International Students
CHCA’s International Student Program provides a supportive environment where students from around the world grow academically, spiritually, and culturally. From tailored academic advising to cultural immersion activities, we equip international students with tools for success both in and beyond the classroom.
Ranked the #1 Private Christian High School in Ohio by Niche, CHCA blends academic excellence with faith-based mentorship, offering international students a true home away from home.
Rigorous Curriculum
Students engage in a college-preparatory curriculum led by experienced, caring faculty. Seventy-five percent of our teachers hold advanced degrees. With a 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio and average class sizes of just 16, each student receives personal attention and consistent academic support.
Top-Tier Facilities & Programs
From science labs and robotics spaces to performance halls and athletic fields, CHCA offers award-winning programs in modern facilities that inspire exploration and excellence.
University Preparation
CHCA graduates attend top universities across the United States and around the world. They are well prepared for higher education and lead purposeful lives in fields such as medicine, entrepreneurship, engineering, business, and education.
Cultural Support & Community
International students are supported through peer mentoring, cultural events, and personalized guidance. They build lifelong friendships and gain confidence in navigating American culture while celebrating their own heritage.
Explore Featured Programs
Our international students thrive in unique, purpose-driven programs that enhance learning, leadership, and personal growth.
“CHCA has allowed me to experience a completely different culture in a Christ-centered environment in which I have been able to make new friends, learn different things, and overall experience the adventure of living abroad.”
Discover Cincinnati
CHCA is located in Cincinnati, Ohio, a welcoming and vibrant city where opportunity, culture, and community come together. As a “Tri-State” city that borders Kentucky and Indiana, Cincinnati offers international students the chance to explore a dynamic region filled with unique attractions, friendly neighborhoods, and rich experiences.
CHCA’s campus is just minutes from all the energy and opportunity the city has to offer, giving students a safe, suburban school setting with access to a thriving urban hub.
The Queen City
Cheer on the Cincinnati Reds (MLB) and the Bengals (NFL), or enjoy city-wide celebrations like Oktoberfest Zinzinnati, Taste of Cincinnati, and the Flying Pig Marathon.
Discover world-class institutions like the Cincinnati Art Museum, the Contemporary Arts Center, the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, and one of the country’s top-ranked zoos. The city also boasts a strong creative economy and growing tech sector.
Explore the Newport Aquarium, Kings Island amusement park, Findlay Market, and scenic riverfront parks. With four distinct seasons, Cincinnati offers a wide range of indoor and outdoor activities year-round.
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) provides easy access for global travel. The city is home to a diverse population and a growing international community.
How to Apply
Our team supports you at every stage—from initial inquiry to final enrollment—with an easy-to-follow application overview, downloadable forms, a helpful slideshow, and a process diagram.
ISP Tuition & Fees
CHCA’s International Student Program tuition covers a comprehensive experience, including academics, student life, and college preparation.
ISP FAQs
Answers to common questions about academics, housing, support services, and more.
Where do international students live while studying at CHCA?
Our international students live in a homestay model with carefully selected host families. We find that living with host families provides a greater opportunity for students to fully experience life in the U.S. and all that CHCA has to offer. This model provides care and comfort that helps students succeed academically in our rigorous, college-prep curriculum and share experiences necessary to become a successful student at the university level and beyond.
Students may live with a direct family member in the Cincinnati area when approved by the International Program Department. Hosting family must be U.S. citizens or provide proof of legal permanent U.S. residence at application, then provide proof of guardianship prior to the start of school and verified each year after.
Email melissa.juneau@chca-oh.org for more details.
Does CHCA offer financial assistance?
Although international students are ineligible for tuition assistance at this time, limited scholarship funds may be available to applicants who qualify.
Email melissa.juneau@chca-oh.org for more details.
What are the types of enrollment?
There are three ways that students are enrolled in the CHCA International Student Program:
- Host Program: Students enroll directly with the school and live with a host family.
- Private Guardian: Students enroll directly with the school and live with a parent or direct relative.
- Agency Placed: Students work with an approved placement agency.
Please email melissa.juneau@chca-oh.org to receive specific information about cost and learn what is included for each type of enrolled student.
How is tuition paid, and when is it due?
Annual payment is due by June 15 each year. Contact International Admissions for Flywire or wire transfer payment instructions. Please notify International Admissions when payment has been initiated.
What if I change my mind? Can I receive a refund?
No. All fees, deposits, and tuition payments are nonrefundable and contracts become binding, requiring full payment, after June 15.
Any cancellation of enrollment prior to June 15 must be made in writing to the International Admissions office and confirmed as received by an Admissions employee. (Application fees and deposits are not refundable even if the contract is cancelled prior to June 15.)
Meet the ISP Team
With a passion for cultural exchange and years of combined experience, our ISP team is committed to fostering enriching academic and spiritual experiences for each student.
Melissa Juneau
Nicole Grant
Questions? We're here to help!
Call us at (513) 247-0900, email melissa.juneau@chca-oh.org, or click Contact Us, and our ISP team will be in touch.