Purpose of the Homestay
All Bridge Students are required to participate in a homestay trip to Orlando, Florida, in order to allow the students to experience American family life and further develop their English-speaking skills. This homestay is meant to be an extension of the experience on the OCSI campus, meaning students will continue to study and do homework. Bridge students will gain valuable experience in what leaving their home country for a time of study is all about.
Host Families
Host families for the Bridge Program homestay are provided and approved by Homestay International, an organization with over 10 year's experience in directing homestay programs. Bridge Programs students will be paired with families who also have young children, providing a great opportunity to experience American family life first-hand.
Orlando, Florida
Orlando is a beautiful city located in central Florida, a state in the U.S. located on the East Coast. It is perhaps best known for being the location of the DisneyWorld theme parks, but it is also located close to Cape Canaveral (home of the Kennedy Space Center), and is host to a professional basketball team, the Orlando Magic.
