INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Your journey at one of California’s top boarding schools begins here. Army and Navy Academy propels students toward academic and personal excellence while instilling virtues that will help young men to succeed in college and beyond. The Office of Admission is here to help you make your school choice through personalized campus tours and consultations.
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PREPARE FOR COLLEGE ABROAD
The United States is home to more than half of the world’s top-rated colleges. Army and Navy Academy’s college preparatory program aligns with the rigorous standards of the University of California system. That’s why graduates in recent years have matriculated to top colleges across the country, including the University of Chicago, Stanford, Georgetown, Johns Hopkins, UC Berkeley, UCLA, UCSD, and UC Irvine. The Academy also offers competitive sport programs including basketball, soccer, tennis, golf, and eSports along with a wide variety of clubs and service organizations.
MILITARY TRADITIONS
Army and Navy Academy has a legacy of educating top leaders through our West Point-style leadership training and character development programs. Graduates are prepared for top leadership positions in various professional fields. Many international graduates become prominent leaders in business, hotel management, law, government, diplomacy, medicine, science, engineering, technology, aviation, and the arts. They follow the highest values: honor, integrity, respect, responsibility, compassion, and gratitude as they make an impact in their professions, communities, and the world.
Army and Navy Academy has a thriving population of cadets from other countries. More than 20% of our student body holds citizenship in countries other than the United States. The Academy’s unique beachfront location in Carlsbad, California means that international cadets are able to enjoy time at the beach daily and are a quick drive away from San Diego International Airport for travel home.
Our renowned ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) program can help young men who are not native English speakers develop the skills and confidence necessary to speak English fluently. This is a tremendous benefit for students looking to achieve in the global community.
The Academy has been profiled by Study International and many other international agencies as a destination of choice for international students.
CONSIDERATIONS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
GETTING STARTED
Students and families interested in international admission should apply online. You will be contacted by Victor Traycey, our Associate Director of International Admission, to set up a campus tour and interview. You can contact Victor at vtraycey@armyandnavyacademy.org or by phone at 760.547.5285.
ESOL AND ESL
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) has largely replaced English as a Second Language (ESL) as a course offering at American schools.
New international students may participate in a 3-week ESOL Summer Accelerator. This course is offered in early August annually and helps students improve their English proficiency skills while acclimating to life at our military boarding school prior to the start of classes.
Students who are not fluent in English must participate in a full-year ESOL course program during the school year, encompassing two semesters. We encourage all second-year students to select one of our ESOL elective classes to further their English writing, reading, speaking, and comprehension capabilities.
TRAVEL TO THE ACADEMY
Army and Navy Academy is a 35-minute drive from San Diego International Airport (SAN) and approximately 2 hours from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). We recommend arranging travel through one of these airports.
Local hotels offer discounts to families visiting or touring Army and Navy Academy. Please click HERE to view a list of participating hotels.
ENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS
The Academy requires a minimum intermediate English language proficiency to attend. We accept the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), Secondary School Admissions Test (SSAT) or the Duolingo English Test as proof of English language proficiency. Requirements are as follows:
HIGH SCHOOL
TOEFL iBT: 52+
TOEFL ITP: 445+
SSAT: 1800+
Duolingo: 90+
MIDDLE SCHOOL
For students entering 7th or 8th grade, we suggest a TOEFL Junior score of 725+. If your student is below this proficiency level, please discuss options with your Admissions Counselor.
COLLEGE PLANNING
The Academy offers students college choice and planning assistance through our Counseling program. This program consists of group workshops and personalized assistance. Our counselors work with students to ensure that they are accepted at colleges that will challenge them academically and set up them up for success in life beyond.