| Private Room | Breakfast & Dinner | Breakfast | Room Only |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Weeks | $1580 | $1380 | $1250 |
| 12 Weeks | $4740 | $4140 | $3750 |
| 20 Weeks | $7900 | $6900 | $6250 |
| 24 Weeks | $9480 | $8280 | $7500 |
| Shared Room | Breakfast & Dinner | Breakfast | Room Only |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Weeks | $1280 | $1170 | $1100 |
| 12 Weeks | $3840 | $3510 | $3300 |
| 20 Weeks | $6400 | $5850 | $5500 |
| 24 Weeks | $7680 | $7020 | $6600 |
Columbia West College (CWC) is a private English language school located in the Wilshire corridor of Los Angeles, California. Accredited by ACCET and certified by SEVP, CWC specializes in English language instruction for international students, including its flagship English Speaking Success program, intensive ESL courses, and test preparation. The college issues I-20 documents and supports F-1 student visa holders enrolled in full-time programs. Columbia West College does not provide on-campus housing — students arrange their own accommodation in the surrounding Los Angeles area.
USH offers homestay accommodation for international students attending Columbia West College. Everything is included in one flat monthly rate — your furnished private room, Wi-Fi, utilities, and a welcoming English-speaking American host family. No lease to sign. No credit history required. No furniture to buy. Just arrive and settle in.
Living with a host family near Columbia West College means you practice English beyond the classroom — at the dinner table, on errands, and in everyday conversation. For students in the English Speaking Success program, that daily immersion at home is a natural extension of your studies. Your host family is also your first guide to life in Los Angeles, helping you navigate the city, find your way to campus, and feel at home in a new country.
Short stays of 4 weeks and longer stays are both available. Airport pickup is available upon request — contact our office for details.
Yes. USH offers homestay accommodation for international students enrolled at Columbia West College, including students in the English Speaking Success program, intensive ESL courses, and test preparation programs. Contact us to check availability near the Wilshire campus.
No. Columbia West College does not offer on-campus or school-managed housing. Students are responsible for finding their own accommodation in Los Angeles. Homestay is one of the most practical options — it includes a furnished private room, meals, Wi-Fi, and utilities all in one flat monthly rate, with no lease or long-term commitment required.
Yes. Columbia West College's programs are designed to develop real spoken English — and homestay reinforces that every single day. Living with an American host family means you're practicing English at home, not just in class. Students in immersive language programs consistently find that the combination of classroom instruction and a homestay environment accelerates their progress faster than living alone or with other international students.
Stays start at a minimum of 4 weeks and can be extended to match the length of your program. Whether you are enrolled for a single session or planning a longer stay in Los Angeles, flexible options are available with no long-term lease required.