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Pacific Northwest Exchange

Seattle, WA

A J-1 exchange in the tech capital of the Pacific Northwest. Innovation, nature, and genuine American community life.

School Type
Public, Host Family
Location
Seattle, WA
Living Style
Host Family
Tuition Tier
Foundation (Under $15K/yr)
Programs
J-1 Exchange Visitor Program
Best For
Tech-minded students wanting J-1 exchange in a progressive, innovative city

Why Pacific Northwest Exchange

J-1 exchange, tech corridor access, and environmental programs.

Tech Corridor Proximity

Seattle is home to Amazon, Microsoft, and hundreds of startups — students breathe innovation.

Environmental Programs

Award-winning environmental science curriculum with field trips to national parks, marine biology labs, and sustainability projects.

Progressive Community

One of America's most forward-thinking cities — diverse, inclusive, and globally minded.

What GLA Places Students Into

Pacific Northwest Exchange partners with Global Link Advisors on these specific placement tracks.

J-1 Exchange in Seattle

State Department-sponsored exchange program in one of America's most innovative cities.

Tech & Innovation Exposure

Field trips to tech campuses, coding clubs, and STEM competitions connect students to Seattle's innovation ecosystem.

Outdoor & Environmental Learning

Pacific Northwest wilderness — students explore marine biology, forestry, and environmental science through hands-on fieldwork.

Academics & Curriculum

A strong public school curriculum with tech and environmental emphasis.

Average Class Size
24 Students
AP Courses
12 Available
IB Program
No
ESL Program
ESL Support
Graduation Rate
93%
College Placement
UW and state university pipeline

Strong Programs

Computer Science, Environmental Science, Marine Biology, and Music.

Foreign Languages

Spanish, Japanese, and Mandarin offered at multiple proficiency levels.

ESL Support

ESL support with language buddies and after-school tutoring.

Admissions Requirements

What you need to know before applying.

English Test Required
No test required (basic English)
GPA Requirement
2.5+ (on 4.0 scale)
Admissions Status
Rolling Admissions
Application Deadline
April 15
Age Range
15–18 (Grades 9–12)
Graduation Eligible
Yes — U.S. Diploma

Student Life & Extracurriculars

Life at Pacific Northwest Exchange goes far beyond the classroom.

Clubs & Organizations

Coding Club, Environmental Action Club, Robotics Team, Photography Club, International Student Association, and 25+ other student-led organizations.

Arts & Music

Award-winning music program, digital media production, visual arts, and an annual student film festival celebrating Pacific Northwest creativity.

Sports & Outdoors

Soccer, basketball, swimming, cross country, hiking club, kayaking, and skiing. The Pacific Northwest offers year-round outdoor adventure.

Location & Travel

Getting here and getting around.

City
Seattle, WA
Region
Pacific Northwest
Nearest Airport
SEA — Seattle-Tacoma International
Airport Distance
~25 minutes
Climate
Mild, rainy climate
Campus Setting
Urban/Suburban

Interested in Pacific Northwest Exchange?

Tell us about your student. We'll let you know if Pacific Northwest Exchange is a fit — and if not, we'll suggest the school that is.

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