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 3 meals a day and packed lunches depending upon the student's requirements.

Students are placed with families who are around 15 - 30 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 $170.00 and $205.00 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 $160.00 for twin-share and can cost up to $215 depending on services provided. Transport is usually included. The HomeStay Coordinator is always available, 24 hours a day for assistance.

Room Only in a private residence or guest house

For more independent students, a further option is offered of Room Only where accommodation only is provided. The student provides their own meals and transport is not included. This often suits students who wish to be a little more independent while still staying in the safe environment of a family home with a family.
The price of this accommodation varies according to the facilities offered however it is generally around $100 per week (usually includes electricity).

Student Accommodation

StudyGoldCoast HomeStay and Accommodation Centre can also arrange accommodation in purpose built Student Accommodation. This is close by major universities, colleges and schools. It is also handy to supermarkets, bakeries, take-away food, shops and bars.

A shuttle bus service is operated for further convenience to the students place of study.

Complexes with several different units each having 3 single bedrooms area available. Each bedrom has its own ensuite with shower, toilet, etc. The rooms have large single beds, wardrobe, desk, chair and book shelves. There is a separate telephone line to each bedroom and another in the lounge. Telephone connections are tenants responsibility. The common kitchen, dining and lounge rooms have dining and lounge suites, TV & DVD, etc. The kitchen has an oven, cook top, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, all cooking equipment, crockery and cutlery. Ceiling fans are in all rooms.

Accommodation for the Disabled. There are units which have been specially designed for the disabled with wheel chair access. There is a lift and wheel chair access to most areas.

The complexes offer student recreation room, a swimming pool, BBQ and outdoor areas for students to relax. Under cover car parking and bicycle storage is available. Washing machines and coin operated dryers are in common laundries.

Each bedroom is rented separately for approximately:

1 year (51 weeks) at $141.00 per person per week including electricity.

1 Semester (22 weeks) at $151.00 per person per week including electricity

Short course (12 weeks). $1950 payable in advance.

Before arrival a deposit of 4 weeks rent is required, plus 4 weeks rent in advance.

Rent is to be paid on site at the office every 2 or 4 weeks.