The PeopleLink AYP program is a 10 month educational homestay, where the
foreign student has the opportunity to experience North American culture
in an intensive environment. The student lives with a host family
while attending high school in the United Sates or Canada. Educational
homestay programs are designed to allow the foreign student and the
host family to learn and share their language and culture with each
other over an extended period of time.
Volunteer host families open their
home for the entire academic school year. They are supported by Academic
Guides who serve as the local liaison for the host family, the foreign
student, the participating school and the PeopleLink main office.
Prospective AYP students apply for the Academic Year Program directly
through PeopleLink. The application process includes a personal interview,
a written letter of interest, two school references and a physical examinations.
The applicant submits all documentation with full transcripts and medical
records. The interview criteria includes questions regarding academic
achievement and interest, social adaptation and commitment to studying overseas.