$1125 for 4 weeks of Homestay, placement fee $150

Homestayhost

ILI’s Homestay Program offers our F-1 visa students the opportunity to learn, first-hand, how Americans live and work. Often, the friendships which develop among students and their American host families last a lifetime. Homestay students live in comfortable houses in residential neighborhoods within normal commuting distance from ILI. Each host family has been carefully selected and interviewed by the Homestay Coordinator. All of our Homestay families live close to public transportation. A common commute door-to-door in the DC area can take between 30-75 minutes. If you arrive on the weekend (Saturday or Sunday before 9 pm), your host family may meet you at the airport and take you to their home. Otherwise, please arrange a time to meet your host family at their house. Homestay includes:

  • A private, furnished bedroom
  • Breakfast everyday
  • Dinner five (5) days per week
  • Use of laundry facilities
  • All utilities (electricity, water, cable TV, internet)
  • Linens (bed linens and towels)

Homestay Cost: $1125 per 4 weeks. Food included.

To apply for Homestay, please use our online Homestay Application. This is the preferred and fastest way to submit your information. A printable application is also available on our Forms & Documents page for students who need a paper version. Please remember to be very specific and thorough. Your answers will help us to find the most compatible host family for you. A $150 placement fee and a deposit in the amount of $300 are due with the application. Without the payment of $450, the application cannot be processed. Students are placed on a first come, first serve basis. We encourage students to apply as early as possible and at least two weeks in advance of the expected start date. Last minute applications are only considered if we have vacancies. If we are not able to place the student, a full refund will be given. Proof of U.S. health insurance is required.

Homestay Rules & Policies

  • Homestay is available to eligible ILI F-1 students age 18 or older who are enrolled in the Intensive English Program at ILI’s Washington, DC or Maryland location.
  • The $150 Homestay placement fee is non-refundable once placement services have begun, unless ILI is unable to place the student.
  • Homestay fees and the required deposit must be paid according to ILI’s current payment instructions. ILI accepts its current approved payment methods, including Western Union.
  • Students are responsible for following reasonable household rules established by their host family and for treating the home and household members respectfully.
  • Students should provide complete information about allergies, dietary needs, accessibility needs, medical considerations, or other circumstances that may affect placement so ILI can determine whether an appropriate host placement is available.
  • Students may not request placement based on a host family’s race, religion, ethnicity, or national origin.
  • Students who need to cancel or change a Homestay placement should contact ILI as early as possible. Applicable charges or refunds depend on the timing of the request and services already provided.
  • Airport transportation is not automatically included. Please contact ILI for current airport transfer availability and rates.

Housing through 4stay 4stay

International Language Institute offers students a variety of housing options through our partner 4stay. Participants can easily search online for a fully furnished private or shared room, apartment or entire house including all utilities. Your stay can be short-term, month-to-month, by semester or year. 4stay is like Airbnb for student housing.

Health Insurance

In the United States, students are responsible for their own medical care costs. Because medical care can be expensive, Homestay students are required to maintain appropriate U.S. health insurance during their stay.

Transportation

Most students use public transportation to travel to ILI. In the Washington, DC region, Metro operates Metrorail and Metrobus service throughout Washington and surrounding communities in Maryland and Virginia. Fares and pass options can change, so students should check current information directly with Metro. A rechargeable SmarTrip card can be used for Metro travel.

Questions?

Please contact our Admissions Office at (202) 362-2505 or ili@ilidc.com.