F-1 Private School
Find a private school that fits you.
Compare private day schools and boarding options around your subjects, learning style and goals. We help you shortlist schools and plan applications and housing. Admission, places and the complete family quote need school-specific confirmation.
Academic-year starting price
From
$24,500 USD
2027–28 academic year
Scholarships available at selected private and boarding schools. Eligibility and awards require confirmation.
Published example: Dominion Academy of Dayton · Choice academic-year program.
Housing is included in this program quote. Medical insurance is included. The amount covers the stated academic year. Other terms have separate prices.
Confirm before you choose
- School admission, host-family placement and extra fees must be confirmed.
Additional costs:Flights, visa and passport costs, personal spending, optional orientation and additional school-specific fees.
Your family receives a full written quote for the selected school, intake and program before committing.
Find your pathway →Why Families Choose F-1 Private School
School options, practical planning and support for your family.
School Choice With Guidance
Build a shortlist around academics, school culture, activities and support. The school confirms admission, available places and access to particular courses.
Multi-Year Pathway
Private-school study may continue subject to school and immigration requirements. Plan a 2-year, 3-year, or full high school pathway — and build the transcript U.S. universities want to see.
Smaller Class Sizes
Private schools typically offer smaller classes, more individualized attention, and stronger college counseling infrastructure — especially valuable for international students.
Day School + Host Family
Your student attends school during the day and lives with a vetted host family. The best of both worlds — academic rigor and genuine American family life.
F-1 Private vs. Boarding vs. Public
Three F-1 pathways. Here's how they compare.
- School type: Private (full choice)
- Housing: Host family or off-campus
- Cost: Family quote required
- Class size: Smaller (typically 10–20)
- Duration: Multi-year
- Best for: Targeted school selection
- School type: Boarding (residential)
- Housing: On-campus (included)
- Cost: Family quote required
- Class size: Smaller (varies)
- Duration: Multi-year
- Best for: Structured campus living
- School type: Public (choice program)
- Housing: Host family
- Cost: Family quote required
- Class size: Larger (20–30+)
- Duration: 12 months total maximum
- Best for: Diverse community experience
Not sure which F-1 path is right? That's what the first call is for. We'll walk through your student's goals, budget, and learning style — and tell you which program actually makes sense.
How F-1 Private School Placement Works
Six steps from discovery to enrollment — and we're with you at every one.
Most families go from first call to enrollment in 6–10 weeks, depending on school admissions timelines and visa processing.
- 01
Discovery Call & Student Profile
We learn about your student — academic level, goals, personality, independence, budget. We assess whether F-1 private day school is the right path or if another program makes more sense.
- 02
School Shortlist
We build a shortlist of 3–5 private schools, each with a clear reason why it's a match. Not a spreadsheet — a curated list based on your student specifically.
- 03
Applications & Admissions
We handle applications, essay strategy, interview prep, and communication with admissions offices. Your family never has to figure out the next step alone.
- 04
I-20, Visa & SEVIS
The school issues the I-20 form. We walk you through the SEVIS fee, visa interview prep, and document assembly. No late-night Googling required.
- 05
Housing Coordination
Day school students need housing. We coordinate placement with a vetted host family or, for some schools, a supervised residential option. Background checks, home visits, interviews — same standards as every Arrivo Group placement.
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Enrollment & Ongoing Support
Orientation, school introduction, and support that lasts the entire program. Regular check-ins, academic monitoring, and someone to call when things come up.
What F-1 Private School Actually Costs
Choice program packages include housing and meals. Compare the complete program quote.
Standard
Confirmed family quote required
Strong academics, established international student programs, good ESL support. Solid entry point for most families.
Premium
Confirmed family quote required
Broader AP/IB selection, dedicated college counseling, smaller class sizes. Better for families targeting competitive universities.
Elite
Confirmed family quote required
Selective admissions, advanced programs, high university placement rates. For families with specific academic targets.
Compare the complete family quote and its inclusions. The Choice guide includes housing, meals and medical insurance; school-specific terms and extra fees need confirmation.
Request your full program quote →Questions About F-1 Private School
Real answers. No PR-speak.
What's the difference between F-1 private and boarding school?
Boarding school includes on-campus housing — your student lives at the school. At a private day school, students attend classes during the day and live off campus, often with a host family. A day-school program package may include housing, meals and insurance even though school tuition alone does not. Compare the inclusions in each school-specific family quote.
How much does F-1 private school cost?
A school-specific family quote is required for your selected term. The partner Choice guide packages include housing, meals and medical insurance; confirm the exact family quote and school-specific fees. Do not add included housing or insurance a second time. Request a complete written quote for the school, academic year and term.
Can my student choose which school they attend?
Your family can compare and apply to specific private schools. We help build a shortlist around academics, activities, location and support. Each school decides admission, confirms available places and sets course eligibility.
Can F-1 students stay for multiple years?
Yes. Private-school study may continue through graduation subject to school admission, I-20 and immigration requirements; visa renewal is not automatic. Many families plan a multi-year pathway — starting in 9th or 10th grade and staying through 12th grade and university applications.
What about housing?
F-1 private day school students typically live with vetted host families near the school. Every family goes through background checks, home inspections, and interviews. For some schools, supervised residential options are available. We coordinate housing as part of the placement — it's not an afterthought.
How is this different from F-1 public school?
F-1 Private places students in private schools — smaller class sizes, more specialized programs, often stronger college counseling. F-1 Public places students in public schools through choice programs — larger student bodies, more diverse communities, typically lower cost. Both use the F-1 visa. We help you decide which fits your student's goals and budget.
The Right Private School Is Out There. Let's Go Find It.
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