International Students
International Students, grades 7-11 who are prepared to mainstream into regular classes, are welcome to apply for admission to Valley Christian Schools. This opportunity allows students to study and acquire an American education taught through a Biblical Worldview. Valley Christian High School offers college preparatory academics, including AP courses and a well-rounded approach to education including sports, arts, and music. Valley Christian Schools issues I-20 status to students who meet all our general admissions requirements and who will be living with a Christian HomeStay family during their stay.
We have had students attend Valley Christian Schools from Korea, China, Thailand, Japan, Cambodia, Taiwan, Egypt, Germany, Lithuania, Norway, India, Vietnam, The Philippines, Russia, Indonesia and Austria.
International Student Timeline 2026-2027
- November 1st: Application opens (see below for details)
- June 30th: Remaining balance due - account must be paid in full
- July 30th: Latest arrival date to the US
- August 3rd - 7th: Mandatory International Student Orientation
- August 10th: First Day of School
Application Process:
Apply for the 2026-2027 school year
Additional items you will need to submit to be considered for admission:
- Your Application
- Most recent school transcripts (translated into English)
- English recent proficiency test scores (see below for test options)
- 2 teacher recommendations.
- Essays
- Copy of your passport
- Pictures of you and your life at home
- $500 Application fee
Once these items are submitted, we will schedule a Zoom or Skype interview with you and your family.
If you are accepted, you will be asked to submit additional items before a student visa can be issues. This will include items like medial records, evidence of financial support, a 50% deposit, etc. Don't worry though - Mrs. Campos will let you know everything you need to do to become a Valley Christian student. The first step is to submit all of your application items. Please let us know if you have any questions!
What scores does Valley Christian require for English proficiency? Our program does NOT include an ESL component, so all international students must show English competency to verify their ability to function in our mainstream classrooms. International Students applying to VCS are required to submit scores for one of the following: the Test of English as a Foreign Language/TOEFL (minimum score of 70), TOEFL Jr. (minimum score of 750), Duolingo (minimum score of 95), or iTEP (minimum score of 4.0). SLEP is no longer an accepted entrance exam. Other English proficiency exams may be accepted - please ask if other tests meet requirements. These tests are only a partial indicator of a student's ability to excel at VCS. Transcripts, personal essays, teacher recommendations, and an in-person or Skype/Zoom interview are also a part of the application.
Links:
If you have questions please contact Lorena Campos; International Student Program Coordinator at (562) 865-0281 x 228 or lcampos@vcschools.org
