How to Become a Rotary Exchange Student
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Maybe you've gotten to know
one or two of our exchange students in your high school, and you wonder if you
could do what they are doing. Or perhaps you heard about our program from a teacher or
guidance counselor, or at a presentation by Rotary. However the seed was
planted, if you think you might be able to do this, then you owe it to
yourself to follow up, learn more, and consider applying.
So what should you do? First, spend some time on this
website, to learn more about Rotary, the Rotary Youth Exchange program, and
our current or former exchange students. Here are some places to visit:
- The FAQ page, for the Frequently
Asked Questions
- The Forms page, where you can
download the application documents
- The individual pages of our students, where you can
read their journals ... the current 2008-09
inbounds and
outbounds, to get their
initial impressions and reports ... or last year's
inbounds and
outbounds, to track them
through their complete experiences. Just click on a picture, and discover
someone's adventure.
If your excitement level is starting to build, then it's
time to look at the application forms and start working on them. Remember,
the application is your introduction to the Rotarians who will decide your
acceptance, as well as to the families and schools that will welcome you
overseas.
The application deadline each year is in November, for the
following school year. There is a lot to do before submitting your
application. First, you have to determine which Rotary District
you reside in. If you're not sure,
click here.
Next, you and your parents should plan to
attend one of our informational meetings, held during the fall in
various locations around the state. Each year, the schedule and location of meetings
can be found on the Calendar page. Those
informational meetings will give you and your family a thorough look at the
program, will answer your questions, and will explain the interview and
selection process in detail.
So start clicking and reading,
and good luck from all of us in the Rotary Youth Exchange
program! We look forward to helping you realize your dream! |
