I'm interested in housing a foreign exchange student. Have you ever done it? Any advice?

Question

What do I have to do? Are there any benefits? Tell me everything. : )

Answer 1

Usually you do it through an agency. I suggest EF or education first. You have to go through a application process, they have to meet your family, examine your home and school surroundings to make sure everything is perfect for the student. I don't think there are any finnacial benefits, more likely it is strictly volunteer. If you have children, having an exchange student will definately change their ascpect on things and broden their horizons. The cultural exchanges can be a priceless gift and learning about different cultures is truly rewarding. It also can give you connections to people around the world. I would say go for it.

I enjoy languages, literature and cultures so I would love to go for an exchange but my parents will never let me.