Why You Belong Here
ISP Mission & Purpose
The goal of Faith Christian Academy’s International Program is to provide each child with the opportunity to grow in wisdom, wonder, and worship through the ministry of Christian education so that children may reach their God-given potential.
Faith Christian is a private high school located in the city of Coalinga, California. Coalinga is centrally located, mid-way between Los Angeles and San Francisco. Faith Christian is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and the Association of Christian Schools International.
The purpose of the International Student Program at Faith Christian is to equip students with the skills to succeed in post-secondary education, develop English proficiency, and learn Christian morals and values that will strengthen each student’s spiritual journey.
Faith Christian is located in California’s Central Valley, one of the fastest growing regions in the state of California and the U. S.
The Central Valley is considered one of the world’s most productive agricultural regions. The central location is ideal for students interested in living and studying in a small, rural community while continuing to have access to many of California’s main attractions.
Benefits
ESL with Mrs. Brumati
Faith Christian offers students a full high school experience with many additional benefits:
Low student to faculty ratio
Safe environment
Welcoming community
Centrally located to many activities
Walking distance to downtown
Teachers committed to students
Kind and helpful staff
Committed to the gospel
Experienced staff in international education
Lower tuition costs
Opportunity to attend community college
Small class sizes
Transfer program
Many of our students transfer to local, state, and national universities. Top choices include the 23 California State University campuses and the 10 UC campuses in the state of California. International students may also choose to transfer to a university outside of California or to private colleges.
Some of the universities and colleges that our students have transferred to include:
Harvard
University of California, Davis
University of California, Berkeley
Fresno Pacific University
California State University, Fresno
California State University, Chico
California State University, Monterey Bay
California State University, San Diego
California State University, Sacramento
Field Trips and sports
International students have several opportunities to become involved in sports and field trips. They can join in any sport offered such as soccer, track, archery, and powerlifting, as well as having input an any additional sports offered.
Faith Christian schedules many field trips throughout California and the United States that international students are welcome to attend.
How to Apply
Application Process
Complete Faith Christian International Student Application for Admission found here
Transcript from secondary schools translated to English
Financial statement from banking institution indicating bank account in good standing with sufficient funds.
All documents must be sent to the following address:
Faith Christian Academy
International Student Program
450 West Elm Avenue
Coalinga, CA 93210
USA
Faith Christian will review and process your application within three weeks of receipt. The application package should include all documents indicated above. If admitted, you will then receive an admission letter with an I-20 form, and information regarding airport pick up.
The student is then responsible for submitting the I-20 along with required documents to the local US Embassy or Consulate in their home country, and requesting a student visa.
Costs Per year
Starting your education at our high school program can save international students thousands of dollars every year. Following are the estimated costs to attend Faith Christian.
Tuition + Fees $20,000
Housing + Meals $22,500
Total $42,500
About our Town
Coalinga, CA
Coalinga is a small, safe, rural community located approximately 100 kilometers from Fresno, in the heart of California in the Western United States. Coalinga is located three hours from San Francisco and Los Angeles as well as Yosemite, Sequoia, and Kings Canyon National Parks, and the dynamic California Coastline is a 90 minute drive. The dry subtropical Mediterranean climate is excellent for outdoor activities.