Academic Performance

Maintain a C+ average or higher in all courses at the host high school. Courses must include English and an American history course and two other academic courses.
Attend school every day that it is in session and follow school policies with regards to absences.

The CIEE USA High School Program is centered on academics. All students are required to maintain a C+ average or higher in all of their classes. We understand that this can be very difficult when you are trying to adjust to a new culture/language. However, we expect that you will do everything that you can to achieve this. It may require a great deal of effort on your part, but in the end you will benefit from your efforts. You were selected for this program because we believe that you have the skills necessary to succeed!

If you are struggling with school, please visit the Study Resources section of this website.

By taking some or all of these steps you should start to see some improvement in your work. Also, by taking these steps you will be able to demonstrate to your host family, teachers, and coordinator that you are making a sincere effort to do well in school. Depending on your culture, you may feel that people will look down on you for asking questions or getting extra help. However, the opposite is true. In this culture students who get help when they are struggling with a class are viewed in a very positive light-they are seen as being responsible.

If you have questions at any time, ask your host family or local coordinator for help. Or, you may call your Support Coordinator at the CIEE Office at 1-800-448-9944.