F1 Student Services
Phil-Mont is a small, safe, academically rigorous college preparatory school that has been in operation since 1943. Phil-Mont is authorized under Federal law through the Department of Homeland Security to issue I-20’s and enroll non-immigrant F1 Visa students. We take that authorization seriously and are excited to partner with Christian families from around the globe. We accept applications from students going into grades 6th-11th with certain stipulations. Primary entry grades are 9th and 10th.
- Review Basic School Info
- Apply online ($500 application fee)
- Contact Admissions
Homestay Partners
Phil-Mont’s International Students are supported by Homestay parents who act as parents away from home while each student is enrolled. Phil-Mont makes homestay recommendations to new students, and any new parents must be professing Christians and participate in a homestay parent interview. More Details are listed in the Guidelines Document.
Special Offerings
Middle School (grades 6-8) includes a last-period study hall, when students can select to participate in a variety of activities, or simply use the time to complete homework. Recent clubs have included Service, Reading Olympics, Mythology, Chess, Fishing, Bible Study, Jazz Band, Select Choir, and Art Club.
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The High School Program includes Wednesday Elective Courses taught by regular or adjunct faculty members in a wide variety of topics. Recent classes of particular interest to our International Students are listed below.
Contact for Admissions or Homestay
- Coordinator: Lilan Geating
- lgeating@phil-mont.com
- 215-233-0782 ext. 420
- We ask that all international students comply with all federal regulations regarding travel, stay, and education.
- We ask that students comply with the state health/immunization requirements. This may mean getting medical checkups after arriving in the country.
- Finally, we ask that students comply with the policies and procedures of Phil-Mont, which have been established specifically for the safety of our international students and the protection of both the school and any host family.
Korean Language and Culture Class
Instructors: Sharon Hartz & Soojin Cho
Overview: This course offers an engaging introduction to the rich history, language, and culture both traditional and modern of Korea. Special emphasis will be placed on exploring how God has carried out and continues His redemptive work through the Korean people, nation, and culture. Students will also gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of the Korean American community in Philadelphia and the surrounding counties and states.
Asian Cooking Class
Instructor: Lilan Geating
Overview: Like Asian cuisine? Students will find out how simple and easy it is to wow family and friends with the cooking skills learned in this class. Limited to only ten full-time students.
International Club / Lunar New Year Celebration
Student Activities Club
Overview: Our National and International students combine for this festive club, planning events to support better exposure to our international community. The club includes officers, regular meetings, and especially a planned Lunar New Year Celebration, free of charge to all attendees
Theatre Arts
Student Activities
Overview: Our international students may audition for any of the theatre performances available to their grade levels. Each year includes a fall musical for grades 6-12, a winter play for grades 8-12, and a Spring Fine Arts Festival of One Acts, Mini-Musicals, and Improv for grades 6-12. The Spring Festival rotates through 5 continental themes: African, Asian, Americana, Hispanic, and Celtic.
Athletics
Student Activities
Overview: Our international students may participate in a maximum of 1 year of high school varsity PIAA sports, as Pennsylvania does not allow more. This has been a recent rule change, and we are learning to adjust. Current sports offered include: Soccer, Tennis, Cross Country, Basketball, and Track & Field.
