F-1 Public · Florida
Orange County Public Schools
Orlando, with Disney World and Universal next door, and twenty high schools to find your own — for those who want sunshine all year round and a bustling high school life.
- F-1 visa
- High school diploma possible
- From age 14
- Year or semester
Orange County fact sheet
Key facts
- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Arrival airport
- Orlando International (MCO)
- Size (pupils)
- 2,000 to 4,000 per high school
- Climate
- Temperatures from 13 °C to 33 °C
- High school diploma possible
- yes
- Semester possible
- yes
- Age
- 14 to 17 years old
- School year 2027-2028
- $33,950
- Semester 2027-2028
- $21,000
- Checked on
- 18 October 2026
A week in Orange County
In the morning, an Honors pre-calculus or AP biology class, in one of the twenty high schools of a district known for the variety of its activities. In the afternoon, the campus pool, lacrosse, weightlifting or water polo — full-year pupils try out for the teams. On Wednesday, the hip-hop team, the pre-med club or the international pupil ambassadors. At the weekend, Orlando is lived outdoors: Walt Disney World and Universal, but also golf courses, museums and the big shopping centres downtown. From 13 to 33 °C.
Three things you won't find anywhere else
- Twenty high schools, many with a pool, and a wide variety of activities.
- Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando close by.
- An international pupil ambassadors club to help you settle in quickly.
Courses, sports and clubs in Orange County
- 54 courses
- 18 sports
- 17 clubs
- Best-stocked subject: Arts (12 courses)
Courses, by subject
Mathematics
- Algebra I-II (Honors)
- Geometry (Honors)
- Liberal arts mathematics I-II
- Probability and statistics (Honors)
- College preparatory mathematics
- Pre-calculus (Honors)
- Calculus (AP)
- Statistics (AP)
Science
- Biology (Honors, AP)
- Chemistry (Honors, AP)
- Environmental science (Honors, AP)
- Anatomy and physiology
- Physics (AP)
- Marine science
Humanities
- Economics (Honors)
- Mythology
- Anthropology
- United States government (Honors, AP)
- United States history (Honors, AP)
- World history (Honors, AP)
- European history (AP)
- Psychology (AP)
- Macroeconomics (AP)
- Microeconomics (AP)
English
- English I-IV (Honors)
- English (AP)
- Journalism (Honors)
- Debate (Honors)
- Creative writing I-III (Honors)
Languages
- French
- Spanish
- Chinese
Arts
- Ceramics and pottery
- Drawing
- Arts and crafts
- Painting
- Marching band
- Chorus
- Guitar
- Jazz ensemble
- Orchestra
- Musical theatre
- Technical theatre
- Theatre production
Options
- Digital information technology
- Entrepreneurship
- Business law
- Accounting 1
- Design
- Photography
- Digital video production
- Introduction to engineering design
- Principles of engineering
- Architecture
Sports, season by season
Autumn
- American football
- Cross-country
- Swimming
- Golf
- Bowling
- Cheerleading
- Volleyball
Winter
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Wrestling
- Weightlifting
Spring
- Flag football
- Baseball
- Track and field
- Tennis
- Lacrosse
- Volleyball
- Water polo
- Softball
Clubs
- Chess
- Theatre
- Future Business Leaders
- Esports (video games)
- Fashion
- International student ambassadors
- French Club
- GSA
- Hip-hop team
- Guitar
- School magazine
- Yearbook
- Public speaking and debate
- STEM
- Varsity cheerleading
- Model UN
- Pre-medicine
Orange County 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 | $33,950 | no. 23 of 59 | 7% below the median ($36,550) |
| Semester 2027-2028 | $21,000 | no. 16 of 47 | 8% below the median ($22,750) |
- Within the same state (Florida): ranked 3 of 5 districts for the school year.
- Within the same state (Florida): ranked 1 of 4 districts for the semester.
- Compared with Heritage: $1,450 less per year.
- The cheapest district on the list is Newcomb ($23,900): this district costs $10,050 more (42%).
- Within the same state (Florida), the cheapest is International School of Broward ($31,650): this district costs $2,300 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 Orange County
How much does the school year cost in Orange County?
$33,950 for the 2027-2028 year. This price includes tuition, the host family and local supervision.
How much does a semester cost in Orange County?
$21,000 for one semester in 2027-2028, with the same services.
Is Orange County expensive compared with other districts?
Around the average: ranked 23 from cheapest of our 59 districts, 7% below the median price ($36,550). Within the same state (Florida), it ranks 3 of 5.
Can I go to Orange County for just one semester?
Yes, Orange County also accepts pupils for a single semester.
Can I earn the American diploma in Orange County?
Yes, the American diploma is possible in Orange County.
How old do I need to be to go to Orange County?
Between 14 and 17 years old.
Which airport do I fly into for Orange County?
Via Orlando International airport (MCO).
Sophie knows Orlando 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.
Extensive sports facilities and playing fields; many high schools have a pool on campus. Libraries, STEM laboratories and computer rooms.
Daily life there
More districts to explore
- Heritage High SchoolPalm Bay, Florida
- Indian River Charter High SchoolVero Beach, Florida
- International School of BrowardHollywood, Florida
Orange County, Orlando: does it appeal to you?
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