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Become a host
Open your home. Change a life.
Welcome students from around the world into your home and share your community with them. SRS makes it safe, simple, and rewarding.
How hosting works
1
Apply Online
Fill out a quick form and tell us about your home.
2
Get Verified & Trained
Complete our short training, StayPrep that prepares you to host.
3
Welcome Your Student
You’ll be matched with a student and supported by SRS.
Become a host
Why hosts choose SRS
Global impact
Help students feel at home as they experience life in a new country.
Cultural exchange
Discover new perspectives, traditions, and friendships that last a lifetime.
Monthly income
Get paid monthly for hosting, with clear payments and ongoing support.
Host with confidence
StayPrep gives you the knowledge and tools to welcome with ease and create a positive experience for everyone. You'll learn:
Cultural communication & empathy
Hosting best practices
Safety & support procedures
Cross-cultural understanding
Life inside the experience
We had an amazing experience hosting 2 students from Japan! It was great to see them both come out of their shell as they accustomed to life in America and became more confident in their English skills. It was a great time getting to not only teach them about our culture but also learn about their customs and traditions in Japan.
Lily N.
Host
As a retired couple, we've found an unexpected joy in opening our home to students. It's not just about providing a home away from home for the students, but also about the enriching experience we gain in return. We're learning about other cultures, traditions, and their perspective on life, which has added a vibrant layer to our golden years. It's like we've become a family away from his family, sharing meals, stories, sightseeing and laughter.
Erica G.
Host
We had an amazing experience hosting 2 students from Japan! It was great to see them both come out of their shell as they accustomed to life in America and became more confident in their English skills. It was a great time getting to not only teach them about our culture but also learn about their customs and traditions in Japan.
Agnes M.
Host
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