Guides for boarding school families
Expert insight on admissions, school selection, financial aid, and everything in between.
F-1 Student Visa for Boarding School: Complete Guide
A step-by-step guide to the F-1 student visa process for boarding school - from receiving your I-20 to passing the embassy interview and maintaining status during school.
Read article → International studentsWhat to Expect Your First Year at a U.S. Boarding School (For International Students)
A month-by-month look at what international students actually experience in their first year at a U.S. boarding school - from orientation week through the final day of classes.
Read article → International studentsFinancial Aid for International Students at U.S. Boarding Schools
How financial aid works for international families applying to U.S. boarding schools – which schools offer it, how much you can expect, and how to apply when you don't file U.S. taxes.
Read article → Student athletesAthletic Scholarships at Boarding Schools: A Guide
How financial aid works for student-athletes at boarding schools and what 'athletic scholarship' actually means in this context.
Read article → School selection8 Boarding School Myths That Stop Families From Even Applying
The most persistent misconceptions about boarding school – on cost, who it's for, what student life is really like, and whether it's worth it.
Read article → Financial aidHow Much Does Boarding School Cost – And Can We Afford It?
A clear breakdown of boarding school costs, what financial aid is actually available, and why many families are surprised by what they end up paying.
Read article → International studentsTOEFL vs Duolingo: Which Test for Boarding School?
A practical comparison for international boarding school applicants – how the TOEFL and Duolingo English Test differ in format, acceptance, cost, and preparation.
Read article → International studentsU.S. Boarding Schools for International Students
A complete guide for international families applying to U.S. boarding schools – covering language requirements, visa process, cultural fit, and financial aid.
Read article → AdmissionsSSAT vs ISEE: Which Test Should Your Student Take?
A clear comparison of the SSAT and ISEE – how they differ in structure, scoring, and difficulty – so you can choose the right test for your student.
Read article → Student athletesBoarding Schools for Student-Athletes: Finding Fit
How student-athletes can use boarding school to accelerate both athletic and academic development – and how to evaluate schools for sports programs and coaching.
Read article → AdmissionsBoarding School Interview Tips: How to Prepare Your Student
What boarding school interviews are really looking for, how to prepare without making your student sound rehearsed, and the questions that trip families up most.
Read article → School selectionBoarding School vs Day School: Which Is Right?
A practical comparison of boarding and day schools across academics, student life, cost, and outcomes – to help families make a confident decision.
Read article → School selectionHow to Choose the Right Boarding School for Your Student
A practical framework for narrowing down thousands of schools to the handful that truly fit your student, covering academics, environment, culture, and more.
Read article →Have questions a blog post can't answer?
Book a free consultation with a placement expert.
Book Free Consultation →