INTERNATIONAL STUDENT EXPERIENCE
We offer a rigorous, co-ed college preparatory academic program, taught competent and supportive faculty on a safe and contemporary campus. Small class sizes allow for one-on-one instruction from faculty, as well as students getting to know one another.
“It was an excellent choice to study at BG. Leaving my homeland and studying at an unfamiliar place is not an easy thing to do, but it will enrich your life with greater possibilities.”
“I would recommend BG to other international students because it is a very good school.”
“I believe that my experience in BG was very challenging and full of obstacles that transformed me in the person that I am today. BG taught me how to love others and to keep pushing myself to achieve my goals in life. I believe my life would be completely different if it wasn’t for the influence of the environment. I will remember my teachers for the rest of my life.”
“Studying abroad is a good experience to learn about other cultures.”
“Everyone is friendly at BG and easy to get along with. I enjoy being on the basketball team.”
“BG is the best school that anyone could go to in this area. The school offers a lot of support. You learn a lot about the SAT and preparing for college. I enjoy my soccer teammates, as well as my friends in the Investment Club.”
“BG emphasizes respect for differences. It’s great to be a student here. Teachers are patient and helpful, and students are friendly. I feel like I am part of the BG family.”
“I liked BG because it is a small school, but a very good school. I enjoyed playing on the soccer team and participating in ski club. George is the best host father ever!”
“BG offers a very disciplined environment, but it is also a lot of fun. You get a lot of support from the teachers. Although the classes are very different from the classes in my country, they are very interesting. I am taking a course in Chinese language and continue to learn Spanish. Pol and my host father George takes us on trips to explore American culture. I enjoyed being on the volleyball and golf teams.”
Our rigorous academic program prepares students for enrollment in the most prestigious universities in the United States. Our Advanced Placement and Dual Enrollment courses allow students to earn college credits while in high school. We are a certified TOEFL testing center and provide English Language Development instruction.
Students can participate in 19 competitive sports, 3 club sports, and more than 30 student clubs. We welcome students of all backgrounds who desire a comprehensive high school experience. Study abroad summer opportunities for all students are offered. Locations have included Austria, France, Italy and Ireland.
About Altoona, PA
Located in Central Pennsylvania, students can enjoy outdoor activities such as biking, hiking and skiing. Large cities such as New York, Washington D.C., Philadelphia and Pittsburgh are just a few hour drive or train ride from Altoona. Learn more at https://www.explorealtoona.com.
Overall Graduate Profile
- 100% receive a high school diploma
- 100% who apply for admission are accepted to post-secondary institutions
- 50% of our graduates earn academic/merit scholarships
- 100% performance measure for advanced placement core offerings
- 40% earn college credits equivalent to at least one college semester
- Top 10% exceed projected national SAT average by approximately 400 points
- Top 30% exceed projected national SAT average by approximately 300 points
- 100% college ready benchmark performance measure on SAT/ACT
- 75% achieve GPA exceeding the academic criteria set by the National Honor Society
Students hosted from
- Brazil
- China
- Germany
- South Korea
- Mexico
- Spain
- Vietnam
- Japan
- Thailand
- Sweden
Current & Past Colleges
