Grand Rapids Christian Schools enroll students in 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, and 11th grade. Students who attend for at least two years, including their 12th grade year, will graduate with a diploma from Grand Rapids Christian Schools. The criteria for admission are as follows:

• The student and parents must understand and agree with the mission of Grand Rapids Christian Schools to provide students with a faith-based education and that all subjects are taught through the lens of a Christian world view.
• The student must be eager to fully participate in school, home and church activities.
• The student must show evidence of emotional stability, a good behavior record, and adequate social adjustment.
• The student must demonstrate academic English proficiency as determined by the school. 
• The student must demonstrate character qualities of integrity, self-discipline and motivation, consistent effort, obedient spirit, positive attitude and respectful behavior.
• The student must live in a homestay provided by the school.
• The student must arrive in Grand Rapids in early August (exact date will be communicated after acceptance to GRCHS).

OUR MISSION
Preparing students to be effective servants of Christ in contemporary society

OUR CORE VALUES
Students, parents, and staff are made in the image of God. As a learning community, we are committed to fully developing students' gifts in ways that affirm and celebrate each person. Our Christian learning community is committed to excellence, and all students are challenged to develop and use their God-given gifts.

WE PROFESS THAT:

• Our students will be presented with the basic message of Scripture and the redemption that has been given in Christ.
• Our student will be instructed in Scriptural principles that will guide them in mature living - in its spiritual, intellectual, and behavioral dimensions.
• Our students will be encouraged to recognize the greatness and the mercy of our Lord in every area of life.
• Our students will be guided into a true knowledge of God’s world, of its history, and its culture.
• Our students will be enabled to assess the values of the age from the perspective of Christ’s redemption and rule over all the world.

Download a printable version of the International Student Program at Grand Rapids Christian School Criteria for Admission.

Please download and complete the following forms. Completed forms and documents should be emailed to Joelle Williams. 
Fall Admission Deadline: May 1   

• General Application Form
• Essay Questions
• English Teacher Recommendation
• Math Teacher Recommendation
• Personal Recommendation
• Student and Family Photos

International Student Tuition 2021-2022

• First year students are required to pay an additional $2,000 for a mandatory two-week orientation camp.

• Scholarships ranging up $12,000 per year are available for students based on based on financial need, geographical location, and student application.

• Grand Rapids Christian Schools operates as its own agency and offers a comprehensive range of support services similar to those provided by international coordinating agencies. 

• Applications to Grand Rapids Christian Schools are accepted and reviewed as they are received. We recommend submitting applications early to allow for sufficient processing time. Priority consideration is given to applications received by March 1.

• Full tuition payment is required before the I-20 is issued.

• Download a printable International Student Tuition sheet.
• Download a printable International Student Tuition sheet in Chinese.

The Designated School Official (DSO) at Grand Rapids Christian High School will not issue an I-20 until both of the following requirements have been met:

1. The International Student Program Director has approved the application for admission
2. Full tuition has been received

Note: U.S.Federal law requires Grand Rapids Christian High School to determine, through written application that the student is academically and linguistically qualified and meets all entrance requirements for admission. Do not schedule your interview appointment with the U.S. Embassy until admission has been approved and an I-20 has been issued. After completing the Embassy interview, please contact the International Student Program office with the results and to notify us about your plans for arrival. For further information about the International Student Program at Grand Rapids Christian High School, please contact the International Student Program office.