Homestay in Pasadena
Live with a verified American host family while you study in Pasadena. Private room, meal plans, and a hand-selected match — every home visited by USH in person.
Studying in Pasadena
Pasadena is a city in Los Angeles County, California, United States. It is the ninth-largest city in Los Angeles County. The city is known for hosting the annual Rose Bowl football game and Tournament of Roses Parade. Pasadena is home to many scientific and cultural institutions, including the California Institute of Technology (Caltech), the Pasadena Playhouse, the Pacific Asia Museum and more. (Source: Wikipedia)
Pasadena City College ranks in the top five of community colleges in the state that transfer students to local universities, including the CSU and UC system, USC, Art Center College of Design, Caltech, and more.
Homestay programs are ideal for international students who are planning to study in Pasadena. Universal Student Housing (USH) offers affordable homestay services for students who are looking for temporary or long-term housing in Pasadena.
Institutions near Pasadena
USH places students with host families near the schools, colleges, and universities listed below. Click any school for housing information specific to that campus.
Places to visit in Pasadena
Some local spots students love to explore on weekends and between classes.
Norton Simon Museum
Art museum which is known around the world as one of the most remarkable private art collections ever assembled.
Rose Bowl Stadium
A National Historic Landmark built in 1922 and known mainly for the New Year's Tournament of Roses Football Game.
The Pasadena Playhouse
One of the nation's leading regional theaters.
The Pasadena Museum of California Art
The Pasadena Museum of California Art (PMCA) is dedicated to the exhibition of California art, architecture, and design from 1850 to the present.
USC Pacific Asia Museum
Asian art museum located at 46 N. Los Robles Avenue, Pasadena, California, United States.
Gamble House
The Gamble House is an outstanding example of American Arts and Crafts style architecture.
Benefits of a USH Homestay
A homestay in Pasadena gives you more than a room — it gives you a soft landing, a place to practice English, and an American family looking out for you.
Save Money
One of the most affordable types of housing available to international students.
Learn English
Practice every day with an English-speaking host family and experience American culture first-hand.
Have Privacy
Your own room, comfortable bed, study desk, and closet space for all your belongings.
Be Comfortable
Hand-selected, in-person verified hosts who provide a caring, welcoming home during your stay.
Ready to find your Pasadena homestay?
Apply in minutes and our placement team will match you with a verified host family near your school.