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USA
UNITED STATES
The USA is our most popular high school destination every year. We are not surprised why – the country has it all! World-class cities like Los Angeles, Boston, San Francisco and Miami, and warm and friendly midwestern towns. Explore famous beaches, mountains, forests and deserts!
High School in the USA No matter where you study in the USA, you will experience the typical high school spirit that American high schools are known for. You will recognize many of elements from classic high school movies: clubs, sports teams, prom and homecoming, as well as Friday Night Football. Let's not forget academics! Besides taking mandatory subjects such as Math and English, there are a wide range of subjects you can choose from - Science, STEM, Languages, AP Courses, Multimedia, Art and Music. After School Experiences A typical American high school offers plenty of clubs and sports for students to enjoy. Practice your favorite sport in the USA or try something completely new! Or join student theater, a photography club, or eSports team.
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USA FACTS
Capital: Wahington, D.C. Population: 330 million Main language: English Famous for: Hollywood movies 6 technology innovations Iconic Sights: The Empire State Building & Tthe Golden Gate Bridge
SELECT High School Our SELECT Public High School Program is the premium choice for students who want the public school of their dreams. You choose an amazing public school or district in a fantastic location, where you will experience a traditional American high school while living with a caring host family.
Our top-ranked public schools are located in popular US destinations; select a school district that matches your goals and interests. Choose to study exactly where you want – Boston, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Phoenix, Miami, Seattle or more! This program provides the most choice and control on a public school program, allowing you to live in one of America’s best known cities, in the climate you want, and to study at a school offering specific subjects, sports, arts, and extracurricular activities you want.
Our SELECT Public High School Program offers international students our 100% Host Family Happiness Commitment and unbeatable support from before their program begins, to their graduation.
HIGHLIGHTS:
• 150+ Schools in great locations like Boston,
Los Angeles, New York, Miami, Seattle, Arizona and the
Midwest • 100% Host Family Happiness Commitment • Choose exact district/school based on sports, subjects, locations, language and art programs. You customize your own experience • Earn a diploma in grade 12 or credits in courses taken in any grade • Academic Year, Semester or Short Term • Guaranteed placement for all accepted applicants • Incredible support throughout your stay
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HIGHLIGHT ELIGIBILITY
• Age: 14-19 upon arrival • Length of Program: Academic Year, Academic Semester and Short Term Programs • Language Requirement: ELTiS 205 or higher, TOEFL IBT 45 or higher • Grades Accepting Students: 9-12 • GPA: 2.0 minimum or C average • Can Students Earn a Diploma: Yes, many schools offer
Diploma Year Programs • Program Start and End Date: Schools generally run from
August/September-May/June. Second semester usually starts in January
APPLICATION
• Application Deadline: General Program deadline is June 15 for Fall enrollment. Some schools fill up early and some schools will accept students after this date • School Choice: The student can choose district and/or school • Visa Information: Students apply for an F-1 Visa
Anne from Germany explains why a USA Public High School was her perfect fit and what she loved about living in Florida: educatius.org/ANNE
SELECT Private Day School Our SELECT Private Day School Program offers you the best of both worlds; the chance to study at a premium private day school and live with an American family! Our wonderful private schools are located all across the United States, so you can choose an exact school that meets your academic, athletic, extracurricular and geographic preferences. Choose to study for a year, a semester, multiple years or even a short term program!
We work with private schools in some of the most popular destinations in the USA like Boston, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Phoenix, New York, and Washington D.C. Our Private Day School Program is academically challenging with many students attending for multiple years in pursuit of a high school diploma. Some even go on to study at top American universities! We’ll help guide you through the selection process to find a private high school that’s just right for you! Studying in a private school environment can be academically challenging. Your caring host family and local coordinator will support you along the way. Our students recvieve our 100% Host Family Happiness Commitment and unbeatable support - from before their program begins, to their graduation!
HIGHLIGHTS FOR PRIVATE DAY SCHOOLS
• 60+ Schools in great locations like Boston, Los Angeles, San
Francisco, Washington D.C., Florida and Arizona • Unique academic arts and sports programs • Excellent pathway to university • 100% Host Family Happiness Commitment • Academic Year, Semester, Short Term or Multiple Years
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HIGHLIGHT ELIGIBILITY
• Age: 13-19 upon arrival • Length of Program: Multiple Years, Academic Year,
Academic Semester and Short Term Programs • Language Requirement: ELTiS 205 or higher,
TOEFL IBT 45 or higher, can be lower for short term • Grades Accepting Students: 9-12 • GPA: 2.0 minimum or C average • Can Students Earn a Diploma: Many schools offer
Diploma Year Programs • Program Start and End Date: Schools generally run from August/September-May/June. Second semester usually starts in January
APPLICATION
• Application Deadline: General program deadline:
June 15 for Fall enrollment. Some individual schools fill up earlier and some schools accept students after this date. • School Choice: Students choose school • Visa Information: Students apply for an F-1 Visa
Barbara from Brazil tells how studying at a California Private school helps her prepare to be a screenwriter and actor: educatius.org/BARBARA
SELECT Private Boarding School At our boarding schools across the USA, international students can attend the elite schools of the American school system. Many students choose boarding schools so that they can attend a top American or global university — it's the best preparation for your academic career! Our boarding schools are in major cities, idyllic towns, near mountains and close to beaches.
Boarding schools have outstanding sport facilities, academic resources, fantastic programs in the arts, and small class sizes for individualized attention from teachers. You’ll benefit a supportive environment and live with classmates from all over the world.
Living on campus in a boarding school dorm is amazing! Adult supervisors are always available to lend support in whatever challenges you might face.It's also just a lot of fun! You’ll be sleeping, eating, studying and hanging out with your fellow students, building lifelong friendships with future leaders in politics, business and the arts.
HIGHLIGHTS FOR BOARDING SCHOOLS
• 60+ Boarding Schools in great locations like Boston,
California, Florida, Washington DC, New York, New
England, Hawaii, and more! • Small classes with great attention from teachers • Great variety of Signature Programs • World class academic, sports and arts facilities • The convenience of living right on campus • Weekends full of fun activities with classmates • University preparation, with typically 100% of their graduates accepted to universities
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HIGHLIGHT ELIGIBILITY
• Age: 12-19 upon arrival • Length of Program: Multiple Years, Academic Year,
Academic Semester and Short Term • Language Requirement: Varies depending on school.
We work with schools that accept all levels • Grades Accepting Students: 6-12 • GPA: 2.0 minimum or C average • Can Students Earn a Diploma: Many schools offer
Diploma Year Programs • Program Start and End Date: Schools generally run from August/September-May/June. Second semester usually starts in January
APPLICATION
• Application Deadline: Most schools have open enrollment, but competitive schools review applications as early as January. • School Choice: Students choose school • Visa Information: Students apply for an F-1 Visa
Maria from Venezuela shares how a Boarding School in New York state heled her decide what she wanted for her future: educatius.org/MARIA
Country: USA Program: Academic Exchange (F-1)
Academic Exchange Program Our Academic Exchange Program is designed for students looking for the academic benefits and guaranteed placements of our F-1 SELECT High School program, but at a more affordable price. In our Academic Exchange Program, you choose to attend private or public school and we’ll pick the school, based on what you tell us is most important to you (i.e., taking Spanish, playing soccer, studying AP Calculus, or earning a Diploma if you are entering grade 12). We guarantee enrollment in a school offering just that! It's more flexible than the J-1 program and you'll live with a welcoming host family who is excited to share their culture with you!
ELIGIBILITY
• Age: 14-18 upon arrival • Length of Program: Multiple Years,
Academic Year or Academic Semester • Language Requirement: ELTiS 205 or higher, TOEFL
IBT 45 or higher • Grades Accepting Students: 9-12 • GPA: 2.0 minimum or C average • Can Students Earn a Diploma: Yes, Diploma Year
Program available • Program Start and End Date: Varies from school to school. Many schools go from August-June. Second semester usually starts January
APPLICATION
• Application Deadline: General Program deadline is
June 15 for Fall enrollment. • School Choice: No, but you get to pick one preference that you will receive! • Visa Information: Must apply for an F-1 Visa
HIGHLIGHTS:
• Earn a US diploma in grade 12 (and continue to a US university, if desired) • More flexible than the J-1 Exchange in admission requirements, medical conditions and deadlines (public or private high school placements) • Year and semester enrollments • Study for more than 1 year (at a private day school) with our 2nd-Year Price Guarantee • Get assigned to a school by favorite sport or subject! • Late applications accepted • Guaranteed placement for ALL accepted applicants • 100% Host Family Happiness Commitment • Incredible support throughout your stay
Public Day School Choices
French, Spanish, German, Soccer, American Football, Tennis, Basketball, Track & Field, Cheerleading, Volleyball (girls only), Drama/Theater, Art, Music, Warm Climate, AP Calculus, AP Physics, AP Biology, Diploma
Private Day School Choices
French, Spanish, Soccer, American Football, Tennis, Golf, Basketball, Track & Field, Volleyball (girls only), Drama/Theater, Art, Music, Warm Climate, AP Calculus, Generic AP Science (cannot choose specific science), Diploma "Being an international student has been one the most challenging and rewarding experiences of my life so far. I’ve met wonderful people, some of which not only introduced me to the American culture, but also to their culture of origin. It truly was a life-changing experience and I would do everything all over again if I could."
– Marina from Italy QUESTIONS?
Looking for a different experience? Ask us about our Boarding Exchange Program!
