NC 4-H International Exchange Programs

10/14/2026

If you're heading to the State Fair, check out the Wake County 4-H decorated hay bale! The Japanese flag representing the 4-H International Exchange Program was drawn by one of the Japanese delegates hosted in Wake county this summer! What a lovely to way to include her even after she has returned home to Japan.

Enjoy the State Fair, everyone!

10/06/2026

09/06/2026

The application portal for the 2027 Outbound programs is open! We will be sending out all the emails on Tuesday, after the holiday, but for anyone wanting to get an early start, visit our webpage at https://nc4h.ces.ncsu.edu/youth/nc-4-h-international-exchange-program/ to apply and see details on all of the 2027 Outbound Exchange trips!

NC 4-H International Programs offer youth opportunities for cultural exchange and global learning through travel, hosting, and partnerships, building leadership skills and a broader understanding of cultures worldwide.

09/03/2026

UPDATE: The Outbound 2027 application portal will open Sept 5 instead of Sept 1. Thank you for your patience as the national team finishes working out some technical issues!

08/05/2026

These wonderful connections and experiences are what our program is all about! Thank you to Tyrrell County 4-H for welcoming Chaperone Yukkie so warmly and giving her the chance to experience so much of what 4-H has to offer!

08/01/2026

ANNOUNCING: 2027 4-H Outbound Exchange Programs!

This is your opportunity to have an amazing summer experience immersed in a new language and culture while living with a host family in a different country.

Applications open September 1 and are due November 1. Applications include essay questions and reference letters, so DO NOT WAIT until the last minute! Candidates who successfully complete the application will be interviewed between Nov 1-Dec 15. Age is counted as of the date of departure.

-Japan 8-week, ages 15-18, June 9-Aug 6
-Japan 4-week, ages 12-18, July 7-Aug 6
-Norway, ages 15-18, June 17-July 17
-Costa Rica, ages 15-18, June 24-July 23
-Taiwan, ages 12-18, June 30-July 30
-South Korea, ages 12-18, July 7-Aug 6

Chaperones are also needed for all trips. Chaperones must be 21 or older, have international travel or living abroad experience, experience working with youth, and current or former 4-H involvement (staff/volunteer/alumni).

Please check our webpage for more info and to sign up for emails: https://nc4h.ces.ncsu.edu/youth/nc-4-h-international-exchange-program/

07/31/2026

Tomorrow is the day! Check back to see all of the details for the 2027 4-H Outbound Exchange trips! We have exchange travel opportunities for youth ages 12-18, and 4-H volunteers or staff members age 21+.

Applications will open September 1.

07/30/2026

Just two more days until we share the countries, dates, and costs of the 2027 4-H Outbound Exchange trips! Follow to make sure you don't miss it!

Applications will open September 1.