Students are provided three full meals a day and are made to feel a part of the family. In most cases CMI recommends living with a Mexican family because, in addition to being more economical than staying in a hotel, it provides a unique opportunity to participate in the intimate daily activities and culture of Mexico and provides a vibrant language laboratory which can not be equaled. All of the families either live within walking distance or are quick bus ride away from campus. All homes are screened by the Housing Coordinator and evaluated by the students who reside there. Adjustments can be, and frequently are, made after arrival.
Most students choose double occupancy housing.
Lifelong friendships are made in this way, as precious experiences are shared with the roommate in a new and exciting environment. Only under very unusual circumstances are more than two American students assigned to a home. Students can choose to live alone with their host family in single occupancy housing. The advantage of single occupancy housing is obvious in that the student must rely on growing language skills to communicate with the host family. Please note that the meals are included in the homestay fee.