The BASIS Independent Schools International Student Program offers a dynamic and rigorous American educational experience for F-1 international students who wish to earn a high school diploma in the United States. The program offers students the internationally benchmarked and nationally ranked BASIS Curriculum and opportunity for cultural immersion in some of the most dynamic cities in the United States.
Overview
International students bring to the classroom their own unique educational and cultural experiences and build life-long relationships with peers and teachers. Our challenging, enriching program delivers a high level of content mastery in an academic environment that fosters a love of learning and lifelong curiosity, laying the groundwork for the successful pursuit of higher education and a fulfilling life. We are also committed to providing an array of sports, clubs, and activities to choose from.
We welcome a diverse international population of students with varied backgrounds and areas of interest. The students in our International Student Program are academically high-performing individuals with a great appreciation for an amazing educational and cultural exchange opportunity.
Quick Facts
Visa Required: F-1
Admissions Process: Application, interview, and exam
Application Deadline: Rolling Admissions, decisions made ongoing until program is full
International Student Eligibility: Kindergarten–Grade 12
Tuition: $49,100 (2023 – 2024 School Year)
Contact Information
For all international applicants seeking to apply to our program, please contact Director of Admissions, Ms. Cancienne, via email or call (703) 854-1253.
Overview
International students bring to the classroom their own unique educational and cultural experiences and build life-long relationships with peers and teachers. Our challenging, enriching program delivers a high level of content mastery in an academic environment that fosters a love of learning and lifelong curiosity, laying the groundwork for the successful pursuit of higher education and a fulfilling life. We are also committed to providing an array of sports, clubs, and activities to choose from.
We welcome a diverse international population of students with varied backgrounds and areas of interest. The students in our International Student Program are academically high-performing individuals with a great appreciation for an amazing educational and cultural exchange opportunity.
Quick Facts
Visa Required: F-1
Admissions Process: Application, interview, and exam
Application Deadline: Rolling Admissions, decisions made ongoing until program is full
International Student Eligibility: Kindergarten–Grade 12
Tuition: $49,100 (2023 – 2024 School Year)
Contact Information
For all international applicants seeking to apply to our program, please contact Director of Admissions, Ms. Cancienne, via email or call (703) 854-1253.
Admissions Steps & Requirements
Optional: Attend an Info Session1Step 1
Attend an Info SessionOptional
If possible, we recommend you attend an Information Session to learn about our world-acclaimed program, meet faculty and staff, and more.
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Optional: Attend a guided school tour2Step 2
Attend a guided school tourOptional
If possible for your family, we encourage you to attend a tour of our campus to walk our halls and get a feel for our learning culture. If you are an international applicant or agent, please email mclean-isp@basisindependent.com to schedule a school tour.
Submit Online Application3Step 3
Submit School Transcripts4Step 4
Submit School Transcripts
After submitting your application, please submit your school transcripts of the last three years via email to mclean-isp@basisindependent.com.
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Submit TOEFL Score Report5Step 5
Submit TOEFL Score Report
Please send the official TOEFL score report from ETS to BASIS Independent McLean using institution code B925. Please ensure B925 is listed as your "Designated Score Recipient".
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Schedule an Interview6Step 6
Schedule an Interview
Upon receipt of the application and the required documents, the admissions team will reach out to you via email to schedule an interview and an assessment. The interview will take place via video call with admissions and will include a reading and writing assessment.
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Take Math Assessment7Step 7
Take Math Assessment
Upon receipt of the application and the required documents, admissions will contact you to schedule and complete a one-hour proctored web-math assessment.
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