Summer Programs

Most IFF group homestay programs visit the United States for 2 to 4 weeks during the months of July or August. Summer group programs typically consist of 10-15 students aged 13 to 18 years old and a program leader. While most groups are recruited by oversees partners and come from a single country (e.g., France), we also offer “multicultural” groups for students who wish to visit the United States and meet peers from many different countries. Coming soon a list of upcoming programs.

Standard Immersion Programs

The Standard Immersion Program offers summer students coming for 2 to 4 weeks the chance to spend a maximum amount of time with their American Host Family while still having substantially opportunity to interact with their fellow foreign exchange students during weekly organized activities and excursions. Click here for more information about our Standard Immersion Programs, including a sample itinerary.

ESL Programs

Our ESL Programs are best for those students who are interested in taking structured English-language classes while still getting an American cultural experience and chance to actively practice the language skills they learn in the classroom with their American host families. Students attend classes 12 hours each week, and are offered weekly organized activities and excursions. Click here for more information about our ESL Programs, including a sample itinerary.

Total Immersion Programs

Our Total Immersion Programs are best for students traveling as individuals or in groups who are looking for a maximum level of affordability and flexibility. After a brief welcoming and orientation, students are off to spend their duration of their stay with the American host family. With no schedule constrains, students have the maximum flexibility to truly get-to-know and become of their host families. The Total Immersion Program offers individual students the most unique experience. Some of our Total Immersion Students (with parental permission) have even had the chance to travel with their host families and experience a real American vacation!!! Click here for more information about our Total Immersion Programs.