Welcome international students!

歡迎 - Bienvenue - υποδοχή - Willkommen - Bienvenido

We consider international students to be an integral part of our student body. Roycemore prides itself on having a diverse and friendly school community that brings together students of many nationalities, ethnicities, and religions in the pursuit of knowledge. Over the past ten years, we have had students from England, Greece, Germany, Japan, the Republic of South Korea, and China.

What benefits do international students gain by attending Roycemore?
First and foremost, Roycemore School prepares students for college education and for responsible citizenship in a global society through a strong college prep curriculum and an emphasis on the individual student. 100% of our graduates go on to college. We offer a broad curriculum with many AP classes so that students are well prepared to do college level work. The option to take classes at Northwestern University for qualified Upper School students is a great way for students to become familiar with an American university. All sports and activities Roycemore has to offer are available to interested students, whether they want to perfect their basketball game or try singing in the chorus for the first time.

At Roycemore, students have the opportunity to make valuable connections to faculty and peers, resulting in friendships that will last a lifetime. These relationships, in addition to Roycemore’s small, close-knit community, become especially important as students settle into an often-unfamiliar place.

What type of visa does my child need?
In order to attend Roycemore as an international student, your child will need to obtain an F1 visa.  If the student is currently studying in the United States under a parent’s visa, documentation will need to be provided to Roycemore prior to his/her acceptance.

Does my child need to speak English?
Yes.  Roycemore requires that all international students applying for grades 1 and higher be proficient in English at or near grade level. We will verify this through his/her English grades and an in-person or telephone interview.  We do not offer English as a Second Language (ESL) classes at Roycemore.

Does Roycemore offer boarding or host placement?
No.  Roycemore is a day school with no option to stay on campus.  We also do not offer placements with host families.  Students will need to arrange to stay with an adult (beyond college age) who is a relative or friend of the family or an American guardian secured by the family. This person must function as the student's guardian while he/she attends Roycemore School.

How do I obtain a visa for my child?
The U.S. government mandates that schools use a system of tracking international students called SEVIS.  The SEVIS program creates an I-20 form with a special barcode attached.  That I-20 should be taken to your consulate or embassy so that your visa can be issued.  

It is also important to note that an I-20 WILL NOT be released until you have been accepted to Roycemore and have paid the $1,000 US enrollment deposit.