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Achieve your full potential at a boarding school in the USA. With modern campuses, expert teachers and classmates from 60+ countries, an EF Academy education prepares students for a truly global future. Our internationally recognized diplomas, personalized university guidance and comprehensive co-curricular program provide students with a transformational boarding school experience in the USA.
We take a holistic approach to learning, developing students' academic and personal growth through hands-on learning opportunities and intercultural experiences. Our highly qualified educators, university advisors, residential staff and diverse student body create a modern American high school experience on two safe, stimulating campuses in New York and Pasadena.
Stand out among university applicants with a world-class qualification from a boarding school in the US. We offer the US High School Diploma and International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma programs because of their respected academic standing, breadth of subject choices and strong foundations for applying to university.
Our unique guidance system provides students with one-to-one academic support, course planning and a university preparation program that begins as soon as you enroll at one of our boarding schools in America. This personalized approach to learning includes meeting with experienced university advisors, test preparation sessions and interview coaching that ensures every student approaches their university applications with confidence.
This internationally-recognized diploma is respected by universities worldwide as a rigorous high school qualification. Students study six subject at standard and higher level to build a diploma that highlights their strengths and puts internationalism at the core of the curriculum.
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As the most popular high school qualification in the United States, the US High School Diploma offers the ideal preparation for students interested in applying to American universities. The program's flexibility and course options mean students can tailor the diploma to match their interests and ambitions.
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At our boarding schools in the US, students experience American culture while also exploring the cultures of their international friends. Our caring residential team, health staff and activities coordinators ensure our campuses provide the ideal setting for students to gain independence, expand their world views and become responsible global citizens in a safe environment.
Modern halls of residence
Spacious classrooms and leisure spaces
Student support network on campus and in your home country
One of the advantages of going to boarding school in the USA is the time built in for co-curricular activities. Whether you want to pursue interests like STEM and the arts, or find new passions through sports or community service, our extensive offering of activities and excursions provides ample opportunities for trying something new and making the most of student life in the USA.
120+ clubs and activities
On-campus sports facilities
Weekly excursions and field trips
Our international boarding schools in the United States welcome students from all over the world. With East Coast and West Coast locations, each campus has a distinct local feel but embraces the same commitment to quality education and intercultural exchange.
Choose a boarding school campus to continue exploring EF Academy.
Attending a boarding school in the US comes with the added benefit of gaining exposure to American universities and career opportunities. At EF Academy, we provide the focused environment, individualized support and global network that set students on the path to succeed at university and beyond.
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