Rotary Youth Exchange

DUE TO THE GLOBAL PANDEMIC WE ARE NOT PARTICIPATING IN THE ROTARY YOUTH EXCHANGE PROGRAM AT THIS TIME.

WHAT IS A ROTARY YOUTH EXCHANGE?

Youth Exchange is a study-abroad opportunity for young people who spend anywhere from a few weeks to a full year as an international student hosted by local Rotary clubs.

IS AN EXCHANGE RIGHT FOR ME?

Exchanges are for people ages 15–19 who:

Have demonstrated leadership in their school and community
Are flexible and willing to try new things
Are open to cultural differences
Can serve as an ambassador for their own country

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?

Costs vary from country to country. Local Rotary clubs generously host students and provide room and board with a host family and a small monthly stipend. Participants are generally responsible for:

Round-trip airfare
Insurance
Travel documents (such as passports and visas)
Spending money, additional travel, and tour fees

HOW CAN I APPLY?

Contact Anna Taylor of the Rotary Club of Lexington to learn more about the types of programs offered, and specific application process required. Because the selection and orientation process can be lengthy, we suggest you apply 6–12 months before you plan to leave.

CAN I HOST AN EXCHANGE STUDENT?

Hosting an exchange student can be an incredibly rewarding experience for your family, providing an international experience without leaving home. Host families provide room and board and share their lives with exchange students, involving them in family, community, and cultural activities.