Host an International High School Exchange Student (Memphis, TN)
Program Overview
ERDT/SHARE! is a global non‑profit educational foundation that has been providing international student exchange services to host families and international teens since 1974. The SHARE! High School Exchange Program invites caring individuals and families to host an international exchange student for a semester or a full school year. Hosted students are 14–18 years old and come from countries such as France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Poland, Japan, South Korea, China, Brazil, Mexico, and many others. They will live with the host family, attend the local high school, and share their culture and traditions while experiencing American family life.
Host Family Eligibility
Any of the following household types are welcome to apply, provided they have a stable home and a caring heart:
- Two‑parent families (with or without children)
- Single parents
- Single adults
- Retired couples
- Empty nesters
Student Profile
- Age: 14–18 years
- Speaks English
- Comprehensive medical insurance provided
- Spending money for personal expenses
- Carefully screened and selected before arriving in the United States
Contact Information
To learn more or view available student profiles, contact SHARE! at 800‑941‑3738 or visit sharesouthwest.org/contact.