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HOUSING OPTIONS
(HOMESTAY & CAMPUS APARTMENTS)

1. HOMESTAY - LIVING WITH AN AMERICAN HOST FAMILY

Options and Costs:

  • Option #1:
    Private bedroom; food for all meals, with most dinners prepared by the host. $550 (5 weeks)

  • Option #2:
    Private bedroom; no food provided (students buy and prepare their own meals using the host's kitchen) $350 (5 weeks)

  • $150 Housing placement fee is required.

  • A $150 Homestay damage deposit is also required. ($50 of the damage deposit is non-refundable, $100 is refundable depending on damages.)

Host provides:

  • Private bedroom with bed, desk, chair, dresser, closet, and good lighting.

  • Everyday English conversation

  • Various family activities

  • Use of washer and dryer

  • Use of household items such as bedding, bath towels, and bath and laundry soap

  • Use of telephone for local calls. Students must use calling cards for long distance calls

  • All utilities (heat, water, and light)

For more information on living with an American Family, please read Living With an American Host Family.

2. CAMPUS APARTMENTS

Campus View Village
Shared modern apartments, each with 4 single bedrooms. Dishes and food not provided. Social and recreational activities program brings international and American residents together.

A minimum stay of 3 months is required for Campus View Village.

Costs:

  • Rent is $330 per month (4 weeks) for a 3-month lease.

  • Rent is $295 per month (4 weeks) for a one-year lease.

  • $150 Housing placement fee is required.

  • A $150 refundable security deposit is also required.