“This experience has made me grow and develop a new view of the world.” – Victoire, France
Your Future Starts Here
Receive a quality education, learn English, experience American culture, and widen your perspective and understanding of the world! PSE is not a travel agency. We offer academic and cultural programs for students that are:
- Mature
- Academically motivated
- Interested in learning about American culture
- Determined to gain English proficiency
- Motivated to share their culture with others
If you are already attending a public high school in the U.S. and want to come back for another year (or longer), hoping to graduate from a U.S. high school and apply for a U.S. university, and/or are interested in selecting a school that meets specific criteria, PSE can help. We partner with a vast network of private, public, and boarding schools that satisfy a wide range of criteria and needs. Whether you are looking for a private, public, or boarding school experience, we can help select the best option that is right for you.
How it works:
- Contact a PSE partner agency in your country (contact us for information)
- Complete the online application
- Select your top three school choices
- Participate in Skype interview (select schools)
- Receive confirmation of acceptance
- Make payment to ensure enrollment
- Receive I-20 and make appointment for F-1 visa interview
- Obtain F-1 visa
- Receive information about host family and local coordinator
- Attend pre-departure orientation
- Arrive to USA!
Advantages of private schools:
- Smaller class size
- Offer variety of advanced placement (AP) and honors courses
- Low staff turnover rates (typically)
- Well-developed sports and music programs
- ESL courses for students with limited English ability (select schools)
Advantages of public schools:
- Larger class size (typically
- No religious affiliation
- Offer wide selection of elective courses
- Many clubs, sports, and extra-curricular activities
Boarding Schools
- Also a great option
- Ideal for students who prefer not to live with a host family
- Live in dorm with other students
- Options all across the U.S.
