Homestay near East Los Angeles College

About East Los Angeles College

East Los Angeles College (ELAC) is a public community college located in Monterey Park, California, in the East Los Angeles area. One of the largest community colleges in California, ELAC serves a highly diverse student population and offers associate degrees, certificates, and transfer programs in a wide range of academic and occupational fields. ELAC has established transfer pathways to prestigious universities including UCLA, UC Berkeley, and USC. International students on F-1 visas are supported by the International Student Program, located on campus in building G1-101. ELAC does not provide on-campus housing for students.

Homestay Near East Los Angeles College — What's Included

USH offers homestay accommodation for international students attending East Los Angeles College. 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 East Los Angeles College 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 ELAC international students?

Yes. USH offers homestay accommodation for international students attending East Los Angeles College, including F-1 students in transfer programs, associate degree programs, and certificate programs.

Is homestay a good option since ELAC has no on-campus housing?

Yes. East Los Angeles College does not provide on-campus housing, so international students are responsible for arranging their own accommodation before arrival. Homestay gives you a furnished private room with meals, Wi-Fi, and utilities all included in one flat monthly rate — no lease, no credit history required, no furniture to buy. For students arriving in the Los Angeles area for the first time, homestay is often the most straightforward way to settle in before your first semester begins.

Do you accommodate study abroad groups coming to ELAC?

Yes. USH accommodates study abroad groups and student delegations attending East Los Angeles College programs. Contact our office for group 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 semester. There is no long-term lease required.