StudentRoomStay

What exactly is included in our homestay packages? Here's a complete list of everything you'll get.

Homestay → What's Included

Need a host family in the USA? Here's a breakdown of the entire homestay sign-up process for international students.

How to Sign Up for Homestay

How much does homestay cost at SRS? Here are some factors to consider when building your customized homestay package.

Homestay Pricing: The Complete Guide

How old do I have to be to sign up? Is there an age limit? All students, no matter what age, can sign up for homestay with SRS.

Student Age Requirements

What does "host family" mean exactly? Our host family network includes a wide variety of people and family structures.

Types of Host Families

How are our hosts selected? We make sure each host family is carefully vetted before they host a student.

Host Family Vetting Process

The short answer is no. Read the long answer here!

Is Homestay only for International Students?

How long is a homestay? Learn more about homestay timelines here.

Length of Homestay

You're all signed up for homestay with SRS, now what? Here are some helpful tips and videos to prepare you for your arrival.

Preparing for Your Arrival

What can students bring? What should students ship? Here are some preparation tips to help you navigate the packing process.

Packing for Your Journey Abroad→ The Complete Guide

Here are a few things that you and your host family may do to help you get settled into your home abroad.

Arrival: Getting Settled in Your New Home

Will my host be home all the time? Can I travel on my own? Find answers to commonly asked questions about spending time with your host.

Spending Time With Your Host → FAQs

Is transportation included? Find in-depth answers to our most common questions about homestay transportation here.

Transportation → Explained

Culture shock can be discouraging, but remember that you are not alone. Here are some tips for coping with culture shock.

Coping with Culture Shock

Schedules (and their importance) vary from culture to culture. Here are some tips for navigating your new schedule during your homestay.

Cultural Adjustments → Daily Schedules

Communicating with your host family is important, but it's not always easy. Here are some tips and guidelines to navigate communication.

Cultural Adjustments → Communication

Here's some information about house rules and chores to help you maintain a peaceful environment during your homestay.

House Rules & Chores

Here are some general safety guidelines for international students to help you stay safe during your time abroad.

Safety Guidelines

Gaining a new pet for your time abroad can enhance your experience in a good way! Here are some things to know about homestay pets.

Homestay Pets 🐾

Food can make a huge positive impact on your homestay experience! Here are some tips to make sure you and your host are on the same page.

Meals → What to Expect

Here are some tips to get settled in your new room while being respectful of your host family and your new home.

Etiquette: Your Room

Sharing a bathroom with your host-sibling? Don't worry! These tips can help you maintain proper bathroom etiquette during your time abroad.

Etiquette: Shared Bathroom

Your homestay package will always include internet access. Here are the details of homestay WiFi.

Wifi and Internet

Here are some basic tips and guidelines on how to responsibly handle your finances abroad.

Your Personal Finances

Your wellness is our top priority. Here is a complete breakdown of what to do if you get sick or have a medical emergency in the USA.

Illness and Medical Emergencies

Here are a few tips for navigating laundry with your host family during your time abroad.

Homestay: Laundry

In the unfortunate (and unlikely) event that you break something in your host family's house, don't worry! Here's how to handle it.

Homestay Accidents / Damages

Dating abroad can be fun, but it's important to stay safe. Here are some behaviors to be aware of when it comes to navigating relationships.

Dating Abroad → Safety

While most people you meet will be kind, bullying can be a problem in any country. Here's how to spot bullying and what to do about it.

Bullying → What it Is & What to Do

Communication is key when it comes to managing schedules and curfew with your host family during your homestay.

Schedules and Curfew

Step-by-step instructions for international students on how to make payments before and during your homestay placement.

How to Make Homestay Payments

Our goal is to make every homestay experience a successful one. Here's the breakdown of what happens if you do need to transfer homes.

Homestay Transfers

Check out these tips for pre-departure planning, homestay extensions, storage during summer break, keeping in touch and more.

Preparing for Departure

In-depth tips and guidelines for international students staying in a homestay during their time abroad.