You will be able to meet your host family once they have been matched by Twinn Palms. You and your parents will receive a Host Family Profile that includes information about your host family and pictures so you can see them and what your homestay will look like.

Based on yours and your host families applications, Twinn Palms works hard to match you with the best host family. Your placement will be based on the answers you provide us on your student application.

Yes, your parents will receive a Host Family Profile that tells them all about your host family as well as provide pictures to your parents.

Prices vary depending on when you want to come, where you want to stay, and what you plan on spending during your stay here. We invite you to read more on the student page on our website.

Yes, you can participate in the Explore USA! travel programs during the year with the school and travel with your host family (if they plan any trips), and upon permission. Other travel arrangements would have to be approved and coordinated through your host family, Homestay Coordinator, and parents.

Of course, we provide ESL support programs, tutoring and academic help during the school hours, and you can always ask your host family for help with your school work. We want you to succeed and have a great year.

Yes, you are not a guest, you are considered part of the family. As such, you will be participating in everyday life routines with your host family that include: meals, activities, chores, and a variety of other experiences.

All clothing needed/wanted but your uniform Any school supplies you want above the required ones for school Any meals you eat out with your friends Any activities you decide to participate in outside of family activities All travel expenses related to trips back home to China or any other traveling you do without your host [...]

Three meals every day (excluding lunch during school days, if provided by the school). Snacks. Dinner out with the family. Activities, if it is a family activity. Toiletries (outside of the normal things your host family would pay for, especially if you want something more expensive) All fuel to get to and from activities and [...]

Both your Homestay Coordinator and school support people will help you decide where to attend college. Our Twinn Palms Institute offers four college tour options during the Spring/Summer terms. Please see the College Tours Guide for more information.