International Student Admissions
Welcome to San Diego – America’s Finest City
High Bluff Academy welcomes students from all nations. This school is authorized under Federal law to enroll nonimmigrant alien students on F-1 student visas. For those students coming alone, guardianship and housing can be arranged with local host families.
San Diego has the ideal climate of any city in the United States. High Bluff Academy is located near beautiful beaches in a charming seaside resort town. Visitors from all over the world flock to San Diego for its outdoor-lifestyle and fun attractions. To find out more about San Diego, please visit http://www.sandiego.org.
High Bluff Academy accepts students entering grades 9 through 12 who have some proficiency in English. English language learners with emerging ability can take our sheltered ESL classes for English and History, as well as Speech and Drama to practice their public speaking skills. Extra support and accommodations are provided for all classes until students are able to perform at grade level without assistance. Our small school is the perfect supportive environment for your student to gain confidence in English.
Students may also elect to repeat a grade or to take a 13th year of high school. This is recommended for students who need more time to improve their English before college or for students who want to have an opportunity to raise their Grade Point Averages (GPA) before applying to university.
TUITION
Tuition: $29,500
ESL Program Fee: $6,000
Late Enrollment Fee (after March 15): $1,000
Graduation Fee (for 12th grade): $500
Students who apply from schools where English is not the primary language of instruction will incur an ESL support fee of $6,000 unless they can provide proof of English proficiency score as follows:
- TOEFL score of 61 iBT with writing score no lower than 19 and no section score below 14
- IELTS overall band score of 5.5, writing score no lower than 5.5 and no section score below 5.0
- Cambridge English B2 First (FCE), C1 Advanced (CAE), C2 Proficiency (CPE) minimum score of 168. (160 and above eligible for pathway program)
- Duolingo score of 95
Seniors (12th grade) will incur a $500 graduation fee which includes their cap and gown, senior activities, and the graduation luncheon.
Homestay fees vary between $2,200 to $2,500 per month. HBA does not provide homestays but will help students to find a homestay through one of the local homestay companies. The fee covers transportation to and from school and three meals per day. There is no public transportation available to and from school.
Application Process
Complete the Application Form
Fill out the application form and send it along with a copy of your passport to info@highbluffacademy.com.
Schedule Your Online Interview
After submitting your application, schedule your online interview with HBA by emailing info@highbluffacademy.com.
Complete the DS-160 Visa Application
After receiving your acceptance letter and I-20 form, complete the DS-160 Non-Immigrant Visa Application
Schedule Your Visa Interview
Contact the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate to schedule your visa interview. You can check the wait time for an appointment here.
Pay the SEVIS Fee
Pay the SEVIS I-901 fee online through the Department of Homeland Security website.
Arrange for Medical Clearances and Insurance
Ensure the student is cleared by a doctor and dentist and submit proof of required immunizations.
