Exchanges can take place in more than 150 countries and geographical areas. Please note, however, that the countries you visit depend on your home Rotary district. Contact your local club or district for more information. (Poner liga a página de Comité Rotario y lista de Clubes certificados) 

Do you offer scholarships or university programs?

RI doesn’t offer scholarships or university programs specifically for Youth Exchange students, but local Rotary clubs and districts may offer financial assistance. Contact Rotarians in your area to find out. If you’re interested in university programs, explore Rotary Foundation scholarships.

I’m interested.

Youth Exchange is administered by Rotary clubs and districts. Contact Rotarians in your area to apply. Read more in How do I apply? (Crear Liga a pagina)

Host families

By hosting a Youth Exchange student in your home, you’ll make a young person’s dream come true, and you and your family will share an unforgettable and fulfilling experience. As a host family, you will

• Provide room and board
• Supervise the student just as you would your own children
• Involve the student in family activities and chores
• Enrich the exchange experience by including the student in family, community, and cultural activities

Host families aren’t compensated financially. The program is run entirely by dedicated volunteers, which helps keep costs low. More information:

• If you’re interested in hosting a Youth Exchange student, read A Primer for Host Families (PDF), which details student and host family responsibilities, Rotary’s role, and frequently asked questions.
• Identify your local Rotary club. (Crear Liga a pagina de Comite y clubes) 

Rotarians

Dedicated Rotarian volunteers have kept Youth Exchange vital for decades. Rotarians work behind the scenes to handle the logistics of each exchange. For long-term exchanges, the host club and district arranges school enrollment, tuition, and other educational matters. Youth Exchange officers are the program’s leaders. Elected at the club and district levels, these volunteers are trained to serve as liaisons between students and the district Youth Exchange committee. Read more about working with youth. (Crear Liga Rotarian roles and responsibilities)

Resources for Rotarians

• Contact your district Youth Exchange chair. (Crear liga a nuestra página de Comite)
• Read the Youth Exchange Handbook (PDF).  
• View a PowerPoint presentation about Youth Exchange.
• Find additional forms and resources.