Homestay near Pierce College - Los Angeles

Homestay for International Students near Pierce College - Los Angeles

About Los Angeles Pierce College

Los Angeles Pierce College is a public community college located in Woodland Hills, California, in the western San Fernando Valley. Part of the Los Angeles Community College District, Pierce College offers associate degrees, certificates, and transfer pathways for students pursuing four-year universities. The college's International Student Services office supports F-1 students throughout their enrollment.

Homestay Near Los Angeles Pierce College — What's Included

Universal Student Housing and HomestayMatch place students with verified American host families in residential neighborhoods throughout the western San Fernando Valley, close to the Los Angeles Pierce College campus in Woodland Hills. The surrounding area includes Woodland Hills, Calabasas, Canoga Park, West Hills, Winnetka, Reseda, and Northridge — well-established residential communities with more affordable housing costs than many other parts of the Los Angeles metropolitan area. Every host home is personally inspected by our staff before placement and must meet our quality standards.

Your homestay includes a private furnished bedroom, meals, and all utilities — everything ready before you arrive. There are no long-term lease requirements, no furniture to buy, and no utility accounts to set up. Your host family lives locally and can orient you to the neighborhood, recommend transit routes including the nearby Metro Orange Line, and help you settle into daily life in Southern California.

F-1 students are welcome. Placements are available for short-term and extended stays, with a four-week minimum.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer homestay for Los Angeles Pierce College students?

Yes. Universal Student Housing and HomestayMatch are both listed as housing resources by the LAPC International Student Services office. Contact us to check availability near the Woodland Hills campus.

Does Pierce College offer on-campus housing?

No. Like most California community colleges, LAPC does not have dormitories or on-campus housing. Students arrange their own accommodations. Homestay is one of the most practical options — it includes a furnished private room, meals, and utilities from day one, with no long-term lease required.

Do you accommodate study abroad groups or partner programs?

Yes. If you are a study abroad coordinator or institutional partner sending students to Pierce College, our group placement team can arrange housing for multiple students at once. Contact our office to discuss your group's timeline and needs.

How long can I stay?

Stays begin at a four-week minimum and can extend for the full duration of your program. Flexible extension options are available.