The APEX Difference
Benefits of Hosting an Exchange Student with Us
Experience diversity, learn about new cultures, earn extra income, and develop lifelong relationships – Apply Now to Become a Homestay Provider!
Our Stipend
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- Host Families can receive a monthly stipend of $1,000+ per student to assist with their expenses – varies by state*
- Boost your monthly stipend and earn other rewards by referring qualified host families matched with a student.
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Our Network
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- We have a large Host Family Network that can provide backup hosting if you need to go on vacation, attend an out-of-state family wedding, or deal with life-changing events.
- 24/7 APEX Support: Our team of over 30 dedicated staff members, including Territory Development Managers and Mandarin-speaking Student Coordinators, are centrally located near our partner schools to assist you and your student.
- Network opportunities with other quality, caring host families
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Our Support
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- Free summer storage of student’s belongings to free up your bedroom for guests
- Students must complete two community service projects each year to give back to the community: one in the Fall and one in the Spring.
- Academic tutoring partners are available for students and are at the convenience of the host parent’s home.
- We can help you arrange student health insurance, set up banking services, and recommend student cell phone plans.
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Our Events
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- Attend Orientations in August and January for cultural training and hosting advice to make your experience successful.
- We offer fully-paid monthly fun events for students, which give them a chance to experience more of American culture and provide host families some time to themselves.
- Annual Host Parent Appreciation Gala for host parents and school officials, including dinner, dancing, entertainment, raffles, and more as our way to say “Thank You.”
- Annual Chinese New Year celebration for students, host parents, immediate household members, and school officials – Over 600 attended our 2017 event!
- Annual Farewell Picnic for students, host parents, immediate household members, and school officials
- Yearly distribution of moon cakes to all students for the Mid-Autumn Festival celebration
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