Become a Learn International Host-Family

Irish hospitality is the heart of our green island. Experience hosting a student through Learn International

Ireland

Host-family

University students

Welcome one of our students into your home and give them the Irish welcome we are known for!

We are looking for people who can offer high-quality accommodation and a warm-Irish welcome to host them for a minimum of 1-week and up to a full semester.

Our students all come from America or another English speaking country.
Students are all over the age of 18 and have all needed insurances so their stay in Ireland is safe and secure.
All of our students are currently enrolled in a University and receiving academic credit for their experience in Ireland.
Students are either doing an internship, studying for a semester at a local university or here for a short-term group programme.

It’s people like you that make their experience go from great, to AMAZING. This is a life-changing experience for both you – the host family – and the student in which you care for.

"We found working with Learn International to be a worthwhile venture. Cara and the team handled the organisation easily and efficiently, and dealt with questions or queries promptly and in detail. They match us up well with our intern, who was here for 8 weeks. She was well educated and interesting., and she adapted well to our work and our home life. I feel that we got as much out of the experience as she did."

"This is a great opportunity to share Irish culture with young people who will bring their experience home to their own country. Similarly a great opportunity to learn about the students' life and culture from another country."

English speaking University students over the age of 18
Local support from Learn International team
Dedicated emergency contact line 24/7
Competitive pricing
Monthly or weekly payments to your bank account
Great cultural experience for you and your family
Referral bonuses for recruiting additional families

What's Involved:

Welcoming students into your home and helping them adjust to Irish life
Including your student in family activities and cultural experiences
Single or twin room with ensuite or shared bathroom (depending on type of student)
Breakfast and Dinner (most students) - Monday through Sunday
Agree to Garda vetting and proof of home insurance
Home offers access to public transport or within walking distance to student's academic experience
Yearly home visit by a member of our team

The Irish Homestay Experience
A Student's Perspective

Living with a family is one of the most enjoyable parts of the study abroad experience, as students say it immerses them in Irish life, culture, and customs. And cooking. Katie from Indiana State on her host family experience:

I stayed with three different homestay families each time I stayed in Ireland, and I didn't have a bad experience living with any of them. The family I had for my internship was fantastic. I got close to them and already miss them. They always made sure to include me and encouraged me to make the most of my time here.

family sit around a table smiling for a picture

Katie

On her Irish Homestay Experience

How To Get In Touch

If you want to talk to me about becoming a host-family, please email me today to set up a call. Interested in learning more about the team first? Take a look at our story here.