F-1 Public · Florida
Heritage High School
A Florida high school an hour from Orlando, between beaches, canals and parks — for those who want STEM and the arts with surfing after school.
- F-1 visa
- From age 15
- Year or semester
Heritage fact sheet
Key facts
- Location
- Palm Bay, Florida
- Arrival airport
- Orlando International (MCO)
- Size (pupils)
- 1,854 in the high school
- Climate
- Temperatures from 12.5 °C to 31 °C
- High school diploma possible
- no
- Semester possible
- yes
- Age
- 15 to 17 years old
- School year 2027-2028
- $35,400
- Semester 2027-2028
- $21,850
- Checked on
- 18 October 2026
A week in Heritage
In the morning, an AP computer science or Honors environmental science class, in a district ranked 10 in Florida. In the afternoon, the athletics track or tennis courts of a 26-hectare campus, or bowling. On Wednesday, the school radio, spoken-word poetry or scientific research. On Thursday, musical theatre or the TSA technology club. At the weekend Palm Bay lives by the water: surfing, fishing, boating, rollerblading, and Orlando with Disney World an hour's drive away. From 12.5 to 31 °C.
Three things you won't find anywhere else
- A district ranked 10 in Florida, and 9 for athletic pupils.
- Beaches, surfing and canals in Palm Bay, on the Atlantic coast.
- Orlando and Disney World an hour away.
Courses, sports and clubs in Heritage
- 61 courses
- 12 sports
- 14 clubs
- Best-stocked subject: Arts (11 courses)
Courses, by subject
Mathematics
- Intensive mathematics
- Algebra I-II
- Geometry (Honors)
- Financial algebra
- Advanced topics in mathematics
- Pre-calculus (Honors)
- Calculus (AP)
- Statistics (Honors, AP)
- Computer science (AP)
- College preparatory mathematics
Science
- Physical science
- Biology (Honors, AP)
- Anatomy and physiology
- Ecology
- Environmental science (Honors, AP)
- Chemistry (Honors, AP)
- Physics (Honors, AP)
- Forensic science
Humanities
- United States history (Honors, AP)
- African American history
- Microeconomics (AP)
- Macroeconomics (AP)
- Global studies
- United States government (AP)
- World history (Honors, AP)
- Anthropology
- Geography
- European history (AP)
English
- English I-IV (Honors)
- Intensive English (ESL)
- English (AP)
- Journalism
- Introduction to academic English
Languages
- French
- Spanish
- Latin
- German
- Chinese
- Arabic
Arts
- Studio art (Honors)
- Portfolio development
- Drawing
- Painting
- Digital art imaging
- Art history (AP)
- Introduction to theatre
- Theatre
- Stage design and production
- Musical theatre
- Marching band
Options
- Pottery
- Film
- Photography
- African American history
- Legal studies
- Political science
- Comparative political systems
- World cultural geography
- Sociology
- Psychology
- Media studies
Sports, season by season
Autumn
- Bowling
- American football
- Cross-country
- Swimming
- Volleyball
Winter
- Basketball
- Wrestling
- Soccer
Spring
- Baseball
- Track and field
- Tennis
- Softball
Clubs
- Art Club
- Chorus
- Marching band
- Future problem solving
- Girl Up!
- Musical theatre
- National Honor Society
- Scientific research
- Spoken word poetry
- TSA (Technology Student Association)
- School radio
- Yearbook
- Student government
- Orchestra
Heritage 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 | $35,400 | no. 27 of 59 | 3% below the median ($36,550) |
| Semester 2027-2028 | $21,850 | no. 21 of 47 | 4% below the median ($22,750) |
- Within the same state (Florida): ranked 5 of 5 districts for the school year.
- Within the same state (Florida): ranked 4 of 4 districts for the semester.
- Compared with Indian River: $1,150 more per year.
- The cheapest district on the list is Newcomb ($23,900): this high school costs $11,500 more (48%).
- Within the same state (Florida), the cheapest is International School of Broward ($31,650): this high school costs $3,750 more (12%).
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 Heritage
How much does the school year cost in Heritage?
$35,400 for the 2027-2028 year. This price includes tuition, the host family and local supervision.
How much does a semester cost in Heritage?
$21,850 for one semester in 2027-2028, with the same services.
Is Heritage expensive compared with other districts?
Around the average: ranked 27 from cheapest of our 59 districts, 3% below the median price ($36,550). Within the same state (Florida), it ranks 5 of 5.
Can I go to Heritage for just one semester?
Yes, Heritage also accepts pupils for a single semester.
Can I earn the American diploma in Heritage?
No. Heritage 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 Heritage?
Between 15 and 17 years old.
Which airport do I fly into for Heritage?
Via Orlando International airport (MCO).
Sophie knows Palm Bay as if she lived there.
The high school, 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.
A beautiful 26-hectare campus with sports fields, an athletics track and tennis courts, as well as spaces for arts and extracurricular activities.
Daily life there
More districts to explore
- Indian River Charter High SchoolVero Beach, Florida
- International School of BrowardHollywood, Florida
- Miami-Dade County Public SchoolsMiami, Florida
Heritage, Palm Bay: does it appeal to you?
Ask for a quote, or put your questions to Sophie: she knows the 59 districts and their conditions.