For Families
Your Child Deserves a School That Was Made for Them.
Most agencies find a school. We find the right one — matched on how your child actually learns, what motivates them, and where they'll genuinely thrive. Then we stay involved to make sure it works.
School comparison, homestay planning and clear next steps from the Arrivo team.
20 minutes. No pitch. We might even tell you to wait if that's best for your child.
A clear plan for your family.
Start with your student, then work through the practical decisions together.
What matters to your student
- Subjects, interests and longer-term study goals.
- School size, daily routines and learning support.
- Courses and activities available for their term.
What your family needs to know
- The full written quote, inclusions and additional costs.
- Housing, transport and support contacts.
- Application requirements, visa preparation and arrival plans.
What It Actually Costs
Review published starting prices, then confirm the full quote for your school, term and housing arrangement. Scholarship options have eligibility conditions and limited places.
Boarding School
F-1 VisaDuration: Semester – multi-year, by school and program
Best for: Students who want a residential campus experience with full support
Boarding scholarships from
$13,500 USD
Spring 2027 semester
2026–27 academic year
Scholarships available at selected private and boarding schools. Eligibility and awards require confirmation.
Scholarship rates already reflect the stated award; further reductions are not guaranteed.
Confirm the full quote and inclusions
F-1 Private School
F-1 VisaDuration: Semester – multi-year, by school and program
Best for: Students planning a longer academic stay or college pathway
From
$24,500 USD
2027–28 academic year
Scholarships available at selected private and boarding schools. Eligibility and awards require confirmation.
Confirm the full quote and inclusions
F-1 Public School
F-1 VisaDuration: 12 months total maximum
Best for: Students who want a U.S. public school experience with choice program placement
From
$18,200 USD
Fall 2027 semester
2027–28 academic year
Confirm the full quote and inclusions
J-1 Cultural Exchange
J-1 VisaDuration: 1 semester – 1 academic year
Best for: Students who want a full cultural immersion with a U.S. host family
Request a current quote
Confirm the full quote and inclusions
Short-Term Programs
F-1 VisaDuration: 4–15 weeks
Best for: Families who want a structured immersion before committing to a full year
Family quote required
Confirm the full quote and inclusions
21-Day Summer Exchange
Confirm itinerary entry requirementsDuration: 21 days
Best for: A trial homestay experience before committing to a full academic year
Family quote and dates required
Confirm the full quote and inclusions
What affects the final number: region (California costs more than the Midwest), housing type (homestay vs. campus dorm vs. boarding), add-ons like health insurance and orientation. We walk through real numbers on your discovery call.
Request your full program quote →Compare Programs at a Glance
Here's how our program types compare on visa, cost, housing, and duration.
| Program | Visa Type | Program Price | Housing | Duration | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boarding School | F-1 | Boarding scholarships from $13,500 · Spring 2027 semester · 2026–27 | On-campus (included) | 1–4 years | Families wanting structured campus environment |
| F-1 Private School | F-1 | From $24,500 · 2027–28 academic year | Host family or dorm | 1–4 years | Families targeting specific schools or multi-year plans |
| F-1 Public School | F-1 | From $18,200 · Fall 2027 semester · 2027–28 | Host family | 12 months total maximum | Families wanting a U.S. public school choice program experience |
| J-1 Cultural Exchange | J-1 | Request a current quote | Host family | 1 semester – 1 year | Budget-conscious families wanting cultural immersion |
| Short-Term Programs | F-1 | Family quote required | Varies | 4–15 weeks | Families wanting a trial experience before committing |
| 21-Day Summer Exchange | Confirm entry requirements | Family quote and dates required | Host family | 21 days | Trial homestay before a full academic year |
Prices apply to the program and term shown. Short-term and summer prices require a current quote. Confirm the academic year, availability, scholarship eligibility, inclusions and additional fees with your advisor. Request your complete family quote.
What Working With Us Looks Like
Five steps, with clear priorities at each stage.
You work directly with people who know your child's name, story, and situation — from the first conversation through move-in day and beyond.
- 01
We Talk
You tell us about your child — who they are, how they learn, what matters most to your family. Twenty minutes, free, no commitment. You leave with clarity on which pathway fits and a frank assessment of whether we're the right match.
- 02
We Build a Shortlist
Specific schools and programs selected for your child — not a generic brochure list. Each one comes with a clear reason why it's a match: academics, environment, ESL support, extracurriculars, budget. We explain our thinking.
- 03
You Choose. We Handle the Rest.
Applications, visa paperwork (F-1 or J-1), SEVIS compliance, homestay coordination, school onboarding. We do the bureaucratic heavy lifting so you can focus on the actual decision.
- 04
Your Child Arrives. We Stay.
Regular check-ins with your child and the school after enrollment. If something's off — the fit, the homestay, homesickness, culture shock — we step in. You're never left managing a problem alone.
- 05
Long-Term Relationship, Not a One-Off Placement
Families come back when siblings are ready, or when their student wants to extend. We're in this for the long game, not just the enrollment.
Most families go from first call to confirmed placement in 4–8 weeks.
Your Child Learns Differently. That's Something We Actually Know How to Work With.
Christina has deep expertise in neuroinclusion and IEP advocacy. We match students with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and anxiety to schools that genuinely understand how they learn — not schools that just check a box saying they do.
We also coach parents on navigating the U.S. support system for neurodivergent learners, because it shouldn't take a PhD to get your child the right accommodations in a foreign country.
Learn About Our Neurodiverse Support →Questions Families Always Ask
Real answers. No PR-speak.
OK but really — how much does this cost?
Published academic-year prices show the program and year they apply to. Choice program packages include tuition, housing, meals and medical insurance. Boarding scholarship rates depend on student eligibility and limited places; additional fees and insurance must be confirmed. Short-term and summer prices require a current family quote. We provide the complete written quote for your chosen school and intake before you commit.
What actually happens on the discovery call — is it a sales pitch?
Twenty minutes. You tell us about the student — who they are, how they learn, what matters most. We tell you honestly which pathway fits (or if we're not the right match). No pitch, no pressure, no cost. Think of it as a conversation, not a consultation.
Is the U.S. actually safe right now?
Ask how your selected program screens host households, provides local support and handles urgent concerns. Review the actual school, housing, transport and emergency contacts before departure. The Arrivo team can help you clarify the responsibilities of the school and program.
Visas, paperwork, bureaucracy — do you handle all of that?
We handle the school-side paperwork and make sure everything is SEVIS-compliant — that's the federal system that tracks international students. For immigration law specifics, we connect you with attorneys who specialize in F-1 and J-1 student visas. You won't be Googling visa requirements at 2 a.m. alone.
My child learns differently. Can you actually support that?
Absolutely — and it's one of our proudest specialties. Christina has deep expertise in neuroinclusion and IEP advocacy. We match students with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and anxiety to schools that genuinely understand how they learn — not schools that just say they do. We also coach parents on navigating the U.S. support system for neurodivergent learners, because it shouldn't take a PhD to get your child the right accommodations.
What if it's not working? What if my child wants to come home?
This is exactly why we don't disappear after enrollment. If something's off — the school fit, the homestay, homesickness, culture shock — we step in immediately. We talk to everyone involved, problem-solve together, and if the placement needs to change, we make it happen. Your child is never stuck and you're never alone in this.
Let’s Make Your Next Step Clear.
Take the 6-question quiz to see matched schools with advisor review — or book a free call and we'll talk through it together.
Enrollment windows close earlier than most families expect. Starting the conversation now gives your student the widest range of options.
Or Just Drop Us a Message
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