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Complete the application
Submit the SDA International Student Application through our secure application form.
International Admissions
Train here.Learn here.Grow here.
Sapolu Destined Academy welcomes international students in grades 6-8 to a focused academic and athletic community in Orange County, California.
Welcome to SDA
A global path.A personal standard.
International students join the same WASC accredited program that brings classroom learning, elite athletic development and character formation into one school day. SDA is approved to enroll international students and supports accepted families through the school portion of the F-1 process.
How to Apply
Six clear steps.
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Gather documents
Prepare academic records, identification, financial support documents and the required family forms.
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Interview and placement
Once the application and documents are received, our team will arrange an interview and placement testing if needed.
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Admissions decision
Families receive an admissions decision by phone or email, generally within two weeks.
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Complete acceptance tasks
Accepted families have 10 days to complete the SDA commitment form and required payment.
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Receive Form I-20
After admission requirements and payments are complete, SDA issues the Form I-20. Transfer students must first release their SEVIS record.
Documents to prepare
The admissions team will provide the official forms and confirm which items apply to your family. Preparing these records early can help prevent delays.
- Passport and current visa, I-20 or green card when applicable
- Transcripts and report cards from the previous two years
- English language test results
- Affidavit of Support with supporting bank statement
- Immunization record
- Parental, medical, emergency and school policy consent forms
- Guardian and host family agreements when applicable
- SEVIS transfer request for students already studying in the United States
English Placement
Ready for an English-immersive classroom
Applicants submit one qualifying score: iTEP SLATE-Plus with a minimum score of 4.3, or TOEFL Junior with a minimum score of 800. A video interview may also be requested. Students below the minimum enter SDA's ELD program for at least one academic year.
Student Status
Form I-20 and F-1 process
Accepted students receive Form I-20 after all required documents, financial evidence, commitments and payments are complete. Students transferring from another U.S. school must have their SEVIS record released before SDA can issue its Form I-20.
Costs & Planning
Plan with the admissions team
International tuition and fees vary by school year. Contact admissions for the current schedule, health insurance requirements, room and board planning and payment policies before making arrangements.
Take the first step
Begin your SDA application.
Questions about eligibility, documents, current costs or the I-20 process? Our admissions team can help your family understand the next step.
admissions@sapoluacademy.orgVisa and immigration requirements are established by the U.S. government. SDA provides school enrollment documents and general process guidance, but families are responsible for meeting all government requirements.