F-1 Public · Idaho
Boise School District
The city where nature begins at the end of the street, with some of Idaho's best high schools — for outdoor athletes who also want a real AP programme.
- F-1 visa
- From age 15
- Year or semester
Boise fact sheet
Key facts
- Location
- Boise, Idaho
- Arrival airport
- Boise (BOI)
- Size (pupils)
- 1,500 per high school on average
- Climate
- Temperatures from -10 °C to 30 °C
- High school diploma possible
- no
- Semester possible
- yes
- Minimum ELTiS
- No minimum score, intermediate English required
- Age
- 15 to 18 years old
- School year 2027-2028
- $38,550
- Semester 2027-2028
- $23,300
- Checked on
- 18 October 2026
A week in Boise
In the morning, one of the district's 25 AP courses, in high schools ranked "Best High Schools" by U.S. News. In the afternoon, the gym — one of the largest in Idaho — or the baseball field. On Wednesday, the climbing, mountain biking or fly-fishing club, because in Boise mountains and rivers are the everyday backdrop. On Friday evening, an American football game on Boise State's blue turf, the city's symbol. At the weekend, hiking, cycling or skiing with your host family, in one of the safest cities in the country. From -10 °C in winter to 30 °C in summer.
Three things you won't find anywhere else
- Five high schools ranked "Best High Schools" and 25 AP courses.
- Mountains, rivers, skiing and fly fishing right on the city's doorstep.
- One of the safest cities in the United States, with the energy of a college town.
Courses, sports and clubs in Boise
- 66 courses
- 14 sports
- 19 clubs
- Best-stocked subject: Options (20 courses)
Courses, by subject
Mathematics
- Algebra
- Geometry
- Pre-calculus
- Calculus AB (AP)
- Calculus BC (AP)
- Statistics (AP)
- College mathematics
Science
- Environmental science — standard · AP
- Biology (AP)
- Chemistry (AP)
- Physics (AP)
Humanities
- American government
- Economics
- World studies
- United States history (AP)
- World history (AP)
- United States government and politics (AP)
- Psychology (AP)
- Human geography (AP)
- Practical law
English
- Pre-AP English
- English language and composition (AP)
- English literature and composition (AP)
- Creative writing
- Debate
Languages
- Spanish (AP)
- French (AP)
Arts
- Studio art (AP): 2D, 3D, drawing
- Ceramics
- Painting
- Photography
- Theatre arts I and II
- Multimedia design
- Art history
- Treble choir
- Mixed choir
- Chamber choir
- Concert choir
- A cappella
- Marching band
- Jazz orchestra
- Choir
- Orchestra
- Beginner piano
- Music theory (AP)
Options
- Computer science fundamentals
- Exploring computer science
- Computer science principles (AP)
- Computer science (AP)
- Welding
- Pre-engineering
- Mechatronics
- Sports medicine
- Nutrition and food
- Culinary arts
- Dental assisting
- Building trades
- Auto body repair
- Automotive technology
- Business
- Journalism
- Audiovisual technology
- Graphic design
- Marketing I-IV
- Fashion and textiles
Sports, season by season
Autumn
- Soccer
- American football
- Cross-country
- Golf
- Swimming
- Cheerleading
- Dance
- Volleyball
Winter
- Basketball
- Wrestling
Spring
- Baseball
- Tennis
- Track and field
- Softball
Clubs
- Lacrosse
- Rugby
- Skiing and snowboarding
- Frisbee
- Mountain biking
- Art Club
- Astronomy
- Lawn games
- Fly fishing
- Climbing
- Public speaking and debate
- Table tennis
- Crochet
- Engineering
- Hiking
- Investing
- Mock Trial
- Model UN
- Writing support
Boise 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 | $38,550 | no. 33 of 59 | 5% above the median ($36,550) |
| Semester 2027-2028 | $23,300 | no. 25 of 47 | 2% above the median ($22,750) |
- Within the same state (Idaho): ranked 2 of 2 districts for the school year.
- Within the same state (Idaho): ranked 2 of 2 districts for the semester.
- Compared with Bonneville: $13,500 more per year.
- The cheapest district on the list is Newcomb ($23,900): this district costs $14,650 more (61%).
- Within the same state (Idaho), the cheapest is Bonneville ($25,050): this district costs $13,500 more (54%).
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 Boise
How much does the school year cost in Boise?
$38,550 for the 2027-2028 year. This price includes tuition, the host family and local supervision.
How much does a semester cost in Boise?
$23,300 for one semester in 2027-2028, with the same services.
Is Boise expensive compared with other districts?
Around the average: ranked 33 from cheapest of our 59 districts, 5% above the median price ($36,550). Within the same state (Idaho), it ranks 2 of 2.
Can I go to Boise for just one semester?
Yes, Boise also accepts pupils for a single semester.
Can I earn the American diploma in Boise?
No. Boise does not award the American diploma to international pupils. If the diploma matters to you, ask Sophie which districts offer it.
How old do I need to be to go to Boise?
Between 15 and 18 years old.
Which airport do I fly into for Boise?
Via Boise airport (BOI).
Sophie knows Boise as if she lived there.
The district's high schools, sports by season, the town, the climate, things to do at the weekend — and the same for the 58 other districts. Ask her, she compares for you.
Daily life there
More districts to explore
- Bonneville Joint School DistrictIdaho Falls, Idaho
- Virginia Beach Public SchoolsVirginia Beach, Virginia
- Kokomo High SchoolKokomo, Indiana
Boise: does it appeal to you?
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