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Expectations for Students

We believe your choice of accommodation is important to your success in Canada.  Students who choose Homestay or Roomstay must complete an application form and must commit to a full term in Homestay.  Before arrival at CultureWorks, the following amounts must be paid: one-month tuition deposit ($1,375.00 CAD), payment of the Homestay/Roomstay placement fee ($225.00 CAD), full payment of 12 weeks of Homestay fees ($2,520.00 CAD) or full payment of 12 weeks of Roomstay fees ($1,530.00 CAD) and your complete arrival information. 

Should you decide to move out before the term is over, you will not receive a refund. At the end of the term, you can stay with your current Homestay family for another term, ask to be moved to a different Homestay family or you can decide to move out on your own. If you choose to stay in your Homestay or move to a different Homestay, you again must commit to and pre-pay CultureWorks for one full term of Homestay prior to the end of each term.

1. Homestay/Roomstay placements are dealt with on a first-come first-serve basis, so it is suggested that you apply for Homestay/Roomstay at the same time that you apply for the CultureWorks program.
2. Our Homestay families are chosen based on a written application and a lengthy interview process.  We select people who are excited about welcoming you as a member of their family.
3. Some of our Homestay/Roomstay families are close to the school and some are not.  We believe the quality of the family is more important than the distance to the school. CultureWorks will not change your Homestay because of the distance from the school.
4. You can choose Homestay or Roomstay. Homestay costs $28.00 per day and will include all meals. Roomstay costs $17.00 per day and no food is provided.
5. In Homestay, it is expected that you will assist the family in preparing your breakfast and lunch. In both Homestay and Roomstay, you may also be expected to assist the family with daily chores, especially keeping your own bedroom clean.
6. Many of Homestay families in Canada have bedrooms in the basement.  It is possible that your Homestay may have a bedroom in the basement for you.  If you cannot accept a basement bedroom, CultureWorks may not be able to arrange a Homestay.