Your child’s year in America — insights from the U.S. Embassy

Your child’s year in America — what to expect 

A guide for Finnish families

Thinking about an exchange year in the U.S.? Join us for a practical session covering everything Finnish families actually want to know — from daily life in a small American town to students’ safety.

What we’ll cover: 

• Culture shock cycles and how to manage them 
• Life in small-town America (where most students are placed) 
• Navigating social dynamics in American high schools 
• Religion, food, and lifestyle accommodation 
• Safety and protections exchange students have 
• Program structure, academic life, insurance, and YFU support 
• Applying for a visa 

A Q&A session is included at the end.