Washtenaw Christian Academy

Washtenaw Christian Academy is a Christian school dedicated to providing a Christ-centered, academically challenging education.

International Students

International Student Program

Washtenaw Christian Academy is grateful for the opportunity to welcome students from around the world into our community. Hosting international students enriches our school culture and gives all of our students the chance to experience different perspectives in meaningful, everyday ways.

WCA has welcomed students from Brazil, Chile, China, Germany, Japan, Korea, and Sweden. We look forward to sharing our Christ-centered, college-preparatory program with students and families from across the globe.

 

How to Apply

To be considered for admission, international students must complete the following steps:

  1. Create an account
  2. Submit the New Student Application
    • Please select “International Student” for application type
    • Application deadline is May 1st
  3. Pay the $500 application fee (refundable if enrollment is denied)
  4. Complete the Duolingo English Test
    • This is an online, on-demand English proficiency test ($70)
    • The test covers grammar, listening, reading, writing, and speaking
    • Paid for by the applicant (not WCA)
  5. Submit required forms and documents:
    • Student Response Form
    • Parent Response Form
    • Transcripts (translated to English) sent to dhazey@washtenawchristian.org
    • Copy of passport
    • Copy of birth certificate
    • Health Appraisal with up-to-date immunizations

Once all the above items are received and processed by WCA, an online (Skype, Zoom, etc.) interview may be arranged.

After Acceptance

Accepted students will receive a Form I-20 (Certificate of Eligibility for Non-immigrant Student Status). This document is required to:

  • Apply for an F-1 student visa at a U.S. embassy or consulate
  • Request a change to F-1 status (if already in the U.S.)
  • Transfer from another U.S. school while maintaining F-1 status

 

Start Your Application

If you are interested in applying to WCA, please proceed to our online application.

 

Host Families

WCA families play a vital role in supporting international students.

Host Family Testimony

“When WCA shared the need for host families, we felt both excited about how God could use us and nervous about how it would impact our family with three young boys.Six years later, we can say it’s been one of the best decisions we’ve made. What began as welcoming a student into our home turned into gaining a daughter, sister, and lifelong friend.We originally hoped to be a blessing—but we’ve been blessed far beyond what we ever imagined.”

If you are interested in becoming a host family, please complete the Host Family Application Form.

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Questions?

For more information about admissions, please contact:


Deborah Hazey
dhazey@washtenawchristian.org
734-429-7733 ext. 2115