Homestay in San Diego
Live with a verified American host family while you study in San Diego. Private room, meal plans, and a hand-selected match — every home visited by USH in person.
Studying in San Diego
San Diego is a major city in California. San Diego is the eighth largest city in the United States and second largest in California, and is one of the fastest growing cities in the nation. Public colleges and universities in the city include San Diego State University (SDSU), University of California San Diego (UCSD), and the San Diego Community College District, which includes San Diego City College, San Diego Mesa College, and San Diego Miramar College. (Source: Wikipedia)
SDSU is the oldest and largest university in San Diego. UC San Diego is one of the top-ranked public research universities in the nation and has welcomed thousands of international students.
Homestay programs are ideal for international students who are planning to study in San Diego. Universal Student Housing (USH) offers affordable homestay services for students who are looking for temporary or long-term housing in San Diego.
Institutions near San Diego
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 San Diego
Some local spots students love to explore on weekends and between classes.
Balboa Park
The nation's largest urban cultural park. Home to 15 major museums, renowned performing arts venues, beautiful gardens and the San Diego Zoo.
San Diego Zoo
The 100-acre (40-hectare) Zoo is home to over 3,700 rare and endangered animals representing more than 650 species and subspecies, and a prominent botanical collection with more than 700,000 exotic plants.
San Diego Zoo Safari Park
The Safari Park is an expansive wildlife sanctuary that is home to more than 2,600 animals representing more than 300 species.
Birch Aquarium
Birch Aquarium at Scripps is the public exploration center for the world-renowned Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego.
USS Midway Museum
Create a once-in-a-lifetime memory exploring the USS Midway, the longest-serving U.S. Navy aircraft carrier of the 20th century. (Courtesy: The San Diego Tourism Authority)
SeaWorld San Diego
Spread out over more than 189 acres on beautiful Mission Bay Park, SeaWorld is known for spectacular animal shows, interactive attractions, aquariums, rides and dining facilities.
La Jolla Cove
San Diego's most desirable spot for kayaking, snorkeling and diving.
Seaport Village
With waterfront dining, unique shopping and entertainment galore, Seaport Village is a San Diego downtown destination for locals and visitors looking to spend a day enjoying some of San Diego's best views and entertainment.
Benefits of a USH Homestay
A homestay in San Diego 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 San Diego homestay?
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