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International Student Program

Salem Academy Christian is a private school founded in 1945 and located on a 20-acre campus in Salem, Oregon. Salem is the capitol of Oregon, with a population of around 160,000. The SA campus includes 6 classroom buildings; 2 gymnasiums; softball, baseball, football, and track fields; and the administration building.

SA is accredited by the Northwest Association of Accredited Schools and a member of the Association of Christian Schools International. The High School in 2015-2016 has over 215 students and 28 international students from Japan, Korea, China, Thailand, and Vietnam. Since SA is not a boarding school, all international students are placed with host families.

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INTERESTED IN HOSTING A STUDENT?

SA accepts host family applications year round! Whether hosting a student all through high school, one year, or for a 3-month program, Salem Academy is always looking for families who are willing to care for our international students as their own.

1. Is your family a good fit? Do your own Host Self Evaluation
2. What is involved in hosting? Learn more through our Host Guidelines in the ISP Handbook.
3. Are you interested? Complete the online (this link opens in a new window)Host Application.

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ISP ADMISSIONS

  • Information: Read the ISP Information 26-27
  • Apply: ISP APPLICATION 26-27
  • SA Process: Once completed application and documents are received, allow 2-3 weeks to process.
  • Acceptance: If accepted, you will receive an I-20 form, letter of acceptance, letter for the U.S. Embassy, along with payment/VISA information.
  • Placement: Once the student’s VISA has been confirmed, notify the school to begin placement with their new host family.