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Live and Learn in Philadelphia

For international students, a homestay through Right At Home Homestay is the most affordable and rewarding housing option. The benefits go beyond the safety and convenience of home living to include lasting friendships with Americans. The benefits for English language development and American cultural exposure are excellent. Serious students and scholars benefit from the comfort of home living in an atmosphere well suited for learning.

Apply for Homestay Today!

Learn English

Earn a Degree

Internship or Special Studies

Step 1: Apply before January 1, 2025 to avoid the return to Pre-Covid pricing.

The homestay experience enhances your time spent in Philadelphia, regardless of your educational aims. You’ll hone English skills by speaking English with native speakers outside the classroom. You will gain insight into American culture and its diversity. You’ll have an opportunity to share your culture and make lasting friendships by living in an American home. You’ll come to Philadelphia with an American family ready to help you navigate Philadelphia’s urban culture.

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Pay $195 before January 1, 2025.
The price rises to $315 in the new year.

Step 2: Pay Your Enrollment Fee

Option 1: Pay Online with Zelle »
This is our preferred way to pay. Click or scan below.

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Option 2: Pay with credit card »
Note: With this payment method, there is sometimes a delay in the receipt of payment notice and applicants end up paying multiple times. Please pay once and wait a bit for the payment notice to come through. Of course, we will refund any overpayment, but please wait a bit for the notice of payment receipt to avoid overpaying.

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Do you want built-in practice with native speakers?

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Do you like feeling right at home with caring friends, laughter, and good food?

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Do you want to be surrounded by English so that you learn it faster?

It sounds like Right at Home Homestay is a fit for you!

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Read more about the homestay experience.

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We're happy to connect with you and answer any questions you might have. Fill out our online form with your information and we'll be in touch promptly!

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Ready to apply? Click here to fill out our application form. We’ll let you know if we have availability and if so, how you can reserve a place in our home!