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Host Families
We
offer a great network of local families who are willing to welcome
students into their homes. The following is usually included in
the monthly room and board: breakfast, evening meal, electricity,
basic local phone service, and use of the laundry facilities. Some
families will even provide transportation to and from school for
their student. Students can specify smoking or non-smoking environments
or any other requests. This option is ideal for the younger or international
student accustomed to living at home with their parents. The average
cost is about $350-$400 per month and depends on the services being
supplied.
Requesting a Roommate
The admissions staff will make every effort to introduce the student
to a qualified roommate. Our roommate list is composed of International
Academy students, as well as other qualified persons in the community,
who have expressed an interest in sharing their apartments. We estimate
a $600.00 per month budget for this option. This estimated budget
includes: half the rent, half the phone (excluding long distance),
and food for the month.
Apartments
Some
students are more comfortable living by themselves or relocating
and settling into an apartment first and then requesting a roommate.
We estimate a $1000-$1200 per month budget for this option. This
estimated budget includes: rent, electricity, phone, and food for
the month. Information on various apartment complexes in the area
is available from our staff. An apartment locator service is also
available at no charge to the student.
Hotel
This option is ideal for students enrolling in short term courses,
or as temporary lodging until permanent accommodations can be arranged.
New students stay at a hotel for the first 1 to 3 days. This gives
our admissions representative time to communicate with the student
and evaluate his/her needs. We have secured reasonable rates for
our students with several area hotels. A budget of $100 to $150
for temporary lodging is recommended.
Townhouses
International Academy has at its disposal townhomes located within
two miles of the school campus. These units are three bedroom, 2-½
bath, fully furnished. Three students share each unit. The cost
varies from $450.00 per month to $500.00 per month including utilities
(electric, cable, telephone, and maintenance). Inquire with the
admissions department as to availability.
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