SUMMER EXCHANGE PROGRAM
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Spend 3-4 weeks overseas with a family that has a son/daughter the same age. That student will spend 3-4 weeks with your US family.
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Travel order and schedules depend on each students' schedule.
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Exchange typically occurs between mid-June and the end of August.
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Program oversight by rotary to ensure safety, quality, and equity.
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Foreign language skills are encouraged but not required.
Marilyn Edlund is the Summer Exchange Coordinator. She can be reached at marilyne5030rye@gmail.com​
ELIGIBILITY
You must be between 15 1/2 and 18 1/2 years old at the time of the exchange.
TIMELINE
The first step is to apply for the exchange using the link provided.
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Sept. 16 & 30, 2025: Q & A info session
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Nov. 30, 2025: Applications due
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Dec. 13: Mandatory student/parent Selection interviews at Meridian Valley Country Club (24830 136th Ave SE, Kent, WA)
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Jan. - Feb., 2026: Host family orientation and home visits completed
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Feb. - April, 2026: Rotary matches students and families
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May 2026: Match assignments completed and shared with family and students
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May 17, 2026: Mandatory orientation for students and family at Meridian Valley Country Club
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June - Aigist, 2026: Exchanges take place
FINANCES
The cost includes $1200.00 administration fee plus round trip airfare to the host country.
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Air travel must be arranged through the Rotary endorsed travel agent, "It's Your World, Travel".
Do NOT arrange travel yourself.
COUNTRIES
Western Europe, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, & Chile.