International Boarding Students at Dublin Christian Academy
Dublin Christian Academy welcomes students from around the world who are seeking a Christ-centered education in the United States. Located in Dublin, New Hampshire — 90 minutes from Boston — DCA offers international families a safe, nurturing Christian community where students grow academically, spiritually, and personally.
We are a K–12 Christian school offering boarding for students in grades 7 through 12. DCA currently welcomes 22 international students from countries across the globe. If you are looking for an American Christian boarding school that will care for your child as a whole person — in faith, in academics, and in daily life — we invite you to learn more about DCA.
Follow these steps to begin the admission process:
Step 1 - Inquire Today
We’re excited that you are interested in DCA! Please take a moment to tell us more about your family. After you submit this application, the DCA Admissions office will contact you with the next steps in applying to DCA.
Step 2 - Apply at DCA
Once the admission team is able to contact you, we invite you to fill out an application. Please keep in mind there are several key things you need for the application:
Copy of Passport (for the I-20 form)
Proof of Funds (for the I-20 form)
Academic Transcripts
Step 3 - Interview with the Head of School
Upon reviewing your application, we will schedule an interview with the head of the school.
Step 4 - Acceptance
After the interview, we will issue the I-20 and provide an acceptance letter. There will also be a letter provided to the embassy with regards to your acceptance at DCA.
Step 5 - Pay the I-901 Fee
Once accepted, we ask that you pay the I-901 fee by going to https://www.fmjfee.com/ and following the steps on the fee website.
Step 7 - Visa Interview and Approval
Prepare to have a visa interview with the US Embassy. Please scroll down to learn some tips on the visa interviews.
Step 8 - Fill out Medical & permission Forms
Please make sure the following forms are filled out:
- Medical Information Form
- Medication Permission Form
- Hospital Permission Form
- Communicable Disease Form
- Dorm Student Permission Form
- Immunization Records
- Copy of Medical Information Form
These forms will be provided once the other steps have been completed and you have been approved to study in the US.
2026-2027 international admissions packet
Click on the image to view the international admissions packet:
Tuition and Costs for International Students
DCA’s tuition rates are less than half the average private school tuition in New Hampshire — making a Christ-centered US boarding education more accessible than many families expect. Tuition, room and board, and fees vary by grade and residential status. Contact our admissions team for current international boarding rates.
Financial aid is available for international students. Through DCA’s Annual Fund, the school is able to assist international students with tuition and fees, helping families access a Christian education that may otherwise be out of reach.
Dublin Christian Academy is authorized under federal law to enroll nonimmigrant students. Acceptance of foreign students is contingent on a review of their academic background and proficiency in English in addition to standard admissions requirements.
Bethany Paquin
PDSO, Director of Institutional Advancement
international tuition
Comprehensive Fee – $26,000
The Comprehensive Fee and other additional program fees are due and payable in full for the entire school year by July 15 or upon acceptance. A $2,000 deposit is due upon acceptance. A reservation will not be held until full payment is received.
This fee includes tuition, room and board, registration, uniforms, textbooks, and various other
activity and course fees. Our goal is to ensure a positive experience and peace of mind
for both student and parents. This is an all-inclusive fee.
For more information about the comprehensive fee, please reference the admissions packet
*NOTE: No Payment Plans are available for international students. A reservation will not be held until full payment is received.
International Student Visa Process
Your visa Interview is very important. In this interview the US Embassy will determine if they will issue you a student visa or deny the visa. Here are some helpful resources to help you.
There are five categories most US F-1 visa interview questions will be based on:
- Study plans – What do you plan to study
- School choice – Why did you choose this school
- Academic capability – Are you prepared to meet the study requirements
- Financial status – Does your family have the ability to pay tuition and expenses.
- Post-graduation plans – Plan to return to your home country or study at US University.
International Student Life
Dorm life is a fun and exciting part of the Dublin Christian Academy experience. Both dormitories are staffed by a dorm supervisor who lives on site. They will hold group devotional times, make sure students go to bed and wake up at a certain time, prepare meals for students, and transport students to stores so that they can get any items they may need. Additionally, our dorm supervisors organize recreational dorm activities such as bowling, shopping, movie nights, and pizza parties.
In order to fulfill the mission of our school, we require all dorm students to attend Mountain View Bible Church, which is located directly on our school campus. Students are expected to go to church every Sunday for Sunday School, morning service, and evening service. Dorm students who go home on the weekend are also expected to attend church with their family.
Currently, DCA has two single sex dormitories. Each dormitory has shared bathroom and kitchen facilities. Students can relax, watch movies, do group studies, and enjoy other recreational activities in the dormitory lounges. In addition, each dorm room has one to two beds, two closets, and a desk.
Breakfast is self-service in the dorms each morning. Lunch and dinner are provided on a daily basis by our kitchen staff. Coin-operated washers and dryers are also available to students.
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girls dorm
If you have a question, please reach out to us!
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why International Families Choose DCA
A Genuinely Christ-Centered School
At DCA, faith is not a supplement to education — it is the foundation of everything we do. Students begin each day in chapel, engage with Scripture in Bible class, and are surrounded by a community of teachers and staff who model Christian faith in daily life. For families who want their child to grow in their faith while pursuing academic excellence in the United States, DCA offers something rare: a school where Christian belief is lived, not just stated.
Safe Campus, Caring Community
Safety is one of the most important considerations for any international family sending a child to study abroad. DCA’s small campus in rural New Hampshire provides a structured, supervised environment where every student is known by name. Our boarding students are not anonymous faces in a large institution — they are members of a close-knit Christian community.
One of our international students put it simply: “I felt safe here.” That is not an accident. It is the result of intentional staffing, supervised dorm life, and a school culture built on Christian values of care and accountability.
90 Minutes from Boston
Dublin, New Hampshire sits approximately 90 minutes from Boston — home to Logan International Airport, one of the busiest international hubs in the United States. For international families, this matters. Parents visiting from abroad land at Logan and reach campus quickly. Students can access the resources of a major city while living and studying in a safe, focused, small-town environment. Boston’s proximity also means DCA students have access to college visits, cultural events, and a city with significant international communities.
Full English Immersion
For students whose first language is not English, DCA’s environment accelerates language development in the most natural way possible — through daily use in classes, in the dorm, on the athletic field, and in chapel. Our teachers are experienced working with international students and are committed to supporting each student’s progress.
Priscilla Cheng, Class of ’26, shared: “The teachers at DCA didn’t give up on me and worked hard behind the scenes to help me improve my English.”
College Preparation
DCA’s Upper School program is designed to prepare students for college admission in the United States and internationally. Students develop strong academic records, English writing skills, and the character and faith that colleges look for in applicants. Our graduates have gone on to attend colleges and universities across the United States.
Dorm Life Built for International Students
Living in the DCA dorm is more than having a room on campus. It is joining a household. Boarding students share meals, study time, and daily life together under the supervision of caring Christian staff. For international students far from home, the dorm becomes a second family.
Hear From Our International Students
DCA has welcomed students from around the world. Their stories are the best reflection of what an international education at DCA looks like in practice.
Mason Zhang, Class of ’25, came to DCA from China carrying a family history of faith under pressure. He found in Dublin, New Hampshire something he had been looking for: “In Dublin’s quiet, I discovered the loudest part of myself — the part that reaches out to others and to the person I am becoming.”