International Students

With more than 80 years of history, Lancaster Mennonite is known to be one of the top private high schools in the region for our excellent college preparation programs. LM consistently performs above the national average for SAT scores, and its graduates have enrolled in prestigious universities and Ivy League schools.

As one of the top boarding schools in this region, Lancaster Mennonite offers a great opportunity for students to prepare for the increased independence and responsibility of college life, and to share their own unique background and experiences with others.

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LM BRINGS OUT THE BEST IN STUDENTS

Lancaster Mennonite School is a private school for PreK-12th grade in Lancaster, PA providing a Christ-centered education that nurtures students to become creative and innovative learners.

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Acre campus of woods, streams & trails

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Hear from some of our international students from around the world!

Hieu Dang
Vietnam

Xiangqi Meng
China

Sota Masuda
Japan

A Unique Campus Environment

Lancaster Mennonite offers a great opportunity for students to prepare for the increased independence and responsibility of college life, and to share their own unique backgrounds and experiences with others. The campus is located in beautiful, safe, and tranquil Central PA – a perfect place to study and enjoy an enriching U.S. experience. New York, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Pittsburgh, and other large cities are all within a few hours driving distance from Lancaster.

Why Choose Us

Academics

Regarded as one of the best U.S. high schools for international students, Lancaster Mennonite is a private high school that is known for academic excellence. We provide an outstanding educational experience to develop skills and character that propel the students towards success in college and beyond. Our school offers 24 Advanced Placement And Honors Courses, 150 traditional courses. English as a second language is offered to increase language proficiency. SAT results are consistently above the national average every year.

Learn more about High School Academics.

College Prep

LM is committed to your student’s success and preparing them well for college through rigorous Honors, Advanced Placement and dual enrollment college courses, a variety of extracurricular opportunities, and caring teachers. Each international student is assigned a school counselor to guide him/her through the rigorous process of course selection as well as to prepare for college application in their junior and senior years.

Learn more about the College Preparation Program.

Fine Arts

Lancaster Mennonite offers a variety of art classes, including ceramics, painting, and photography. The students at LM put on three drama productions a year, one of which is a musical. The Advanced Music Studio taught with college professors is for Gifted and Talented High School Students. LM has an established reputation for excellence in choral music, award-winning Advanced Music Program piano students, an award-winning drama program, and nationally decorated artists.

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Championship Athletics

Through athletic training, students develop skills, team spirit, and character to prepare for success in college. The LM Blazers consist of 18 student-athlete teams during the Fall, Winter, and Spring. These teams compete in the Lancaster-Lebanon League and regularly send athletic teams to league, district, and state playoff competitions.

Learn more about Championship Athletics.

Clubs

Clubs allow students to get involved with people who share your interests. They create a social and cultural experience which fosters student leadership, community involvement, and personal growth. Clubs include: International Student Association (ISA), Art Club, Green Team, Literary Magazine, Music Practice Club, National Honors Society (NHS), Student Council, Tech Crew, Ultimate Frisbee, Yearbook, and many more!

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Living Accommodations

Make the choice between homestay and dorm living. Being in a residence hall/dormitory with other international students can be a great experience and opportunity to increase your independence and responsibility. However, students who stay with host families become more immersed in the language and culture. Also, host families treat their students as family members – involving them in activities, excursions, and household responsibilities. Homestays are arranged by agencies, not the school. Discover which option is best for you!

Learn more about Boarding.

STEAM

We believe STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics) and design-thinking are extremely important, so that is why we make it a part of our approach at all grades PreK-12th. We’ve recently been named by Newsweek as a Top 5,000 STEM High School – learn more. LM is in the top 10% for U.S. high schools nationally due to our innovative STEM curriculum and opportunities, and due to our amazing teachers who are preparing students to excel in college, career and life. LM has a variety of STEAM classes for high school students looking to gain content knowledge, strengthen 21st century skills, and attain the tools needed to succeed in the workplace of the future.

Learn more about STEAM.

Students from 30+ countries

We’ve had students from over 30 countries at our school. Lancaster Mennonite’s international program provides excellent college prep courses and living accommodations in the dorm or home stay options. Local high school students are encouraged to join LM’s International Students Association (ISA), a club for students from all nationalities including the U.S., to connect, share experiences, and support each other. Having students at our school from around the world sharing their language and culture is one part of living out LM’s core value of Cultivating Global Citizens in our school community.

Map showing countries all over the world that LM students have come from

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International Student Tuition & Boarding

Tuition & Fees

International Student Tuition: $27,000 USD*
Application Fee: $300 USD

*Not eligible for Financial Aid

Boarding

Residence Hall Rate – 7 days per week – Includes all meals: $15,440 USD

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How to Apply

STEP 1: Create an Account

Hit apply now below. In the enrollment portal under log in you will have the option to create a new account.

STEP 2: Add your Info

After your account has been created you will be able to log in to apply for the first time, complete an application, or add a new applicant/sibling. Through this account you will also be able to pay your application fee, see your application checklist, and upload required documents.

STEP 3: Submit Application

After all information has been accurately entered, you may submit your application online with the link below. The school requires academic, attendance and behavior reports, along with a copy of immunizations, to complete an application. We typically require a score of 40 on the TOEFL test or an equivalent test.
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STEP 4: Admissions Interview for New Students

After an application is submitted, a family/new student interview will be scheduled with the Admissions Office or the grade level principal. Interviews are conducted online via Zoom, WeChat, or WhatsApp. A decision on acceptance will be made after all steps are completed.

STEP 5: Receive Acceptance Letter

After reviewing your application and conducting the interview, if you are approved to enroll as a student you will then receive an official acceptance letter and welcome packet from the school.

STEP 6: Confirm Enrollment & Pay

You confirm enrollment to Lancaster Mennonite by paying a tuition deposit to receive Visa paperwork. Your full tuition bill is due by July 1 for the coming school year.

STEP 7: I-20 Student Visa Interview

Students will schedule a Visa interview at their local embassy or consulate for a visa to study in the United States. After that interview you will hear back if you have approval to study in the United States. Please let the school know the results of your visa interview immediately so we can finalize the necessary paperwork and next steps to be officially enrolled at Lancaster Mennonite!

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What Our Graduates ARe Doing

REFUGEE TO HOMEOWNER: TIM CHARLES ’98 SUPPORTS GLOBAL CITIZENS LOCALLY

In his work as an Associate Broker and Realtor with Kingsway Realty, Tim provides his services to refugees interested in home buying. “It takes extra work to help people who are new to U.S. customs, laws, finance, and architecture. It takes a higher level of service in order to counsel them well.” For Tim, Cultivating Global Citizens is about believing that “all people have the intrinsic value of being made in God’s image.”

FAMILY LEGACY BETWEEN ETHIOPIA & LANCASTER MENNONITE SCHOOL: HAMELMAL ’93 & BETHLETHEM ’93 YOHANNES GERMAMO

The Yohannes Family has been connected to LM for decades. Sisters came to the United States from Ethiopia for high school and lived in the Graybill Hall Residence Hall as dorm students. Hamelmal currently lives in Virginia and provides financial management and financial system support to the U.S. Government. Bethlehem, is a nurse at Georgetown University Hospital caring for patients before and after surgery.

SERVING IN COSTA RICA WITH VIDANET: JENNIFER HOOVER ’90

For the past seven years, my family and I (JENNIFER DIENER HOOVER ‘90) have worked with VidaNet in Heredia, Costa Rica. Vidanet exists to develop global disciples of Jesus Christ through intensive discipleship and mission opportunities. My husband, DARYL HOOVER ‘88 and I serve on the executive leadership team. Daryl is CFO, and I am the hospitality coordinator, mentor for our staff girls, staff nurse and volunteer for the crisis pregnancy service we offer.

Get in Touch Today

Call 717.740.2429 or email us at admissions@lancastermennonite.org to speak directly to an admissions counselor and request more information or schedule a campus tour. We look forward to meeting you!

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“I am thankful for the wonderful time I had at LM and truly appreciate the warm and welcoming environment created by the faculty and students. I was able to participate in many events, sports, and club activities. I learned a lot during my time. I strongly recommend international students come to LM to experience this school for themselves!”
– Patrik K, Paraguay
— Tricia S., Parent of LM Students