housing & accommodations
short-term | homestay | roommates | apartments | dorms


 

Although Fullerton College does not guarantee housing to international students, the International Student Center can provide a variety of resources to students looking for short-term and long-term accommodations, as well as roommates, apartments, homestay, and dorms.

NEW!  Need help finding local apartments or roommate?
The International Friendship Council of North Orange County has American volunteers in the Fullerton community who can help. They are willing to drive you around the area to meet with potential roommates or apartment managers.
Contact Don & Jane Trail at dttrail@hotmail.com.

Short-term Accommodations
When you first arrive in Fullerton, it may take you a few days to a week to find a roommate or apartment. Homestay can be coordinated before you arrive. The following are affordable short-term accommodations:

• NEW! International Friendship Council of North Orange County can provide students with a 3-Day Welcome with an American Family. Families will meet new students at the Marriott Hotel in Fullerton and host you for 2-3 nights while you look for permanent housing.
  
  If you are interested, complete the 3-Day Welcome Application and fax or scan/email to the ISC. Space is limited, so apply now!
   

• Hostelling International: Fullerton
  Located within walking distance from Fullerton College, this hostel is in an optimal location. It is open June 1 through September 30.
  
  1700 North Harbor Boulevard
  Fullerton, CA. 92835
  Phone: 714-738-3721
  Fax: 714-738-0925
  E-mail: hifull@aol.com
  Hours: 7:30am - 11:30pm
  ($17 member, $20 non-member, $8.50 children)

Long-term Accommodations
Fullerton College international students experience a variety of housing accommodations. For those who do not live with family, many will select homestay and live with an American family during their first semester.

Once they feel comfortable in Fullerton and make friends, students often move into apartments with other students. To save money, most students will share a bedroom with a roommate. For example, 4 students will live in a 2-bedroom apartment. Other students prefer the college experience of a dorm.

You can find homestay, apartment, and roommate information in the International Student Center on our Housing Resources Board and Binder. 


Homestay
One of the best ways to improve your English and learn about American customs is to stay with an American family while studying here in the US.

Fullerton College works in partnership with two homestay programs that you can choose from: Homestay Services International (HSI) and International Student Placements (ISP). Each program offers great services so be sure to review their applications and decide which program and its associated costs works best for you. Select one of the options below: 

1) Download the Homestay Services International (HSI) information and application form here: Word PDF                                                                   

***Once you have completed the HSI form, please fax or mail the bottom portion to the Fullerton College ISC  and we will forward it to Homestay Services International. For questions, email homestay@homestayservices.com

2) Click here to download the International Student Placements (ISP) information and application form or apply online


Roommates
If you are looking for roommates or would like roommates to find you, you can post it on the following search engine:

• Craigslist.org. A search engine where you can search for rooms or apartments for rent postings.  Students can search for and communicate directly about becoming roommates.
  Go to http://orangecounty.craigslist.org/hhh/.  

• Roommates.com is another great search engine to find roommates in the Fullerton area

• You can also fill out a Roommate Inquiry Form at the ISC office and/or search through completed forms which can be found on the Housing Resources Board. 

Apartments
There are many apartments that serve the large student population in Fullerton, and many managers are familiar with renting to international students. Find nearby apartments.

The ISC office has also compiled a list of local housing options which can be accessed here. 

Dorms                                                                                                   The city of Fullerton is home to many institutions of higher education and has several housing options for students. Although Fullerton College does not have on-campus housing, FC students interested in living in a student dormitory may contact the following:

California State Fullerton University Village
Hope International University

(Click here for to download the Hope International University Resident Hall Application PDF form)
 

last updated 03/04/2008