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Map of Schools located in USA that partner with GSC
There are schools in Virginia, Florida, All of New England, New York, New Jersey,
Michigan, Oregon and California.
Up close view of some schools on the East of USA
Lee Academy - Lee, Maine
Lee Academy At A Glance
268 students
Co-ed
29 teachers
Teacher student ratio: 1:10
13 AP courses offered
Grades offered 9-12
TOEFL Lee Academy is a fully accredited TOEFL exam site, one of only eight in the entire State of Maine. The TOEFL test gives students more choices about where they can study, and is accepted by more institutions than any other English-language test in the world — including top colleges and universities worldwide.
Lee Academy welcomes students from other countries for study in academic and Intensive English programs. Lee Academy is committed to fostering international awareness and understanding and to encourage the sharing of ideas and cultures.
Student body
As of September 2008, Lee Academy had 86 international
students, including 33 from China. Lee Academy serves
local day students from twenty-three towns and Native
American communities within Eastern Maine, and boarding
students from across Maine, the United States and world.
Our boarders over the last five years have come from
sixteen states, seven Asian countries, five Central
American/Caribbean countries, ten European countries,
Australia, Israel and Canada.
Overseas expansion
In 2008, Lee Academy signed an agreement with officials in the People's
Republic of China to establish the first American-style high school in China.
The agreement called for schools to be established in
Shenzhen, Shijiazhuang and Chengdu.
In September 2009, the Shenzhen American International School, a satellite
school of Lee Academy, opened in Shenzhen, China. It had a principal from
Orono, Maine and five teachers.[3]
Lee Academy At A Glance
Tuition, Room and Board, Miscellaneous Fees
7 day boarder $28,000
International student medical insurance $600
Housing fee $250
Activity fee $750
Tuition Insurance $800
Student Personal Account $1,000 minimum
Enrollment deposit: $3,000 ($2,000 non refundable, deducted
from account balance, $1,000 to fund student personal account)
Please complete the Application and Questionnaire forms to
begin the Application Process
Recommendiations from: Principal/Headmaster/Counselor
Recommendation, English Teacher Recommendation, Math
Teacher Recommendation
Lee Academy - FEES
What other international students have to say!
"Lee Academy is a wonderful school thanks to the healthy, friendly atmosphere. You are close to the outdoor environment and it is quiet, which allows me to truly focus on my studies. I also appreciate the diversity among the students, and the support we receive from the entire local community."Vu Phan '09 Vietnam
"All of the teachers, as well as the students, are very kind to me, and I have made friends so easily. There are many different countries and cultures represented, but everyone is very friendly. It's just like a family!"John Zhou '10 China
Lee Academy
Fryeburg Academy – Fryeburg, ME
Fryeburg Academy at a Glance
School Focus College Preparatory
Grades Offered 9-12, PG
School Type Co-ed
Year Founded 1792
Campus Size 35 acres
Enrollment 657 students
Percent Students of Color 10%
Percent International Students 13%
Percent Students Boarding 20%
Average SAT Score 1650
SAT range (25th-75th percentile) 1210 - 2025
Offers Post-Grad Year Yes
Average Class Size 15
Dress casual
Tuition $41,100
Do you need to interview? Yes, can be per skype
Do I need recommendations? yes, guidance counselor, math and english teachers
Transcipts? Yes
Test requirements? No
Fryeburg Academy at a Glance
•Teacher : Student Ratio 1:10
•# of AP/Advanced Courses Offered 14
•ESL Courses Offered Yes
•% Faculty with Advanced Degree 40%
•Summer Program Offered No
•Application Deadline Feb. 1 / rolling
•Accepts Standardized Application Yes
•SSAT Required No
•Acceptance Rate 83%
•College Acceptance Rate 99%
Fryeburg Academy
South China, Maine
Erskine Academy
Erskine Academy At A GlanceErskine Academy At A Glance
•Grades: 9-12
•Founded in 1883
•Total Students: 737
•Student Body Type: Co-ed
•Total Classroom Teachers: 48
•Teacher: Student Ratio – 1:15
•Dress code: casual
•Currently Erskine Academy AP offerings include: Calculus; Statistics; English
Literature; English Language; Spanish; U.S. History; Studio Art; Biology;
Chemistry; Physics; and Psychology.
•Homestay program (generally accepts 7-8 international students annual)
International Tuition and Fees
•Tuition: $30,000
This fee includes tuition, book rental, activity fee, basic school-day
infirmary services, transportation to and from school, and access to
regular school activities.
•Boarding: $5,000
This fee includes housing in Erskine Academy's homestay setting, and
three meals daily.
•Enrollment Deposit: $3,000
International student enrollment is classified as accepted and reserved
upon the receipt of a signed contract and full payment of the non-refundable
enrollment deposit. The enrollment deposit is credited to the first trimester's
tutition bill. Enrollment deposits are due two weeks following notification of
acceptance.
•Emergency Resource Fund/Security Deposit: $1,500
This reimbursable fee covers costs not associated with tuition
•ESL/Academic Services: $2,500
These services are not mandatory but may be required or recommended for
students whose native language is not English and could benefit academically from English language services.
Erskine Academy Tuition and Fees
Admissions Requirements
• Admission to Erskine Academy is based upon the candidate's school record, application essay, teacher and counselor recommendations, and standardized testing scores on the SLEP and the SSAT. A $50 processing fee is required at the time of the application. A campus visit and interview are highly recommended for all applicants although Skype interviews can be arranged for candidates who are unable to visit in person. Please call the Admissions Office at 207-445-2962 to arrange a campus tour and personal interview.
Application Deadline
• Admission to Erskine Academy is ongoing throughout the school year; however, due to the size and selectivity of the boarding program, students are encouraged to apply early. Students interested in early decision acceptance must submit their materials by December 15th. All other students are encouraged to apply by March 1st. An admission decision will be made within two weeks of a file's completion.
Erskine Academy Admissions
Dover, NH
St. Thomas Aquinas High School At A Glance
9-12 Catholic High
School
• 660 students
• Teacher Student Ratio 1:16
• 19 Honors Courses
• 3 Languages
• 11 AP courses
• College Acceptance Rate 94%
• Co-ed
• Founded in 1960
• SAT mean score: 567
• Tuition $11,004
• Application deadline: rolling
St Thomas Aquanis High School
Catherine McAuley High School – Portland, Maine
ABOUT CATHERINE MCAULEY
Welcome to Catherine McAuley High School, Maine’s only college preparatory
private high school for young women. McAuley attracts students from more than 50
communities. Today, 200 girls come to Portland seeking the same rigorous
preparation for college as the 5,705 alumnae who have passed through Catherine
McAuley’s halls for many years.
Catholic college preparatory school for girls Founded: 1969 Grades 9-12 200 students 13 students per class 12-acre campus
Catherine McAuley High School At A Glance
• 25 teachers• Teacher student ratio – 1:6• Dress code: • (McAuley polo shirt and plaid skirt)
• Admission deadline: rolling• Tuition is $16,149• Rolling admissions process• With Advanced Placement classes in English, Calculus, Biology,
U.S. History, and American Government. 8 AP COURSES
Admissions process: Student needs to take a cooperative placement exam. Student needs to have an interview with the headmaster.
Mount Zion Christian Schools At A Glance
• Grades kind – 12th
• Exciting Curriculum & Technology
• A Biblical perspective in subject areas
• Sports, Missions & Activities
– 8 Sports Teams, Drama, Theater,
– Ministry, Mission Trips
• College Guidance
• Founded in 2004
• 136 students
• 15 classroom teachers
• Average class size is 13
• 1 AP course
• Average SAT score 550
• Dress code: casual, collared shirts, no jeans
• Teacher student ratio – 1:10
• Rolling admission
• Tuition is $7,275 including application processing fee
Located in Bangor, Maine
Founded in 1928
Grades 9-12
100% College-Preparatory
Coeducational
Nonsectarian
440 students
39 faculty
SAT 1800
Day and 5- and 7-Day Boarding
Homestay Program
16 AP courses
70% of students take AP courses
Average 6 National Merit Scholars
and Commended Scholars a year
3 experienced personal and
college counselors
Safe small-city location
10 minutes from Bangor International
Airport
Residence halls in the Broadway
Historic District
ESL program for international students
Student teach ratio: 1:11
Chinese Students: 15 (approx)
International Students: 25 (approx)
At A Glance
Cost: $37,950
The above fees include tuition, room and board, English language support (ESL), activity fee, book and testing fee, sports participation fee, health insurance, transportation to and from Bangor International Airport, and routine transportation for weekend activities. Students will be responsible for personal expenses, AP Exam fees, and school trips on weekends and during vacations.
A completed application, with a priority
deadline of March 1, includes the following:
Applicant and family information
Applicant interests and personal statement
Parent statement
School report including transcript
and current grades
Current standardized test score
SSAT, TOEFL, IELTS, or SLEP score
for applicants for whom English
is not the first language
English teacher recommendation
Application fee for international boarding
Admissions Process
1. Biology
2. Calculus
3. Chemistry
4. Comparative Government
5. Computer Science
6. English Language
7. English Literature
8. European History
9. French
10. Human Geography
11. Latin
12. Physics
13. Spanish
14. Statistics
15. Studio Art
16. United States History
AP Courses Offered
Location: Auburn, Maine
St. Dominic Regional High School At A Glance
St. Dom’s value-based character education programs
Academically challenging college preparatory, honors, advanced placement and virtual high school programming
Personal attention provided by a talented and distinguished faculty
95% college placement rate
Outstanding levels of student involvement
K-12 Catholic Education
Co-ed
Enrollment approx 700 (350 in upper
school)
Average Class Size 17
AP Courses – 9
13 Team Sports
16 Extracurricular Activities
Tuition is $9,075
Teacher student ratio 1:11
Dress code: conservative
St. Dominic Regional High School At A Glance
1. Nonrefundable Application Fee of $50.00. 2. Application For Admission 3. Student Questionnaire / Writing Sample4. Transcript Record – sign where indicated and submit to the main office of
student’s current school 5. School Recommendation Form – can be completed by a school
administrator, guidance counselor or faculty member 6. MPA Athletic Waiver Form – sign where indicated and submit to the main
office of current school 7. Arrangements made for Student Interview/Visit (contact the Admissions
Office) 8. Arrangements made for Placement Test (Grade 9 only - see Admissions events)
St. Dominic Regional HS Admissions Process
Auburn, Maine
Catholic Middle School
Elementary School K-8
264 students
Average class size 20
Teacher Student Ratio 1:21
Part of St. Dominic (middle school)
NORTH YARMOUTH ACADEMY IN YARMOUTH MAINE
Map of North Yarmouth
Academy – 25 acres
•Near coast of Maine
•25 acres
•Grades 5-12 - 300 students
•210 students for grades 9-12
•Student teacher ration 1:7
•Classroom size of 15 students
•14 sports
•15 AP courses
•135 AP exams given; 82% scored 3 or higher
•93% university placement
•Conservative dress & guidelines
North Yarmouth Academy At A Glance
North Yarmouth – Admissions Process
To complete the application process, each student’s family:
- submits an application, distributes teacher recommendations, a personal recommendation, and signs and returns a waiver for school transcripts. All students are required to take the SSAT test (grades 6-12) or the ISEE test (grade 5).
•Tuition including books & bus fees:•$25,000
Location: Dover, NH
Salem Christian School At A Glance
Christian School
Kind – 8th grade
• SAT Average 1550
• Spanish
• $4,785 - tuition
• No AP courses
• 85% Continue to 4 yr and 2 yr
schools
• 4 sports teams
• Drama and Theater
• Dress code: strict guidelines
• 168 students
• Co-ed
• 11 classroom teachers
• Teacher student ratio- 1:15
Admissions:The Salem Christian School Committee has instituted the following admission requirements for Grade 1 through 8. New students are provisionally accepted at Salem Christian School after an interview with the principal. At that time the applicant is required to submit a copy of the most recent report card.
Currently enrolled students must be reviewed and approved by the principal each year. Those records reviewed which indicate 'borderline' may be deferred to the school committee for final resolution. A student will not be admitted or allowed to remain in Salem Christian School who does not agree and cooperate with the overall purpose and program.
Location: Pitttsfield, Maine
MCI AT A Glance
College Prep k-12
453 Students
Co-ed
20% of students are international
students
Teacher Student Ration 1:11
MCI, founded in 1866
12 AP courses
SAT average 1680
92% College Placement
Located on 22 acres
Boarding and homestay school
MCI – More Facts
Boarding students pay $38,000
Day students pay $10,000
ESL Support Service
First class enrolled: $2,500
Each additional class: $1,500 Summer ESL
4 week intense course for international students
Cost: $3,500
Two recommendations required as well as transcript information
Admissions Deadline: rolling
Wakefield Massachusetts
Nazareth At A Glance
• Nazareth Academy is an all girls college preparatory high school for grades 9-12
• 6 AP courses offered
• Tuition at Nazareth Academy for the 2010-2011 school year is $12,500
• Founded in 2009
• Grades offered: 9-12
• Uniforms
• Nazareth Academy graduated its first class of 17 seniors in May 2010
Admissions Process:
• Official School Transcript
• Two Teacher Recommendations
• Graded Essay
Nazareth At A Glance
WASHINGTON ACADEMY AT A GLANCE
School Focus College Preparatory
Grades Offered 9-12, PG
School Type Co-ed
Year Founded 1792
Campus Size 65 acres
Enrollment 350 students
85% of students go on to college
Percent Students of Color 5%
Percent International Students 18%
Percent Students Boarding 20%
Average SAT Score n/a
4 week ESL summer program offered
Offers Post-Grad Year Yes
The original Academy building at Washington Academy,
pictured in the 1800s.It still stands today.
WASHINGTON ACADEMY AT A GLANCE
Classroom Dress Code casual
Average Class Size 16
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:11
• # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered 9
• ESL Courses Offered Yes
• % Faculty with Advanced Degree 46%
• Summer Program Offered yes
Number of Teachers 35
Tuition: $35,000 boarding students
Tuition: $12,000 for day students
ESL Summer (4 week) program avalible
Application deadline: rolling
An interview (can be by phone)
• Completed application with the non-refundable $50 application fee and a photo of the applicant• Recommendation forms from teachers and counselors• Current scholastic transcript and standardized test scores
Hampton, NH
Sacred Heart School At A Glance• Hampton, NH
• 1963 established
• K-8
• 340 Students
• Student Teacher ratio 1:16
• Soccer, Cross Country, Field
Hockey and Basketball
• Math, Science, Language Arts,
Religious Education, Computer
Science, Communication
• Co-ed
• 21 teachers
• Catholic
• Strict guideline for dress
• $5,146 tuition
• If transferring, transcripts
required
The Derryfield School Manchester,
NH
THE DERRYFIELD SCHOOL AT A GLANCE
•Day School with Host Family Placement•Established in 1964•Grades 6-12 •380 students•College acceptance – 100%•11 AP Courses•Teacher Student Ratio 1:8•13 Sports and 41 Extracurricular Activities•Tuition: $25,600•84 wooded acres•No formal dress code
Steps for Applying
1. Contact the Admission Office at if you have not yet received an information
packet, or complete our online inquiry form. You may also download the
application forms from this website.
2. Complete the application forms and mail the $50 application fee to the Admission
Office.
3. Schedule an interview and day visit.
A student exploring Derryfield's Upper School (grades 9, 10, or 11) also has the
option of spending a full day with a host student, or he/she may choose to
simply tour the school with a student tour guide, interview with an admission
counselor, and then depart midmorning.
Each interview lasts approximately 30 minutes. Parents are invited to tour the school
with a student tour guide, regardless of whether or not their child is staying for the full
day. Parents should also expect to chat with an admission counselor for
approximately 30 minutes.
4. Sign up for standerized testing (SSAT score required)
THE DERRYFIELD ADMISSIONS POLICY
At A Glance:
•Founded: 1977
•Student body: 820
•Grades: Prekindergarten –
12
•CO-ED
•753 students in whole
school
•378 in upper school
•ESL offered
•46 teachers
•Average class size: 17
•AP courses: 8
•Average ACT score: 23
•Classroom dress: casual
•Teacher:student ratio 1:11
•Admissions deadline:
rolling
•Tuition: $4,900
Location: Kenosha, WI
Christian Life Schools – Admissions
Process
TourThe prospective student and at least one parent should tour the school and informally meet the
admissions counselor.
Experience
In order to observe classes, the prospective student should visit the school with a host student.
Register
Registration forms and registration fee should be turned into the main office.
Test
Prospective student should take an administered entrance test. A $25 testing fee will be collected on that
day.
InterviewThe student and parent(s) should return to the school for an interview. Upper school students will meet
with an admissions committee consisting of one teacher, a guidance counselor, and the upper school
principal. Elementary prospectives will meet with the elementary principal.
Completion
Upper school prospectives will receive a letter of acceptance or declination. The parents of prospective
elementary students will be informed verbally at the end of the interview.
AT A GLANCE:
Location: Murrieta, CA
•Founded in: 1993
•Total Students: 812 students
•Student Body Type: Co-ed
•Total Classroom Teachers: 50 Teachers
•% Faculty with Advance Degree: 28%
•Number of AP Courses: 5 courses
•# of Advanced Courses Offered: 8
•Teacher: student ratio: 1:16
•Dress code: There are
guidelines and some restrictions.
•Yearly Cost: $5,324
•Teacher recommendations and transcripts are
requested for applying students
Prospective Student Application Process
CMCS seeks to bring to its campus students who are committed to spiritual, personal, and
intellectual growth. To be considered for admission, one parent must be a born-again
Christian and exhibit evidence of this in their daily walk.
The applicant must submit the following items to the School Office:
The Application for Admission completed and signed by parents.
The Pastor’s Reference for both the parents and the student, which is to be completed
annually by the applicant’s pastor.
All other forms included in the original Admissions Packet (i.e., Statement of Faith, etc.)
plus birth certificate, immunization record, most recent report card and most recent SAT
scores, if applicable.
A non-refundable Application Fee, due at the time of the application.
•After the application packet is reviewed and approved, the Registrar will schedule an
appointment for the prospective student to be tested for curriculum readiness and placement.
•Parents will be notified after the entrance exam has been graded and reviewed. If your child
has successfully passed the entrance exam, plan on attending the New Student Orientation
Meeting scheduled during the summer.
•For students entering mid-year, a parent interview will be scheduled with the administration
upon admission.
•Once the student has been officially enrolled, we will request the cumulative file from the
school previously attended.
Calvary Murrieta – Admissions
Transfer Students
Calvary Murrieta Christian School (CMCS) will
accept incoming transfers for all grades with
the exception of 12thgrade. We will not be
accepting transferring 12th grade
students for the second semester.
Church Attendance
To assist in the development of Christian character and a Christian lifestyle, we require that at least one parent is born again and attending a Bible-teaching church on a regular basis (3-4 times per month). In addition, we require that students 7th grade and older are born again and also in regular church attendance. Regular church attendance by both parents and students goes hand-in-hand with church and school goals.
The teaching of the Bible is approached with emphasis on the inerrancy of the original Scriptures, the need for salvation through faith in Jesus Christ as personal Savior, and the ministry of the indwelling presence of the Holy Spirit that enables the Christian to live a godly life.
Calvary Murrieta – Admissions Process (continued)
Thornton Academy – Saco, Maine
Learn. Explore. Grow
Thornton Academy At A Glance• Founded: 1811 and is on 80 acres• Number of students: 1,250 in grades 9 through 12• Middle School Students: Grades 6-8; 320 students• Co-ed• Teacher Student Ratio – 1:19• 75 international students• 40 Chinese students• Number of faculty: 91; 45 with master’s degrees; 8 with CASor doctorates• ACADEMICS: 140 courses in eight disciplines• 7 Foreign Language: French, Spanish, German, Latin, Mandarin Chinese, Russian and
Ancient Greek• ESL: levels I, II, III• Technology: Wireless network with more than 1,400 laptop anddesktop computers available to students• Honors/Advanced Placement Classes: 40 classes provideopportunities for academic advancement; 16 AP classes• 92% College Placement
• 49 Interscholastic Teams in 29 sports.• 39 Clubs and Organizations• Location: 15 miles from Portland, MaineAccessible by interstate highway or Amtrak train local station is
less than one mile from campus• Alumni: 10,000 worldwide, led by an active alumni council• Library: The Mary Weymouth Hyde Library holds 17,000
volumes, 80+ periodical subscriptions,a computer lab with 50 computers• Campus: 10 buildings set on 80 acres in the coastal town of Saco,Maine.
Tuition: $25,000Boarding School
On June 10, Thornton Academy held a groundbreaking ceremony for its second dorm on campus. The 19,660 square-foot building will house 42 students and 4 faculty apartments. It opens in the fall of 2011. At the event, school officials also re-dedicated the James E. Nelson Residence Hall, celebrated the successful first year of Thornton's boarding program, and kicked off a new homestayprogram. Live where you learn in a brand-new student residence, with plenty to do nearby.
In 2009, 200-year-old Thornton Academy embarked on a new chapter by opening a state-of-the art dormitory. Built from the ground up, TA’s residential program offers a small, nurturing community with an 8:1 student to resident-faculty ratio.
Students who live at Thornton Academy share the joys and challenges of boarding school life with a wide variety of friends, and they are thus enriched by the diversity of talents and backgrounds. Most importantly, the quality of these friendships is deep, reflecting the shared experiences of boarding life.
Thorton Academy in 1889
By living on the grounds with faculty, students experience a unique family feeling. Teammates, housemates, and classmates become fast friends. Faculty members become trusted advisors and mentors, taking the time to know students well, to understand their experiences, celebrate their successes, and support them.
The overall student to dorm faculty ratio is 8:1, and in all cases, dorm parents are also student advisors. Resident faculty advisors meet each morning with their advisees and provide daily supervision and support. This relationship offers boarding students an informed and trusted adult who can help them make good choices, navigate difficulties, and grow in a healthy way. Residential advisors get to know each student who lives in the house, and these teacher-student friendships are among the most meaningful of all of your Thornton relationships
Mission:
Thornton Academy prepares students for a changing world
through a rigorous and broad-based program of academic,
arts and athletic opportunities. TA challenges students to
reach their potential in readiness for lifelong learning and
productive participation in our dynamic world."
1. Application, including the required essay. 2. Recommendation forms from your Guidance Counselor, Math and English teachers. 3. Transcripts from your school. 4. For non- native English language speakers we require submission of either the TOEFL
or SLEP tests. 5. Standardized testing such as the SSAT, PSAT, SAT, or CAT is recommended, but not
required. 6. Application fee ($50 USD international applicants; $25 USD domestic applicants). 7. Campus Visit and Interview:
A campus visit and interview are required for all applicants although telephone interviews can be arranged for candidates who are unable to visit.
8. Admissions deadline: rolling
FAIRFIELD, CT
Notre Dame High School - At A Glance• Tuition for the 2010-11 school
year is $11,340
• Total Classroom Teachers 47
• Teachers and Faculty with Advance Degree 75%
• Number of AP Courses: 7 courses
• Teacher : Student Ratio 1:16
• Year founded 1955
• Grades offered 9-12
• 570 students
• Average class size: 24 students
• College acceptance rate: 96%
• Yes, there is a dress code
Notre Dame Catholic HS – Admissions
• Notre Dame welcomes international student applications. N.D. does not have an ESL program, and all applicants must be proficient in English.
• If accepted, Notre Dame will assist in the process of obtaining an I-20.
The following are required of all transfer applicants:
• Application and $50 application fee
• An interview
• Complete high school transcript (for grade/credit review)
• Recommendation forms from the following: English
teacher, math teacher and counselor/administrator (forms
provided at interview)
• No entrance exam is required for transfer students.
Bangor Christian Schools –Bangor, Maine
At A Glance:
Kindergarden – 12th grade offered
Founded: 1970
394 students
22 teachers
1:18 ratio (teacher student ratio)
Over 90% of BCS graduates go on to post secondary education.
BCS SAT scores average 1250 while the Maine state average is 1025.
Bangor Christian Schools - Admissions
It blesses us that several BCS Alumni also send their children to Bangor Christian Schools. We would enjoy having your family become part of our family.We are also a culturally diverse school as we are excited to have eight students enrolled via our International program for 2011. We welcome them with open arms, hearts and open Bibles. We currently have capacity for ten to 12 International students, and look forward to growth in that area as well as others.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Parents who wish to enroll their children in Bangor Christian Schools for the first time are required to submit
an application with the registration fee. The full amount of the registration fee must accompany the application in order for it to be accepted for processing. Parents who wish to re-enroll their children at Bangor Christian Schools need only fill out a re-enrollment form and submit it with the registration fee to the school office for a place to be reserved for the next school year.
After applying for admission to Bangor Christian Schools, the student and his/her parent(s) will take part in an interview with an administrator. Students will be admitted based on the following criteria:
A. The student has demonstrated the ability to profit from normal school instruction. B. The student has shown a behavior pattern reflecting a desire for an education and is in agreement with
school policies. C. The parents express an agreement with the philosophy of the school and are willing to have their children
trained in accordance with this philosophy.
It may be necessary for a student to take an entrance exam to determine the appropriate grade status. The decision to test a student will be made by the administration upon receipt of the student records and the student interview. All students are given a math placement test.
Bangor Christian Schools – Tuition and FEES
Full tuition, Room & Boarding Prices
International students (two semesters) Tuition room & board $28,633
The above price also includes administration costs,
transportation, hot lunch, co-curricularactivities, registration, books, SEVIS fee, and TOEFL and SAT tests.
International Students (one semester) Tuition room & board $16,695
The above price also includes administration costs, transportation, hot lunch, co-curricularactivities, registration, books, SEVIS fee, andTOEFL and SAT tests.
- A registration fee of $500 is due with the student’s application.
- A deposit of $500 is due within 30 days of acceptance.
- Tutoring outside of school hours is available at a rate of $14 per hour.
Founded 1803
George Stevens Academy – Blue Hill, Maine
- 300 STUDENTS- FOUNDED IN 1803- LOCATED ON 20 ACRES- GRADES 9-12- CO-ED- 31 TEACHERS- % OF FACULTY WITH ADVANCED DEGREE: 50%- AVERAGE SAT SCORE: 1525- TEACHER: STUDENT RATIO: 1:10-ESL? YES- 11% INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS- 7 AP COURSESAVERAGE CLASS SIZE: 15
George Stevens Academy At A Glance
Admissions Requirements
George Stevens Academy encourages applications from serious academic students who are open
to new challenges and experiences. Admission to GSA is based upon the candidate"s transcript,
application essay, English teacher and counselor recommendations, and whenever possible,
standardized tests such as the SSAT, PSAT, TOEFL, and SLEP. A $50 non-refundable processing
fee is required at the time of the application. A campus visit and interview are highly recommended
for all applicants. Telephone interviews will be arranged for candidates who are unable to visit
SOME MORE FUN FACTS:
AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL ON THE MAINE COAST
300 AMERICAN STUDENTS - 40 INTERNATIONAL STUDENTSSMALL CLASSES - SAFE ENVIRONMENT
EXCELLENT ACADEMICS:
OVER 140 SEMESTER AND YEAR-LONG CLASSES, INCLUDING HONORS LEVEL AND AP COURSES. ESL COURSES AVAILABLE.
PERSONALIZED COLLEGE COUNSELING.
OUTSTANDING EXTRACURRICULARS: ARTS, JAZZ, DANCE, THEATRE, COMPETITIVE SPORTS, MATH CLUB, CHESS CLUB, MODEL UN, COOKING CLUB, OUTDOOR CLUB, AND MORE.
BOYS AND GIRLS DORMITORIES FULL RESIDENTIAL LIFE STAFFFAMILY-CENTERED HOME STAYS
George Stevens Academy At A Glance
George Stevens - Admissions
Application Deadline
George Stevens Academy has a rolling admissions policy: we accept applications throughout the year and summer. We recommend, however, that candidates complete the application process by March 1. Once we have received an applicant"s complete application, we will make an admission decision within three weeks.
Application Process
Your application file will be complete when GSA has received:
*Admission Application Form along with a $50 non-refundable application fee.
*Recommendations Forms (included) from your English teacher, Mathematics teacher, and your Principal/Headmaster/School Counselor.
*Applicant Questionnaire & Essay.
*Copies of your transcripts from the past three years and SSAT, PSAT, SLEP, or TOEFL scores from your current school.
*Your SIGNED health history, physical examination, and medication forms.
George Stevens Academy
Tuition &
Fees
Non-refundable application Fee: $50
This is a one-time non-refundable charge to accompany the
application.
Tuition (includes room and board): $35,000
This fee includes tuition, housing either in a dormitory or with a host
family, all meals, school book rental, and most regular school activities.
ESL: $3,000
This charge is for students who need to take an English as a Second
Language class. Students will be given an English proficiency test
upon arrival to determine the need for ESL support.
Enrollment Deposit: $2,500
For new students, a non-refundable deposit is due two weeks following
acceptance. For returning students, the deposit is non-refundable after
June 1st. The enrollment deposit is credit toward the first semester
tuition bill.
Health & Accident Insurance: $800 (estimated)
Mandatory for students without any form of health or accident
insurance.
Trumbull, CT
Christian Heritage School welcomes international students to Grades 7-12 (ages 12 to 18) who desire to have a college-preparatory, biblically-based education.
Founded in 1977
Has 527 students
17 AP courses offered
Co-ed
Average class size is 18
1:10 teacher to student ratio
Average SAT score 1714
54 teachers
18 students per class
Tuition 18,500
98% of students get further education
What is the average SAT score at CHS?With an average SAT score over 80 points higher than area schools and 22 honors level and AP level courses in our curriculum, our students are well-prepare academically to place in some of the country’s finest institutions.
Wide range of sports, clubs, service opportunities, music
and art programs designed to help students develop a
strong spiritual, emotional and academic foundation for
post high school years An unusually caring, committed
and welcoming community of parents who embrace the
two fold mission of the school
Admissions:
Grades Five through Twelve ($89 paid online to ISEE)
Entrance testing for all students applying to grades 5 through 12 is done using the Independent School Entrance Examination (ISEE). The ISEE is administered at Christian Heritage School at 8:30 a.m. on November 20, March 12 and May 21.
The ISEE is administered at other schools throughout southern CT and all over the world. For test dates, locations, and other information, please visit the ISEE Test Site (above). High School applicants also have the option to submit current scores from the SSAT, PSAT or Stanford Achievement Test or others. Please talk to the Admissions Director for details.
Tution is $8,900 (including application fee of $100) 245 students Year founded: 2000 Grades: kindergarden – 12 C0-ed Average class size is 14 25 teachers Teacher: Student Ratio – 1:9 Dress: uniforms Needs transcript? Yes Needs recommendations? Yes
Student recommendation forms must be submitted before the family interview. These recommendation letters give Veritas a more complete picture of each prospective student and how they interact with their peers and in a classroom environment. The family interview is the final step in the application process. This is an opportunity for both parents to meet with a school administrator to learn more about Veritas School and allow us to learn more about your family.
The checklist below lists the specific steps from application to enrollment.
Please use this checklist to track the application process for each child applying: Forms, Records, and Fees Student Application $100 application fee Transcript Request Form A copy of report card from most recent quarter and previous year Copies of all standardized test results (2) Student Recommendation Forms have been given to: (These forms should be sent directly to
Veritas School by the person making the recommendation.) Readings I have read the required reading Introduction to Classical Education by Christopher Perrin I have read the most current version of the Veritas School Student and Parent Handbook (available
online) I have read the Veritas Statement of Faith
Richmond Academy- Richmond VA
Richmond Academy At A Glance
Grades: Kindergarden – 12
Total Students: 108
Founded in 1911
Dress code: formal
Student Body Type: Co-ed
Teacher: Student Ratio – 1:14
Total Classroom Teachers: 9
Tuition costs for 2010-2011
9-12: $6,586
Registration Fee (Grades 9-12): $325
Books are $270
High School classes (Grades 9-12) with labs may require additional fees
Richmond Academy Admissions Policy
Ready to Enroll? If you are ready to enroll your child at Richmond Academy, please follow these steps to complete the
admissions process.
Admissions Appointment – Contact the school office at (804) 353-0036 to make an appointment to meet with the principal or an admissions staff member.
Admissions Documents & Fees – Please bring the following items to your appointment: Completed Enrollment Application. A $25 per family, non-refundable application fee Original birth certificate Copy of transcript and records from previous schools or signed transcript release. Commonwealth of VA School Entrance Health Form (dated within 3 months prior to student starting
classes at RA 2 letters of recommendation completed by an unrelated adult (for students entering grades 7-12). Immigration authorization (for foreign students only)
Admissions Review – Once the application and other appropriate documents have been submitted, the Admissions Committee will review them and inform you of your admission status.
Enrollment – If admission is approved, then the following must be completed prior to entry into the classroom: Registration paperwork Financial arrangements
All students are accepted on a probationary status for the first 30 days of admission.
Steward School – Richmond, VA
Steward School At A Glance
Number of Students610 / K-12th grade
Student/Faculty Ratio8 to 1
Interscholastic Athletics Grades 6-12: 37 teams
Tuition 2010-2011
Grades 9-12: $19,900 (including fees)
Total Classroom Teachers: 64
Co-ed
ESL available
School founded: 1972
37 acre campus
Dress code: yes, there are guidelines
Offers AP courses
Wilton Hall Administration Building
Steward School – Admissions Policy
The following materials are required for ESL students seeking admission to The Steward School:
A completed application
Supplemental application for International Students
Translated copies of school records and transcripts
Translated copies of any aptitude or achievement testing
Recommendation letters from current teacher(s) translated into English
If currently studying English, a letter of recommendation from the teacher and a writing sample in English, signed by the English teacher
English and math placement test administered by Steward (when possible)
Once these records are received, Steward’s Office of Admissions will set up an interview (a telephone interview for those students who live outside of Virginia) to complete the assessment. Since all instruction at Steward is provided in English, applicants should have studied English for several years prior to enrollment at Steward. Once the assessment is complete, and all records have been received, Steward’s Admissions’ Committee will meet to determine if Steward can offer admission to the student. At that time, a possible course of study and recommended services, such as an ESL class, and academic support will be discussed.
Ongoing assessment after the student is enrolled may result in a recommended change in resources and services.
Medford, Oregon
St. Mary’s - At A Glance Infusing intellectual curiosity, academic excellence and democratic values, St. Mary's School
provides an inspirational atmosphere that propels students into responsible citizenship -locally, nationally and globally.
Students
Total enrollment: 452 (Middle School: 138 and Upper School: 314)
Day students come from throughout the region, from northern California to Ashland to Grants Pass
Boarding and international students come from China, the Palestinian territory, Mexico, and Korea
Teachers
Overall student-teacher ratio is 11 to 1.
Many hold advanced degrees, including three Ph.Ds and an Ed.D
Curriculum
St. Mary's is the first Confucius Classroom in the United States, promoting Mandarin Chinese language instruction, travel opportunities, and intercultural understanding.
98% college-acceptance rate
Extensive Advanced Placement program, including three lab sciences, four foreign languages, Calculus AB, and Statistics.
100% of St. Mary's seniors take the SAT, and their scores far exceed local, state, and national averages.
ESL offered
St Mary’s At A Glance (continued)Some More School Facts
Programs Offered: Grades 6 – 12
Typical Class Size: 18
Student to Teacher Ratio: 11:1
Attire: Students are not required to wear uniforms.
All students are expected to wear neat, clean, modest
and appropriate clothing.
Campus
24-acre campus with 8-lane all-weather track, five acres of athletics fields, gymnasium, and multiple buildings.
ISA Testing: In February, sophomores complete the International Schools’
Assessment (ISA) which offers schools a form of international benchmarking. Our
sophomores’ mean score was higher than the mean scores from all 40 of the other
nations.
College Placement: 100% of the Class of 2010 will attend institutions of higher education.
International Students
St. Mary's School has been a home away from home for many international students throughout the years. We have hosted students from Korea, Germany, Russia, Japan, Sweden, Spain, Mexico and other countries. The dormitory is located in Ashland, Oregon, approximately 15 miles south of Medford, and is a fully supervised facility with a wide array of activities and services available. Services include a cafeteria, broadband in-room internet service, recreational opportunities, student lounges, and libary access within steps of the dormitory. Transportation to St. Mary's School is provided by fully licensed and certified passenger buses at several times during the day for students involved in extra-curricular activities.
St. Mary's is registered with SEVIS, the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System, and is authorized to issue I-20's to international students so that they may acquire an F-1 Visa. In addition to the regular application for admission, international students must submit a bank verified financial statement
St. Mary’s - International Students
Application Dates
Parents may submit the application with the $200 application fee after September 15. Applications, including the family interview, must be completed by February 15. After February 15 any remaining openings will be filled on a rolling admission basis.
Application Procedure
Step 2 - The Parent Statement
Parents are asked to share their perspectives on their student’s abilities and strengths, as well as areas where growth is desired.
Step 3 - The Student Statement
The student will be asked to answer a series of questions designed to give the Admission Committee an understanding of his or her areas of interest, and to assist the Committee in making a decision that matches the student’s aptitudes and skills with our curriculum.
Step 4 - Request for Transcripts
We ask that you include the last two years of grade reports, translated into English, including any testing results with your application. We do not require official transcripts directly from the students current school.
Step 5 - Submit TOEFL Testing Scores (Optional)
International students are not required to take the TOEFL as a part of the admission process although it is recommended. For more information on TOEFL testing or to schedule a test date, please click here. When submitting scores please use the St. Mary's School TOEFL code 6262.
Step 6 - Confidential Financial Statement In order to issue an I-20 form, United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement require that all parents of applicants submit proof of their ability to support their child's studies. This documentation is usually required when applying for an F-1 visa in which case you may submit a copy of the F-1 application instead of the Confidential Financial Statement.Step 7 - Schedule an Admission InterviewWhen you have submitted your complete application to the Admission Office, you will be contacted for an interview. Admission interviews generally take about 20 minutes and are an informal, ―get-to-know-you‖ time in which we will also look for English proficiency. International students may conduct the interview over the phone.Step 8 - F-1 Visa Transfer for Students Already in the U.S.If you are transferring from another school in the U.S. and already have a F-1 Visa, please sign the top portion of the International Student Transfer Form and submit it with your application.
DecisionsAdmission decisions will be mailed in March. You will be notified by mail and will have two weeks to return the enrollment contract sent with acceptance letters.After February 15 any remaining openings will be filled on a rolling admission basis. For these applications, the Admission Committee will mail decisions within two weeks of the interview.
St. Mary’s - Admissions continued
St Mary’s – SAT SCORES
College Admissions Test Scores: The average College Board SAT scores of St. Mary’s seniors traditionally exceed state and national averages.
St. Mary’s Class of 2010
Verbal Math Writing
Mean 597 591 589
Top 10% 758 748 757
Top 20% 736 716 728
Top 30% 716 695 709
Top 60% 660 649 655
National 501 516 492
Oregon 523 524 499
“We surveyed our graduates from the
classes of 1989 through 2002 inclusive.
Over 95% of St. Mary’s graduates from
these years went on to college. Of these
graduates, 86% have gone on to earn
college degrees within five years of
entry.”
U.S. History
U.S. Government
Art History
Macro Economics
Micro Economics
European History
Biology
Chemistry
English Literature
Spanish Language
German Language
Latin Vergil
Calculus
Statistics
Physics: Mechanics
Studio Art
Chinese
Advanced Placement exams are given in May.
St. Mary’s offers 17 Advanced Placement Courses
NewCastle Maine
Founded 1801
Lincoln Academy
• Located in NewCastle, Maine (in a small, picturesque coastal village)
• Founded in 1801
• approximately 550 day students come primarily from 17 towns in the surrounding area.
• Co-ed
• 9-12
• 49 teachers
• 1:13 teacher student ratio
• Lincoln is a little over an hour’s drive from Portland, Maine’s largest city and the location of the jetport and train and bus terminals. Lincoln is about 3 hours from Boston.
• Lincoln Academy students earn competitive scores on SAT exams, AP placement exams and national foreign language exams, and gain acceptance to the top colleges and universities in the country.
• Offers 12 AP courses (audited) & 4 languages
• Dress code: Yes, appropriate dress
• 50 acre campus
• Has a very large, active visual and performing arts program
• Offers a wide variety of interscholastic sports
• In 2009 Lincoln Academy received the Siemens Award for our Math/Science AP program (LA was the high school winner for the entire state)
• 26 AP Scholars in 2010
• Admissions process: transcript, interview, recommendations, English proficiency test scores, application from GSC website or agency application or TABS Application. Rolling enrollment.
• Price: $11,500
Lincoln Academy At A Glance
LINCOLN ACADEMY (FEES)
Tuition
$14,500.00
Guardian Fee
3,000.00
Host Family Fee
7,000.00
Total
$24,500.00
Lincoln Academy is located only 2 hours from Boston Massacusetts & is in a very safe area.
LINCOLN ACADEMY
Located in New Castle Maine
Front view of the Academy in 1890
The Academy today…
C H E R R Y H I L L N J
Camden Catholic High School
Camden Catholic At A Glance
The oldest Catholic High School in South Jersey, founded in 1887 by the Sisters
of Mercy. Settled in the thriving South Jersey community of Cherry Hill in 1962.
97% of the class of 2010 is enrolled in four and two-year colleges. The class also was awarded over $10.7 million in pure academic scholarships and grants, and $4.5 million was awarded in athletic scholarships for a total of $15.2 million dollars. *
Five classes are offered through the Camden County College Dual Credit Program as well as a multitude of courses through Virtual High School.
All faculty members of Camden Catholic possess Bachelors’ degrees. Over 40% have Masters’ degrees; four have two Masters’ degrees; two have Doctorate degrees; one has a JurisDoctorate.
SAT scores for the top 10% of the class of 2010: 636 Creative Thinking, 644 Math, 637 Writing.
Camden Catholic’s approximately 850 students come from more than 70 communities throughout South Jersey. 40% come from public schools. There are 118 sending elementary schools and 54 transfer high schools represented.
Student/Computer Ratio: 3:1
Camden Catholic’s beautifully maintained campus covers 33 acres in suburban Cherry Hill. It includes a football field (multi-purpose synthetic turf), field hockey field, baseball and softball fields, lacrosse field, a gymnasium, chapel, television studio, auditorium, and technology labs.
Camden Catholic HS At A Glance
A co-educational college preparatory school with an enrollment of approximately 850 students.
At present, Camden Catholic offers 14 Advanced Placement courses plus all AP classes offered through Virtual High School. There are also 25 Honors courses.
Teacher Student Ratio – 1:15
Grades 9-12
Classroom Dress: formal
Number of Classroom Teachers: 57
Camden Catholic High School's recent annual American Red Cross
Blood Drive was once again dedicated to the memories of Richard
Stefanacci, a former Camden Catholic student and Andi Szabolcs, a
former long-term Camden Catholic substitute teacher, who both
passed away after illnesses three years ago.
Camden Catholic HS At A Glance
Camden Catholic is renowned for its fall drama production, spring musical, select and concert choirs, and an instrumental music program that includes a concert band, show band, field band, jazz band, and fusion band.
A selection of extracurricular activities include TV Studio, Media and Technology Crew, Yearbook, Creative Writing Club, Student Government, Environmental Club, Photography Club, Rutgers Academic Challenge, and Students Against Destructive Decisions.
Nearly 50% of Camden Catholic students participate in athletics, which is an essential element of the balanced college preparatory curriculum that develops the body, mind, and spirit.
Camden Catholic offers 10 boys’ sports and 10 girls’ sports, as well as a Crew Club. The majority of athletic teams also offer junior varsity and freshman programs.
Camden Catholic International Students
Student Housing
Camden Catholic offers two housing alternatives to international students. Families can choose to have their students reside either in our newly refurbished on-campus dormitory or in the home of a local host family. Our dormitory, Nazareth House, is a safe, comfortable and modern three-story brick building that offers single and double rooms; many are air-conditioned.Students living in Nazareth House take their meals together in the dining room on the ground floor.The company responsible for the catering makes a special effort to accommodate students’ dietary requirements and preferences.Ifthe sending family prefers, we also can place students with a host family chosen from a list of families that have been screened carefully and approved by an independent third party. These families live near the school and are eager to have an international student live with them.
International Students At Camden
Support Program
All international students participate in a special program designed to provide them the maximum amount of support during their time living in the Philadelphia area.This program was designed in recognition of the facts that our international students are far from their homes and families, are living in a new culture and will be learning in a new language.The key features of this program are:
* All international students are mentored by our International Student Coordinator, Ms. Lisa Borreggine, who has overall responsibility for ensuring that our international students’ time at Camden Catholic is as productive and enjoyable as possible. To that end, Ms. Borreggine works individually with each student to select each year’s courses, review academic progress, facilitate the students’ participation in extracurricular activities and review the students’ living arrangements. Ms. Borreggine is a highly experienced educator who teaches English at Camden Catholic. She also is certified to teach English as a Second Language (ESL).
*All new international students come to campus two weeks before the opening of school to participate in an orientation program to smooth their transition from home to an American high school. During this time they live in Nazareth House, our on-campus dormitory, and meet other students from our community, receive an assessment of their English language ability, and take classes on how to succeed in an American classroom. They also are given help to make arrangements for banking, medical care and music lessons (if needed) and are introduced to their host families (if they are not living on campus). To relax, students will participate in sports on campus, tour Philadelphia and take in a baseball game. Students should plan to arrive on campus August 21, 2011 to participate in this program.
Camden Catholic International Students
* Parents will receive written reports from the students’ teachers approximately every ten weeks regarding their progress in the classroom. They also will receive a written report from Mrs. Borreggine at the end of each semester summarizing the students’ experiences in and out of the classroom each semester.
Optional English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes
Experience shows that international student success in high school is highly correlated with English language ability. Camden Catholic therefore offers two additional ways students can enhance their knowledge of English.
* English Summer CampWe offer a 4 week long intensive academic English program on campus from July 25, 2011 to
August 19, 2011. This program helps students with differing levels of English ability to be as ready as possible for the start of classes in September. Participation in this program is optional but highly recommended, especially for students new to the United States. The fee for this program is $5,700 and includes tuition, room and board and all course materials. This program is open to all students, whether or not they attend Camden Catholic. Please contact [email protected] to apply.
* ESL Classes During the Academic YearOptional ESL instruction is also available during throughout the school year. Classes meet for
one hour, three times per week when school is in session, after the regular school day finishes. The fee for this program is $4,500 and includes tuition and all materials.
Camden Catholic International Students
Tuition and Fees
For the coming 2011-2012 academic year the total cost for an international student’s tuition, books, room and board in our dormitory or with a host family and all school fees is $23,950. If an agency is involved with the student’s decision to attend Camden Catholic, then that agency’s fees must be added to this amount. Parents should expect to incur additional costs of about $250 for school uniforms.
How to Apply
Applications for admission in September receive preferential treatment if they are received before April 15th though are accepted until July 1st. Admissions decisions are made on a rolling basis and are communicated within two weeks of the date the applicant’s file is completed. Transfer applications are accepted throughout the year. Students must begin at the start of upcoming semester.
To apply successfully each applicant must do the following:Submit the online application for international students;
Submit the student’s most recent transcripts in English Submit proof of satisfactory completion of work in the candidate's previous school. Submit the student’s most recent TOEFL score. Submit copies of the student’s Passport and Birth Certificate; Submit two recommendations: one from the math teacher and the other from the English teacher; Submit copies of the student’s immunization and health records; and Have a SKYPE interview with a member of the admissions department.
Highview Christian AcademyCharleston, Maine
Experience the difference…….
Highview Christian Academy – An Introduction
Highview Christian Academy was established in 1994 for the purpose of offering a higher quality education in an environment that is conducive to meeting the challenge of strong academics, high moral character and being successful in today’s changing world. Highview Christian Academy is located in Central Maine. They are located in a rural community town, Charleston, which is just minutes from Maine’s third largest city – the city of Bangor. Bangor is host to the Bangor Int’l airport, shopping malls, theaters and various activities. Recreational opporunities abound in safe, community environments area-wide.
Highview Christian Academy provides a nurturing, safe place for students to be successful in the classroom and beyond. The best interest of each student is taken seriously and daily strides are made in their growth and development. A caring and dedicated faculty and staff serve to see each student’s dream become a reality.
Highview Offers:
A comprehensive college prep curriculum
AP courses
College Credited Courses offered through the University of Maine Academ-E Program
A three level ESL program utilizing individual tutorials and group classes.
A semester course preparing for college SAT entrance exams
Low student/teacher ratio allowing for one on one assistance
Highview Christian Academy At A Glance
Established in 1994
College-prep school, grades pre-school
thru grade 12
100 students
15% international students
14 students per classroom
Individualized ESL programs on 3
Levels offered along with small interactive
group classes for English, communication
& conversation. ($3,000 annually)
Homestay program is only $400
Teacher Student Ratio 1:8
Online AP courses
Tuition is $16,000
Admissions Process: Submit
Recommendations, Transcripts, Stateme
nt & 3 to 4 photos of student with family
or friends & a skype interview
available for questions and answers.
Dress code? Yes, there are guidelines
“A school on the move…”
Highview Christian At A Glance (continued)
Extra Curricular Activites: Highview provides a unique and personal experience. Students enjoy various activities, dinner theater, drama, sports, class events, day trips, weekend athletic trips, field trips and special times together that build strong relationships, requires team work and develops character.
Athletic Life: Soccer, Basketball, Softball, Baseball, Cross Country, Gold & Co-Ed Softball.
College Placement: About 95% of the students that attend Highview go onto further education.
Qualifications: Highview Christian Academy is recognized as a private, Christian school by the State of Maine, Dept. of Education. HCA is a member of the Maine Principal’s Association; an affiliate of the Univ. of Maine Academ-E Program and licensed with the U.S. Immigrations & Naturalization to issue I-20’s to any Embassy in the world & is a receiving school of students with J1 and F1 visas. Highview is an ACSI member.
Highview Christian Academy – What People Are Saying
“I could always hear, “Good job!” and “You can do it!” That is the spirit I like. In soccer,
everyone has to work together. The whole HCA soccer experience changed my opinion
about playing sports” – Xiwei – China class of 2010
“Students enjoy various activites, sports, class events, field trips, weekend overnight trip
and special times together that build strong relationship, require teamwork and develop
character.” – Student Life Dept.
“My time at Highview was a great experience! Highview was very supportive of my
educational goals and personal development. They went out of their way to provide a
full experience for their students.” – Ruth (holds a BA degree in Info. Technology and
has been a Sr. Software Engineer since 2001)
“Highview is a loving environment where students can show their abilities without
hesitation. At HCA, students are not just friends, they are like family members. The
teachers are extremely caring, friendly & patient. Here, God wrote a new page of my
life.” Khanh Le- Vietnam
Location: Vero Beach, FL
Founded 1965
Campus: Our beautiful campus comprises 33 acres
and we are the only independent school on the
Treasure Coast with frontage on the Indian River
Lagoon complete with a dock and a small fleet of
boats. Our facilities include an 800 seat Performing
Arts Center, an Aquatic Complex, two gymnasiums,
a Fine Arts Center with music and art studios, two
libraries and playing fields.
Location: Barrier Island location between the
Atlantic Ocean and the Indian River lagoon in Vero
Beach, Florida. We are approximately 1 hour and 45
minutes from the Palm Beaches to the south and
Orlando and the Space Coast to the north.
Saint Edward’s School
Student Body: 550
Teachers: 70 full-time
Percentage of Faculty with Advanced
Degrees: 52%
Average Class Size: 17 students
Teacher Student Ratio: 1:11
Percent of students who are
accepted to four-year colleges: 100%
Grades: PK through 12
17 AP courses
Demonstrated Success: The Mean
SAT range Class of 2010
ESL
English as a Second Language classes
are required for all international students
starting in the fall of 2009 unless English
proficiency tests, references, and
interview indicate that it is not
necessary. One-on-one ESL tutoring is
available at an additional cost.
Demonstrated Success: The Mean
SAT range Class of 2010
Critical Reading 597
Math 610
Writing 595
Type: Independent, co-educational,
college preparatory day school focused
on excellence in academics,
development of the whole child and
inspiring a passion for life-long learning.
International Tuition and Fees $41,200: Inclusive of room, board, ESL and support services.
$150: Admission Application Fee
Transportation costs to and from your home and books are not included. Additional expenses and fees may be incurred during the course of the year. These might include instructional materials and school supplies, PSAT, SAT, ACT or other testing fees. Personal items and daily expenses are up to individual students.
International Student Support International study and travel may well be one of the most rewarding steps you will ever take. It can also feel like the riskiest. It takes courage to leave your family and native country to embark on a life in a new school with a new family in a culture that may appear strange and unusual. Saint Edward’s understands that this is a rare opportunity for you and for our community and we therefore take our responsibility for students support and care seriously.
SES will provide expectations and guidelines for students and host families, what to bring, when to travel, consult with academic scheduling, contact information and present suggestions for cross-cultural customs and habits that are unfamiliar.
We have a dedicated administrator to assist international students and families with the admission process, update both native and host families with progress reports, activity participation, and any individual issues that may arise.
Cheverus High School
Located: Portland, ME
Cheverus High School At A Glance
Founded in 1917
Located on 32 acre suburban campus
Total enrollment: 530
Upper school average class size: 22
Total Classroom teachers: 40
Tutoring offered for International Students who need more
English training
Number of AP courses: 8
117 students graduated in 2009, 114 went to college
SAT
◦ Median SAT cricial reading: 553
◦ Medican SAT math: 570
◦ Median SAT writing: 554
Cheverus High School International
Applicants
Cheverus High School considers international student applications based on space
available in each particular class. It is important that all international applicants are
aware of the following:
- All international students must meet or exceed all minimum published criteria
for admission
- All application materials must be submitted in a timely fashion
- Each international applicant must achieve an acceptable score of 500 on the TOEFL or
SLEP test.
The international applicant is required to have a phone interview with
the Cheverus High School Director of Admissions or other Cheverus High
School administrator via phone or Skype.
- The international student must come to Cheverus through a reputable exchange
program or be a resident in the home of a relative or other local contact familiar with
Cheverus High School.
- The international student and their family and agent are solely responsible for
finding residence in the United States. This residence must be approved by the school
and must be secured prior to acceptance to Cheverus High School.
Cheverus High School International (cont)
- Cheverus High School does not provide English as a Second Language (ESL). The student coming from a country where English is not the predominant language must be ready to matriculate into classes where only English is taught.
- All international applicants must provide an English translation of their transcripts and application materials. Specific course titles must be provided from the institution. Cheverus will not be responsible for translation.
- Acceptance will not be complete until the following items are received by the Cheverus Admissions Department:
1. up-to-date immunization record or copy provided to Cheverus
2. copy of passport or visa with photograph
3. copy of most recent medical physical exam
4. power of attorney for host family for medical visits
5. copy of medical card and medical insurance policy
6. TOEFL or SLEP
7. phone or Skype interview
Only after these items are finished can the I-20 be issued for travel.
The Quarry Lane School
Dublin, CA
Founded 1991
The Quarry Lane School At A Glance
•Location: Dublin, CA
•Founded in 1991
•Grades PK - 12
•CO-ED
•658 Students
• 6% Chinese & 10% International
•ESL - Yes
•Private Day School
•No religious affiliation
•Located on 10 acres
•Total Classroom Teachers: 86
•Teacher/Student Ratio: 1:10
•AP Courses: 14
•SAT Score average: 1973
•Dress Code? No
•Tuition & FEES: $26,250 tuition,Plus $500 for books, $200 forRegistration fee & $200 for Application fee
Application Procedures & Checklist for Upper School At Quarry Lane
APPLICATION FORMS, PARENT STATEMENT, APPLICANT STATEMENT AND ESSAY, AND APPLICATION FEE
• Parents complete the Application and Parent Statement and return it with the non‐refundable $200.00 application fee. This application fee does not include the testing fee, this fee will be paid through ISEE.
• Applicants complete the Applicant Statement and Essay, in your own handwriting, as neatly as possible.
• PARENT INTERVIEW—OPTIONAL A parent interview with a school administrator must be arranged through the Admissions Office. Date ____________________ and Time____________________
• SCHOOL RECORDS Give the Transcript Release Form to the applicants current school. Copies of the previous two years report cards and standardized test scores .
• RECOMMENDATIONS Give the Teacher Recommendation forms to the applicants current English and Math teacher, and Guidance Counselor or Principal. Send back to Global Study Connections.
• TESTING Register to take the ISEE (Independent School Entrance Examination) from the Educational Records Bureau. You should register for the ISEE at least three weeks prior to the test date you have chosen. Submit scores to Global Study Connections. Date ____________________ and Time____________________
• APPLICANT INTERVIEW Applicants will be required to shadow a Quarry Lane student, attending classes and lunch. This visit will also incorporate an interview with a member of the Admissions Committee. Please register for an interview early as shadow days are limited. Date ____________________ and Time____________________
No decisions on admissions can be made with out having received these documents.
ESL Program for Quarry Lane
• Our international summer camp focus on real life English communication. We structure our camps for students to become immersed in English for the duration of their stay. Students will receive 20 hours of English instruction per week (It’s 15 hours in most of the other camps). In class, we focus on the four skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Out of class, we take measures to integrate students from different countries when doing sports or activities. The students will have the chance to improve their conversational skillswhile getting to know students and cultures from other parts of the world. On top of these, the students will benefit from being in wonderful California, the home of natural wonders.
• There will be daily and nightly activities, plus full and half-day excursions. Daily and nightly activities include sporting events, movie and bowling nights. Full day excursions may include field trips to Monterey Bay Aquarium, Muir Woods, Santa Cruz, Golden Gate Park/Bridge, and Great America. Half-day excursions include local attractions, university tours, or company tours such as NASA, Google, Yahoo..
• The campus will be open for the summer school, so the international students will find the chance to interact with the domestic students as well.
Missions Hill, CA
Bishop Alemany At A Glance
•Location: Missions Hill, CA
•Day college preparatory school
•Grades 9 – 12
•Founded 1956
•Setting: suburban
•Nearest major city: Los Angeles
•22 acres
•Total Student Body: 1,624 students
•Upper School average class size: 22
•Upper school teacher student ratio: 1:19
•Number of teachers/faculty in school: 85 (51 have
Advanced degrees)
•12 AP courses
•Graduation requirements: Arts and fine arts, computer
Science, english, foreign language, mathematics, physical
Education, religion , science, social studies (history)
•317 student graduated in 2009 and 305 went to college
•There are uniform requirements
•Summer programs
•International Students: 3.5%
Bishop Alemany
At A Glance
Tuition and Aid: Day
student tuition $7205
Admissions:
Traditional
secondary-level
entrance grade is 9.
Deadline for receipt
of application
materials: none
Application fee: $60
Interview required
97% of students go
onto further
education after
graduating
Layout of school
Colleges and Universities that Alemany students were granted admission for Fall 2010
Bishop Alemany HS
Alma Heights Christian School
Picture of the library
Located: Pacifica California
Alma Heights Christian School At A Glance
Location: Pacifica California
Founded: 1955
Grades: K - 12
Total Classroom Teachers: 35
Total Student Body: 309
Co-ed
Day School
ESL provided
35 classroom teachers
Teacher Student Ratio – 1:10
6 AP courses
Dress Code: Uniform
Placement Exam needed to apply
Submit Recommendtions, Application,
Transcripts, SLEP score & interview.
Tuition cost: $15,435 + host family
Compensation fees
The Anacapa School
The Anacapa School At A Glance
•Founded in 1981
•Centered in the heart of Santa Barbara CAHistorical campus(90 Miles NW of Los Angeles)
•Urban Setting – two buildings
•Over 25 years of academic excellence
•Teacher Student Ratio: 1:10
•Upper School Class Average: 12
•Grades 7 thru 12 (co-ed)
•Enrollment: 56
•Faculty: 12
•Tuition $22,900 Books & Trips - $800
•Rolling admissions
•Specified standards of dress
•No religious affiliation
•Day School
•Average SAT scores:
•% of Internatinal Students:
•ESL? Yes
•100% college acceptance
Anacapa School Coursework
Coursework by Grade• 9th Grade• Literature: American, British, World, or Modern
(depending on which is offered)History: U.S. I, U.S. II, World I, or World II (depending on which is offered)Math: Algebra I, Geometry, or Algebra IIStudio Art or Science: Marine Biology, Biology, Chemistry, Conceptual Physics, or Physics (depending on which is offered)Foreign Language I: Spanish or ItalianAfternoon Electives (2)
• 10th Grade• Literature: American, British, World, or Modern
(depending on which is offered)History: U.S. I, U.S. II, World I, or World II (depending on which is offered)Math: Geometry or Algebra IIScience: Marine Biology, Biology, Chemistry, Conceptual Physics, or Physics (depending on which is offered)Foreign Language II: Spanish or ItalianAfternoon Electives (2)
• 11th Grade• Literature: American, British, World, or Modern
(depending on which is offered)History: U.S. I, U.S. II, World I, or World II (depending on which is offered)Math: Algebra II, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, or CalculusScience: Marine Biology, Biology, Chemistry, Conceptual Physics, or Physics (depending on which is offered)Foreign Language III: Spanish or ItalianAfternoon Electives (2)
• 12th Grade• Literature: American, British, World, or Modern
(depending on which is offered)History: U.S. I, U.S. II, World I, or World II (depending on
which is offered)Math: Algebra II, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, or CalculusScience: Marine Biology, Biology, Chemistry, Conceptual Physics, or Physics (depending on which is offered)Foreign Language IV: Spanish or ItalianAfternoon Electives (2)
• Afternoon Elective Classes• Students typically take two electives each semester. While
the exact elective offerings vary each semester, they always include opportunities to explore the arts and a variety of sports. See our current electives page for more information.
• Recent elective classes have included:• Ceramics• Digital Voyage (Media Production)• Ensemble Music• Fiber Arts• Non-Western Art• Performing Arts• Photography• Basketball• Beach Sports• Gym Sports• Kickboxing• Sailing• S.B. Trails (Hiking)• Soccer• Softball• Squash• Surfing• Swimming• Volleyball
Anacapa Admissions Process
Holland Christian Schools
Holland Christian Schools At A Glance
829 students
Location: Holland, Michigan. Holland is a small town of approximately 35,000
people located on the shores of Lake Macatawa, just minutes from Lake
Michigan.
1 chinese student
2% international students
ACT test score 22.9 with the average Michigan score being 19.3
93% graduating class pursuing further education
Tuition: approx $7,500
7 AP courses
Teacher Student Ratio – 1:16
ESL? Yes
11 sports offered
40 programs offered by the high school
Gives each student a laptop to work on
Application Process At Holland Christian School
Applications are due by Aug 1 in order to guarnatee processing prior to the start of
the new school year. Applications are due December 1st for second semester
applicants. Applications received after the deadline will be reviewd on a case by
case basis.
Application: A completed application includes
1. Application for Admission
2. Academic Records
- A copy of the student’s most recent report card or
transcript.
- standardized test scores
Located in Bakersfield, CA
Bakersfield Christian At A Glance
Founded: 1979
Grades: 9-12
Co-ed
483 Students
Day School
Located on 47 acres
AP courses? 13
Teacher Student Ratio: 1:15
23 Teachers
SAT score: 2042
% of International Students: 15 students
Tuition is $20,000
Homestay Program they have: $9,000 a year
1. Tuition (2011-12): $20,000
2. Application Fee: $150 (non refundable)
3. Enrollment Fee (Deposit): $1500 (non
refundable)
4. Homestay Application fee: $500
5. Homestay Program Fee: $9200 (non
refundable)
6. Student Fund Account: $1500
7. Educational Support Services: $3600 (cost
may be less depending on student’s need and
English proficiency)
8. Guardianship fee: $3000
Bakersfield’s Homestay Program
Bakersfield Christian International Admissions Criteria
International Admission Criteria (Bakersfield Christian)
Bakersfield Christian High School is accepting applications from high school age students, grade 9-12, who are interested in pursuing a college-prep program from a nondenominational school of excellence providing a biblically-based education. While most students plan to study until graduation, students wishing to study for only one year are welcome. Applicants are granted admission based on the following:
Transcripts must show above-average academic ability
It is preferable that students meet the English Proficiency Standards.
Students must be responsible, honest, cooperate, demonstrate good character, display good citizenship and be respectful to others
Students must be self-motivated, responsible for their own success and able to organize personal time
Students and parents/guardians must read and understand the Admission Requirements and Expectations - International Students
Student must complete and submit the required application forms, documentation and recommendations, along with the required nonrefundable application fee (see Admissions Checklist).
Successfully complete a personal interview (via the Internet if out of the country)
Tuition and Fees
For a detailed Tuition and Fee Schedule, please contact the Interntional Homestay Program Department.
Tuition must be paid by July 1 or at the time of enrollment if after July 1. Tuition is nonrefundable after July 1, unless the Student Visa is not approved.
Step 1: Application Procedure:
. 1. Complete and return APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION.
. Submit a $150 nonrefundable application fee, payable to BCHS.
. 2. Complete and return STUDENT QUESTIONNAIRE.
. 3. Complete and return the STATEMENT OF FAITH AGREEMENT.
. 4. Complete and return the GUARDIANSHIP AGREEMENT (if applicable).
. 5. Complete and return the EMERGENCY MEDICAL FORM.
. 6. Have school official complete and submit the CONFIDENTIAL RECOMMENDATION FORM: SCHOOL. E-mail and contact phone must be included so we can verify the recommendation.
. 7. Have a church associate (youth pastor, senior pastor, etc.) or adult friend (other than a relative) complete and submit the CONFIDENTIAL RECOMMENDATION FORM: CHURCH/ADULT FRIEND. E-mail and contact phone must be included to verify the recommendation.
Bakersfield Christian Admissions Checklist. 8. Submit school grades/transcripts. This includes: • Current original transcript (minimum GPA of 3.0 required) • All high school transcripts including current year • Final transcripts from current school All transcripts and report cards must be translated to English. All high school transcripts must be official originals. We recommend students have at least three official high school transcripts sent for future college applications. If documents require translation, a link has been provided for your convenience. http://www.ece.org/main/content=ApplicationStep0&&SubSite=1&LeftNav=3 . 9. Submit a copy of your most recent standardized test scores (if available).