Amerigo's private school campuses bring together students from around the world into a safe, enriched boarding community that takes advantage of countless opportunities for immersion in American & Canadian culture.

Prepare and Submit

Be prepared to submit the following documents:
  • Certified English Translation of Transcripts
  • Official Transcript in Original Language Certified
  • English Proficiency Testing
  • Copy of Passport
  • Two Letters of Recommendation from Teachers
Complete the application form online.
  • Access the link to the online application portal below.
  • Complete the application and submit required documents.

Interview

  • The Amerigo team will review the application and request any additional information needed.
  • We will schedule a Skype interview to meet the applicant and learn more about his/her interest in the Amerigo program.
  • Amerigo will review the application and the interview and confirm that the applicant meets all program criteria.

Confirm Your Place

  • Accepted students will receive an enrollment packet with supplemental documents to be completed by the student.
  • To reserve the student’s place in the Amerigo program, the tuition deposit of $5,000 USD must be received by the deadline indicated.
  • Upon processing of the enrollment documents and the tuition deposit, students will be issued their I-20 form.

Getting Your Visa

  • Once the visa application has been approved, the remaining balance of tuition and fees will be due at a date indicated by Amerigo prior to student’s arrival.
  • If the visa application is not approved, the student will receive a refund of the deposit (less $750 for administrative fees) upon sending the original I-20 form and a copy of the denial letter to the issuing institution.

  • To study in the United States, the student will need to apply for an F-1 visa with the local U.S. Embassy or Consulate.
  • Students will then complete an interview to demonstrate their ties to their home country, ability to pay for their education, and seriousness as a student.
Eligibility requirements

To be eligible for the Amerigo programs, an applicant must meet the following requirements:

Academic Ability 2.5 GPA or higher
Language Ability TOEFL iBT | 59 or higher
  IELTS | 5.0 or higher
  Other | Contact Admissions for more information
Teacher Letters of Recommendation 1 English, 1 Math
Interview Video - language/character assessment

 

If students have completed an IDAT test (www.idat.org), it will be considered and results should be sent to admissions@amerigoeducation.com

*Amerigo Los Angeles and Amerigo Napa Valley campuses have additional requirements. Please email admissions@amerigoeducation.com for more information.