International Student Program

Complete an Online Application for Admission (OA):
https://lchs-ky.client.renweb.com/oa/register.cfm?memberid=1265

 

The Online Application for admission for the 2026–2027 school year is open.

  1. Submit transcripts for all current and previous high school grades, or for the last three years if applying for 9th grade. Transcripts should be in both native language and English. Both copies must be provided.

  2. Submit a recent Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or a comparable test (IELTS) that proves English proficiency. See attachment.

  3. Schedule an in-person or virtual interview with the LCHS Office of Admissions.

  4. Provide an official letter from the bank with proof of funds for the tuition and fees. Contact the Office of Admissions for International Student tuition and fees.

  5. Provide a copy of valid passport and valid visa(s).

  6. Students applying for admission may require placement testing as determined by the Admissions Committee.

  7. Provide the name and address of residency while studying in the United States.

  8. Provide the name and contact information for legal guardian while studying in the United States.

Once an international student has been accepted for admission in our SEVP-certified school:

  1. Lexington Catholic High School’s designated school official will prepare and send you a document called the Form I-20, “Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status.”

  2. Complete the Lexington Catholic High School Online Enrollment (OE) contract and pay the required non-refundable Commitment Fee, tuition, and fees for Lexington Catholic High School. An email with instructions on how to access the OE contract and how to pay the non-refundable Commitment Fee, tuition, and fees will be sent to the enrollment person responsible for the party.

  3. After receiving your Form I-20, you must pay the I-901 SEVIS Fee. Federal regulations require all F, M and J students pay the I-901 SEVIS Fee before applying for their U.S. student visa. You can pay your I-901 SEVIS Fee online at
    https://www.fmjfee.com
    or by using Western Union Quick Pay. You must present the receipt as proof of payment when you apply for a visa. It’s important that the SEVIS ID number on your I-901 SEVIS Fee receipt matches your SEVIS ID number on your Form I-20. If it does not, or you encounter other issues paying your fee, please contact SEVP.

  4. After paying the I-901 SEVIS Fee and getting a receipt, you must apply for a visa at any U.S. Embassy or Consulate before you come to the United States.
    https://www.usembassy.gov

To receive a visa, you will have to participate in an in-person interview. During your visa interview, you will need to establish that you meet the requirements under U.S. law to receive the category of visa for which you are applying. The consular officer will determine if you qualify to receive a visa and which visa category is appropriate based on your purpose of travel. A visa does not guarantee entrance to the United States; it only permits you to arrive and seek permission to enter the country. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer at the U.S. port of entry has the final authority to admit entry into the country. At this interview appointment with the U.S. Embassy or Consulate, you will need to present the SEVIS Form I-20 prepared by Lexington Catholic High School’s designated school official.

  1. Prior to the first day of school, the international student must report to the Lexington Catholic Office of Admissions with a passport, visa, and Form I-20 (it is a good idea to make at least two sets of copies of these documents: one copy to leave with your family before you depart and one copy to give to your school officials). You have 30 days to enter the country before your official program’s start date, as listed on your Form I-20. If you do not report to LCHS by your program start date, the DSO may terminate your SEVIS record. Please contact us immediately once you enter the country so that there is no question about your arrival. If you cannot enter the United States for the term listed on your Form I-20, contact us as soon as possible so that LCHS can update your record, so your plans are accurately reflected in SEVIS.

If you are having an immediate problem and need assistance quickly, please speak with your DSO or responsible officer. If that person cannot help you, contact the SEVP Response Center at 1-703-603-3400 or at [email protected].

  1. Once the student arrives and begins school, the admissions office will monitor the student's progress and travel to-and-from the U.S. through the Student and Exchange Visitors Information System (SEVIS).

2025–2026 Tuition and Fees – International Student

Enrolled on or after March 01, 2025

International Student Tuition

Tuition
$18,850 (Per student)

 

The tuition listed above is in addition to the $275 Commitment Fee, the $350 non-refundable Student Academic Fee, the $1,500 Cafeteria account deposit, and the Incidental Academic or Special Program fees.

The $275 Commitment Fee, the $350 non-refundable Student Academic Fee, full year tuition ($18,490 or $18,850), and the $1,500 deposit for cafeteria purchases must be paid to Lexington Catholic by August 1, 2026. Payment is made via wire transfer to Lexington Catholic High School's International Wire account. Please note that any Incidental Academic or Special Program Fees will be due as incurred and billed and collected via your FACTS Auto Pay account.