International Student Program

World-acclaimed program. The experience of a lifetime.

The BASIS Independent Schools International Student Program offers a dynamic and rigorous American educational experience for F-1 international students who wish to earn a high school diploma in the United States. The program offers students the internationally benchmarked and nationally ranked BASIS Curriculum and opportunity for cultural immersion in some of the most vibrant cities in the United States.

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Introduction

International students bring their own unique educational and cultural experiences and build life-long relationships with peers and teachers. Our challenging, enriching program delivers a high level of content mastery in an academic environment that fosters a love of learning, and lays the groundwork for the successful pursuit of higher education and a fulfilling life. We are also committed to providing an array of sports, clubs, and activities to choose from.

Program Quick Facts & Tuition

Program Quick Facts & Tuition

Visa Required: F-1
Admissions Process: Application, TOEFL Score, interview, transcript, and exam
Application Deadline: Rolling Admissions; decisions made ongoing until program is full
International Student Eligibility: Grade eligibility differs based on BASIS Independent School location. Please find the school location nearest to you for more details.
Tuition (2024-25 School Year): $53,000

Admissions Steps & Requirements

Attend an Informational Session

Optional

We encourage our international applicants to attend an Information Session to learn about our world-acclaimed program, meet faculty and staff, and more.

Attend a Guided School Tour

Optional

By attending a campus tour, families will have the opportunity to walk our halls and get a feel for our learning culture.

Submit an Application

Required

Contact your school of interest for application requirements.

Submit TOEFL Score Report

Required

Contact your school of interest for the proper institution code.

Submit Transcripts

Required

Students should submit the last three years of school transcriptions.

Schedule an Interview

Required

Upon receipt of the application and the required documents, the Admissions team will reach out to you via email to schedule an interview and an assessment. The interview will take place via Zoom.

Take Entrance Exam

Required

After you’ve completed your interview and assessment, Admissions will contact you to schedule and complete a proctored entrance exam.

Admissions Decision

After receiving verification of your acceptance, complete the following steps within three weeks:

Complete the enrollment agreement
Pay a non-refundable deposit by wire transfer
Submit a copy of proof of funds
With your Form I-20, apply for an F-1 student visa with the U.S. Embassy
Pay the full amount of tuition by wire transfer by May 1
Complete the medical forms
Arrange your homestay
Prepare for school by reading the recommended list of books or any additional supplementary materials provided by the school