Application Process
Learn more about the Wheaton Academy International Student Program and our partner schools.
Ready to apply? The Application Process:
Step 1: Submit Application
- Application
- Passport copy
- A Headshot picture of student
- Academic Transcripts from the current and past year (or starting with at least 9th grade)
- Immunization records translated in English
- English Test Results, such as TOEFL iBT or Duolingo. We are a registered Duolingo school. Select Wheaton Academy to send your Duolingo score report directly to us.
- Pay application fee
Step 2: Complete Admissions interview
Once the application, application fee, and all supporting materials have been received, a Zoom or WeChat video interview will be scheduled for the student.
The student’s parents should also be available to talk after the student has interviewed.
The student interview lasts between 45-60 minutes. No preparation is required by the student.
Step 3: Receive Admissions Results
An admissions decision will take approximately 7-10 business days. The student or student’s representative will be contacted with the admissions decision as soon as possible.
If accepted, the student will receive:
- An official acceptance letter
- The Enrollment Contract
- Any additional forms the school needs signed
Step 4: Sign Enrollment Contract & Make Tuition payment
The student’s family will have 10 calendar days to accept or reject the admissions offer. This will be communicated by returning the signed enrollment contract and making the required deposit within the 10 calendar day period.
If the student is accepted after May 1, quicker action may be required.
Step 5: Obtain your F-1 Visa
Once payment is made, the school will issue an electronic I-20 Form. The I-20 Form is the form which allows the student to schedule an F-1 Student Visa appointment at their local U.S. Consulate or Embassy.
The family should schedule the visa appointment right away.
Step 6: Make Final Payment
Any remaining payment is due within 10 calendar days after successfully passing their F-1 Visa appointment. Failure to make full payment within this period may result in cancellation of the student’s I-20.
Step 7: Submit Travel Plans
The student’s family should purchase flights to America and let us know of the student’s travel plans.
Step 8: Travel to the States
Plan to attend the Summer English Institute (SEI) in July prior to heading to your school in early August.
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