Evangelical Christian School invited the international community to advanced education in 2014. Dr. John Hunte and the Board of Directors envisioned a Christian environment that all students, from all countries, would benefit from a College Prep Christian education which would lead them to achieve personal and academic success. The entire staff and student body embraced the International program and continues to welcome international students warmly. Several of our graduating international students have gone on to achieve secondary degrees at Ivy League institutions.

Evangelical Christian School is a SEVIS approved school, licensed by the State and Exchange Visitor Program to issue I-20 forms. This allows international students to obtain F-1 student visas. ECS offers international students the opportunity to receive a quality, college preparatory education, all taught with a biblical worldview.

Admission Requirements

The Admissions Committee is highly selective and carefully evaluates applicants on the basis of scholastic performance, academic achievements, and English language proficiency. In considering applicants, the committee analyzes a student’s academic strengths, talents, motivation to learn, and desire for academically rigorous classes that are taught with a biblical worldview.

Tuition

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**If accepted, a $2500 International Student fee will be added to student’s account along with tuition, which must be paid before the student starts class

International Students Requiring a Homestay

We provide our international students with host families through Homestay Florida, Living with a local host family provides the support that students away from home need to be successful. Students become a part of another culture and their new family becomes an integral part of their life experiences. Our host families are diligently screened and carefully selected for each student.

International Students Not Requiring a Homestay

International students interested in Evangelical Christian School who do not require a homestay must fill out an application online. See below for step-by-step instructions on applying for admission:

Step 1 – Apply: Fill out online application and pay the $400 enrollment fee (if student is not accepted, $300 will be refunded)

Step 2 – Required Documentation: Provide the following documents to the Admissions Office (all documents are required in order to be eligible for acceptance and issuance of an I-20)

  • TOEFL score or equivalent (must score 80 or higher)*
  • 1 Educational Recommendation letter*
  • 1 Character Recommendation letter*
  • Birth Certificate*
  • Transcript and/or Report Cards*
  • Passport/Visa*
  • Immunization Record*
  • Student’s Home Address in Foreign Country*
  • Verification of Tuition Funds*

*All documents must be translated into English

Step 3 – Testing: Admissions Office will reach out to schedule testing

Step 4 – Interview: After the application and testing have been completed and reviewed, the admissions department will schedule a family interview. All international students are required to complete a SKYPE, Facetime, Zoom or WeChat interview prior to being accepted.

Step 5 – Decision Process: Once a decision is made regarding admission, an email from the admissions department will be sent to the prospective student. If accepted, a $2500 International Student Fee will be added to the student’s account along with tuition, which must be paid before the student starts class.

Step 6 – I20: The student will be contacted by the ECS Director of International Students and issued an I-20.

For further questions, contact our Admissions Department at admissions@goecs.org or our Director of International Students at pmay@goecs.org