AHLI’s J-1 Public school program matches students with participating AHLI J-1 Public schools based on the student’s interests, academic ability, and available host families. With our wide network of public schools across several states, students are matched with a school and host family that’s a good fit for them. Students will have a well-rounded high school experience, with the opportunity to participate in school sports and activities. Students cannot choose their school or their host family. This program is an excellent choice for students who want the traditional exchange experience of improving their English while experiencing American culture and attending a local high school. Students will study for 1 academic year, but diplomas are not granted. Since families are volunteers and the high schools do not collect tuition, the J-1 high school program is a great choice for our budget conscious students.
- Full-time, one semester or 1 academic year program from 9th to 12th grade. Students must be between the ages of 15 and 18.5 years old at the time of enrollment
- A US educational experience while living with an American host family
- Wide selection of courses including Honors and AP courses
- Public schools offer rigorous college preparation curriculum, athletic focus, strong fine arts program or a combination of any of these qualities
- ESL tutoring, SAT/TOEFL preparation and subject tutoring classes are available, if required
- Local coordinator assigned to each student
- Student orientation
- Monthly meetings with students
- Celebration of birthdays and special occasions
- Monthly student progress reports for parents
- Guidance on social, academic and cultural adjustment
- Maintain communication between school, agent and parents
- Advocate for student in challenging situations
- Monitoring of student’s non-AHLI travels
- 24/7 emergency support
