INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

In our classical curriculum, subjects are taught one year advanced as compared to standard grade level, and every Upper School class is taught at an Honors or AP level. The curriculum includes accelerated STEM and coding classes, taught by a former NASA researcher, and advanced humanities seminars led by professors whom have taught at the university level. In addition, The Wilberforce School is ranked as the number one fine arts school in NJ with offerings in studio art, choral music, and theatre.

International students receive ESL support in classes small enough to incorporate individualized attention. They receive instruction on American culture and vernacular, critical reading, and writing mechanics, in addition to coaching in seminar participation.

Our entire student body, including our international students, have the highest SAT average in the region, as well as 100 percent matriculation at four-year colleges. In our supportive, extensive college guidance program, one counselor is dedicated specifically to guiding international families through the college application process. This same counselor functions as an academic advisor to each international students throughout the entirety of their time at Wilberforce.

As this small group of students take every core course together throughout the day, classmates get to know each other quite well. In addition, we offer a program called the International Ambassadors Club. This is comprised of international students and American students who are particularly excited to welcome them, learn about their cultures, and help them acclimate to ours. This club hosts monthly lunches where students share about their hometowns, as well as monthly fun trips outside of school, including to nearby cities, restaurants, museums, and amusement centers.

International students are also welcome to participate in every extracurricular activity that our American students join. Offerings expand every year, and include such diverse options as a cappella, debate, art club, a student-led newspaper, the school musical, and yearbook, in addition to athletics.

Student Visit (if possible):

Once the Admissions Office receives your application we will contact you to schedule your student for a Student Visit Day. During a Student Visit Day, visitors are paired with a Wilberforce Ambassador. Visitors will participate in classes as well as recess and lunch. We also include time for students to complete admissions assessments and student interviews during their visit.

When your student visits:

• Please bring a water bottle, snack, and/or lunch.
• Wear comfortable attire that is not distracting.
• Complete visitor health forms.

Admissions Assessments (required):

All Students applying to The Wilberforce School are required to complete admissions assessments. Competencies include math, writing and ESL. The exam may be taken remotely. After your online application is complete, please contact our Admissions Director on 609.924.6117, or via email for more information.

Submit the Following Information to the Admissions Director:

• Copy of passport page
• Immunization records
• Official school transcripts for the past three years

The Admissions Committee will notify families in early March.

Following notification of acceptance, the family will be given a due date to confirm enrollment by submitting the signed contract and payment for the book fee and tuition deposit.

The International Student Coordinator will provide the family with the I-20 issued by the school, along with instructions on how to obtain a visa to enter the United States as an F-1 Student.

When a class is full, applicants may be placed in a waiting pool for that class. If a slot opens up, students will be selected from the waiting pool to fill the open slot.