Live with a Mexican Family. Use Financial Aid for Study Abroad. Elsa Hinojosa, MSC 147, Kingsville, TX 78363. This provides you with real-life situations, not only in the language, but in the culture as well. The families are caring hosts, especially screened and chosen to provide excellent attention.
Families are middle and upper middle class by Mexican standard.
Houses may be somewhat smaller and not have all of the amenities you are used to, but some have beautiful gardens and servants. However, the best part is the families. The family provides the student with two meals daily and transportation to and from schools, if not within walking distance. Laundry service is not included. The philosophy of the program is to encourage students to develop their skills through hands on activities and actually living the cultural experience of the subject to be taught.