F-1 Public · Maine
Mount Blue High School
A Maine high school with a ski slope five minutes away and three resorts less than an hour away — for skiers who also want STEM, the arts and a university next door.
- F-1 visa
- High school diploma possible
- From age 14
- Year or semester
Mount Blue fact sheet
Key facts
- Location
- Farmington, Maine
- Arrival airport
- Bangor International (BGR)
- Size (pupils)
- 700 in the high school
- Climate
- Temperatures from -2 °C to 26 °C
- High school diploma possible
- yes
- Semester possible
- yes
- Minimum ELTiS
- 215 (old scale) — video interview required
- Age
- 14 to 18 years old
- School year 2027-2028
- $41,150
- Semester 2027-2028
- $24,750
- Checked on
- 18 October 2026
A week in Mount Blue
In the morning, an AP class or a class at the University of Maine Farmington, thanks to dual enrolment, which even makes it possible to stay an extra year. In the afternoon, after classes, many pupils go skiing — the slope is five minutes away — and the school's ski teams win championships every year. On Tuesday, the a cappella group, CyberPatriot or the outdoor adventure club. At the weekend, Maine's four seasons: hiking, kayaking, cycling and swimming in summer, snowmobiling and skiing in winter. Quebec City is four hours away, Boston three. From -2 to 26 °C.
Three things you won't find anywhere else
- A ski slope five minutes away, three resorts less than an hour away, champion teams.
- Dual enrolment with the University of Maine Farmington.
- A recently rebuilt high school, in one of the safest states in the country.
Courses, sports and clubs in Mount Blue
- 50 courses
- 15 sports
- 17 clubs
- Best-stocked subject: Arts (13 courses)
Courses, by subject
Mathematics
- Algebra I-II (Honors)
- Geometry (Honors)
- Trigonometry
- Statistics and probability
- Pre-calculus (Honors)
- Calculus (Honors, AP)
- Statistics (AP)
Science
- Biology (Honors, AP)
- Chemistry (Honors, AP)
- Physics (AP)
- Medical terminology I-II
- Earth science
- Anatomy and physiology
- Environmental science
- Oceanography
Humanities
- European history (Honors, AP)
- European experience
- United States history (Honors, AP)
- Economics
- Applied consumer economics
- Psychology
- Government
- Modern criminology
English
- English I-IV (Honors)
- English literature and composition (AP)
- English language and composition (AP)
- British literature
- Creative writing
- Journalism
- Shakespeare
Languages
- French
- Spanish
- American Sign Language
Arts
- Introduction to visual arts
- 2D art
- 3D art
- Ceramics
- Art (AP)
- Advanced art
- Introduction to film and film theory
- Play production
- Concert band
- Orchestra
- Chorus
- Music production
- Music theory
Options
- Personal finance
- Public speaking
- Health
- Culinary anthropology
Sports, season by season
Autumn
- American football
- Cross-country
- Golf
- Soccer
- Cheerleading
- Field hockey
Winter
- Basketball
- Wrestling
- Swimming
- Skiing
- Cheerleading
Spring
- Baseball
- Track and field
- Tennis
- Lacrosse
- Softball
Clubs
- Student council
- National Honor Society
- Yearbook
- Future Business Leaders of America
- Civil rights
- Outdoor adventure
- Chess
- Writers' club
- Mathematics
- Chick Lit Book Club
- CyberPatriot
- International Club
- Jazz orchestra
- A cappella group
- Chamber singers
- Comedy
- Theatre
Mount Blue 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 | $41,150 | no. 37 of 59 | 13% above the median ($36,550) |
| Semester 2027-2028 | $24,750 | no. 29 of 47 | 9% above the median ($22,750) |
- Within the same state (Maine): ranked 2 of 3 districts for the school year.
- Within the same state (Maine): ranked 2 of 3 districts for the semester.
- Compared with Stearns: $12,400 more per year.
- The cheapest district on the list is Newcomb ($23,900): this high school costs $17,250 more (72%).
- Within the same state (Maine), the cheapest is Stearns ($28,750): this high school costs $12,400 more (43%).
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 Mount Blue
How much does the school year cost in Mount Blue?
$41,150 for the 2027-2028 year. This price includes tuition, the host family and local supervision.
How much does a semester cost in Mount Blue?
$24,750 for one semester in 2027-2028, with the same services.
Is Mount Blue expensive compared with other districts?
Around the average: ranked 37 from cheapest of our 59 districts, 13% above the median price ($36,550). Within the same state (Maine), it ranks 2 of 3.
Can I go to Mount Blue for just one semester?
Yes, Mount Blue also accepts pupils for a single semester.
Can I earn the American diploma in Mount Blue?
Yes, the American diploma is possible in Mount Blue.
How old do I need to be to go to Mount Blue?
Between 14 and 18 years old.
What level of English do I need for Mount Blue?
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 Mount Blue?
Via Bangor International airport (BGR).
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Daily life there
More districts to explore
- Stearns High SchoolMillinocket, Maine
- Camden Hills Regional High SchoolRockport, Maine
- Central Regional High SchoolBayville, New Jersey
Mount Blue, Farmington: does it appeal to you?
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