International Students

Due to the unique nature of International Admissions and requirements set forth for F-1 Visas, we ask that all International Students first contact Academic Advising to schedule an in-person or Skype/Zoom interview prior to beginning an application. This interview will help assess the student's English proficiency and give our Administrative staff an opportunity to meet and discuss expectations with the student.

Following the interview and review of the student's transcripts, if the admissions team determines that the student may be a strong fit for the school, the family will be encouraged to proceed with completing the application.

The following items are required as part of the Admissions process. These items will be uploaded as part of the application and should not be sent directly to the school via email.

Please Note: All foreign documents must be translated into English. 

1. Application fee paid in full (non-refundable)
2. Official copies of the student’s transcript with seal - for at least the past two years.
3. Two completed recommendation forms - one math teacher, one English teacher.
4. Wallet size photo of the student.
5. Copy of birth certificate and passport.
6. Immunization records.
7. Signed Designated Guardian Agreement.
8. Copy of bank statement showing evidence of ability to cover full cost of annual tuition, textbooks, uniforms and annual living expenses for one year.
9. Signed Statement of Financial Responsibility

After receipt of all required documentation, the international student’s file is reviewed for acceptance or refusal, and a letter is issued to reflect the decision. Once accepted to The Banff School, the enrollment contract must be signed and the non-refundable enrollment fee be paid. The I-20 is then issued. 

Once a student has received I-20 documentation from the school, the next step will be for the student to pass his/her interview with U.S. Immigration officials. Once a student has passed the interview, The Banff School must be notified of the student’s immigration status. The student will have 30 days from this point to pay his/her non-refundable annual tuition balance in full to be fully enrolled at The Banff School and not have their I-20 canceled.

All payments are non-refundable.

If at any time during the academic calendar year a student requests to have his/her I-20 transferred to another school, a non-refundable $1500 “Transfer Out” fee will be assessed.

Students will need to purchase health insurance and submit proof of coverage before attending school.