American Homestay
LEI places a strong
emphasis on finding caring, enthusiastic people to host our
students. Homes are carefully selected and each student is
asked to complete a homestay evaluation form so that we can
monitor our Homestay Program on a regular basis. Most of our
homes are within 5 miles of the school. Students are responsible
for their own transportation. They can walk, rent bikes, rent
cars or use public transportation. Students are provided with
an information sheet describing their hosts before arrival.
Every effort is made to accommodate any special requests.
Since summer is our high season and homes are at a premium,
early bookings are recommended.
Included in our
Homestay Program:
- A private bedroom
with access to a restroom and shower/bathtub.
- Two meals a
day (breakfast and dinner).
- Clean linens
and towels for use while at the home.
- Day to day experience
of living with an American family.
Hotel Accommodations
A variety of hotels
are offered as an alternative to our Homestay Program. Various
locations accommodate the many different needs of our students.
Hotels are close to shopping malls, restaurants and movie
theaters. Rates are per room for single or double occupancy.
Students or couples booking together can share rooms.
Hotel rates vary
depending on the season and range from economy to deluxe.
Please see our Accommodation Fee Schedule for exact rates.
It should be noted
that Language Exchange International makes every effort to
secure the lowest rates possible from hotels. However, it
is possible that hotels might sometimes offer special promotions
to the local market which may reflect rates lower than those
offered to us under contract.
Health
Insurance
Health insurance
is required for all students who study at LEI. Students must
provide proof of coverage on their first day of class. Students
without coverage will be required to purchase a policy at
LEI for an additional monthly fee.
