The Nova Scotia International Student Program offers high school education to students worldwide.
Single-semester and/or full-year programs are available in over 70 junior and senior high schools.
Nova Scotia is a safe, clean province with one of the best healthcare systems in the world.
The Nova Scotia International Student Program is committed to providing an excellent education and homestay environment to all international students.
Students have the opportunity to choose from a variety of subjects, focusing on the arts, sciences, languages, and computers.
Subjects are taught under the careful supervision of certified teachers. All schools follow the provincial government's curriculum.
Students can also choose from various extracurricular activities, such as soccer, volleyball, basketball, curling, skiing, and creative art.
Students are closely matched with a host family who lives in the area where they will attend school. The host family provides a caring home environment for the students.
Students are made to feel a part of their host family and are included in all celebrations and outings.
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Successful students give their families time, attention, and love, which makes the program a memorable experience for everyone involved.
Be open to an inclusive and diverse experience.
Maintain regular communication with your Homestay Coordinator. Talk to them anytime you have questions or concerns.
Attend school and complete required assignments and homework.
Get involved in your school/community.
Respect and follow the rules of your host family.
Connect with your school liaison and student ambassador(s).
Make friends at school and in the neighborhood.
Everything you need to know from application to student life in one place.
Tuition, homestay, insurance and total costs
Requirements, grades, and English proficiency
Step-by-step process, documents, timeline
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Homestay, school life, and daily living
Common questions and official sources
Official Sources: Official NSISP information can be found at nsisp.ca and Nova Scotia Department of Education. KW Edu is an approved NSISP agency providing student support and admission guidance.
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