F-1 Public · Michigan
Jenison High School
A "Grammy Signature School" high school with its own arts centre, thirty kilometres from Lake Michigan — for musicians who also want snow and sport.
- F-1 visa
- High school diploma possible
- From age 14
- Year or semester
Jenison fact sheet
Key facts
- Location
- Jenison, Michigan
- Arrival airport
- Gerald R. Ford International (GRR)
- Size (pupils)
- 1,515 in the high school
- Climate
- Temperatures from -4 °C to 28 °C
- High school diploma possible
- yes
- Semester possible
- yes
- Minimum ELTiS
- 215 (old scale) — interview required
- Age
- 14 to 18 years old
- School year 2027-2028
- $35,400
- Semester 2027-2028
- $22,750
- Checked on
- 18 October 2026
A week in Jenison
In the morning, one of the high school's 150 courses, including AP physics or world history. In the afternoon, the Jenison Center for the Arts, next to the campus, for jazz band or choir — the music programme has been a "Grammy Signature School" for three years — or the pool, ice hockey, water polo. On Tuesday, the Thespians, the drama troupe, or Model UN. At the weekend, Grand Rapids sixteen kilometres away, Lake Michigan thirty-two, and in winter the ski resorts and night-time cross-country skiing in the parks. From -4 to 28 °C.
Three things you won't find anywhere else
- A "Grammy Signature School" music programme, with its arts centre next to the campus.
- More than 150 courses and a real sports complex with a pool.
- Lake Michigan and ski resorts less than an hour away.
Courses, sports and clubs in Jenison
- 45 courses
- 16 sports
- 19 clubs
- Best-stocked subject: Arts (10 courses)
Courses, by subject
Mathematics
- Algebra I-II
- Geometry
- Statistics (AP)
- Personal finance
- Introduction to engineering
- Calculus (AP)
Science
- Biology (AP)
- Chemistry (AP)
- Physics (AP)
- Physical science
- Principles of engineering
- Environmental science (AP)
Humanities
- United States history (AP)
- World history (AP)
- American government (AP)
- Economics
- European history (AP)
- Psychology (AP)
English
- ESL
- English I-IV
- Creative writing
- Comparative journalism
- Journalism
- Film analysis
- English literature (AP)
- Young adult literature
Languages
- Spanish
- French
Arts
- Introduction to art
- Graphic design and digital photography
- Painting
- Drawing
- Marching band
- Symphony orchestra
- Orchestra
- Theatre production
- Studio art
- Art portfolio
Options
- Computer science (AP)
- Computer-aided manufacturing
- Introduction to computer science
- Web design
- Security technology and applications
- Media analysis
- Ceramics and mixed media
Sports, season by season
Autumn
- Cross-country
- American football
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Water polo
- Cheerleading
- Golf
- Swimming and diving
- Volleyball
Winter
- Basketball
- Ice hockey
- Wrestling
- Bowling
- Swimming and diving
- Cheerleading
Spring
- Baseball
- Track and field
- Golf
- Softball
- Tennis
- Water polo
- Soccer
Clubs
- Intramural sports
- Exchange club
- Thespians (theatre)
- Jazz orchestra
- Orchestra
- Choir
- Yearbook
- Model UN
- Spanish Club
- Pep band
- Marching band
- Student council
- National Honor Society
- Science Olympiad
- Art Club
- French Club
- Treble choir
- Women's choir
- Men's choir
Jenison 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 | $22,750 | no. 24 of 47 | at the median ($22,750) |
- Within the same state (Michigan): ranked 1 of 2 districts for the school year.
- Compared with Rochester: $1,150 less per year.
- The cheapest district on the list is Newcomb ($23,900): this high school costs $11,500 more (48%).
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 Jenison
How much does the school year cost in Jenison?
$35,400 for the 2027-2028 year. This price includes tuition, the host family and local supervision.
How much does a semester cost in Jenison?
$22,750 for one semester in 2027-2028, with the same services.
Is Jenison 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 (Michigan), it ranks 1 of 2.
Can I go to Jenison for just one semester?
Yes, Jenison also accepts pupils for a single semester.
Can I earn the American diploma in Jenison?
Yes, the American diploma is possible in Jenison.
How old do I need to be to go to Jenison?
Between 14 and 18 years old.
What level of English do I need for Jenison?
An ELTiS score of 215. The ELTiS is the English test that American high schools ask international students to take.
Which airport do I fly into for Jenison?
Via Gerald R. Ford International airport (GRR).
Sophie knows Jenison 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.
Daily life there
In Georgetown Township, Jenison is about 16 km from Grand Rapids and 32 km from the shores of Lake Michigan. It is the hometown of several baseball (MLB) and American football (NFL) players, close to several ski resorts and winter sports parks. The surrounding parks have trails for horse riding, night-time cross-country skiing and cycling. An ideal community to live and study in.
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Jenison: does it appeal to you?
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