Sagemont International Study Abroad High School Program

  United States

• Other Cities in United States: 
Florida City

Term: Academic Year 
Duration of Program: 1-2 years
Dates: Year Round

Description: The Sagemont School is a private school with an International flavor, with over 40 countries represented by its student body. As a result, it was natural for the school to develop an International Homestay program that attracts accomplished students who want to study in the United States. The International Student Program at Sagemont is extremely unique. There are many private college prep high schools in the country that host international students but in a dorm situation. At Sagemont, our international students live with local host families, which enable the students to become fully immersed in our language and culture.

Currently in its 4th year, the international program has attracted students from Bermuda, Bahamas, Brazil, Germany, Venezuela, China, Korea, Taiwan, Serbia, Croatia, Russia, Japan and Norway.

Sagemont's ESOL teacher, Erin Gustitis, once an International student herself, mentors the students to ensure the smoothest transition. Her job is made easier by the fact that Sagemont is so culturally diverse. Beth Hjartnes, Director of Admissions and International Enrollment, said, "South Florida is known for being an eclectic cultural area. Therefore, international students have a great opportunity to fit in with ease."

These students learn English fluently in order to better their opportunities when they return to their own country. Students, who are from English speaking countries, come seeking better educational opportunities. Once here, most international students decide to remain in the USA to study at an American university.

From middle school through graduation, Sagemont students choose from a variety of regular, honors and AP course work. In addition, students share in a networked wireless laptop environment and participate in a comprehensive guidance program for college entrance. After school clubs and athletics are very popular at Sagemont for all students.

Highlights: The Sagemont School's International and Cultural Experience Package

The mission of The Sagemont School's International Student Program is to promote educational and cultural awareness. Our international student program provides opportunities for students of diverse cultures to come together, share, and learn in a nurturing environment. We believe these relationships strengthen the bonds of friendship throughout the world.

Students spend an exciting school year living with a local family and studying at The Sagemont School! Living with a home-stay family offers the excitement of study abroad in the security of a family setting. You become be a part of another culture as your new family becomes an integral part of your life experiences. Home-stay families experience the intricacies of a foreign culture while developing life long friendships with foreign students. You will become a part of your home-stay family for the school year. They become your guardians, confidants and can guide you in your new environment.

Cost in US$: USD 32,000 - USD 34,000

* Uniforms
* Books
* Lap-top
* Yearbook
* Graduation cap and gown
* Local school trips
* College fairs
* College exams as well as homestay
* Meals
* Transportation

This does not include student cell phones and medical insurance.

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to United States Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Other
• Phone Interview

Sagemont International Study Abroad High School Program's Mission Statement: The mission of The Sagemont School's International Student Program is to promote educational and cultural awareness. Our international student program provides opportunities for students of diverse cultures to come together, share, and learn in a nurturing environment. We believe these relationships strengthen the bonds of friendship throughout the world. Students spend an exciting school year living with a local family and studying at The Sagemont School! Living with a home-stay family offers the excitement of study abroad in the security of a family setting. You become be a part of another culture as your new family becomes an integral part of your life experiences. Home-stay families experience the intricacies of a foreign culture while developing life long friendships with foreign students. You will become a part of your home-stay family for the school year. They become your guardians, confidants and can guide you in your new environment.

Year Founded: 2005