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Homestay for International Students near University of California, San Francisco
About University of California, San Francisco (UCSF)
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a public research university and the only UC campus dedicated entirely to graduate-level study in the health sciences. Located across multiple campuses in San Francisco, including Parnassus and Mission Bay, UCSF offers graduate and professional programs through its schools of Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, Pharmacy, and the Graduate Division. UCSF welcomes international students and supports F-1 and J-1 visa students through its International Students and Scholars Office (ISSO).
Homestay Near UCSF — What's Included
USH offers homestay accommodation for international students attending the University of California, San Francisco. Everything is included in one flat monthly rate — your furnished room, Wi-Fi, utilities, and an English-speaking American host family. No lease to sign. No credit history needed. No furniture to buy. Just arrive and settle in.
Your host family is your first connection to American life. You practice English every day at home — not just in the classroom. You learn how Americans cook, celebrate, and live. Many international students say their host family became some of their closest friends in the US.
Short stays of 4 weeks and longer stays are both available, so your housing near UCSF matches your program length exactly. Airport pickup is available upon request — contact our office for details.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer homestay accommodation for UCSF international students?
Yes. USH offers homestay accommodation for international students attending the University of California, San Francisco, including F-1 and J-1 visa students in graduate and professional health sciences programs.
Is homestay a good option for UCSF graduate students?
Yes. Graduate and professional programs at UCSF are demanding — long hours in labs, clinics, and lecture halls leave little time to manage a San Francisco apartment. Homestay gives you a furnished private room with meals, Wi-Fi, and utilities all included in one flat monthly rate. No lease, no furniture, no credit history needed. Many UCSF students find it the simplest and most supportive housing arrangement available in the city.
Do you accommodate visiting scholars and research students coming to UCSF?
Yes. USH accommodates visiting scholars, research students, and short-term academic visitors at UCSF. Contact our office for availability and rates.
How long can I stay?
Stays start at a minimum of 4 weeks. You can book short-term or for a full academic term or research rotation. There is no long-term lease required.
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