Student Exchange Program
A life-changing opportunity to live with an Italian family, make lifelong friends, and experience true cultural immersion.
40+
Years Running
400+
Students Exchanged
2 Weeks
Cultural Immersion
~$3,000
All-Inclusive Cost
How It Works
The exchange is a reciprocal program. You host an Italian student, then visit their family in Alba.
Apply
Submit your application, essay, and recommendations during the open application period.
Get Selected
The selection committee reviews applications, conducts interviews, and chooses ambassadors.
Prepare
Attend weekly meetings for fundraising, Italian culture lessons, and trip preparation.
Host
Welcome your Italian exchange sibling to Medford for two weeks in the fall.
Travel
Visit Alba in the spring for two unforgettable weeks with your Italian family.
Stay Connected
Maintain lifelong friendships that span generations and continents.
What's Included
The approximately $3,000 program fee covers everything your student needs for this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
- ✓Round-trip airfare to Italy
- ✓Two weeks with Italian host family
- ✓Group activities and cultural tours
- ✓Experienced adult chaperones
- ✓Pre-trip preparation and Italian lessons
- ✓All entry fees and local transportation
- ✓Rome exploration before reaching Alba
- ✓High-speed train experience
Financial assistance available. No student is turned away for inability to pay. Group fundraising, individual fundraising opportunities, and scholarships help make this accessible to all.
Typical Itineraries
🇮🇹Medford Students in Alba
🇺🇸Italian Students in Medford
Ready to Join?
Applications for the 2026/27 exchange open in Fall 2025. Get started now to learn about eligibility and prepare your application.