EF Academy enrolls eager, curious and motivated students from all corners of the world. Our admissions process is holistic, inclusive and personalized. While school grades matter, we also evaluate each student's interests, goals and aspirations and consider how they could make a positive impact at our modern, international high school.
The EF Academy admissions process is designed to let us get to know you, your strengths and your motivation for studying at an international high school abroad. It's a very personal, uncomplicated process and we accept applications on a rolling basis.
Speak to admissions
Your local Admissions Consultant will invite you to an in-person or online consultation – so you can get to know us and we can get to know you.
Take the admissions test
Take the 50-minute EFSET test to determine your level of English. Different programs require different English level prerequisites (see 'Program prerequisites' below).
Complete an online application
Create your Student Profile, choose the EF Academy campus you are applying to, your academic program and residence preferences, and provide us with essential documents, including:
Attend an interview in English
This is your chance to tell us about your interests and ambitions, academic commitment and motivation for coming to EF Academy.
Acceptance decision
After making a holistic assessment of your application, you will receive our acceptance decision. Successful applicants will receive an acceptance pack and our Admissions Consultants will help you finalize any documentation closer to departure, including obtaining your visa.
Prepare for departure!
We will keep you informed in the months leading up to departure and invite you to a Pre-Departure Meeting so both students and parents are ready for this new adventure. Pack your bags!
We look for open-minded students who are committed to excelling academically, excited to explore their new surroundings and prepared to broaden their horizons abroad. Our application process considers more than just grades and we have some prerequisites to ensure your success at EF Academy.
Academics
We expect students to have completed the grade requirements that correspond to their age in their home country prior to the start of their program at EF Academy, so they are fully prepared to progress in their studies.
Motivation
We seek students who are ready to make the most of the EF Academy experience by engaging in our school community with a full heart, the best intentions and an open mind.
English level
English is the academic language used in all of our programs. While we don't expect total fluency, we do expect students to demonstrate the following English proficiency per program:
Most students will need to secure a student visa to study at our international high school. Our Admissions Consultants maintain strong relationships with visa compliance officers at our school. Together, they support families through the process by explaining the visa procedures, what information they need to submit, guiding them through interview preparation and answering any questions they have along the way.
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