Urban as well as rural families are invited to host. Host family visits usually last three to four weeks. Applications are made to the State 4-H Office. Inbound IFYEs visit during the months of June through December while Japanese participants visit in July and August or year long for high school. Host families wishing to participate may apply through the local 4-H office.
Host families receive orientation and assistance throughout the homestay.
Year Long High School Exchange Illinois hosts high school students from Japan. They arrive in August, enroll in local high schools with Junior and Senior status. Families provide home stay and support for the youth. Students provide their own medical insurance, spending money for school and personal supplies. Application deadline is for State Office.