International Students

International students seeking a high school diploma and who regularly attend a Christian Science Sunday School with a sincere desire to progress in their understanding and application of Christian Science are welcome to apply to our Upper School (grades 9–12). We do not offer international admission for students grade 8 and below. Principia requires at least one parent be a member of a local Christian Science branch church and committed to relying on Christian Science for healing.

The Upper School does not offer one-year enrichment or exchange programs. Students who will turn 19 prior to July of their 12th-grade year are not eligible.

The application window for the 2018–2019 academic year has closed. The online application for the 2019–2020 academic year will open on October 1, 2018.

Required application items for Principia Upper School

• A completed online admissions application, including these items:
  • 3 academic references
  • 2 Christian Science references
  • A written essay
  • A photo
  • An official transcript showing marks in core subjects (math, history, social science, natural science, and languages) that are equivalent to the USA 2.3 grade point average or higher
  • English proficiency and an internet-based TOEFL exam score of 59 or higher for 9th/10th grade or 72 or higher for 11th/12th grade. (Register at www.ets.org/toefl. Principia's school code is 1964.) Testing results must be received no later than February 15.
  • Copy of passport
  • Copy of birth certificate
  • Official TB test results
• A completed financial aid application  along with bank verification of your family’s ability to pay all expenses not covered by financial aid, should be submitted at the same time as the admissions application.

Expenses not covered by financial aid

• Any outstanding balance for tuition, room, board, and fees. Although Principia offers financial aid to qualified students, this amount may not entirely cover the cost of tuition, room, and board—and a student’s family is responsible for payment of the balance.
• International flights to and from Principia. Transportation between your home and Principia is the responsibility of the student’s family.
• Money for personal items, school supplies, uniforms, casual clothing, and social activities
• TOEFL, TB test, or visa-related expenses i.e., application, interview
• Health insurance (required)

If you have questions about admission to Principia Upper School, email School Admissions.