YES Program Pakistan 2027 in USA

The Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study (YES) Program Pakistan is a fully funded exchange program for Pakistani high school students to spend a semester studying in the United States. It is funded by the Office of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the US Department of State and developed by a consortium led by American Councils. Participants live with American host families, attend high school in the United States, and participate in enrichment activities and cultural exchange experiences.

Semester of high school studies in the United States, living with a host family, participation in enrichment activities and cultural exchange experiences.

Open to high school students from Pakistan who are in the 8th, 9th, or 10th grade (or equivalent) and seeking a semester-long study in the United States.

Apply via the official application form linked on the program's site; refer to the provided PDF application form for the Spring Semester 2027.