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U.S. High School Programs

Find Your Place in a U.S. School.

More arts? A new sport? Classes that challenge you? Start with what matters to you. We help you compare programs, explore school life and build a plan with your family.

Under 13? Explore with a parent or guardian and use their details for contact steps.

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Your interests belong in the picture.

Your January 2027 shortlist

Start with a school you can picture.

Explore these recommended school and district options, from Arizona and California to Idaho and Florida.

Recommendations updated October 15, 2026 for January 2027. Admission, campus, courses and host-family availability must be confirmed for each student. A recommendation is not a reserved place.

These are a selection of our options. We also help with private day schools, boarding and other U.S. destinations.

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Programs for International Students in the U.S.

Compare public school, private school and boarding. Your advisor helps confirm the school, term and complete quote.

F-1 Public School

F-1 Visa

Duration: 12 months total maximum

Best for: A public high school study period of up to 12 months total

From

$18,200 USD

Fall 2027 semester

2027–28 academic year

Confirm the school, housing and extra costs in your full written quote.

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F-1 Private Day School

F-1 Visa

Duration: Semester – multi-year, by school and program

Best for: Longer academic stay or building a pathway toward U.S. university

From

$24,500 USD

2027–28 academic year

Scholarships available at selected private and boarding schools. Eligibility and awards require confirmation.

Confirm the school, housing and extra costs in your full written quote.

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Boarding School

F-1 Visa

Duration: Semester – multi-year, by school and program

Best for: Residential campus experience with academic and personal 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.

Scholarship eligibility and places need confirmation. Additional costs apply.

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Exchange, short-term and summer programs

J-1 Cultural Exchange

J-1 Visa

Duration: 1 semester – 1 academic year

Best for: Full cultural immersion with a U.S. host family and local school

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Short-Term Programs

F-1 Visa

Duration: 4–15 weeks (2026–27 guide)

Best for: Test the U.S. experience before committing to a full year

Family quote required

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21-Day Summer Exchange

Confirm entry requirements

Duration: 21 days

Best for: Try the American homestay experience before committing to a full year

Family quote and dates required

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Make room for life after class.

A team to cheer for. A club to try. Time with new friends. Tell us what you enjoy so school life and your living arrangements are part of the conversation.

Activities vary by school and community. Sports participation depends on school and league eligibility.

A clear plan, with support along the way.

Three steps from your first questions to preparing for school.

  1. Step 1

    Tell us what matters

    Share your interests, study goals and the support you need. Explore program guidance or potential school matches.

  2. Step 2

    Compare and apply

    Review the school, courses, housing and full quote with your family. We guide applications and visa preparation; schools and U.S. authorities make the decisions.

  3. Step 3

    Prepare for your arrival

    Work through travel, housing and arrival plans. Confirm your support contacts and how check-ins work during your program.

Start With Your Interests. Build From There.

Explore your pathway first, then review the options with your family and an advisor. There is no need to choose a school today.

A Few Questions Before You Start

You do not need to have every answer yet.

Can I explore before choosing a program?

Yes. Start with the pathway quiz and the program pages. Depending on your pathway, you can explore program guidance or potential school matches. Results are a starting point for advisor review, not an application, admission decision or confirmed place.

What if I do not know my budget yet?

Review the published starting prices with your family and confirm the complete quote for the school, academic year and term you are considering. Scholarships have eligibility conditions and limited places. Ask the Arrivo team to confirm the full written quote, including housing and additional costs.

When should I involve a parent or guardian?

Bring a parent or guardian into budget, application and travel planning. If you are under 13, ask them to complete contact steps using their own contact details. You can still explore the public program information together.

Planning together? Share the family guide with a parent or guardian.

Ask a Question

Ask about programs, your goals or your next step. Please do not send diagnoses or medical records.

Before you share your details

Please confirm you are 13 or older. Students under 13 should ask a parent or guardian to complete this form using their own contact details. Please do not include diagnoses or medical records.

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