International Students

International Student Admissions

Bayshore Christian School is certified by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) and is authorized to enroll eligible international students in F-1 status in the United States.

Once an international student has completed the admissions process, been accepted to our school, and submitted all required doucmentation, BCS can issue the Form I-20, Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status, when applicable. The Form I-20 is used by eligible students as part of the F-1 student visa process. 

Interested international applicants should complete the online application for admission by the following dates:

• Fall Term (August enrollment) — Applications must be submitted between January 1 and May 1.
• Spring term (January enrollment) — Applications must be submitted between January 1 and October 1.

Required Documents

These items must be provided in order for the application to be considered for enrollment:

• Clear, visible copy of passport.
• Translated report cards, schedules, and applicable testing information.
• Notarized bank letter (notarized within same bank institution) stating that $24,000 USD is available in the parent's account.
• TOEFL Scores — Visit the TOEFL website for information on the TOEFL test. Select “Schedule Your Test” and choose a testing or “at home” location. 

Housing Requirements

Bayshore Christian School does not provide or arrange homestay or housing accommodations for international students. International students and their families are responsible for securing appropriate housing arrangements independently. 

Proof of confirmed housing arrangements must be provided to Bayshore Christian School before a Form I-20 can be issued. 

Non-Discrimination Policy

Bayshore Christian School admits students of any race, sex, color, nationality, or ethnic origin and guarantees all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, nationality, or ethnic origin in administration, educational policies, athletics, and other school-administered programs.