WhatCollege e-Brochure 2023 by Harry Kang

WHATCOLLEGE HIGH SCHOOLS NORTH AMERICA

AN INTRODUCTION TO 2023

About WhatCollege

A global leader in education, creating lifechanging opportunities for international students. Part of the UCFB Group and a subsidary of FirstPoint USA, WhatCollege? is an AIRC certified international student recruitment company.

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Contents WhatCollege School Map WhatCollege Advantage High School Academics After School Activities Day in the Life of a Student Accommodation University Preparation & Student Achievements High School Application Process Explore Our High Schools Page 4 Page 6 Page 7 Page 11 Page 16 Page 17 Page 20 Page 22 Page 24

KEY FACTS AT A GLANCE WhatCollege is a leading comprehensive network of High Schools & Boarding Schools in U.S. & Canada: About Us § Founded in 2001 by an All-American Student Athlete § More than 21 years of experience in International Education § Secured over $4 Billion in tuition § Worked with over 35,000 international students § 40+ Private Day High Schools & Boarding Schools The Team § Over 70+ team members globally § Global presence in U.K., U.S., Spain, Brazil, India, China, Vietnam & Korea § Students come from 87 different international countries § Partnerships of over 50+ Universities in North America Our High Schools § Private High Schools & Boarding Schools with a track record of student success § Schools ranging from K 12 to High Schools from Co-Ed to Single Gender schools § A wide range of locations in North America & tuition to fit all family’s budgets 2

Introduction

WhatCollege was created by international students, for international students. We aim to provide life changing academic opportunities to international students and an experience that will carry them through a lifetime.

Founded by Andrew Kean in 2001 with support from the Prince's Trust, we have assisted over 35,000 students with their admission to over 1,000 colleges and universities, becoming the world’s leading authority in American sports scholarships. FirstPoint USA was later acquired by UCFB, a leader in sports industry education. Expanding on the success and experience sending students abroad, WhatCollege was established as the academic arm of the FirstPoint Group.

WhatCollege simplifies the study abroad search, application, and acceptance process by providing complete end to end application management and counselling support for our international students. Our in house search and apply platform provides students a seamless experience on their journey to study abroad.

We empower people around the world to study abroad and access the best education.

Andrew Kean, Pictured Left CEO of FirstPoint USA & WhatCollege

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WhatCollege High School Network

Newman School

St. Margaret’s School in British Columbia, Canada

Oak Grove Lutheran High School

Our Lady of Good Counsel High School

Overland Christian School

Delaware Christian School Pennsylvania | A+ Garrison Forest School Maryland | A+

Germantown Friends School Pennsylvania | A+ Grier School Pennsylvania | A+ High Mowing School New Hampshire | A Jackson Preparatory School Mississippi | A

High

Rocky Hill Country Day School Saint George's School

Sandy Spring Friends School Solebury School Southside Christian School St Bede Academy St Margarets School St Stanislaus School Summit Christian Academy The Barstow School VillaNova Preparatory School Waring School Watkinson School

School list may vary depending on seat availability * School in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Our Institutions

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Section One

WhatCollege Advantage

I. At WhatCollege, we partner with highly academic U.S. High Schools compromised of largely Niche A ranking or higher with a track record of excellent university outcomes

II. We provide safe learning environment for international students around the world with

WhatCollege Academics

High School education is comprised of 4 years from 9 th grade until 12 th grade. The four years of High School will mirror your academic life of your university pathway whether in the U.S., Canada or globally, allowing a seamless transition to your higher education. This is the primary reason international students strive to study in a U.S. High School in order to gain that valuable experience and maximizing their potential when enrolling in their dream college institution.

Generally, schools will require a total of 48 credits for graduation with 12 credits of subjects taken each semester. Schools will have 4 5 mandatory subjects such as English, Math, Science & Social Studies along with 1 or 2 electives which students can choose from each semester, based on the areas of interest.

Let’s look at the type of courses you’ll be taking over the 4 years:

Freshman, 9th Grade

Theology 2 credits

English 2 credits Math 2 credits Science 2 credits

Social Studies 2 credits

Physical Ed 1 2 credits Electives 2 3 credits

Junior 11th Grade

Theology 2 credits English 2 credits Math 2 credits Science 2 credits

Social Studies 2 credits Electives 1 2 credits

Electives 4 5 credits

Sophomore 10th Grade

Theology 2 credits

English 2 credits Math 2 credits

Science 2 credits

Social Studies 1 2 credits

Physical Ed 1 2 credits

Electives 4 5 credits

Senior 12th Grade

Theology 2 credits

English 2 credits

Math 2 credits

Science 2 credits

Social Studies 1 2 credits

Electives 1 2 credits

Electives 2 10 credits

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“The school was very welcoming from the start with a handwritten letter, and I could feel that the teachers genuinely believed in me”

*Miranda Birones , Class of ’21 at Martin Luther High School

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WhatCollege Advanced Academics (AP, STEM)

AP (Advanced Placement)

American High School education is considered one of the most prestigious education in the world, in part because of the different level of classes offered within academics.

U.S. High Schools offer AP (Advanced Placement) & Honors classes in certain subjects that are much more advanced than the regular subjects. Students will need a good standing GPA to enroll in AP or Honors, as well as earn extra credits towards graduation and most importantly, earn recognition by top universities including Ivy League schools.

Let’s look at some of the sample AP courses offered at a U.S. High School:

AP Studio Art

AP Computer Science Principles

AP Computer Science A

AP Music Theory

AP English Literature

AP English Language

AP Statistics

AP Calculus AB, BC

Dual Credit

AP Biology

AP Chemistry

AP Environmental Science AP Physics

AP Psychology

AP US History

AP World History

U.S. High Schools also offer Dual Credit Courses where, in certain subjects, students are eligible to earn university credits during their High School studies. These courses are college level courses that are taught at either a college campus or high school campus.

Let’s look at some of the sample Dual Credit Courses offered at a U.S. High School:

AP US History, AP Physics, American Government, Mandarin, Spanish etc.

STEM & STEAM

STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics and STEAM includes Arts in the process, all provided within a High School curriculum led by accomplished school faculty with a specialization and higher level of education in this specific sector. The current century is moving fast into STEM & STEAM careers and students will be able to focus on creative engagement courses such as Computer Science, Arts, Technology, Graphic Design etc.

Other courses that enhance the program:

AP Calculus, AP Statistics, AP Biology, AP Physics, AP Environmental Science, AP Chemistry, Design & Technology, AP Computer Science, AP Studio Art

Other activities that enhance the program:

Robotics Club, Math & Science Bowl, Visual Arts Club

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WhatCollege Advanced Academics (IB Diploma)

IB (International Baccalaureate)

The IB Diploma is an internationally recognized qualification that educates students to become global, critical and creative thinkers. It is a holistic, rigorous program respected by the world’s leading universities.

The curriculum includes six subject groups: languages, literature, social studies, science, mathematics and the arts. Students choose one course from each group and study three subjects at higher level and three at standard level. In addition, an independent research project, a Theory of Knowledge course and co curricular activities challenge students to apply their knowledge beyond their subject courses.

The program begins in Grade 11 and students must complete both years in order to obtain their qualification. Let’s look at sample IB courses offered with WhatCollege :

HIGHER LEVEL

Biology Economics French History Mathematics Music Physics Psychology Spanish Theatre Visual Arts World Literature

STANDARD LEVEL Biology Chemistry Economics French History Information Technology for a Global Society (ITGS) Latin Literature Mathematics Music Physics Psychology Spanish Sports Exercise Science Theatre Visual Arts World Religions

How do colleges view the International Baccalaureate Program?

Most major universities recognize the rigor and quality of IB’s approach to academics. Because IB courses are designed to develop skills as well as knowledge, colleges and universities welcome the IB student as someone who is particularly suited to the demands of the college curriculum. Colleges generally view students who complete the whole program more favorably than they do students taking isolated courses.

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Classroom Photos

Small Classrooms Hands On Learning Diverse Student Groups

After School Club Activities

During your High School program, clubs and activities offer opportunities for students to follow their passion through extracurricular life. Students participate in clubs that represent a variety of interests, such as speech club, chess, robotics and debate club. In addition to the clubs, students can establish and participate in student organizations.

Club Activity Examples

Academic Clubs

American Chemical Society ChemClub

Amnesty International Competitions Club

Computer/ Cyberpatriot Club

Future Medical Students of America It's Academic Law and Business Club

Model UN

Mu Alpha Theta Mathematics Honors Society Philosophy Club

Robotics Club

Theology Club

Politics and Government Club

Cultural Clubs

African Student Association Black Student Association Club MENA Filipino Club

Latino Student Association Multicultural Club

My Brother's Keeper

Spectrum Club

Hobby Clubs

Archery Club Baking Club Biking Club Book Club Chess Club Cooking Club Core Club

Disabilities Awareness Club E Sports Club Gaming Club Guitar Club Hiking Club Investments Club Knitting Club Pottery Club Ski Club Star Wars Club Yoga Club

Service Clubs

Art of Sonder Bridge Club Comfort Cases Club Lifting Lives

Maintenance Appreciation Club Project Change

Students for Life Support the Paws Sustainability Club

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After School Club Activities

Robotics Club Chess Club Computer IT Club Music Band

After School Sports Activities

At all grade levels, fitness is incorporated into the curriculum to help students cultivate healthy lifestyles. Athletics programs encourage students to grow through both triumph and defeat and teaches lifelong skills including discipline and teamwork. Students can choose multi sports within a year and will compete with neighboring schools but has to maintain a minimum GPA requirement in order to participate. Once excelling in a particular sport, students can receive athletic scholarships from universities.

School Athletics Activity Examples

Winter Sports Basketball Boys Wrestling Girls Basketball Girls

Swimming/Diving Boys Wrestling

Spring Sports Baseball Tennis Boys Golf Boys Track Boys Soccer Girls Track Girls Softball

Fall Sports I Cross Country Boys Cross Country Girls Football Soccer Boys Cheer Swimming Girls Dance Girls Tennis Girls Volleyball Girls Basketball Boys Basketball Girls

Fall Sports II Wrestling Wrestling Girls Swimming/Diving Boys Spring Sports Baseball Golf Boys Soccer Girls Softball Tennis Boys Track Boys Track Girls

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After School Sports Activities

Girl’s Volleyball American Football Cheerleading Multi Sports High School Stadium

Cultural Activities

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In T h e Life of a Student at an American High School

A Day

6:30am Wake Up 7:0 0am Ready for School 7. 15 am Breakfast 3: 00pm School Ends 12.00pm Lunch 8 : 00am School Starts 3:30pm Club/Sports Activities 5:0 0pm Back to Residence 6.00pm R eco v e r y 10 .00p m Bedtime 7 : 30pm Study 16

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Accommodation How The y Work

At WhatCollege , there are two types of accommodation options depending on which program you are enrolled in.

Private Day School Here, you will be enrolled in a Private High School without a dormitory facility on campus, therefore the schools will place you in a homestay allocated by the school in close proximity.

Boarding School Here, you will be enrolled in a Private High School with dormitory facilities on campus with 24 hour supervision by ‘dorm parents’.

Homestay placements will be with well known American families' schools partner with living locally where we will match your profile and preference to the best of our abilities with the families to ensure you have the best experience. The family will look after you on behalf of your parents, act as your guardians and it’s a great opportunity to learn the family traditions and U.S. cultures.

Boarding Schools will have on campus dormitory that you will be living in with local American students as well as other international students. The schools offer a safe environment to all our students providing them with a dedicated dormitory staff on site 24 hours, meals provided, dorm activities and great way to immerse with American students at the same school.

Boarding School Living on campus with all inclusive package that includes : Tuition Accommodation Food Books Uniform Example Costs: Tuition & Boarding Included: Approx. $40,000 Day School Living with a local American family in a homestay Example Costs: Tuition: Approx. $ 1 0,000 Homestay : Approx. $ 10 ,000 (Meals included) Extra Fees : Approx. $5,000 (Books, uniforms etc.) All WhatCollege Boarding Schools & Day Schools are Private institutions whatcollege c o m 17 AN INTRODUCTION TO WHATCOLLEGE HIGH SCHOOLS

Boarding School

Lounge Area Twin Rooms Study Area 18

Homestay

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University Preparation & Student Achievements

Xin Li, Class of ‘23 at Oak Grove Lutheran School

University Preparation

We understand for international students enrolling in North American High Schools come with the main goal of applying, attending & graduating from a top tier university in the U.S. or abroad. At our respective schools, international students will receive the full support throughout this process. Also, by attending a U.S. High School, it also increases your chances of receiving a scholarship from U.S. Universities & here is how we support you:

I. Organizing & attending university workshops

II. Signing up for university seminars and webinars

III. Research and insights on focus of majors

IV. Application assistance & essay review

V. Follow on career opportunities

Student Achievements

At WhatCollege High Schools, we have a wide range of excellent student outcomes upon graduation of their High School program, and we have a wealth of experience placing students at these universities to be able to help you achieve your ultimate goal of attending a top tier U.S. university.

Auburn University Boston College Boston University Bowdoin University Brown University Carnegie Mellon Columbia University Drexel University George Washington University Harvard University

Johns Hopkins University Kansas State University Marquette University

New York University Northwestern University Princeton University Purdue University Rice Univ

Stanford University Tufts University UC Berkeley UC San Diego UCLA UMass Almherst University of Portland University of Alabama University of Chicago University of Cincinnati University of Georgia University of Illinois University of Kansas University of Maine University of Massachusetts University of Miami University of Minnesota University of Mississipi

University of Missouri University of North Carolina University of Texas University of Vermont University of Virginia University of Washington University of Wisconsin UPenn Vanderbilt University Virginia Tech Yale University

Section Five

"I love the international student program at my school which provides opportunities for us to experience the American culture and the way of life here. They also help with overcoming home sickness by making sure you’re involved in the school community”

WhatCollege University Partnerships

WhatCollege also has an extensive network of universities across the U.S. and upon graduation of WhatCollege High Schools, our students will be able to receive Preferred University Admissions to these universities listed below with many more under our partnerships.

Preferred admissions means once you graduate from our WhatCollege High Schools, you can apply to the below universities through our University Placement Services with seamless transition. This does not guarantee a placement, but it will give you an upper hand in your application process.

If you desire to apply to Ivy League schools or a non partner university anywhere in the U.S. or in the world, our schools are fully equipped to make sure your preparations are met for your higher education.

WhatCollege will always continue to further enhance our university partnerships in order to provide our students with better opportunities in their next level of education.

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Section

High School Application Process

At WhatCollege , we provide a simple, seamless admission process for your choice of school. We will walk you through the entire process of helping you get accepted into our top High School that fit your academic ambitions and course offerings.

The schools will evaluate your credentials such as GPA, English Level & the Interview process. The interview process is for schools to determine your character, the ‘fit’ with the school you are applying to & your English capabilities to determine if you can take classes right away with American students or if you would need ESL courses.

Please see the steps we take below for the start of your journey:

Assess the best high school options for you based on your academic & athletic ambitions

Review of your academic eligibility with your credentials

Arrange a 1-to-1 interview with the school representative

Acceptance letter issued from your school of choice & collection of documents

Secure your F-1 student visa to study abroad in the U.S. & attend Pre-Departure Sessions

Your High School journey in the U.S. begins

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The Assessment Process

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Document Format

The documents can be submitted in scanned copies, but original copies will be required upon arrival to the school

Step 1: Submit Admissions Documents

Passport Copy

English Transcripts (Minimum Last 2 years)

English Test Scores (IELTS, TOEFL, etc. )

English Interview

English Interviews will take approximately 30 minutes with a school representative through a virtual meeting platform such as Zoom, Google Meet or Microsoft Teams

Step 2: Proceed with English Interview

Pre Interview Session with WhatCollege Representative

English Interview with School Representative

Admissions Decision within 1 3 Days

Acceptance Letter Issue (I 20) 5 7 Days

Step 3: Visa Process

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*Visa application duration may vary depending on student’s country of residence

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Explore Our Day Schools (Homestay Programs)

Boston Trinity Academy

Nich e Ranking A+

Boston, Massachusetts

Total 234 Students, Grade 6 12, Co ed , Homestay & Boarding

#5 Best Christian High School in Massachusetts

Computer Science, Graphic Design, College Level Academics

Dedicated College Counselling Univ. Placement: Boston Univ., Boston College, UMass Almherst

Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy

Nich e Ranking A+

Cincinnati, Ohio

Total 1,300 Students, Grade K 12, Co ed , Homestay

#1 Best Christian High Schools in Ohio

CHCA's Robotics team, Fine Arts, Entrepreneurship & Sustainability, 65+ Athletics Teams

100% Graduation Rate & Average ACT of 29 Univ. Placement: Univ. of Cincinnati, Ohio State Univ., Univ. of Miami, Univ. of Kentucky

Concordia Academy

Nich e Ranking A

Roseville, Minnesota

Total 291 Students, Grade 9 12, Co ed , Homestay

#12Best Christian High Schools in Minnesota

Arts, STEM, ICE Lab (CAD Design, 3D Printing, Molecular Gastronomy, Sequencing Music)

Average ACT of 28

Univ. Placement: Univ. of Wisconsin, Univ. of Minnesota

Delaware County Christian School

Nich e Ranking A+

Newtown Square, Pennsylvania

Total 800 Students, K 12, Co ed, Homestay

#4 Best Private High Schools in Delaware County

The Center for Innovation, Robotics and Engineering

Computer Graphics, Fine Arts, Theatre Arts

100% G raduation Rate & Average ACT of 28 Univ. Placement: Univ. of Pittsburgh, Penn State, UPenn, Drexel

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Germantown Friends School

Niche Ranking A+ Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Total 1,129 Students, K 12, Co ed , Homestay

#1 Best High Schools in Pennsylvania Arts, 150+ FS League Championships

100% G raduation Rate & Average ACT of 32 Univ. Placement: Brown, NYU, Columbia, Yale

Oak Grove Lutheran High School

Nich e Ranking A Fargo, N orth Dakota

Total 455 Students, Grade K 12, Co ed , Homestay

#1 in Best Private High Schools in North Dakota Arts, Business/Careers & Technical, Consumer Science, 20+ Clubs & Activities

Univ. Placement: Univ. of Minnesota, Univ. of Wisconsin, Univ. of Texas

Lake Catholic High School

Nich e Ranking A Mentor, Ohio

Total 511 Students, Grade 9 12, Co ed , Homestay #2 in Best Private High Schools in Lake County

Performing Arts, STEAM, Media Learning Center, 15+Sports

100% G raduation Rate & Average ACT 25 Univ. Placement: Ohio State Univ, Univ of Cincinnati, Univ. of Miami

Our Lady Of Good Counsel High School

Nich e Ranking A+

Olney, Maryland

Total 1,255 Students, Grade 9 12, Co ed , Homestay #3 Best Catholic High School in Maryland International Baccalaureate Program

STEM Program, Robotics, Arts Program, 60+ Clubs & Activities

100% G raduation Rate & Average ACT 28 Univ. Placement: Penn State, Georgetown Univ., NYU, Virginia Tech

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Explore Our Day Schools (Homestay Programs)

Overland Christian Schools

Nich e Ranking B+

Overland Park, K ansas

Total 148 Students, K 12, Co Ed , Homestay

9:1 Student Teacher ratio

#12 Best Private K 12 Schools in Kansas

#9 Best Christian High Schools in Kansas Univ. Placement: Rice Univ., Stanford, Harvard

Saint George’s School

Nich e Ranking A+

Spokane, Washington

Total 379 Students, Grade K 12, Co ed , Homestay

#1Best Private High Schools in Spokane;

#1 Best High Schools for STEM in Spokane

International Baccalaureate Diploma Program, Robotics, Washington State "B" All Sports Champions 5 Times Univ Placement: Uni v of Washington, Washington State Univ , Univ of Portland

Rocky Hill Country Day School

Nich e Ranking A+

Warwick, Rhode Island

Total 298 Students, Grade K 12, Co ed , Homestay

#4 Best Private K 12 Schools in RI Arts Program, STEM Classes, Robotics Sailing, Ice & Field Hockey and eSports Graduation Rate 100% & Average ACT of 28 Univ Placement: Boston Univ , Brown Univ., Georgetown

Southside Christian School

Nich e Ranking A

Simpsonville, South Carolina

Total 1,300 Students, Grade K 12, Co ed , Homestay

#1Best College Prep Private Schools in Greenville Area International Students Program, Tech & Media Arts Program

Graduation Rate 100% & Average ACT of 27 Univ. Placement: Univ of Georgia, Auburn Univ , Univ of North Carolina

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Summit Christian Academy

Nich e Ranking A

Lees Summit, Missouri

Total 830 Students, Grade K 12, Co ed , Homestay

#7 Best P rivate K 1 2 Schools in Kansas City

83 Dual Credit O pportunities, 50+ Clubs & Activities

100% Graduation Rate & Average ACT 27

Univ. Placement: Washington Univ , Univ of Missouri,

Waring School

Nich e Ranking A+ Beverly, Massachusetts

Total 164 Students, Grade 6 12, Co ed , Homestay

#6 Best H igh Schools for Arts in Massachusetts Arts Program, Science Engineering Tech Program, Robotics & MakerSpace

Graduation Rate 100% & Average ACT 30 Univ

Placement: Boston Univ., BYU, Tufts Univ

Watkinson School

Nich e Ranking A+ Hartford, Connecticut

Total 245 Students, Grade 6 12, Co ed , Homestay

#7 in Best Private High Schools in Hartford

4:1 Student Teacher Ratio

Global Studies Program, Creative Arts Program

Graduation Rate 100% & Average ACT of 28

Univ. Placement: Tufts Univ , Boston Univ, Univ of Miami

Explore Our Boarding Schools (On Campus Boarding Programs)

Martin Luther High School

Nich e Ranking A

Greendale, Wis c onsin

Total 575 Students, Grade 9 12, Co ed , Boarding

#6Best Boarding School in Wisconsin

STEAM, Robotics, 70+ Electives

Brand New On Campus Boarding (6% Int’l Students)

Students From Albania, China, France, Mexico, Vietnam

100% G raduation Rate & Average SAT of 1370

Univ. Placement: Univ. of Wisconsin, Marquette Univ.

Annie Wright Schools

Nich e Ranking A+

Tacoma, Washington

Total 749 Students, K 12, Boys and Girls Separated, Boarding

#1 Best Private K 12 Schools in Washington

International Baccalaureate Diploma Program

Students From Japan, South Korea, China, Vietnam

100% Graduation Rate & Average SAT of 1340 Univ. Placement: Harvard, Yale, Stanford, UCLA

Blue Ridge School

Nich e Ranking A+ Saint

G eorge, Virginia

Total 170 Students, Grade 9 12, All Boys , Boarding

#3 All Boys High Schools in Virginia

Technology & Entrepreneurship Courses, Robotics

Students F rom Canada, China, Saudi Arabia

Univ. Placement: Univ of Virginia, Univ of Georgia, Uni v . of Miami.

CATS Academy Boston

Nich e Ranking A+

Braintree, Massachusetts

Total 420 Students, Grade 9 12, Co ed, Boarding

#19 Best Boarding High Schools in Boston

Scholars Program in Science, History, Politics & Arts

CATS Innovation Program w/ Wide Range of Electives Univ. Placement: Umass Almherst, Northeastern Univ., Boston College

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Chaminade College Preparatory School

Nich e Ranking A+

St Louis, Missouri

Total 834 Students, Grade 6 12, All Boys , Boarding

#2 Best Boarding High Schools in Missouri STEM, Robotics,

20+ AP Courses

90+ Sports & eSports Teams

100% G raduation Rate & Average SAT of 1310 Univ. Placement: Washington Univ , UCLA

CushingAcademy

Nich e Ranking A+

Ashburnham, Massachusetts

Total 420 Students, Grade 9 12, Co ed , Boarding

#2 Best Private High School in Worcester County Arts, Summer STEM Programs, 20 AP Courses

American Hockey Academy

O n Campus Boarding

100% Graduation Rate & Average SAT of 1340 Univ. Placement: UCLA, Boston College, Brown Univ.

Church Farm School

Niche Ranking A+ Exton, Pennsylvania

Total 145 Students, Grade 9 12, All Boys, Boarding

#5 Best All Boys High School in PA

5:1 Student Teacher Ratio, Avg. class size 10 STEAM curriculum, Focus on Engineering & Computer Science, +43 electives Univ. Placement: Princeton, Cornell, Johns Hopkins

Garrison Forest School

Nich e Ranking A+

Owings Mills, Maryland

Total 513 Students, K 12, All Girls, Boarding

#5 Best B oarding High Schools in Maryland STEM, WISE (Women in Science and Engineer)

Garrison Forest Interscholastic Equestrian Association, & the U.S. Polo Association

Students from China, Canada, Mexico, Germany, Spain Univ. Placement: Boston Univ., Univ. of Virginia, NYU

Explore Our Boarding Schools (On Campus Boarding Programs)

Grier School

Nich e Ranking A+

Tyrone, Pennsylvania

Total 260 Students, Grade 7 12, All Girls, Boarding

#6 Best Boarding High Schools in Pennsylvania

#1 Best H igh Schools for Arts in Pennsylvania Arts, Computer Science, 20+AP Courses

Grier School Riding Program

Graduation Rate 100% & Average SAT of 1310 Univ. Placement: Yale, Stanford, Columbia Univ

Jackson Preparatory School

Nich e Ranking A

Flowood, Mississippi

Total 837 Students, Grade 6 12, Co ed , Boarding

#2 Best Private High Schools in Mississippi

#3 Best High Schools for STEM in Mississippi Arts, Visiting Writers Series Hosted notable writers

Winner of 26 out of 27 MAIS All Sports Awards

Average SAT of 1310; Average ACT of 29 Univ. Placement: Vanderbilt Univ., Univ. of Texas

High Mowing School

Nich e Ranking A

Wilton, Ne w Hampshire

Total 287 Students, Grade K 12, Co ed , Boarding

#2 Best Private K 12 Schools in New Hampshire

#1 Best High Schools for the Arts in NH Arts, Science Program, Circus Study Program

Waldorf Pedagogy

Students from Australia, Brazil, China, Thailand Univ. Placement: Boston Univ , NYU , Univ of Vermont

John Bapst Memorial High School

Nich e Ranking A

Bangor, Maine

Total 487 Students, Grade 9 12, Co ed , Boarding

#6 Best Boarding High Schools in Maine

Social Science Program, 20+ AP Courses

Graduation Rate 100% & Average ACT of 29 Students from China, Vietnam, Germany Univ. Placement: Boston Univ , Bowdoin College, Northeastern Univ.

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Life Preparatory Academy

Nich e Ranking B+ Wichita, Kansas

Total 415 Students, Grade K 12, Co ed , Homestay & Boarding

#8 Most Diverse Private High Schools in America

Investing Club, Arts, Dance Club

100+ Athletes, Student's Athletic future Assistance Univ. Placement: UCLA, Northeastern Univ., Harvard

Linden Hall High School

Nich e Ranking A+

Lititz, Pennsylvania

Total 379 Students, Grade K 12, All Girls, Boarding

#2 Best All Girls High School in Pennsylvania Aviation Program, Arts, STEM Programs

Students From Germany, UK, Korea, China, Average SAT of 1300 Univ. Placement: UPenn, Carnegie Mellon, Drexel University

Maur Hill Mount Academy

Nich e Ranking A

Atchison, Kansas

Total 164 Students, Grade 9 12, Co ed , Boarding

#7 Best Private High Schools in Kansas

Individual Academic Support, 30+ Clubs and Activities

Graduation Rate 100% & Average ACT 25 Univ. Placement: Univ of Texas, UCLA, Kansas State Univ

The Newman School

Nich e Ranking A+

Boston, Massachusetts

Total 240 Students, Grade 7 12, Co ed , Boarding

#120 Best Boarding High School in The USA International Baccalaureate Program

Summer STEM Program, Robotics, Sailing Students F rom B razil, Japan, K azakhstan

Graduation Rate 100% & Average ACT of 30

Univ Placement: Harvard, NYU, Brown Univ

Explore Our Boarding Schools (On Campus Boarding Programs)

Riverstone International School

Nich e Ranking A+ Boise, Idaho

Total 416 Students, Grade K 12, Co ed , Boarding

#1 Best High Schools for STE M in Idaho

Ranked in the top 4% of K 12 Private Schools in the US Idaho's First IB World School IB , PYP, MYP and DP

Ski & Snowboard

100% Graduation Rate & Average ACT of 29 Univ. Placement: Stanford Univ., Yale, Columbia

Sandy Spring Friends School

Niche Ranking A+

Sandy Spring, Maryland

Total 676 Students, K 12, Co ed , Boarding

#6 Best Boarding High Schools in Maryland Arts, Athletics Program 33 Interscholastic Sport Team

100% G raduation Rate & Average SAT of 1300 Univ. Placement: George Washington Univ., Drexel Univ.

Solebury School

Nich e Ranking A+

Solebury, Pennsylvania

Total 237 Students, Grade 9 12, Co ed , Boarding

#10 Best Boarding High Schools in Pennsylvania

STEM Programs, +100 Electives, The IDEA Lab (Invention, Design, Engineering, and the Arts)

100% Graduation Rate & Average ACT of 27 Univ. Placement: UPenn, Columbia, NYU

St. Bede Academy

Nich e Ranking A

Peru, Illinois

Total 292 Students, Grade 9 12, Co ed , Boarding

#4 Best B oarding High Schools in Illinois

1,625m2 Perino Science Center

45+ Clubs & Sports Activities

Graduation Rate 100% & Average SAT 1320 Univ. Placement: Purdue Univ , Univ of Illinois, Northwestern Univ

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St. Margaret’s School

Nich e Ranking A +

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Total 353 Students, K 12, All Girls, Boarding

Canada First and Only Girls’ STEM School, Robotics,

First Tech Challenge Club, Triathlon Club

IB Candidate School for the Diploma Program

Students from Canada, Japan, Australia, Ireland, England, Spain

100% G raduation Rate & 4.6 univ. oﬀers per graduate student

Univ. Placement: UCLA, UC Berkely, Univ of Massachusetts

St. Mary’s School

Niche Ranking A+

Medford, Oregon

Total 544 Students, 5 12, Co ed , Homestay & Boarding #1Best Catholic High Schools in Oregon

#1 in STEM Courses: Anatomy, Robotics, Engineering 100% G raduation Rate & Average SAT of 1320; ACT 30 Univ. Placement: Oregon State Univ., Univ. of Washington

St. Stanislaus School

Nich e Ranking A

Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi

Total 342 Students, Grade 7 12, All Boys , Boarding

#2 Best College Prep Private High Schools in Mississippi

STEM Classes, STEM Lab, Robotics, Marine Science

Sailing and eSports

Graduation Rate 100% & Average ACT of 27

Students from Mexico, China, UK Univ. Placement: Univ of Mississippi, Vanderbilt Univ, Uni v . of Alabama

Villanova Preparatory School

Nich e Ranking A+

Ojai, California

Total 190 Students, Grade 9 12, Co ed, Boarding

#16 Best Boarding High Schools in California

International Baccalaureate Diploma Program

Clare Boothe Luce Scholar Program Women in Science, Engineering, and Mathematics

100% G raduation Rate & Average ACT of 29

Univ. Placement: UC Berkeley, UC San Diego, Stanford

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