F-1 Academic Private Day School

The F-1 Student Visa Program allows international high school students to study in the U.S. for a semester or a full academic year while living with an American host family or attending a private, public, or boarding school. F-1 students have the option to extend their stay, study for multiple years, and even graduate from a U.S. high school.

Eligible students must maintain good academic standing and demonstrate good English language skills. Age requirements vary depending on the school chosen. Participants should also have a genuine interest in experiencing American culture and education.

You can choose to study for one semester (approximately 5 months), a full academic year (around 10 months), or longer if you wish to complete your high school education in the U.S. One key benefit of the Select Program is the ability to return for additional years.

You will stay with an American host family, carefully selected and vetted by SEEDS and their U.S. partner organization. Host families provide a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment. In the F-1 program, host families may receive compensation. If you choose a boarding school, you will reside in a supervised dormitory.

If you’re on an F-1 visa, you have the option to attend either public or private high schools in the U.S. However, if attending a public school, F-1 students are limited to one year, and they must pay tuition to the school district. In contrast, there is no time limit for F-1 students attending private schools. The F-1 visa offers more flexibility in terms of school choice and duration of stay. F-1 students can renew their visa for multiple years as long as they are enrolled in a U.S. school.