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International Students in U.S. ��ñ�� Schools: What Parents Should Know

Sending your child abroad to attend a U.S. boarding school is a major decision—especially for international families. In 2025, with evolving visa regulations, rising tuition, and shifting global competition, understanding the ins and outs of U.S. boarding for international students is more critical than ever. This article guides parents, students, and educators through key considerations, best practices, benefits, and risks of enrolling as an international boarding student in the U.S.

Why Consider a U.S. ��ñ�� School as an International Student

Academic & Preparatory Advantages

U.S. boarding schools often offer:

• Rigorous, college-preparatory curricula (AP, honors, or even IB)

• Close faculty access, small class sizes, and structured academic supervision

• College counseling and alumni networks oriented toward U.S. higher education

• Immersion in English and American culture, which helps transition to U.S. colleges

These elements can give international students a stronger footing when applying to U.S. universities.

Cultural Exposure & Network Building

Living on campus allows students to:

• Forge friendships with peers from across the U.S. and the world

• Develop cross-cultural skills, global mindsets, and independence

• Access extracurriculars, leadership opportunities, and advanced facilities

Many boarding schools in the U.S. actively recruit and support international

Do ��ñ�� School Graduates Have Better College Outcomes?

Parents, educators, and students often wonder: does attending a boarding school improve a student’s prospects in college? The short answer is: often—but with important caveats. In this article, we dig into the evidence, clarifying when and how a boarding school experience may contribute to stronger college outcomes, and when it may not.

What Do We Mean by “Better College Outcomes”?

By “better college outcomes,” we refer primarily to:

• College enrollment rate (immediately after high school)

• Persistence (continuing to year two and beyond)

• Graduation rates (within four, five, or six years)

• Institutional selectivity and degree quality

• Longer-term outcomes (graduate degrees, earnings, leadership roles)

In assessing boarding school impact, we must account for selection effects—students who enroll in boarding schools often already differ in family background, resources, academic readiness, or ambition from peers in day schools or public schools.

What the Research Shows

Historical and Programmatic Studies

One of the more cited studies, commissioned by the Association of ��ñ�� Schools (TABS), surveyed over 2,700 students and alumni (boarding, private-day, public) and found that boarding school graduates were more likely to:

• Report strong academic and nonacademic preparation for college

• Enroll and excel in higher education

In The Pandemic: Parents' Concerns About ��ñ�� School (Updated 2025)

Sending children to boarding school has always involved a mixture of excitement and worry. Parents naturally wonder about safety, homesickness, and tuition. But since the COVID-19 pandemic reshaped education beginning in 2020, boarding schools have had to adapt in ways that continue to influence policy and parental concerns in 2025.

Today, parents’ questions extend beyond virus protocols to include long-term health preparedness, affordability, student well-being, and the value of in-person education in a digital-first world. Let’s address some of the most common concerns families still raise when considering boarding school in 2025.

Will my child be safe at boarding school?

In 2025, safety at boarding schools means more than protection from illness. While the acute phase of the pandemic has passed, schools have kept many of the practices introduced in 2020. Routine health monitoring, improved ventilation, and upgraded campus medical centers are now standard. According to the U.S. Department of Education, over 80% of private schools implemented permanent improvements to air filtration and sanitation systems by 2023, and those investments remain in place ().

Most boarding schools now employ full-time health directors, some with backgrounds in public health. Regular mental health screenings have become just as common as physical checkups. Parents can expect robust counseling services, expanded wellness programs, and partnerships with local hospitals for rapid response care.

Will my child need health screenings?

While mandatory COVID-19 testing is no longer required, most

Nutrition, Health & Wellness in ��ñ�� Schools: What Parents Should Expect in Student Care 2025-26

As families prepare for the 2025-26 academic year, the conversation around nutrition, health, and wellness in boarding schools has never been more important. Parents increasingly want assurance that their children’s well-being is not only safeguarded but actively nurtured through holistic care. Today’s boarding schools are rising to meet this expectation with robust dining programs, expanded health services, and innovative wellness initiatives that prioritize both the body and mind.

This article explores what parents can expect when it comes to student care in boarding schools, including nutrition standards, physical and mental health resources, and the broader culture of wellness shaping campus life.

Why Nutrition, Health & Wellness Matter More Than Ever

��ñ�� schools are more than just academic institutions; they are full-time environments where students live, learn, and grow. For many families, the decision to enroll a child in boarding school comes with the expectation that the school will serve as an extended home—providing balanced meals, medical care, fitness opportunities, and emotional support.

In recent years, this focus has intensified due to:

• Rising awareness of adolescent mental health: According to the, nearly 42% of high school students report persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness. ��ñ�� schools are directly addressing these challenges with expanded counseling and wellness programs.

• Nutrition-linked academic

��ñ�� Schools & Climate/Environmental Education: Are Residential Schools Leading the Way?

Introduction

In an era of accelerating climate change, schools bear a growing responsibility to prepare students not only academically but also environmentally. Among educational models, residential or boarding schools are uniquely positioned to integrate climate education deeply into campus life. But do boarding schools truly lead in environmental education, or is the advantage overstated?

This article examines how, in 2025, many boarding schools are taking leadership roles in climate and environmental education—through curriculum, operations, student empowerment, and institutional partnerships. We also assess constraints and outline best practices that day schools and public systems might emulate.

Why ��ñ�� Schools Might Have an Edge

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• 24/7 campus life — Students live on site, so sustainable practices in dorms, dining, energy use, and waste management become part of daily life, not just a classroom add-on.

• Integrated scheduling flexibility — With students available beyond class hours, schools can embed hands-on labs, evening projects, and weekend field expeditions tied to climate education.

• Control over infrastructure — Many boarding schools own large campuses and can renovate or build with sustainability in mind (solar, green buildings, greywater systems).

• Cohesive community culture — Shared values, house systems, dorm rituals can reinforce environmental stewardship in