Rotary District 6600 Youth Exchange Program is part of the 14 District “Ohio-Erie Multi-District Lakes to Oceans” Committee. All our inbound and outbound students come and go through this organization, made up of Rotarians committed to Rotary Youth Exchange in 14 districts and 6 states.
Are you interested in learning more about becoming an exchange student?
As a Rotary Youth Exchange Student, you'll spend up to a year living with a few host families and attending school in a different country. More than 8,000 young people each year have experience like these through Rotary Youth Exchange. It's the opportunity of a lifetime!
Rotary has two programs, a short-term exchange program that lasts a month and a long-term exchange program that lasts for an academic school year. Regardless of which program you participate in, you'll learn a new way of living, a great deal about yourself, and maybe even a new language. You'll also be an ambassador, teaching people you meet about your country, culture, and idea. You can help bring the world closer – and make some good friends in the process.
For over 75 years, students and host families have broadened their horizons through Rotary Youth Exchange.
More than 80 countries and over 8,000 students each year participate in the program, which is administered at the regional level by Rotary districts and at the local level by Rotary clubs.
District 6600 RYE Contacts
Club & Student Information
CLUB & HOST FAMILY INFORMATION
If your Rotary District 6600 Club is considering becoming involved in Rotary Youth Exchange, please contact a member of the Youth Exchange Committee and a mentor will be assigned to assist your club with paperwork, committee training, and any questions or concerns along the way. A listing of committee members follows at the end of the toolkit provided below.
Rotary Youth Exchange is an exciting program and we want to involve as many clubs (and as many students) as possible!
STUDENT INFORMATION
As a Rotary Youth Exchange student, you’ll spend up to a year living with host families and attending school in a different country. Whether you participate in Rotary’s long-term or short-term Youth Exchange programs, you’ll learn a new way of living, a great deal about yourself, and maybe even a new language. You will be an ambassador, teaching people you meet about your country, culture, and ideas.
You can help bring the world closer – and make some good friends in the process.
Quick Reference Resources
Find important forms and guides for Rotary Youth Exchange students and counselors, including travel authorizations, insurance information, problem-resolution resources, and required brochures. Everything you need is in one place for easy access.
Scholarship Opportunities!
Upon completion of a successful RYE exchange, RYE students and Host Family students are eligible for a scholarship offered by the Rotary Club of Oberlin.
2025-2026 Calendar
Rotary Youth Exchange, D6600
Calendar and Important Dates
More RYE Information
Find more about the Rotary Youth Exchanges on these websites: OERYE.org | Rotary.org