend their lives and cultures as one family.

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    • News &
    Events

    • Student of the Month

      Ted is AHLI’s Student of the Month! He is a hard-working problem-solver who improved his grades and athletic skills. Plus, he enjoys helping people by doing community service projects. We celebrate his determination, kindness, and faithfulness. Congratulations, Ted!

    • New Perspective

      How has studying and living in the U.S. changed your perspective? Let’s see if Pol, an AHLI student, has changed his perspective since his arrival in August 2024. Thank you, Pol and his coordinator for helping with a view into his student program journey: Starting with a Good Attitude Tours Help: enjoyed tour of high school and...

    • Daily Encouragement

      Do you need encouragement? AHLI is here to help with special guest contributors, Brian and Cheryl Martin. They are current host parents to AHLI students. Graciously, Cheryl agreed to do a phone interview about daily life as a host family. Welcome to a day at the Martin’s home and Cheryl’s perspective on hosting: What is...