HomeStay is a great way for International Students to experience an Australian way of life. They will be fully immersed in the culture and families converse with the students therefore greatly improving their English and many will help with homework.

For students who are coming from other parts of Australia, HomeStay is a way to live and study on the Gold Coast without the problems of looking for rental accommodation, bonds, electricity and other utility bills. HomeStay offers a comfortable home with all facilities - a home away from home close to your place of study.

Sporting groups or people looking to be billeted can be catered for where StudyGoldCoast HomeStay & Accommodation will find families with the same interests and nearby to sporting venues.

Many students have some wonderful stories to tell about the great time they have had with their HomeStay family. The student is treated as a member of the family who offer support and care as they would for their own children.

Host Families will provide either 2 or up to 3 meals a day depending upon the student's requirements and their place of study.

Students are placed with families who are around 15 - 40 minutes bus-ride from their place of study. Over 18 students who are more independent would normally catch the bus although transport can be provided.

The family also can offer advice on things to do and where to go and will help you to find out how to get around.

Students have access to a HomeStay Co-ordinator via a mobile phone or email 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Their HomeStay & Accommodation Co-ordinator will offer assistance with regards to all accommodation issues and where the student actually requires other services, the Co-ordinator will assist the student in making contact with the relevant person or organisation.

The price for HomeStay per week is between $215.00 and $250.00 depending upon the services provided.

For students under 18

These students may be attending a school full-time or may come to Australia with a study or group tour. The price of HomeStay starts at $210.00 for twin-share and can cost up to $250 depending on services provided. Transport can be included. The HomeStay Coordinator is available, 24 hours a day for assistance.