Homestay Testimonials

It is a joy to see lifelong memories and friendships develop between our international students and their host families. Explore some StudentRoomStay stories below and see if you'd like to join our host family network!

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Fun on the Central Coast

lena and sarah from south korea on the beach-2

It has been so awesome to watch Lena and Sarah explore California and soak it all in. They really do become like part of your family. Hosting is a challenging and rewarding experience. You don't just learn about a new culture, you learn a lot about yourself."

Chip A.
Host Dad in San Luis Obispo, CA

Two Peas in a Pod

host mom, june, with her international student at a football game

host mom with international student all dressed up for the holidays

June and Archana taking a holiday selfie

"We love to share life events together. Where I go, Archana goes. We are two peas in a pod. What a blessing this program has given to my heart 💜💯"

June
Host Mom from Charlotte, NC

Good Food and Great Friendships

James and Kennedy enjoying some ice cream in the USA

international students James from China and Kennedy from Nigeria

"Because Changyu (James) is a photographer aficionado, we enjoy seeing all the pictures he is taking. He is also taking pictures of the school's football team. It is nice that he and Kennedy, our other international student, are doing things together, like getting ice cream after dinner, or just sitting in the front yard with our dog enjoying the outside."

Darlene R.
Host Mom from San Juan Capistrano, CA

A Trip to the Big Apple

international students in front of the new york times

"On Friday, we were talking about dreams and never giving up, when one of the girls said, 'I already wanted to go to NYC.' After checking the weather and bus/hotel availability, I told them, 'you better prepare a bag for a weekend because we are going to NYC tomorrow.' That is what happiness looks like."

Rosy G.
Host Mom from Alexandria, VA

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All Smiles in California

international student Elisa enjoying her time abroad with some ice cream

Elisa from Austria on the cheerleading squad

"Elisa (international student from Austria) has been doing great in school and is adjusting well. She has enjoyed Mexican, italian and American food. She always seems to have a great attitude. We very much enjoy Elisa!"

Lisa F.
Host Mom from Irvine, CA

Memories to Last a Lifetime

Andranik celebrating the holidays, smiling with the family dogs

Andranik with his host family at a restaurant

Andranik and his host siblings dressed up in New Years Eve glasses

Andranik smiling with his host mom and siblings

"We had a wonderful holiday season with our student Andranik. Teaching him some of our traditions and him sharing with us some of his. It was a very special time for us."