SCHOOL RA To form young men of purpose focused on faith, intellect, CITY, STATE leadership, and citizenship BELLFLOWER, CALIFORNIA Grades Offered to Year Established Accreitation -12 International 19

School pe • Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Hockey, Priate Lacrosse, Rugby, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Size s Track & Field, Volleyball, Water Polo, Wrestling acres • 6 sports are “non-cut” so all can participate • SJB has achieved unrivaled success, having earned: Enrollment eacher atio o 119 League championships o 14 CIF team championships o 13 State championships o 9 National championships 1: o 425 All-CIF athletes o 22 CIF Players of the Year o 32 All-American Student-Athletes

• Performing Arts: Concert Band, Jazz Band, Marching Band, Pep Band, Drumline, Color Guard, Students can apply to be a part of one of five Acting, Film Production, Set Design, 4 major unique Academic Pathways: productions each year • Visual Arts: Animation, Ceramics, Painting, Drawing 1. - for students interested in becoming a doctor or physician; partnership with UCLA Medicine 2. Engineering - for students interested in the field of engineering; partnership with Boeing More than 20 clubs and programs including: 3. Sports Medicine - for students interested in • Academic Decathlon • Science Research Club kinesiology or becoming a physical therapist, • Math Club • Speech & Debate partnership with USC and California State • Mock Trial • Sports Medicine Club University, Long Beach • Pre-Med Club • Tribe Newspaper 4. Entrepreneurship - for students interested in • Research & • Tribe Robotics business and leading business ventures; Development Club • Vision Media Production partnership with UCLA (2017, 2018 back-to-back UCLA business competition champions s 9s 5. Computer Science - students learn a wide s range of topics including coding, artificial • Harvard University (#2) intelligence, and app development • Massachusetts Institute of Technology (#3) • University of Chicago (#3) • Yale University (#3) tatistics • Stanford University (#7) sdmitted to • Duke University (#8) • Johns Hopkins University (#10) Colleges • Northwestern University (#10) • Brown University (#14) 7% • Vanderbilt University (#14) %

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1. University Acceptance In the past 3 years, St. John Bosco graduates have been accepted by 22 of the top 25 universities in the U.S. 2. College Scholarships and Grants In 2018, St. John Bosco graduates received $10 million in merit scholarships and 24 athletic scholarships. 3. ive cademic athays ioedical Science nineerin Sports edicine ntrepreneurship, and Computer Science; supported by university partners 4. Sports Unrivaled success in many sports 80% of the student population participate in one or more sports

.osco.org International Student Information Bosco.org/IA Dear International Students and Families,

Thank you for considering St. John Bosco High School for your international studies. We believe that the dialogue that comes with students from around the world enriches all of us, and we welcome the learning and growth that international students bring to our campus.

For more than 75 years, St. John Bosco High School has been dedicated to forming young men of purpose focused on faith, intellect, leadership and citizenship. Our educators strive to instill within their students a work ethic based on mutual trust, confidence, respect and collaboration.

Our distinctive approach to education creates a welcoming school environment where every young man can maximize his potential to become something greater than himself. At St. John Bosco, we accompany every young man through his formative journey to manhood creating bonds that last a lifetime.

There is a brotherhood, a lifelong camaraderie grounded in faith, intellect, leadership and citizenship here at St. John Bosco. Since 1940, St. John Bosco High School has been dedicated to forming young men of purpose. We invite you to explore the unique educational experience that is St. John Bosco High School.

Sincerely,

Dennis Mulhaupt President TABLE OF CONTENTS

WHY CHOOSE BOSCO ...... 4–7

BOSCO ACADEMICS ...... 8–18 Grading ...... 10 Advancement Placement, Honors and Co-Curricular Programs...... 11 Curriculum...... 12–13 Academic Pathways ...... 14–15 Recent College Acceptance Information...... 16–18

STUDENT LIFE ...... 19–21

HOW TO APPLY...... 22–23 Why Choose Bosco WHY CHOOSE BOSCO

RIGOROUS COLLEGE PREPARATORY CURRICULUM All Bosco students complete a rigorous college preparatory 1 curriculum designed to exceed the entrance requirements set by the University of California and California State University system, as well as other prestigious universities around the world. Students may also opt to participate in our Academic Pathways program, which provides advanced course work and project-based learning experiences in five different disciplines: Bio-Medical, Computer Science, Engineering, Entrepreneurship, and Sports Medicine.

LOCATION Bosco is located in Los Angeles County, the heart of Southern California. Recreational opportunities abound – Bosco is just 2 a short drive from some of California’s most beautiful beaches, shopping, entertainment hubs like Beverly Hills, Downtown LA and Hollywood, plus Disneyland. Nearby universities include UCLA, USC and Loyola Marymount University, to name a few.

BOSCO BROTHERHOOD 3 The spirit of the Bosco Brotherhood can be felt the minute one sets foot on campus. Visitors regularly experience the Bosco Brotherhood when they interact with our students and find polite, engaged, and well-rounded young men who show genuine concern for their peers.

WORLD-CLASS ATHLETICS 4 St. John Bosco High School competes in the Trinity League, which is recognized as the most competitive league in California and, arguably, the nation. Bosco offers 13 CIF-sponsored sports comprised of 37 separate teams, plus two club sports. Nearly 80 percent of our student population participates in one or more of our sports, and six of our13 CIF-sponsored sports are “non-cut,” giving all students an opportunity to participate.

WHY CHOOSE BOSCO | 5 WHY CHOOSE BOSCO ST. JOHN BOSCO HIGH SCHOOL founded in 1940 is located in Los Angeles over 280 days County, in the city of of sunshine Bellflower, California. each year on Bosco’s 36-acre campus 97% 32 20 4-Year college Advanced Placement clubs and acceptance rate (AP) and Honors classes organizations NEARLY 80% of students 9000 bosco participate alumni worldwide in athletics

RECENT STUDENT HIGHLIGHTS: College acceptances include: MIT, Harvard, Stanford, Yale, Princeton, Cornell, Dartmouth, Brown, Johns Hopkins, West Point, USC, all CSU and UC campuses, including UCLA

Graduates were accepted to 53 of the top 100 ranked universities

$10 million received in merit scholarships and grants

WHY CHOOSE BOSCO | 6 WHY CHOOSE BOSCO

SCHOOL PROFILE Talented teachers, high academic, athletic, and college-readiness standards, Christian foundations, Leadership programs, and a thriving sense of brotherhood in an all-male environment are the hallmarks of a Bosco education. RICKY (RUIQI) L. China Founded by the in 1940, St. John Bosco High School is an all-male private college preparatory high school in Bellflower, California. Current enrollment is “Bosco is perfect for international 842 students. The school is among the most diverse in the Archdiocese. students because everyone OUR MISSION is to form young men of purpose focused on faith, intellect, leadership in the school is enthusiastic and citizenship. and passionate. In China, OUR FACULTY AND STAFF consist of 104 men and women, many of whom hold school only focuses on professional degrees and engage in ongoing professional development. academics, where Bosco puts OUR COUNSELING AND GUIDANCE TEAM is made up of four full-time, credentialed more emphasis on a student’s counselors who are committed to each student’s growth, success, and college readiness. comprehensive development.” BOSCO’S STRONG ACADEMICS are highlighted by a student teacher ratio of 24:1. Our faculty respond to the needs of each and every student.

SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES abound at Bosco. Students serve through the Hospitality Kitchen in downtown Los Angeles, Thanksgiving food drives, our annual Christmas toy drive, campus blood drives, Student Service Day and more.

A CULTURE OF EXCELLENCE AND RESPECT thrives at Bosco. Students are challenged to achieve excellence in the classroom, on the athletic field, and in extracurricular activities.

WHY CHOOSE BOSCO | 7 BOSCO ACADEMICS BOSCO ACADEMICS

Since 1940, St. John Bosco High School has prepared young men to successfully enter and MATT (XIUYUAN) H. meet the demands of higher education. Talented teachers, high academic, athletic, and China college-readiness standards, and a thriving sense of brotherhood in an all-male environment are the hallmarks of a Bosco education. “Bosco’s teachers are so kind Widely regarded as the most forward-thinking and innovative academic school in the and always make time for me. Archdiocese, Bosco challenges students with Advanced Placement courses, Honors classes, The students are all very friendly competitions such as Academic Decathlon, Robotics Tournaments, Speech and Debate and elective courses tailored to each student’s interests. St. John Bosco High School students and welcoming, and they have complete a rigorous college preparatory curriculum that exceeds the minimum become my friends. Bosco’s A-G requirements set by the University of California System. counselors help me choose the 99 percent of our graduates enter higher education or civil service. Among the Class of 2018, best classes for me and help 97 percent of students were accepted to 4-year colleges and universities. Our athletic teams have earned numerous CIF, Southern California, and national titles. Our student-athlete me get the most out of alumni include 376 All-CIF players, 18 CIF Players of the Year, 52 All-State athletes, 11 state my experience” champions, 29 All-American Student-Athletes and eight National Champions.

BOSCO ACADEMICS | 9 GRADING Our philosophy holds that the primary purpose of grading is to communicate the depth of student academic achievement in relation to the subject matter learning standards. Achievement is determined by an objective systematic process conveyed to the student and parent in the form of a letter grade.

GRADE SCALE UNWEIGHTED GPA WEIGHTED GPA Mark Percentage Mark Points Mark Points A 90-100 A 4.0 A 5.0 B 80-89 B 3.0 B 4.0 C 70-79 C 2.0 C 3.0 D 60-69 D 1.0 D 1.0 F 50-59 F 0 F 0

SAT RESULTS - TOP 10% OF BOSCO STUDENTS 2017-2018 ACT RESULTS - TOP 10% OF BOSCO STUDENTS 2017-2018 Bosco National Mean Bosco National Mean Evidence-Based Reading 702 536 English 33 20.3 and Writing (ERW) Mathematics 32 20.9 Mathematics 710 531 Reading 32 21.3 Composite 1412 1068 Science 31 20.8 Note: These norms are displayed on SAT reports during the 2017- Composite 32 21 2018 testing year. Note: These national norms are the source of U.S. Ranks, for multiple-choice tests, displayed on ACT reports during the 2017- 2018 testing year.

5 4 3 full-time academic dedicated international academic pathways & college counselors student advisors

BOSCO ACADEMICS | 10 ADVANCED PLACEMENT, HONORS AND CO-CURRICULAR PROGRAMS

ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES AP Environmental Science AP Physics 1 AP Biology AP European History AP Physics 2 AP Calculus AB AP French Language AP Psychology AP Calculus BC AP Comparative Government AP Statistics AP Chemistry AP US Government AP Spanish Language AP Computer Science Principles AP Human Geography AP Spanish Literature AP English Language AP Latin AP US History AP English Literature AP Music Theory AP World History

HONORS PROGRAM Chemistry Spanish 3 Academic Decathlon Composition / World Literature 1 Pre-Calculus Algebra 2 with Trigonometry Composition / World Literature 2 Biology Geometry

CO-CURRICULAR PROGRAMS French Club Spanish Honors Society Academic Decathlon Mock Trial Club Sports Medicine Club American Math Competition Math Club Science Research Club Animation Club National Honors Society Tribe Newspaper Brave Vision Media Production Photography Club Tribe Robotics California Scholarship Federation Pre-Med Club Chemistry Club Research and Development Club

BOSCO ACADEMICS | 11 CURRICULUM MIKE (PENG) W. Graduation Requirements • Earn a minimum of 260 credits (1 semester course is 5 credits) China • Demonstrate a history of good character and citizenship • Participate in a day of recollection during each year of attendance “Bosco has a very comfortable • Fulfill 80 hours of community service environment for learning, and the school has a very strong SUBJECT REQUIREMENTS Subject Number Of Semesters Credits brotherhood. Teachers and English 8 40 counselors are very supportive.” College Prep Electives 8 40 Religious Studies 8 40 Science 6 30 Mathematics 6 30 Social Studies 6 30 World Language 4 20 Physical Education 3 15 Visual & Performing Arts 2 10 Health 1 5

BOSCO ACADEMICS | 12 ENGLISH SOCIAL STUDIES VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS Comp/World Lit I Modern World History Drawing & Painting Comp/World Lit I (Honors) AP World History Exploring Art Comp/World Lit II US History Advanced Drawing Comp/World Lit II (Honors) AP US History Ceramics Journalism Civics Theater Art American Lit/Comp AP Government & Politics Concert Band AP English Language/Comp AP Human Geography Advanced Band AP English Lit/Comp AP Comparative Government & Politics Media Production British Lit/Comp Economics Computer Animation Yearbook Psychology Speech & Debate Financial Literacy KINESIOLOGY Social Entrepreneurship Strength & Conditioning Decision Making - Game Theory SCIENCE Health Introduction to Sports Medicine Negotiations Biology Introduction to Kinesiology Biology (Honors) Lower/Upper Body Injury Evaluation & AP Biology WORLD LANGUAGES Rehab Environmental Science Spanish I Sports Nutrition & Performance Chemistry (Honors) Spanish I (Heritage) Sports Anatomy Chemistry Spanish II AP Chemistry Spanish II (Heritage) RELIGIOUS STUDIES Physics Spanish III The Revelation of Jesus AP Physics 1 Spanish III (Honors) Christ In Scripture AP Physics 2 AP Spanish Language Who is Jesus Christ? Anatomy & Physiology AP Spanish Literature Sacred Scripture Introduction to Engineering Design French I Ecclesiology Principals of Engineering French II Sacraments and Liturgy Aerospace Engineering French III Christian Morality Intro to Health Science AP Japanese Social Justice Medical Ethics Mandarin I World Religions Cell & Molecular Biology Mandarin II Church History Engineering Capstone Mandarin III Christian Vocations Latin I, II, III Cultural Immersion MATHEMATICS Algebra I Geometry Geometry (Honors) Algebra 2 Algebra 2 (Honors) Elementary Statistics Pre-Calculus (Honors) Pre-Calculus AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC

BOSCO ACADEMICS | 13 ACADEMIC PATHWAYS Students who enter an Academic Pathway participate in four years of unique discipline- specific learning experiences that mirror a college major. Pathway students benefit from advanced level coursework, internships, field work, co-curricular competitions and capstone projects, and have opportunities to network with partner organizations. Bosco offers five Academic Pathways: Bio-Medical, Computer Science, Engineering, Entrepreneurship, and PABLO O. Sports Medicine. Spain BIO-MEDICAL PATHWAY The Bio-Medical Pathway is designed for students who excel in mathematics and natural “I loved being involved in the sciences and are interested in the fields of biology or medicine. Students must possess well Entrepreneurship Pathway. It developed academic skills, a desire to engage in challenging coursework, and aspirations to pursue higher education coursework leading to careers in medicine or related fields. taught me so many different In addition to intensive classroom instruction in advanced mathematics, health sciences, business skills. My classmates physical sciences, and chemical and biological sciences, students gain clinical knowledge by working with professionals in hospitals. Students also conduct independent research, and I created our own business participate in medical simulations, and attend lectures provided by physicians, research and competed at UCLA.” scientists, and medical professionals.

COMPUTER SCIENCE PATHWAY The Computer Science Pathway allows students to become creators, not just consumers, of the technology that surrounds them. Our Computer Science students enjoy an advanced coding curriculum and completely collaborative projects, in order to gain problem-solving, critical and creative thinking, and communication skills. Students learn a broad range of topics including coding, artificial intelligence, cyber security, and app development.

BOSCO ACADEMICS | 14 ENGINEERING PATHWAY The Engineering Pathway has adopted the nationally recognized Project Lead The Way (PLTW) curriculum, which offers a tested and innovative Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) program. In their courses, students learn and apply the design process, develop collaboration and communication skills, and hone their critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities. Students who complete the Engineering Pathway will be prepared to complete a post-secondary education and pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics.

ENTREPRENEURSHIP PATHWAY Bosco recently partnered with the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School of Business to create an innovative four- year interdisciplinary pathway designed to prepare students for collegiate business. Students learn analytical thinking, decision making, and logical reasoning while researching current business trends and the skills and techniques necessary to launch and manage successful business ventures. The Entrepreneurship Pathway integrates theory and application by blending real-world innovation experiences with proven research models, case studies, and service-learning projects.

SPORTS MEDICINE PATHWAY The Sports Medicine Pathway is geared to students with an interest in athletic training, physical therapy, medicine, fitness, physiology of exercise, kinesiology, nutrition, and other sports medicine-related fields. The pathway includes practical, hands-on application in addition to studying nutrition, taping, bracing, emergency procedures, conditioning, injury prevention and evaluation, rehabilitative procedures, and practice/game observation techniques.

BOSCO ACADEMICS | 15 LIFE AFTER BOSCO A few words from Bosco Braves who were accepted to top colleges and universities:

Parker H., Massachusetts Institute of Technology (M.I.T.): “Bosco challenged me in ways I had never been challenged RECENT COLLEGE ACCEPTANCE INFORMATION before, fostering academic, athletic, and personal growth.” PRIVATE COLLEGES & Fordham University UNIVERSITIES Gonzaga University Nathan F., University of California Arizona State University Grand Canyon University Berkeley (UC Berkeley): “Bosco gave me Amherst College Hampton University the tools to meet my highest potential.” Azusa Pacific University Harvard University Biola University Harvey Mudd College Drake M., Yale University: Boston College Hawaii Pacific University “The brotherhood I’ve built over the course Boston University Holy Cross College of my high school career will last forever, Brown University Indiana University at Bloomington and the connections I’ve made by attending Butler University Irvine Valley College St. John Bosco will truly benefit me in life California Lutheran University Johns Hopkins University after school.” Carleton College Lafayette College Carnegie Mellon University Langston University Trevor P., Princeton University: Chaminade University of Honolulu Lincoln University “Bosco has prepared me to excel in Chapman University Loyola Marymount University college and beyond by supplementing a Claremont College Loyola University Chicago challenging class schedule with vibrant extracurricular activities.” Clark College Marist College Colby College Marquette University Sal S., Stanford University: “My Bosco College of the Holy Cross Marymount California University experience taught me how to take Colorado State University Maryville University advantage of great opportunities in life in Colorado Mesa University Massachusetts Institute of Technology order to become the best person I can be Concordia University – Irvine Mount St. Mary’s College every day.” Cornell University New York University Denison University Northeastern University Nile J., Cornell University: “St. John Bosco DePaul University Northwestern University prepared me for the rigors of the Ivy League Dixie College Northern Arizona University college experience. The Bosco brotherhood Drexel University Northland College is strong. I am proud to be a St. John Duke University Oregon State University Bosco alum.” Earlham College Pennsylvania State University Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Pepperdine University Florida Institute of Technology Pomona College

BOSCO ACADEMICS | 16 Jacob L., University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA): “St. John Bosco High School prepared me for UCLA in terms of promoting the independence and sophistication of study and research.”

Daniel A., University of California at San Diego (UCSD): “Bosco is a college preparatory high school by means of a challenging curriculum, and SAT/ACT preparation.”

Ralen G., University of Southern California (USC): “St. John Bosco provided me an opportunity to succeed both academically and athletically.”

Jay F., New York University (NYU): RECENT COLLEGE ACCEPTANCE INFORMATION “Bosco’s teachers prepared us to be successful in college. The school has Portland State University University of Florida many AP classes to choose from, and Purdue University University of Great Falls the counselors are very supportive.” Regis University University of Kansas Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute University of La Verne Chen Z., University of California at Rockhurst University University of New Mexico Irvine (UC Irvine): “St. John Bosco was Sacred Heart University University of Nevada, Reno very different from my school in my home John’s University University of Notre Dame country, but in a good way. St. John Bosco Saint Louis University University of Oregon teachers and staff took their time to make Santa Clara University University of Rochester me feel like I belonged.” Seattle University University of San Francisco Berkeley H., Northwestern University: Seton Hall University University of Southern California “Attending St. John Bosco High School Southern Methodist University University of Utah was the best decision I’ve made as a Stanford University University of Washington young adolescent and this experience St. John’s University Vanderbilt University has ultimately helped put me in the Syracuse University Warner Pacific College position that I am in today.“ The Art Institute of Seattle Washington State University The University of Arizona Washington University in St. Louis Mitch M., Dartmouth College: The University of Iowa Westminster College “Attending an Ivy League university is The University of Memphis William Penn University a dream come true, and Bosco helped Tuskegee University Worcester Polytechnic Institute make that all possible.” University of Chicago Xavier University University of Colorado Yale University University of Denver

BOSCO ACADEMICS | 17 RECENT COLLEGE ACCEPTANCE INFORMATION

CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo Students from Bosco’s Class of 2018 were accepted to all California State Polytechnic University, Pomona 23 California State University (CSU) campuses, including: San Diego State University California Maritime Academy CSU Long Beach

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA University of California, Riverside University of California, Berkeley University of California, San Diego University of California, Davis University of California, San Francisco University of California, Irvine University of California, Santa Barbara University of California, Los Angeles University of California, Santa Cruz University of California, Merced

UNITED STATES SERVICE ACADEMIES United States Military Academy at West Point United States Air Force Academy United States Naval Academy

HIGHLIGHTS: In the past three years, our graduates have been accepted into 22 of the top 25 national universities, as rated by U.S. News & World Report. The Class of 2018 graduates: RECEIVED EARNED 24 97% $10 MILLION athletic scholarships admitted to 4-year in merit scholarships colleges and universities

39 Valedictorians, 20 AP Scholars, two National Hispanic Scholars and five Eagle Scouts

BOSCO ACADEMICS | 18 student life MARCO K. STUDENT LIFE Ghana There is no question that life at Bosco extends beyond the classroom. Bosco has more than 25 clubs and organizations that match your interests and gifts. “I chose to come to Bosco because

VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS PROGRAM of the school’s high academic The Visual & Performing Arts Program at Bosco encourages young men to develop an standards. The environment is understanding and appreciation for art in an environment that inspires, encourages, and praises personal expression as well as provides opportunities and experiences that validate creative very welcoming – I learn new living, and lifelong learning. Bosco’s Visual & Performing Arts Program helps build fundamental things every day!” skills and develop student creativity through a broad scope of artistic courses, including theater arts, computer animation, band, ceramics, painting and drawing in various mediums.

STUDENT LEADERSHIP The Associated Student Body and Christian Ministry teams work together to foster student leadership and spirituality according to our Salesian charism. Students are encouraged to develop a personal relationship with God and with the community.

STUDENT LIFE | 20 CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS Student involvement outside the school day allows our young men to develop and cultivate their talents. Being involved also helps student feel connected and committed to the school community as they build healthy, long-lasting bonds through club activities and interactions. • National Honor Society • Theater • Investment Club • Student Government Association (ASB) • Mathematics Team • STEM Club • Mock Trial • Chemistry Team • Various Culture Clubs • Academic Decathlon • Concert Band/Marching Band/Orchestra • Community Service Program • Robotics • Student Newspaper

SISTER SCHOOL: OPPORTUNITIES FOR SOCIAL GROWTH St. John Bosco High School enjoys a special relationship with Saint Joseph’s High School, a Catholic all-girls school located just a few minutes from Bosco. Known as our “Sister School,” Saint Joseph interacts with St. John Bosco throughout the school year as students gather for numerous special events, dances, activities and theatrical productions. The partnership between the schools provides a safe, healthy environment for social development and friendship-building. This dynamic has been an important tradition for several decades.

STUDENT DEMOGRAPHICS STUDENT DEMOGRAPHICS St. John Bosco embraces diversity as an advantage for our entire school Data as of 2017-2018 school year community. Our student demographics mirror the ethnic demographics of African American 10% Los Angeles. At Bosco, we provide a caring, nurturing environment where Asian or Pacific Islander 7% students are encouraged to develop their skills and talents while completing Caucasian/Other 17% a rigorous, college preparatory course of studies. Filipino 7% Latino 48% Multi-Racial 8% Native American 1% Unknown 2%

STUDENT LIFE | 21 how to apply HOW TO APPLY

STEP 1 – APPLICATION Visit Bosco.SchoolAdminOnline.com to complete the application Submit Transcripts – All 8th grade and/or all US High School equivalent transcripts translated into English Letters of Recommendation: Principal Letter of Recommendation Math Teacher Letter of Recommendation English Teacher Letter of Recommendation Copy of standardized test scores TOEFL, SLEP, or other English proficiency exams. To schedule a TOEFL exam visithttp://www.ets.org/toefl Copy of Passport Copy of Birth Certificate

STEP 2 – INTERVIEW Upon receipt of all translated documents, student applications are reviewed individually by the Admissions Committee. In person or Skype video interviews will be scheduled in a timely manner for those who qualify. The in-person or Skype video interview will assess the student’s English ability and learn about the student’s academic record. Prior to an interview, we may deny applications that do not meet the criteria for acceptance.

STEP 3 – NOTIFICATION OF ADMISSION DECISION After reviewing the student’s application and results from the Skype interview, the Admissions Committee at St. John Bosco will make the determination on acceptance to our school. The student will be notified via email if they have been accepted to St. John Bosco High School.

STEP 4 – ENROLLMENT Accepted students will be invited to complete the registration process online.

STEP 5 – I-20 PROCESSING Upon completion of the enrollment process, St. John Bosco High School will create, process, and mail the student’s I-20. New international students should immediately make an appointment with the US Embassy for an F1 Visa interview. For transfer students, St. John Bosco’s I-20 will be issued after the student’s SEVIS record is released from their current school.

STEP 6– HOMESTAY ARRANGEMENT Once a student has enrolled, the student will be connected with St. John Bosco High School’s homestay partner. Our homestay program gives each student the individualized attention for all family needs, creating a perfect atmosphere for the students to have a nurturing and supportive relationship with their homestay and school.

Students and their parents can have peace of mind while the student is in the program as each family is checked to be worthy of participating in the homestay program. Every participating family goes through a personal interview, background check, and the home is inspected to ensure the ongoing safety and comfort of each student. In addition, homestay families provide rich cultural experiences, ones that the students will cherish for the rest of their lives.

QUESTIONS? Contact Mr. Bryce Weiglin, Director of International Admissions P: (562) 920-1734 Ext. 300 E: [email protected]

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