International Exchange Student Eligibility & Enrollment Guidelines
Washtenaw International welcomes international exchange students entering grades 9–11 who are participating through an approved third-party exchange agency and will be residing with a family currently enrolled at Washtenaw International High School (WIHI) or Washtenaw International Middle Academy (WIMA).
Please review the following guidelines before submitting your request:
- Exchange Agency & Visa Requirements: Students must be sponsored by an approved third-party exchange agency. Washtenaw International does not sponsor or provide J-1 or other student visas.
- Host Family Requirements: Exchange students must reside with their approved Washtenaw International host family throughout their enrollment. If a student is unable to remain with their original host family, they will be required to withdraw from our program. Washteanw International does not arrange or provide alternative host families.
- Application Review: All requests will be reviewed by school administration and the Enrollment Manager. Decisions will be based on the school's Academic Policy, Code of Conduct, available enrollment space, and other applicable requirements.
- Enrollment Approval: Submission of this form does not guarantee acceptance or approval to attend WIHI.
Review & Next Steps
Once this form is submitted, school administration and the Enrollment Manager will review the request and coordinate with the exchange agency, host family, and appropriate school staff to determine eligibility and ensure all enrollment requirements can be met.
Families will be notified once a decision has been made. Please do not consider enrollment approved until official confirmation has been provided by Washtenaw International.