F-1 Public · California
Murrieta Valley Unified School District
Between Los Angeles and San Diego, a district known for its medical science courses — for those already thinking about medicine, with more than forty parks around.
- F-1 visa
- High school diploma possible
- From age 14
- Year or semester
Murrieta Valley fact sheet
Key facts
- Location
- Murrieta, California
- Arrival airport
- San Diego (SAN)
- Size (pupils)
- 2,400 per high school
- Climate
- Temperatures from 6 °C to 31 °C
- High school diploma possible
- yes
- Semester possible
- yes
- Minimum ELTiS
- 217 (old scale)
- Age
- 14 to 18 years old
- School year 2027-2028
- $42,300
- Semester 2027-2028
- $25,300
- Checked on
- 18 October 2026
A week in Murrieta Valley
In the morning, a medical science or AP biology class, in a highly rated district whose mission is to prepare pupils for university. In the afternoon, the aquatic centre, water polo, lacrosse or golf. On Tuesday, the medical science or sports medicine club, horse riding or robotics. On Thursday, the Glee Club or the debating society. At the weekend, the Santa Rosa Plateau Ecological Reserve, California Oaks Sports Park, and the beach at Oceanside, with San Diego or Los Angeles a drive away. From 6 to 31 °C.
Three things you won't find anywhere else
- Medical science classes for those considering medical studies.
- More than forty parks, between Los Angeles and San Diego.
- An aquatic centre and state-of-the-art weight rooms.
Courses, sports and clubs in Murrieta Valley
- 53 courses
- 14 sports
- 19 clubs
- Best-stocked subject: Arts (12 courses)
Courses, by subject
Mathematics
- Integrated mathematics I-III
- Advanced integrated mathematics I-III
- Advanced algebra and financial applications
- Pre-calculus
- Calculus — standard · AP
- Statistics (AP)
- Probability and statistics
Science
- Life science
- Biology (AP)
- Medical biology
- Chemistry (AP)
- Medical chemistry
- Anatomy and physiology
- Advanced biomedical science
- Physics (AP)
Humanities
- Modern world history
- European history (AP)
- World history (AP)
- United States history (AP)
- United States government
- Government and politics (AP)
- Human geography (AP)
English
- English I-III
- Advanced English I-III
- College English
- Argumentative reading and writing
- English literature, language and composition (AP)
Languages
- French
- Chinese
- Spanish
- American Sign Language
Arts
- Choreography
- Choir
- Orchestra
- Studio art (AP)
- Art history
- Music theory
- Ceramics
- Theatre I-III
- Graphic design
- Multimedia
- TV and film production
- Video game design
Options
- Film as literature
- Earth science
- Economics
- Engineering concepts and applications I-II
- Environmental science
- Macroeconomics (AP)
- Marine biology
- Psychology (AP)
- Web design
Sports, season by season
Autumn
- Cross-country
- American football
- Water polo
- Volleyball
- Tennis
- Golf
Winter
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Wrestling
- Water polo
Spring
- Baseball
- Golf
- Swimming and diving
- Tennis
- Track and field
- Volleyball
- Lacrosse
- Softball
Clubs
- Aerobic fitness
- Sign language
- Anime
- Asian Student Union
- Badminton
- Baseball
- Chess
- Debate society
- Dungeons and Dragons
- Theatre
- Horse riding
- Glee Club (singing)
- Dance
- Medical science
- Mountain biking
- Robotics
- Film
- Sports medicine
- Activism
Murrieta Valley 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 | $42,300 | no. 41 of 59 | 16% above the median ($36,550) |
| Semester 2027-2028 | $25,300 | no. 31 of 47 | 11% above the median ($22,750) |
- Within the same state (California): ranked 5 of 13 districts for the school year.
- Within the same state (California): ranked 3 of 11 districts for the semester.
- Compared with Placentia Yorba Linda: $1,700 less per year.
- The cheapest district on the list is Newcomb ($23,900): this district costs $18,400 more (77%).
- Within the same state (California), the cheapest is San Luis Coastal ($39,400): this district costs $2,900 more (7%).
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 Murrieta Valley
How much does the school year cost in Murrieta Valley?
$42,300 for the 2027-2028 year. This price includes tuition, the host family and local supervision.
How much does a semester cost in Murrieta Valley?
$25,300 for one semester in 2027-2028, with the same services.
Is Murrieta Valley expensive compared with other districts?
Yes, among the most expensive: ranked 41 from cheapest of our 59 districts, 16% above the median price ($36,550). Within the same state (California), it ranks 5 of 13.
Can I go to Murrieta Valley for just one semester?
Yes, Murrieta Valley also accepts pupils for a single semester.
Can I earn the American diploma in Murrieta Valley?
Yes, the American diploma is possible in Murrieta Valley.
How old do I need to be to go to Murrieta Valley?
Between 14 and 18 years old.
What level of English do I need for Murrieta Valley?
An ELTiS score of 217. The ELTiS is the English test that American high schools ask international students to take.
Which airport do I fly into for Murrieta Valley?
Via San Diego airport (SAN).
Sophie knows Murrieta 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.
Computer and technology rooms, state-of-the-art weight rooms, top-level facilities for the arts and sciences, college counselling centres, an aquatic centre and stadiums.
Daily life there
More districts to explore
- Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School DistrictPlacentia, California
- San Luis Coastal Unified School DistrictSan Luis Obispo, California
- Torrance Unified School DistrictTorrance, California
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