It
should come as no surprise then that more and more universities are
capitalising on homestays as an alternative accommodation option for incoming
international students. One such institution is Canada’s Georgian College whose homestay program entails
local families taking in an international student to stay with them.
Empty
nesters Tom and Maureen Staples are one of the couples on this program. With
six out of seven children grown up and moved away, it was the obvious choice to
welcome international students into their home.
The
perks of living with a Canadian family as an international student are many and
varied. In addition to having a family to go home to, international students
also get to experience local culture as well as see their English improve tremendously.
Downsides do exist, such as the clash of cultures or that awkward feeling you
get when you just met someone.
Yet, homestays
can still be the better option compared to traditional student halls for the
first-year international student.
International
student Nu Nu at Trinity College in Australia said it’s a great choice for
those looking for cheap and short-term accommodation, as “other options
are expensive and they require students to stay for at least six
months”.Furthermore, some homestays come with all three daily meals provided
for seven
days a week and
on public transport routes close to the college or university. What’s not to
love?
For more details on study abroad options, visit
Study and Settle Abroad
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