International Student Program - Grace Christian Academy

MAKING A GLOBAL IMPACT

The GCA International Program is designed to impact 9th-12th grade international student life on and off campus. Our main goal is to spread our mission, vision, and values to provide our students the best Academic, Athletic, and Arts experience with a biblical worldview. International students are encouraged to apply from anywhere around the world. Dedicated international housing will be available through host families at Grace Christian Academy or Grace Baptist Church and in our independent housing complex adjacent to our school campus. The International Program will offer academic rigor, athletic competition, and immersion into American culture. It will also serve to expand their cultural understanding and experiences of current GCA students.

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"Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age."

- Matthew 28:19-20

WE ARE EXCITED TO WELCOME YOU TO THE RAMILY!

Our goal is to prepare students for the interconnected world community they will inherit by promoting global understanding and citizenship, fostering a deep appreciation for the languages and cultures of the world, and helping spread the gospel to the ends of the Earth.

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EXPERIENCE IT ALL

PREPARING FOR LIFE

Our boarding community allows students to become more self-sufficient, independent and responsible so they are well-prepared for college and life beyond GCA.

CARING SUPERVISION

All of our dormitories are led by dorm parents and volunteers who serve as mediators, mentors, counselors and advisers.

ACADEMIC SUPPORT

Students can work in the Learning Center, study alone or in groups, research, meet with tutors, or just relax on campus.

OFF CAMPUS FUN

GCA's residential life team always has something fun on the daily calendar, and on weekends they take it up a notch. From college visits, to movie nights, students will get to experience everything East Tennessee has to offer.

ADMISSIONS INFORMATION

ADMISSIONS PROCESS

Contact International Coordinator for information about Grace Christian Academy – claudio.rico@gcarams.org
Complete the International Student Admissions Application
Submit the past three years of school transcripts. These can be emailed to claudio.rico@gcarams.org
Take the Duolingo English assessment test and send results to claudio.rico@gcarams.org
Online interview with school administration
Once accepted an enrollment packet will be sent and your I-20 will be issued.

CAMPUS ACTIVITIES

Our goal is to provide each student with a rich and authentic experience. Participants in the program will have access to housing, dining options, social activities, and joint training sessions with American coaches. They will also participate in lectures and classroom activities. We understand that this experience is a unique opportunity for the student to understand and learn the discipline, structure, and expectations of American programs. This experience aims to broaden horizons and strengthen the student's purpose in pursuing a high school experience in the United States. VIEW DAILY SCHEDULE

TUITION INFORMATION

ANNUAL TUITION: $60,000

*Insurance cost is subject to change

** Tuition includes: room and board, medical insurance, nineteen meals per week, workbooks, textbooks, uniforms (2 polos, 3 spirit wear shirts, 2 sweatshirts) athletics fees, class fees, facility fee, technology fee (including 1:1 Chromebook rental), science/computer lab, PSAT fee (9-11), Pre-ACT fee (9-10), and school yearbook. This can be paid through our financial system (FACTS/SIS) through a domestic or international account.

*** Withdrawal policy: if a student chooses to withdraw from this program, they will still be responsible for paying the full annual tuition.