Homestay Accommodation for Adults
Live in Madison with a Local, Friendly Host Family
One of the most authentic ways of experiencing American culture is to live with a local homestay host family. You will not just be invited into their home - you will be welcomed into their community and lifestyle. Homestay hosts provide accommodation, most meals, and great conversation. This connection to a local family often creates a special bond and friendships that last a lifetime!
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Most affordable option
Security-screened families
Practice English in a natural environment
Full immersion into American culture
Private room and shared home-cooked meals
Homestay in Wisconsin with an American Host Family
Being able to "live like a local" and experience American life with a local host in the Madison area is one of the biggest perks of studying overseas. You will be able to practice English every day, expanding your vocabulary and picking up on the workings of the language in a relaxed way. You will find both community and cultural immersion with a local homestay host family.
Where will you live?
Our homestay hosts are located across the Madison area, often 5-10 kilometers away from WESLI. Many students take the Madison Metro Bus to and from school; there are with frequent stops on weekdays, nights, and weekends. This public transit is very safe, convenient, and it is very popular among local students and adults for daily commuting. Biking is also a popular way to get around in Madison!
Who will you live with?
Our homestay hosts live in a house or apartment. The American family you stay with may be a couple or an individual, with or without children or pets, living in the many diverse neighborhoods in the Madison area.
Many WESLI homestay hosts have welcomed foreign students for more than 15 years. Relationships between homestay hosts and students can last a lifetime.
How does it work?
Students choosing homestay accommodation should be prepared to interact with their hosts by participating in activities and accepting invitations to community events. You will have opportunities to share in household responsibilities and explore the local area. You can also expect to run through any house rules in the homestay with your host in order to help everyone have a safe and pleasant stay. Rather than thinking of yourself as a guest, you are truly one of the family!
Please note that we often have high demand for homestays; your booking is subject to homestay family availability. If you are interested, don't delay as places go quickly!
How much does it cost?
Homestay pricing is as follows:
- Single Half-Board (Meals Included*) Per Week: $290
- Single Self-Catered (No Meals Included) Per Week: $220
* Most meals are provided (food available for breakfast and packing your own lunches, and about 5 dinners per week).
Staying with a host family includes:
- Private bedroom
- Meals - depending on package chosen
- Shared or private bathroom (depending on homestay placement)
- Free Wifi at home
- Access to all house facilities such as laundry, kitchen, yard, television, etc.
- Support for learning a new city independence, and culture
Inquire for more details!
Contact us to learn more about a family you might stay with and check our availability.
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