Cost of Living

Per 7 week cycle estimates are based upon students’ experiences.

• Health Insurance: Plans starting from $50 (I-20 students are required to have health coverage while studying in the US)
• Rent $750
• Food $500
• Personal Expenses $250
• Total  Expenses $1,550.00
  

Housing

At BEI, students arrange their own living accommodations.  Many students choose to live with a homestay or in an apartment.  The prices below are set by the homestay organizer and leasing companies.

Homestay

When studying or traveling, sometimes the most affordable and rewarding experiences can be found when you stay in a homestay. A homestay allows you to stay with a family in your host country and can allow you to learn the countries language much quicker and experience what “real life” is like in your host country.

• Homestay Houston homestayhouston.com
• 713-772-1732
• Contact: Ms. Barbara Land homestayhouston@yahoo.com
• Rates:
  • $200 Application Fee
  • $575/month: Private Room Fee (no meals)
  • $750/month: Private Room Fee (includes 12 meals/week)

*prices are subject to change

Apartment Rentals

Many apartments are located near campus or near city bus routes. Apartment housing is best arranged after your arrival in Houston, but you can begin your search by browsing the electronic classified ads for rooms and apartments in the Houston area.