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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

    • February Student Blog

      If you haven’t noticed… it’s February! The shortest month of the year. It also marks the 6-month mark of your exchange experience. But a short month doesn’t mean an unimportant month! February always starts with an odd American tradition called Groundhog Day on February 2. Punxsutawney Phil who lives in Pennsylvania is a famous groundhog...
    • January Student Blog

      Happy 2024! I hope the new year has started well for you. What if you could earn 1 year of college for free? Most high school students are familiar with the College Board’s Advanced Placement (AP) exams, but do you know about CLEP exams that earn you college credit? CLEP stands for College Level Examination Program,...
    • December Student Blog

      Merry Christmas! Schools are closing for the holiday, trees are decorated, stockings are hung, gifts are being wrapped, and families will be coming together for a celebratory dinner. If it’s your first American Christmas, we hope you enjoy many fun activities and traditions over the next several weeks.   In our house, a favorite Christmas...