Homestay near Santa Monica College (SMC)

Homestay for International Students near Santa Monica College (SMC)

About Santa Monica College

Santa Monica College is a public community college located in Santa Monica, California, widely recognized as California's top transfer college to the University of California system, including UCLA, UC Berkeley, and UC San Diego. SMC offers transfer programs, career and technical education, and an Intensive English Program for international students on F-1 visas. The International Education Center (IEC) provides full advising, visa support, and housing resources for international students arriving from around the world.

Homestay Near Santa Monica College — What's Included

USH offers homestay accommodation for international students attending Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica College international students?

Yes. USH offers homestay accommodation for international students attending Santa Monica College, including F-1 students in transfer programs, career and technical education programs, and the Intensive English Program.

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

Yes. Santa Monica College does not provide on-campus student housing, so international students are responsible for arranging their own accommodation. 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 one of the most expensive housing markets in the US, homestay is often the most straightforward way to settle in before your first semester begins.

Is homestay a good option for students in SMC's Intensive English Program?

Yes. Students in SMC's Intensive English Program benefit from living with an American host family — you practice English at home every day, not just in the classroom. Daily conversation at meals and in daily life accelerates language learning in a way that apartment living simply can't match.

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.