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F-1 Schools in California
Accredited U.S. schools in California open to international F-1 visa students. Explore by city or browse all 5 schools below.
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International students in California — FAQ
- Can international students attend high school in California on an F-1 visa?
- Yes. International students can study at SEVP-certified private high schools in California on an F-1 visa with no fixed limit on how long they stay. (Public high schools may host F-1 students for a maximum of 12 months and require full-cost reimbursement, so most placements are at private schools.)
- How many schools in California enroll F-1 students?
- 5 schools in California on XportEdu currently enroll international F-1 visa students. Browse them by city above, or open any profile for programs, sports, academics, and F-1 study details.
- What does an international student need to study in California?
- A Form I-20 issued by an SEVP-certified school, an approved F-1 student visa, and a place to live — typically a vetted host family arranged with a local coordinator. XportEdu connects students with schools, host families, and coordinators across California.
- Can F-1 students in California play sports and join activities?
- Most schools welcome international students into sports, clubs, and activities, subject to each school's and athletic association's eligibility rules. Each school profile lists the sports and activities it offers.