Academy
Grades 9–12 · F-1 Day School + Homestay
Connecticut's Most Unique Independent Academy
Best Fit Students
- Full-immersion U.S. day school experience
- Developing English with structured support
- Thrives in a large, diverse student body
- Interested in U.S. college pathways — especially Northeast universities
- Prefers homestay over dormitory living
Academic Profile
- 18 AP courses & 45 college credit courses
- 7 world languages offered
- Multilingual Learners (ML) Program
- New Arrival Center for incoming students
- 75+ clubs · 50 athletic teams
- Avg class size: 22 · Student-teacher ratio: 1:15
Tilton School
A tight-knit boarding and day school in the Lakes Region, Tilton fosters personal growth through experiential learning, leadership development, and an intentionally small class size.
Darlington School
Set on a stunning 500-acre campus, Darlington blends Southern warmth with world-class academics, offering a full boarding experience with college preparatory rigor and an award-winning arts program.
Fork Union Military Academy
A Christian military boarding school offering a structured single-subject academic plan proven to accelerate academic performance, with exceptional character development and athletic programs.
Admiral Farragut Academy
Florida's only coeducational military school, situated on a beautiful waterfront campus. Farragut combines STEM and flight sciences with a strong leadership framework and boarding program.
Riverside Military Academy
One of the South's most respected military academies, Riverside offers a disciplined residential program for young men, with a track record of producing college-ready leaders across academics, athletics, and service.
Valley Forge Military Academy
Located just outside Philadelphia, VFMA offers an elite military and academic program on a striking 119-acre campus, with a nationally recognized JROTC program and exceptional college preparatory curriculum.
West Nottingham Academy
America's oldest boarding school, WNA offers a uniquely personal 60-acre rural campus experience with individualized academic plans, a warm international community, and a Post-Graduate program for students seeking an additional year.
North Central Texas Academy
A small, family-focused Christian boarding school in the Texas Hill Country offering a personalized academic program, equestrian facilities, and an exceptionally supportive environment for international students adjusting to life in the U.S.
Kimball Union Academy
Set in the Upper Valley of New Hampshire, KUA offers a classic New England boarding experience with Harkness-style discussion-based learning, strong winter sports, and a close-knit global community of 350 students.
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