Housing Information
On-Campus Housing
Conveniently located in the center of our beautiful campus, Shoreline’s on-campus Residence Hall welcomes all Shoreline students ages 16 and older.
To better support younger international students, international students under 18 are required to live on campus. If you are under 18 and would like to request an exception to this requirement, please explain your situation on the On-Campus Housing Exception Form.
Features and Benefits:
- Private or shared bedroom options with shared living rooms, bathrooms, and full-sized kitchens
- Fully furnished units (includes bed, desk, dining table, Wi-Fi, utilities, and more)
- Just a 3–5 minute walk from your classes
- Live with 200+ students from many different backgrounds and countries
- Join events and activities where you can make friends and build community
- Safe and secure environment with live-in staff and 24/7 campus security services available
- Convenient bus access to Shoreline, downtown Seattle, Bellevue, the airport, and more
- Free weekly grocery shuttles to local supermarkets
Note: Residence Hall applications usually open about 3 months before the quarter begins.
Off-Campus Homestay
International students often begin their experience in the United States by living in a homestay, which means living with a local, American family. Students usually have a private bedroom and meals may be included. This is a great way to practice your English and experience American living.
Many Shoreline students have used the following homestay agencies:
ABODE
20126 Ballinger Way NE #84
Shoreline, WA 98155
Phone: 206-527-8654
Fax: 206-524- 7780
USA International, Inc.
9614 NE 201st Street
Bothell, WA 98011
Phone: 425-483-5974
Fax: 425-485-1891
Intercultural Homestays & Services
PO Box 27184
Seattle, WA 98615
Phone: 206-367-5332
Fax: 206-367-5320
If you choose homestay, we strongly encourage you to apply for a homestay as soon as possible once you are admitted to Shoreline. All 3 homestay agencies offer a full or partial application fee and deposit refunds to students who show their visa denial letter from a U.S. Embassy or Consulate. Please contact the organizations directly if you have any questions.
Off-Campus Apartments and Rentals
There are many apartments and other rental options near Shoreline College. Students who are 18 or older and want to live off campus are responsible for finding and applying for off-campus housing on their own.