International Prep School in Maryland - The Gunston School
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International Prep School in Maryland - The Gunston School
International Students at Gunston
International students have been part of the Gunston community's fabric since the inception of the school in 1911. International students attend Gunston with the aim of receiving a rigorous, personalized, and nurturing educational experience, as well as gain admission to selective colleges and universities in the United States. Throughout
Gunston's history, we have welcomed international students from the countries of Germany, Spain, Poland, Brazil, Japan, South Korea, Vietnam, and China, among
others. International students at Gunston have the opportunity to experience American life and culture through both our school's curriculum and our varied extracurricular programs. Our international students live with host families within the local community, some of whom are teachers and many of whom have their own children enrolled at Gunston. Because of this, the Gunston experience is highly English-intensive and fully focused on an integration into American culture. It also means that Gunston is a less expensive option than many boarding schools. Our host family program allows for a comfortable, friendly, and safe environment that provides a perfect balance of the American experience and excellent preparation for admission into the most competitive colleges and universities.
English Literature Class
The Gunston Writing Center
Homework Period
Tutorial Period
TOEFL Tests
SAT Tests
Athletics
Graduation
English Immersion
This class introduces international students to reading complete works of literature and provides careful and thorough instruction in the Gunston writing process. Students who successfully complete the English Literature class are ready to transition into the standard English class for their grade level.
The Writing Center is staffed by an English instructor who works directly with the international students on developing their writing skills. Students either work one-to-one with the instructor or in small groups of two or three. The Writing Center is open daily and students are either assigned for sessions by their English teacher or they may drop in for extra help.
Study time is built into the students’ daily schedules giving them the opportunity to complete assignments, prepare for tests, read, conduct research, write papers, or meet with teachers for extra help.
Tutorial Period is a daily academic support period open to all students. All classroom teachers participate in tutorial period. Students may elect to attend tutorial to review material or to prepare for upcoming assessments. Teachers may assign students to tutorial when they identify the need for extra help or when the student performance is below course and school expectations. Tutorial is designed to ensure academic success by providing early intervention to students who are experiencing academic difficulty.
TOEFL Tests are offered most weekends throughout the school year. Students can seek guidance from the Director of Global Programs or visit the TOEFL Web site at
www.ets.org/toefl
. Registration can be done on-line and must be done in the students name that is on their passport.
SAT tests are offered throughout the school year. Information on dates and registration for these tests can be obtained from the Gunston College Guidance Office. Registration can be done online through the College Board website:
www.sat.collegeboard.org
International students are required to meet the two-season sport requirement each year, and we believe that participation in team sports is one of the most effective ways for international students to facilitate their integration into both the American and the Gunston culture. Students must also attend the required pre-season training for fall team sports. Prior to matriculation, the Director of Global Programs works with the Director of Athletics to coordinate athletics registration.
International students who wish to receive a Gunston diploma must meet the graduation requirements of the school as outlined in the Student Handbook. Applicable credits transfer from other accredited high schools as outlined in the Student Handbook.
International students attend Gunston with the aim of mastering the English-language and gaining admission to colleges and universities in the United States. Therefore, Gunston seeks to be a full-immersion English environment for international students.
College Acceptances—Gunston International Students
The Host Family Experience
International students experience daily American home life and increase their cultural awareness by living with host families. In addition to providing a safe, secure environment, meals, and ensuring transportation to/from school, host families care for their student and consider them to be a part of the family. This arrangement ensures an authentic cultural experience for our international students and also enables them to expand their language proficiency outside of their academic program.
Tuition and Fees
International student tuition is inclusive of the academic program, housing, lunch, auxiliary fees, and any applicable agency fees.
Please contact David Henry, Director of Admission at
dhenry@gunston.org
to get more information on Gunston's tuition and fees for our international student program.
Applying to Gunston
Most international students use agencies to apply to Gunston. If applying to Gunston directly or through an agency that does not have an application form, the application can be found on the
Gunston website here
. Please contact David Henry, Director of Admission at dhenry@gunston.org with any questions.
Agencies that Gunston Partners With
Gunston partners with many agencies to assist with recruiting students from a variety of countries:
McGrath
- Discover your potential, reach bilingualism and live experience with McGrath. We accompany you throughout the process, from the search and customization of your ideal program to your return, and beyond. We manage everything for you and help you make decisions, get the most out of it and enjoy like never before. We work day by day as a true team: students, parents, centers and teachers, families and residences, partners, supervisors and support staff ... We put at your disposal all our resources, knowledge, experience, international networks, and our team of experts in each of the phases. 99% of our students would repeat the experience without hesitation.
AWEX Education
-
Awex is formed by specialists who bring experience through diverse international, educational, and cultural backgrounds. The quality of our people is the key to driving the success and satisfaction of our students. The work of our team ensures that all our processes and programs have been thoroughly analyzed. Thanks to this, we are confident that the student will have the best possible tools and live experiences that will enable them to face their future with assured success.
Global College USA
-
"Studying in the United States is a unique experience that will bring many advantages for your professional and athletic future. Here we provide you with some of the reasons that will help you to make the decision to choose the USA.” 1) You will receive an education in a world leading education system. The USA has some of the best universities in the world. 2) If English is not your first language, you will be bilingual in it. English is an essential language. 3) You will have the opportunity to obtain athletic and academic scholarships to reduce the costs. 4) You will have a great and unique experience.
Cambridge Network
’s international student program prepares students for life abroad prior to arriving at Gunston and continues to provide international students with on-going support throughout the school year. International students coming from
China, Vietnam, or South Korea
can work with Cambridge Network to apply to The Gunston School (if using Cambridge, please use
this form
to start the process)
"We had no prior experience with our children studying abroad. And after this time, we're sure that the school was the best choice, so we feel very fortunate and grateful...The entire experience at Gunston has contributed positively to our children's education and values, and of course to their life experience for their future...We will always recommend Gunston as it will always be in our hearts." - Georgina and Xavi P’23’27, Spain
International students have unique needs, and Gunston is committed to providing our international students and the international program with the appropriate support infrastructure to support their social, emotional, and cultural needs.
Assistant Head of School:
assists the student with academic scheduling and academic progress reports.
Christie Grabis
Head of School:
should be contacted if there are concerns/issues where no satisfactory resolution has been found.
John Lewis
International Students at Gunston
International students have been part of the Gunston community's fabric since the inception of the school in 1911. International students attend Gunston with the aim of receiving a rigorous, personalized, and nurturing educational experience, as well as gain admission to selective colleges and universities in the United States. Throughout
Gunston's history, we have welcomed international students from the countries of Germany, Spain, Poland, Brazil, Japan, South Korea, Vietnam, and China, among
others. International students at Gunston have the opportunity to experience American life and culture through both our school's curriculum and our varied extracurricular programs. Our international students live with host families within the local community, some of whom are teachers and many of whom have their own children enrolled at Gunston. Because of this, the Gunston experience is highly English-intensive and fully focused on an integration into American culture. It also means that Gunston is a less expensive option than many boarding schools. Our host family program allows for a comfortable, friendly, and safe environment that provides a perfect balance of the American experience and excellent preparation for admission into the most competitive colleges and universities.
English Literature Class
The Gunston Writing Center
Homework Period
Tutorial Period
TOEFL Tests
SAT Tests
Athletics
Graduation
English Immersion
This class introduces international students to reading complete works of literature and provides careful and thorough instruction in the Gunston writing process. Students who successfully complete the English Literature class are ready to transition into the standard English class for their grade level.
The Writing Center is staffed by an English instructor who works directly with the international students on developing their writing skills. Students either work one-to-one with the instructor or in small groups of two or three. The Writing Center is open daily and students are either assigned for sessions by their English teacher or they may drop in for extra help.
Study time is built into the students’ daily schedules giving them the opportunity to complete assignments, prepare for tests, read, conduct research, write papers, or meet with teachers for extra help.
Tutorial Period is a daily academic support period open to all students. All classroom teachers participate in tutorial period. Students may elect to attend tutorial to review material or to prepare for upcoming assessments. Teachers may assign students to tutorial when they identify the need for extra help or when the student performance is below course and school expectations. Tutorial is designed to ensure academic success by providing early intervention to students who are experiencing academic difficulty.
TOEFL Tests are offered most weekends throughout the school year. Students can seek guidance from the Director of Global Programs or visit the TOEFL Web site at
www.ets.org/toefl
. Registration can be done on-line and must be done in the students name that is on their passport.
SAT tests are offered throughout the school year. Information on dates and registration for these tests can be obtained from the Gunston College Guidance Office. Registration can be done online through the College Board website:
www.sat.collegeboard.org
International students are required to meet the two-season sport requirement each year, and we believe that participation in team sports is one of the most effective ways for international students to facilitate their integration into both the American and the Gunston culture. Students must also attend the required pre-season training for fall team sports. Prior to matriculation, the Director of Global Programs works with the Director of Athletics to coordinate athletics registration.
International students who wish to receive a Gunston diploma must meet the graduation requirements of the school as outlined in the Student Handbook. Applicable credits transfer from other accredited high schools as outlined in the Student Handbook.
International students attend Gunston with the aim of mastering the English-language and gaining admission to colleges and universities in the United States. Therefore, Gunston seeks to be a full-immersion English environment for international students.
College Acceptances—Gunston International Students
The Host Family Experience
International students experience daily American home life and increase their cultural awareness by living with host families. In addition to providing a safe, secure environment, meals, and ensuring transportation to/from school, host families care for their student and consider them to be a part of the family. This arrangement ensures an authentic cultural experience for our international students and also enables them to expand their language proficiency outside of their academic program.
Tuition and Fees
International student tuition is inclusive of the academic program, housing, lunch, auxiliary fees, and any applicable agency fees.
Please contact David Henry, Director of Admission at
dhenry@gunston.org
to get more information on Gunston's tuition and fees for our international student program.
Applying to Gunston
Most international students use agencies to apply to Gunston. If applying to Gunston directly or through an agency that does not have an application form, the application can be found on the
Gunston website here
. Please contact David Henry, Director of Admission at dhenry@gunston.org with any questions.
Agencies that Gunston Partners With
Gunston partners with many agencies to assist with recruiting students from a variety of countries:
McGrath
- Discover your potential, reach bilingualism and live experience with McGrath. We accompany you throughout the process, from the search and customization of your ideal program to your return, and beyond. We manage everything for you and help you make decisions, get the most out of it and enjoy like never before. We work day by day as a true team: students, parents, centers and teachers, families and residences, partners, supervisors and support staff ... We put at your disposal all our resources, knowledge, experience, international networks, and our team of experts in each of the phases. 99% of our students would repeat the experience without hesitation.
AWEX Education
-
Awex is formed by specialists who bring experience through diverse international, educational, and cultural backgrounds. The quality of our people is the key to driving the success and satisfaction of our students. The work of our team ensures that all our processes and programs have been thoroughly analyzed. Thanks to this, we are confident that the student will have the best possible tools and live experiences that will enable them to face their future with assured success.
Global College USA
-
"Studying in the United States is a unique experience that will bring many advantages for your professional and athletic future. Here we provide you with some of the reasons that will help you to make the decision to choose the USA.” 1) You will receive an education in a world leading education system. The USA has some of the best universities in the world. 2) If English is not your first language, you will be bilingual in it. English is an essential language. 3) You will have the opportunity to obtain athletic and academic scholarships to reduce the costs. 4) You will have a great and unique experience.
Cambridge Network
’s international student program prepares students for life abroad prior to arriving at Gunston and continues to provide international students with on-going support throughout the school year. International students coming from
China, Vietnam, or South Korea
can work with Cambridge Network to apply to The Gunston School (if using Cambridge, please use
this form
to start the process)
"We had no prior experience with our children studying abroad. And after this time, we're sure that the school was the best choice, so we feel very fortunate and grateful...The entire experience at Gunston has contributed positively to our children's education and values, and of course to their life experience for their future...We will always recommend Gunston as it will always be in our hearts." - Georgina and Xavi P’23’27, Spain
International students have unique needs, and Gunston is committed to providing our international students and the international program with the appropriate support infrastructure to support their social, emotional, and cultural needs.
Assistant Head of School:
assists the student with academic scheduling and academic progress reports.
Christie Grabis
Head of School:
should be contacted if there are concerns/issues where no satisfactory resolution has been found.
John Lewis