Boarding School United States
The experience that will change your life
Boarding School United States
The experience that will change your life
We design the experience of your dreams
- Academic, athletic, and artistic scholarships
- Course valid in your country of origin
- We take care of everything so that you only have to worry about learning English, gaining maturity, and living the adventure of a lifetime.
We design the experience of your dreams
- Academic, athletic, and artistic scholarships
- Course valid in your country of origin
- We take care of everything so that you only have to worry about learning English, gaining maturity, and living the adventure of a lifetime.
· Becas académicas, deportivas y artísticas
· Curso convalidable con tu país de origen
· Nos encargamos de todo para que tu sólo te preocupes de aprender inglés, ganar madurez y vivir la aventura de tu vida.
Requirements:
Accommodation
You will enjoy private accommodation on campus, offering a complete and comfortable living experience for students.
Meals
From breakfast to dinner, our students enjoy a balanced diet supervised by nutritionists.
Health insurance
Health insurance is essential for studying in the US. The schools themselves offer their own private health insurance.
Sport
It doesn’t matter if you practice recreationally or competitively. All our centers have different sports levels to suit you.
Activities
Our schools offer a wide range of extracurricular activities to sign up for, as well as trips and experiences both on and off campus.
Follow-up
The average teacher/student ratio at our centers is 1:8, ensuring individual and personalized attention.
Requirements:
Accommodation
Meals
Sport
Health insurance
Follow-up
Activities
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Your dreams start here
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Awex Stories
Real stories from our students and families in the United States and Canada. Discover how they lived their experience, what they learned, and how this adventure transformed their lives.
Awex Stories
Real stories from our students and families in the United States and Canada. Discover how they lived their experience, what they learned, and how this adventure transformed their lives.
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Who can participate in the one-year academic program abroad?
The main admission criteria are: being a secondary or high school student in your home country, having a solid level of English, meeting the age requirements, maintaining academic grades above 6.5/10, demonstrating a strong athletic level (if applicable), and showing real motivation to become an exchange student.
Please note that we only accept a limited number of students each year, so you’ll need to work hard beforehand to improve your English level and academic performance. We can assure you — your effort will be worth it.
What will happen if I get sick while I'm away?
First of all, remember that you won’t be alone. At your school, you’ll have medical staff available to assess your health whenever needed, and you’ll also have local support to assist you at all times.
All our programs include a comprehensive medical and accident insurance policy. Before your departure to the United States, we’ll explain exactly how to use your insurance if you ever need it — it’s very simple and completely safe.
Will I be able to travel during my stay?
Yes, as long as your legal guardians give their authorization. During your school year in the United States, you will likely have several opportunities to travel and explore new places.
Your school may organize excursions that you can join, or your local coordinator might suggest trips or activities with other international students in the area.
Will I be able to make new friends as a foreigner?
Although it may seem challenging at first, you will soon meet many new people. Our students always say how easy it is to make friends, socialize, and how friendly and welcoming everyone tends to be.
Gradually, you’ll start making friends at your High School, on sports teams, or in the clubs and activities you join. Some American schools that accept exchange students have welcome programs specifically designed to help students integrate. It’s also common to have a “student buddy”, who is responsible for showing you around campus and helping you settle in.
Believe me — the hardest part won’t be making friends, it will be saying goodbye when it’s time to go home.
Will I be able to return to Spain to spend Christmas or any other holiday period?
With a J1 exchange student visa, you wouldn’t be able to. Fortunately, we work with the F1 visa, which allows you to return to Spain during your vacation periods and also lets your parents visit you.
If you don't get B1, could you still go on exchange for your first year of high school?
To study in the United States, you will need to take certain exams, since Spanish qualifications are not directly recognized. Depending on the student’s level, you may take the Duolingo, TOEFL, or SAT exam.
Is it possible to obtain a full scholarship?
While it is possible, it’s not very common, as full scholarships are rare. You and your family should consider whether you can make an investment of between $15,000 and $20,000.
What does your program include?
Our program includes housing, meals, tuition, extracurricular activities or your chosen sport, and insurance.
Can I apply for a scholarship if I am not Spanish?
At Awex, we work with students from all over the world.
What is the difference between an F1 visa and a J1 visa?
On one hand, the J1 visa is granted by the U.S. government to a limited number of students so they can study in the United States for an academic year. However, students cannot choose their location or school.
With a J1 visa, the American host family selects the international student who will live with them for the upcoming year, based on the personality and interests described in the student’s application letter. Host families welcome students voluntarily. The school is then assigned based on the family’s location, so the student cannot choose the state, area, or school.
The main feature of this visa is its low cost, making it an economical option for families with a tighter budget who want to give their children the opportunity to study a year in the United States.
On the other hand, the F1 visa is more expensive. Students can choose which school to attend based on the activities offered or the state/area they prefer. Once the school is selected, a host family is assigned nearby, or the student may have the option to live in the school dormitory.
Host families for F1 students do receive financial compensation (although not very high) for hosting the student during their academic stay in the United States.
What do I need beforehand to gain admission to an American university?
Coaches assess an athlete’s sporting level through several factors:
Official results or times
National and international competitions
Demonstration video
Awex Education evaluation
With all this information, at Awex Education we evaluate each athlete and their family, and work with schools that match their athletic and academic level, offering good opportunities to secure a sports scholarship and join the team.
What course can I study in the United States?
You can study any level of ESO or Bachillerato, although it is most common to enroll from 3rd year of ESO onward.
Can I choose the city I want to go to or my school?
When should you start the process?
It is recommended to start them in September or October of the previous year, as this allows enough time to prepare all procedures and exams in advance, ensuring there are no unexpected issues.
What is the selection process for acceptance into the program?
At Awex, we will conduct a personal interview to assess your English level, athletic and academic performance, and your motivation to take on this experience.
Afterwards, we will send you a scholarship proposal at no cost and with no obligation. If the proposal suits you, we will prepare a contract, which must be signed by both parties. Once the contract is signed, we will begin the process of finding the school that best fits your profile. We will select three options, and the final school will send you your letter of acceptance.
At Awex, we will guide you before, during, and after the entire process.
What is the average level of English required to study in the US?
You should have an intermediate level that allows you to communicate with your teachers and classmates. Don’t worry if you’re not fluent — improving your fluency is one of the goals you will achieve through this experience.
When does the course start?
It depends on the state you live in, but in general, classes start between mid-August and early September and end throughout June.
Will there be more international students at the school?
Yes, you will be with a small number of students from different nationalities. At Awex, we ensure we work with schools that have a low percentage of Spanish-speaking international students, so the experience is fully immersive.
Which subjects should I choose in order to have the course validated?
The Ministry of Education regulates the validation of studies completed abroad. You will need to enroll in a minimum of four mandatory subjects and complete your course with some of the many electives offered by the U.S. education system. At Awex, we guide you throughout the process so you know exactly which subjects to take, ensuring there are no issues when validating your credits in Spain.
Is a visa required to study in the US, and who processes it?
Yes, we will be working with the F1 visa. At Awex, we will support you throughout the entire application process to ensure everything goes smoothly.
Who will pick me up when I arrive at my destination?
Most commonly, a representative from the school you enrolled in will be waiting for you at the departure gate. You won’t need to worry about anything else except finding your gate at the airport, and upon arrival, someone will be there to meet you.
Are there any scholarships available to study in the US?
At Awex, we secure generous scholarships thanks to the students’ profiles and the partnership agreements we have with the schools.