International Application Process

Your Future Begins at Shoreland
Thank you for considering Shoreland Lutheran High School. We look forward to learning about the student’s interests, goals, and academic background. Our International Student Support Team is here to help students and families through the application and enrollment process.

Explore our campus and learning spaces, then follow the six steps in this guide to apply.

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APPLICATIONS OPEN NOVEMBER 1 for the 2027-2028 academic year. Contact Julie Uher for current tuition and housing rates and scholarship information.

At a glance
1 Apply online / 2 Interview & submit documents / 3 Admission decision / 4 Deposit & finances / 5 Student Visa / 6 Enrollment & arrival

 

STEP 1

Complete Your Online Application

Complete the application and gather the documents needed for admission review.

Open Shoreland’s online application portal and create a TADS account with a username and password.

  • Select the school year for which the student is applying.
  • Choose the appropriate grade option (9-12) labeled International Student.
  • Enter the student’s name and complete all required student and household information.
  • Complete the supplemental questions and questionnaires, including interests and skills,
    host family questions, religious information, STEM Academy interests, and sports interests.
  • Once the application is received. Julie Uher will send you the wiring information to
    send the $200 application fee.
  • If the school year or grade option is unavailable, contact Julie Uher for assistance.

STEP 2​

Interview & Submit Required Documents

Shoreland will contact you for an interview time. In addition, you should prepare the following documents for Shoreland’s admission review:

  • Applying to grade 9: Transcripts from grades 7 and 8.
  • Applying to grades 10-12: All high school transcripts.
  • English proficiency test results.
  • A recommendation letter from the student’s current English
    teacher.

Submit all supporting documents to Julie Uher. Email: uherj@slhs.us. Shoreland uses a holistic approach when making admission decisions

STEP 3​

Receive Your Admission Decision

Shoreland will send an acceptance letter if the student is admitted.

Need help getting started?
Email uherj@slhs.us or call +1 262-859-2595, ext. 164. Our team can help you identify your next step.

AFTER ACCEPTANCE: Prepare for enrollment
STEP 4​

Submit Your Deposit and Financial Documents

After acceptance, the family submits a $5,000 deposit and proof of financial ability to pay the remaining balance. Request payment instructions directly from Shoreland.

Deposit policy: The current policy states that the deposit is refundable only if the student’s visa is denied. Contact Julie Uher for written payment and refund terms, including the due date and how the deposit is applied.

STEP 5​

Complete the Student Visa Process

After receiving the required deposit and financial documentation, Shoreland prepares and sends the student’s Form I-20. Follow Shoreland’s guidance and the current official instructions for the next steps.

  • Review and sign the Form I-20 and contact Shoreland if a correction is needed.
  • Follow the official instructions to pay the SEVIS I-901 fee at
    www.fmjfee.com/i901fee.
  • Apply for a non-immigrant VISA at https://ceac.state.gov/genniv/
  • Contact the relevant U.S. embassy or consulate for instructions on appointments
    and required documents.

Visa instructions and document requirements should be checked against current official guidance.

STEP 6​

Complete Enrollment and Prepare for Arrival

After the visa is approved, follow the directions in Shoreland’s enrollment email. Submit these required documents by August 1:

  • Completed Shoreland immunization forms in English.
  • Signed medical authorization form.
  • Proof of insurance coverage.

Confirm the deadline for the student’s entry year with Julie Uher. If admission or visa approval occurs after August 1, ask for an individual submission timeline.

Before booking travel
Contact the International Student Support Team to confirm housing, arrival dates, transportation arrangements, and orientation details.

Tuition, housing & scholarships

Contact Julie Uher for 2027-2028 tuition and housing rates. Scholarships are available; inquire about eligibility, application requirements, and deadlines.

We’re here to help
The International Student Support Team is here to guide students and families through the process from start to finish.

Paul Scriver, Director
Email: scriver@slhs.us
Phone: +1 262-859-2595, ext. 207

Julie Uher, International Student Coordinator
Email: uherj@slhs.us
Phone: +1 262-859-2595, ext. 164
WhatsApp: +1 262-358-2092
Website: www.slhs.us

Did You Know?
100% of our international students graduate with a U.S. high school diploma, opening the doorway to higher education in the United States, better career opportunities, cross-cultural experiences and a more promising and interconnected future.