GATEWAY LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

GATEWAY LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMYL

Gateway Legacy Christian Academy is driven by a commitment to an excellent academic structure and the development of the well-rounded student. We focus on important skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration, all of which are essential for students in their academic and personal

2005

Year Founded

195

School Population

Student/Teacher Ratio: 17:1

100

100+ Courses Offered

Clubs & Organizations

Foundational Skills

Make sure your learners are moving towards success with our program that offers targeted instruction to establish and reinforce the essential skills needed in math, science and reading.

Onsite Instruction

In class instructors work in small groups and with individual students. Highly qualified virtual instructors teach online courses that are standard aligned to help students earn a U.S. high school diploma.

Online Courses

With over 100 classes that are offered, students have options to choose with an alignment to Common Core, Next Gen Science and state standards. Customization is also available to meet your specific needs.

Test Preparation

Students are prepared for college admission tests with a virtual tutor that focuses on a comprehensive and individualized preparation for the SAT® and ACT®.

Sports and The Arts

We offer an elite sports program that includes soccer, basketball, volleyball, and baseball. Our teams play both high school and club season. GLCA offers a specialized arts program combining college prep instruction and conservatory-style training in the visual and performing arts.

Academic Success

We are driven by a commitment to an excellent academic structure and the development of the well-rounded student. We focus on important skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration, all of which are essential for students in their academic and personal development.

Elite Academic Specialized Program

MEDICAL ELITE PROGRAM	BUSINESS ELITE PROGRAM	ARTS & MUSIC ELITE PROGRAM
Biology	International Business	Digital Arts
Chemistry	Intro to Social Media	Audio Engineering
Physics	Consumer Economics	Journalism
Biotechnology	Economic & Personal Finace	Intro to Coding
Medical Terminology	Manufactruing & Product Design	Game Design
Research Writing		Digital Photography

100+ COURSES TO CHOOSE FROM

GENERAL EDUCATION	NATIONAL TEST PREPARATION	ADVANCED PLACEMENT	ELECTIVES
Mathematics	SAT®	Calculus AB	Art History
Science	PSAT®	English Language & Composition	Lifetime Fitness
Social Studies	ACT®	English Literature & Composition	Personal Finance
Language Arts	GED®	Environmental Science	Career Explorations
World Languages	HiSET®	Human Geography	Health Science Concepts
	COMPASS®	Human Geography	Health Science Concepts
	ACCUPLACER®	Psychology	Introduction to Business
		Spanish Language & Culture	Introduction to Entrepreneurship

Top 100 University Acceptance

School Overview

School Type: Co-Ed
Affiliation: Private, Christian
Year Founded: 2005
Grades Offered: 6-12
School Population: 195
Student/Teacher Ratio: 17:1
International Population: 60%
Chinese Population: 1%
Transportation: Flight to St. Louis (1 connection via Chicago & LA)
Distinguished Awards: 1st Olympic Physics Semi-Finalist
Distinguished Awards: Intel Science Award Semi-Finalist

Total Tuition & Boarding: $43,980

Included

Tuition Fees
Application & SEVIS Fees
School Registration Fees
Airport Transfer and School Activities Transportation
School Sports & Clubs
Orientation Fees
After-class teacher extra support & tutoring
Campus Activities
3 City & Local Excursion Trips
10-Months On-Campus Boarding includes:

Holidays Breaks (Christmas and Spring Break) Accommodation & Meals
School Activities Transportation
Weekend Activities

Not Included

Textbooks ($400)
Medical Insurance ($1,100)
Additional Progressive ESL Fees:

ESL Level 1 (TOEFL 80 to 65): $3,500 for 1 ESL credit course
ESL Level 2 (TOEFL 65 to 40): $5,500 for 2 ESL credit courses

Admission

Admission Requirements

Intake: August & January
Grade: 6 - 12
GPA: 2.8 / 4.0 or 78% above
Direct Entry English Requirement:
- TOEFL: 80
- IELTS: 6
- Duolingo: 110
- MET: 64
ESL Support English Requirement: (Determined by Interview)

TOEFL: 50
IELTS: 4.0
Duolingo: 80
MET: 40

Admission Checklist

Student Information (names, parents' names, mobile phone, email, home address, etc.), Student Passport, Visa & I-20 copy (if applicable)
Academic Transcripts from the past 3 years (originals and English translation)
A copy of English language test result. We accept:

TOEFL
IELTS
DUOLINGO
SLATE
MET (Our own test. Contact us to arrange it)

Online Interview with School Admission Team
Two Teacher Recommendation Letters

1 x Math Teacher Recommendation Letter
1 x English Teacher Recommendation Letter