Welcome to AHLI

For more than 30 years, American Home Life International (AHLI) has been the leading provider of American homestay and education programs for international students

We remain committed to helping our students succeed by placing them in the right schools and in the best academic or cultural programs. Critical for student success, AHLI’s strength is the unparalleled ability to provide Christian host families that offer a safe, secure, and nurturing home environment for the students.

The AHLI Story

With significant global experience and commitment to excellence, the AHLI team is skilled at bringing the best combination of academic programs, cultural experiences and homestay services to meet a variety of student needs.

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  • 15,708

  • Students
    Since 1991

  • 22

  • Countries
    Hosted

  • 165+

  • Partner
    Schools

  • 29

  • States Where
    We Operate

  • 959

  • Group Students
    In 2019-2020

  • 250+

  • F1 Visa Students
    In 2018-2019

  • Wide Network of accredited partner schools.
    Partner Schools

  • Partner Schools

  • Guaranteed safe & caring Christian homes and residential housing.

  • Host Families

  • Qualified coordinators for excellent student care.

  • Student Support

  • Intensive ESL and TOEFL Preparation Programs.

  • ESL & TOEFL Camp

  • Quality student-focused programs.

  • Student Programs

  • Highlight of the Month:

  • AHLI hosts families and students to create bonds that last a lifetime. Watch this video for a glimpse of the fun and friendship they share as they blend their lives and cultures as one family.

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    • News &
    Events

    • You’ve Arrived! Now What?

      Dear Students, So, you did the hard and scary part. You committed to study abroad. You applied, received your placement, packed your bags, said good-bye to your friends and family, boarded the plane and now here you are in the airport looking for your host family. You see them. They are holding a sign with...

    • Get Ready for Student Arrival!

      It’s hard to believe that summer is coming to an end and your international student’s arrival is right around the corner. In order to help you prepare for this amazing adventure, here are 5 things your family can do to get ready.  Most of all, get excited! You are about to have a grand adventure...

    • Coordinator of the Month

      Our Coordinator of the Month is Jackie Willock! She was very supportive and encouraging during the last part of her student’s senior year of high school. She planned fun and relaxing meetings to help her student take breaks from her busy schedule. Plus, she helped celebrate her graduation. Congratulations!