F-1 Public · California
Anaheim Union High School District
The big Southern California high school, in the city of Disneyland, for musicians, artists and those who like something always to be going on.
- F-1 visa
- High school diploma possible
- From age 14
- Year or semester
Anaheim fact sheet
Key facts
- Location
- Anaheim, California
- Arrival airport
- Los Angeles (LAX)
- Size (pupils)
- 29,183 in the district
- Climate
- Temperatures from 7 °C to 30 °C
- High school diploma possible
- yes
- Semester possible
- yes
- Minimum ELTiS
- No minimum required
- Age
- 14 to 18 years old
- School year 2027-2028
- $46,300
- Semester 2027-2028
- $27,350
- Checked on
- 18 October 2026
A week in Anaheim
In the morning, classes on one of the district's three award-winning campuses, with top-level science labs and a theatre for rehearsals. In the afternoon, marching band, orchestra or the water polo team, in a district recognised for music, art and sport. On Wednesday evening, the hip-hop club or the film society. At the weekend Anaheim offers an Angels or Ducks game, the cuisines of Little Arabia and Little Saigon, and of course the Disneyland Resort close by. Los Angeles is forty kilometres away, and temperatures stay between 7 and 30 °C.
Three things you won't find anywhere else
- High schools awarded National Blue Ribbon and U.S. News "Best High Schools" distinctions.
- The home of the Disneyland Resort, with two major professional teams.
- Renowned music and art programmes, with a theatre and auditorium on campus.
Courses, sports and clubs in Anaheim
- 94 courses
- 11 sports
- 11 clubs
- Best-stocked subject: Arts (30 courses)
Courses, by subject
Mathematics
- Integrated mathematics (Honors)
- Pre-calculus
- Data science
- Calculus (AP)
- Statistics and probability
- Statistics (AP)
- Mathematics: analysis and approaches
- Financial algebra
- Data analysis
Science
- Biology — standard · AP
- Life science
- Physical science
- Chemistry and Earth systems
- Applied chemistry and biotechnology
- Physics of the universe
- Chemistry (AP)
- Physics (AP)
- Mechanics
- Environmental science (AP)
- Human anatomy and physiology
Humanities
- World history (AP)
- United States history and geography (AP)
- Civics and government
- Economics
- Human geography (AP)
- Asian American studies
- European history (AP)
- History through art
- Psychology (AP)
- Sociology
- Principles of American democracy
- Microeconomics (AP)
- Macroeconomics (AP)
English
- English
- English language and composition (Honors, AP)
- English literature (AP)
- English-language cinema
- Public speaking
- Myth and the hero's journey
- Why Shakespeare?
- Dystopian literature
- Science fiction
- Reading films
Languages
- Spanish
- French
- Korean
- Japanese
- Mandarin
Arts
- Dance
- Theatre
- 3D design
- Ceramics
- Drawing and painting
- Photography
- Art history (AP)
- Digital art fundamentals
- Jazz ensemble
- Vocal jazz
- Vocal music studio
- Guitar
- Concert band
- Marching band
- Concert choir
- Choral ensemble
- Show choir
- Bass ensemble
- Professional musical theatre
- Music theory (AP)
- Symphony orchestra
- Orchestra
- Percussion
- Music production
- Dance production
- Wind ensemble
- Intermediate strings
- Chamber strings
- History of dance
- Studio art (AP)
Options
- Journalism
- Photojournalism
- Engineering
- Principles of accounting
- Business, finance and careers
- Digital design and illustration
- Digital animation
- Video production
- Audiovisual production
- 3D animation
- Game design and development
- Marketing
- Entrepreneurship
- Computer science
- Information technology fundamentals
Sports, season by season
Autumn
- American football
- Water polo
- Cross-country
- Volleyball
- Tennis
Winter
- Soccer
- Basketball
- Wrestling
- Water polo
Spring
- Tennis
- Baseball
- Track and field
- Swimming
Clubs
- Anime
- Esports
- Medical Club
- Film society
- Hip-hop and dance
- Chess
- Public speaking and debate
- Key Club
- Orchestra
- Marching band
- Choir
Anaheim compared with other districts
Calculations based on the published prices of the districts on this page that show a package; same prices, same results.
| Package | Price | Rank | Difference from the median |
|---|---|---|---|
| School year 2027-2028 | $46,300 | no. 52 of 59 | 27% above the median ($36,550) |
| Semester 2027-2028 | $27,350 | no. 41 of 47 | 20% above the median ($22,750) |
- Within the same state (California): ranked 12 of 13 districts for the school year.
- Within the same state (California): ranked 10 of 11 districts for the semester.
- Compared with Antelope Valley: $2,600 more per year.
- The cheapest district on the list is Newcomb ($23,900): this district costs $22,400 more (94%).
- Within the same state (California), the cheapest is San Luis Coastal ($39,400): this district costs $6,900 more (18%).
Rank: from cheapest (no. 1) to most expensive, among the districts showing a price in the same currency. The median is the price in the middle of the list.
Frequently asked questions about Anaheim
How much does the school year cost in Anaheim?
$46,300 for the 2027-2028 year. This price includes tuition, the host family and local supervision.
How much does a semester cost in Anaheim?
$27,350 for one semester in 2027-2028, with the same services.
Is Anaheim expensive compared with other districts?
Yes, among the most expensive: ranked 52 from cheapest of our 59 districts, 27% above the median price ($36,550). Within the same state (California), it ranks 12 of 13.
Can I go to Anaheim for just one semester?
Yes, Anaheim also accepts pupils for a single semester.
Can I earn the American diploma in Anaheim?
Yes, the American diploma is possible in Anaheim.
How old do I need to be to go to Anaheim?
Between 14 and 18 years old.
Which airport do I fly into for Anaheim?
Via Los Angeles airport (LAX).
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