Language Institute - English as a Second Language (ESL) | Georgia Tech Professional Education | Atlanta, GA

Housing

The Language Institute can assist students with a variety of housing options.

On-Campus Housing: GT Dormitories

(Typically available from January to July)

Living on campus is an excellent way to practice English. When rooms are available, students will be assigned to the same dormitories as regular Georgia Tech students, so there will be plenty of opportunities to practice English. Georgia Tech requires that a student must be 25 years old or younger in order to live on campus.

 

2018 SUMMER

Housing is available for Language Institute students during the 2018 Summer IEP session. Rooms are available in apartment-style dormitories. All contracts are from May 30 to August 3. The cost per student in an apartment is $2,444. Housing fees include all utilities, HD cable, and high speed Internet with Wi-Fi. Pay with an international credit/debit card by wire transfer using Flywire. If you need to make your payment another way, please contact lihousing@esl.gatech.edu for payment options.

Review our summer IEP housing flyer to learn more.

Learn more about living on-campus.

Description of apartment-style dormitory

Four residents live in a four bedroom, two bathroom, furnished apartment. Each student has a private bedroom and shares a bathroom with one other student. Four students share the kitchen, dining and living area. Bedrooms are furnished with a bed (with extra-long mattress), desk, desk chair, wardrobe and dresser. The furniture in the common area consists of a couch, with end table, a coffee table, and chair as well as a dining table with four chairs.

To reserve your room, please complete the housing request form (coming soon) and return it to lihousing@esl.gatech.edu and make your payment in full. All housing fees are non-refundable and rooms cannot be subleased.

A variety of meal plans are also available. Learn more about voluntary meal plans.

Questions about housing? Email us.

Off-Campus Housing

Off-campus housing is available year-round. Students can choose from a variety of different housing types, locations, and prices. When considering off-campus options, students should keep the following information in mind:

  • Off-campus student apartments function like a private dormitory and have easy access to Georgia Tech campus. Students will be responsible for paying the rent for their bedroom only. These apartments are always furnished and include utilities. Students will have a private bedroom but may share a bathroom, kitchen, and common area with 1-3 roommates depending on the property and available apartment.
  • Off-campus traditional apartments are located throughout the city. The communities closest to Georgia Tech are Midtown and Buckhead. Traditional apartments are almost always unfurnished and the student will be responsible for paying the rent for the entire apartment as well as all utilities.
  • Homestays provides students an opportunity to live with an American family in a private home. Students will almost always have a private bedroom but may share a bathroom with other members of the house. Based on the homestay option you choose, your family may also provide meals and transportation for the student.
  • The off-campus residence functions similarly to a hostel but it is exclusively for international visitors to Atlanta. Students may select a private room or share a room depending on your preferences and availability. Bathrooms may also be private or shared. There will also be a shared kitchen and common space available to residents.

Some options for these types of residences are outlined in the chart below.

Housing Name Type of Housing Location Bedrooms Lease Term Amenities Transportation to GTLI Average Monthly Price
100 Midtown Off-campus student apartments Midtown 2 or 4 12 months Furnished, rent includes all utilities 6-7 blocks walking $900-$1,100*
Biltmore Midtown Apartments Off-campus traditional apartments Midtown Studio, 1, or 2 6-12 months Unfurnished, rent does not include utilities 4-5 blocks walking $1,300-$2,500*
M Street Apartments Off-campus traditional apartments West Midtown Studio, 1, 2, or 3 3-12 Months Unfurnished, rent does not include utilities 3-4 blocks walk to GT bus stop $1,200-$2,400*
Mark's Homestay Homestay Various 1 Various Live with an American family, some meals provided depending on package chosen Public transportation (MARTA) $700-$1,000
The Flats @ Atlantic Station Off-campus student apartments Atlantic Station 2 or 4 12 months Furnished, private bathrooms, rent includes all utilities 2-3 blocks walk to GT bus stop $900-$990
Villa International Off-campus residence Emory University Area Private or shared various Community kitchen, complimentary laundry facilities, free Wi-Fi GT/Emory Shuttle $435-$1,230
Westmar Lofts Off-campus student apartments West Midtown 2, 3, or 4 3-12 months Furnished, private bathrooms, rent includes all utilities, luxury units available for additional price Free shuttle to GT campus available $785-$980*

* Leases shorter than 12 months may incur an additional monthly fee.

The information in the chart above is provided for your convenience. Neither Georgia Tech nor the Language Institute is able to recommend or directly promote any of these options. Housing contracts are binding legal documents and are usually one year in length.

 

Questions about housing? Email us.

Additional Information

Internet sites to assist you in your housing search:

 

Neighborhood Guides

Georgia Tech is located between the Downtown, Midtown, and Home Park neighborhoods.

Neighborhood Guides: A Guide to Nearby Neighborhoods

 

Apartments

Some things to think about when considering renting an apartment:

  • Parking is often an extra fee.
  • A co-signer or guarantor is sometimes necessary for international students.

 

Communicating with Your Roommate

Here are some tips for communicating with your roommate and resolving issues.

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151 6th St NW
Atlanta, GA 30332-0374
Phone: 404-894-2425
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