Pacific Intercultural Exchange

PIE has dedicated itself to breaking down barriers to communication and building bridges among the cultures of the world through student exchange.

Pacific Intercultural Exchange (PIE) is a non-profit educational organization that has sponsored more than 20,000 students from 40 countries since its founding in 1975. The organization is designated by the US Department of State and is listed by the Council on Standards for International Educational Travel, certifying that the organization complies with the standards set forth in CSIET's Standards for International Educational Travel Programs. Through international exchange, we break down communication barriers and misconceptions we have about people that have different values, or may look different that us. Our students are between the ages of 15-18 and are anxious to share their cultural experiences. P.I.E. currently has programs to match almost every family's needs, ranging in length from a semester to a full academic year, where the students attend local high schools. We realize that American families are very diverse and we appreciate their willingness to open their home and heart to an international teen. Our host families come from all walks of life. Hosts can be single, married, retired, with children, or no children. Families are encouraged to contact P.I.E. immediately, as it will allow the proper time for the students and hosts to get to know one another before they actually meet for the first time. People interested in learning more about student exchange or arranging for a meeting with a representative may call P.I.E. toll-free at 1-888-743-8721.