CHRISTIAN CENTRAL ACADEMY
Pre-K-12 Private College-Preparatory School39 Academy Street Williamsville, NY 14221
Christian Central Academy recognizes and celebrates the diversity of God’s creativity expressed through the variety of languages and cultures around the world. Our goal is for our U.S. students to expand their awareness and appreciation for others from different countries, while offering the unique strengths of our high-quality, Christian education. In alignment with our institutional Statement of Faith and Philosophy of Christian Education, we welcome applications from qualified international students for entry into grades 9, 10, or 11 who wish to:
* Participate fully in the life of our school community
* Successfully complete their high school diploma from CCA
* Be prepared for admission to college or university
International Student Program Tuition and Fees
Christian Central Academy’s International Student Program (ISP) provides students with a solid preparation for college or university acceptance, while also supporting their English language development. Please contact the school directly for detailed program costs.
Definition of an International Student
For the purposes of our program, an international student is defined as someone who:
* Is between the ages of 14–18 at the time of admission
* Does not have permanent residence in the United States
* Does not speak English as a native language and requires support to develop and improve their language skills
* Requires the issuance of a Form I-20 to enter the United States
English Language Proficiency
We recognize that international students often come to the United States to improve their English. However, due to the extensive reading and comprehension skills required for academic success, international students must demonstrate a minimum proficiency in English for admission to CCA. Class instruction is provided only in English.
While CCA’s ESL program offers comprehensive language support throughout the year, we do not offer a foundational ESL program for beginners. The minimum proficiency required will vary depending on the grade level for which the student is applying. International students must submit scores from one of the following language tests, with recommended scores for favorable consideration:
Graduation Expectations
In order to earn a diploma from Christian Central Academy, an international student must be enrolled for at least the junior and senior years to successfully complete all necessary graduation requirements.
Note: The only exception for enrolling as a 12th grader is if the student has previously been enrolled in another American or International (English) school for at least the prior year and has earned enough transferable credits to meet CCA’s course requirements.
Host Families
Christian Central Academy families open their homes to welcome international students. Each host family undergoes an application process that includes a criminal background check, reference checks, personal interviews, and home visits to ensure the best possible care for our students. The International Student Program Coordinator maintains regular contact with both host families and students to facilitate the acclimation process and offer assistance as needed.
Download Host Family FAQs: To learn more about being a host family, download the Host Family FAQ document: Host Family Frequently Asked Questions
Explore More About Our Grade Levels:
To learn more about the academic experience at each grade level, click on the links below: