ABC HOUSING OPTIONS
Structured housing for international students across the U.S.
ABC Education Group operates two accommodation programs, both managed directly by our team and supported from day one of placement through the end of each student's stay.
Two programs. One standard of quality.
Students are placed in the program that best fits their school, duration, and individual needs. Both options are reviewed and coordinated by our team.
Host Family Homestay
Placement with a vetted local family near the student's school
The Homestay Program places international students with pre-screened, approved families in the U.S. Each placement is individually reviewed to match the student's profile, school location, and specific needs. The program covers long-term academic placements as well as short-term stays during school breaks, transitions, and urgent situations.
- Every host family individually vetted and approved by ABC
- Placements reviewed case-by-case with no automated matching
- Covers academic year, semester, and short-term holiday stays
- Emergency and last-minute placement capacity available
- Transportation included within proximity of pickup location
- Full coordination between ABC, school, host family, and agent
ABC Residential House Program
ABC-owned properties located minutes from partner schools
The Residential House Program offers students a structured, all-inclusive living environment in properties owned and operated directly by ABC Education Group. Houses are located within close proximity to partner schools. Transportation, weekly meals, and city excursions are all included. Once a student is accepted, placement is confirmed immediately with no host family wait times.
- ABC-owned and managed properties with no third-party landlords
- Daily transportation to and from school included
- Weekly meals and big-city excursions included
- No host family wait times after student acceptance
- High-speed Wi-Fi, central A/C and heating, modern facilities
- Separate houses for male and female students at select locations
Placement with families. Managed by ABC.
ABC Education Group manages every step of the Homestay Program: sourcing and vetting host families, coordinating placements, handling communication, and providing ongoing support for the student, host family, school, and agent partner.
Placements are available for the full academic year, by semester, or for short-term periods including school break coverage, holiday closures, academic transitions, and urgent housing needs.
Vetting Process
All host families are assessed for safety, suitability, and compatibility with student profiles before any placement is made.
Individual Placement Review
Each request is evaluated case by case. Student profile, school location, language level, and personal circumstances are all considered.
Short-Term and Emergency Capacity
The program covers school break periods, holiday closures, and urgent situations where students need immediate housing outside campus facilities.
Ongoing Support
ABC maintains active communication throughout each placement. Schools, agents, and families have a direct point of contact at all times.
What the Homestay Program covers
For full program details, visit our dedicated Homestay page →
ABC-owned. All-inclusive. No wait times.
The Residential House Program operates properties owned directly by ABC Education Group. Each house is maintained to a consistent standard and located within close proximity to partner schools. Students have access to all included amenities from the day they arrive.
Transportation, weekly meals, and city excursions are built into the placement, removing logistical uncertainty for students, families, and school partners.
Direct Ownership
All properties owned and operated by ABC with no third-party landlords or variable quality.
All-Inclusive
Transportation, meals, and excursions included with no additional coordination required.
Immediate Confirmation
Once a student is accepted, placement is confirmed and they can book travel right away.
School Proximity
All houses are within minutes of ABC partner schools in residential neighborhoods.
Standard inclusions at all locations
Residential houses by partner school
Each property is selected for its proximity to a specific partner school. Below are our current active locations across the United States.
Bethlehem Catholic High School
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Two ABC-owned properties serve students at Bethlehem Catholic, one for female students and one for male students, both within walking or short driving distance of campus and downtown Bethlehem.
Scecina Memorial High School
Indianapolis, Indiana
ABC-owned property at 1414 N Dearborn Street, 5 minutes by car or a 20-minute walk from Scecina Memorial High School, in a safe and quiet neighborhood close to parks, shops, and cafés.
Calvary Day School
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Single-story ranch-style home on a 2.26-acre lot in a peaceful Winston-Salem neighborhood, offering significant private outdoor space and located just 4 to 5 minutes from Calvary Day School.
St. Joseph Catholic School
Bryan, Texas
ABC-owned property 13 minutes from St. Joseph Catholic School in Bryan, Texas, and 6.5 miles from Downtown Bryan, providing access to city amenities within a comfortable residential setting.
Side-by-side overview
A direct comparison to help schools, agents, and families identify the right fit for each student.
| Feature | Host Family Homestay | ABC Residential Houses |
|---|---|---|
| Managed by ABC Education Group | ✔ | ✔ |
| Vetted and approved accommodation | ✔ | ✔ |
| Dedicated ABC support throughout stay | ✔ | ✔ |
| Suitable for academic year placements | ✔ | ✔ |
| Transportation included | Within proximity | ✔ Daily |
| Meals included | Varies by family | ✔ Weekly |
| City excursions included | Not included | ✔ |
| Short-term and holiday stay coverage | ✔ | Not available |
| Emergency and last-minute placements | ✔ | Not available |
| No host family wait times | Wait times apply | ✔ |
| ABC-owned property | Host family home | ✔ |
| Peer community living environment | Family setting | ✔ |
| Cultural immersion with local family | ✔ | Peer environment |
Questions about placement?
We're here to help.
Contact our housing team to confirm availability, discuss placement requirements, or get information on either program.