CATS College-Boston (University Preparation)

CATS College is an international boarding school with a history of more than 60 years since its founding in 1952. It has a total of four centers in Cambridge, Canterbury, London and Cambridge. The courses and subjects offered are not very different, but tuition, school facilities and the atmosphere of the city may differ slightly. CATS Academy Boston opened in 2012. With small-group classes and personal tutors, it gives students the individual attention they need to reach their academic potential, and the scholarship program and the wide range of AP courses offered by CATS in the U.S. not only spark students' personal interests but also help them when applying to university by allowing them to explore their majors. In addition, more than 250 CATS staff do their best for students' well-being and safety 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and Higher Education Advisors with long experience help students at every step of the university admissions process. Advantages of an international school . Building confidence: thorough English preparation, equal opportunities, a confident American high school life . Successful adjustment to American high school life: 100% support for international students, creating an environment focused on academics and school life . Stepping stone to top universities: customized curriculum and academic support through CATS Extra and ESL programs, college counseling dedicated to international student admissions, 20 AP courses, Honors courses . The best educational environment: top-quality academic and dormitory facilities, facilities and faculty for preparing for art school and arts college admission, close attention to each student: college counseling from 9th grade, more than 100 teachers and staff, Personal Advisor, Student Service Team, small classes averaging 12 students. Support and welfare system for students . More than 100 faculty and staff carefully look after students for successful studies and a safe school life . Devoted care from Dorm Parents who live with students 24 hours a day, 7 days a week . A Student Service Team that answers any question and helps at any time . A Personal Advisor who acts as a homeroom teacher . Separately supervised time for homework, exams and study preparation . Stricter management and guidance for students aged 16 and under . Four on-campus medical examination rooms and infirmaries for students' safety and health care . Student ambassadors and peer mentors with exemplary conduct and leadership . Open Door Policy: students can receive continuous personal academic guidance from teachers even outside class hours. Boston is among the most historic and vibrant cities in the U.S. and is known worldwide as a center of higher education and a wonderful place to live. The Boston area has 100 colleges and universities. It is home to the world's top-ranked universities and colleges such as Harvard, MIT and Boston University. 250,000 students from the U.S. and around the world have chosen to study in Boston. . Founded: 2012 . Students and staff: 470 students, more than 100 faculty and staff . Nationality ratio: U.S. students 10-15%, Asian students 40%, South America, Europe and others 45-50% . Type: international school, boarding school, coeducational . Accommodation: on-campus dormitory and homestay . Grades: 9-12 . CATS Extra (credit-bearing ESL English, math, science, social studies, literature), ESL Levels 2-5 . STEAM, Visual & Performing Arts advanced program . Advanced Placement: 20 courses . Second foreign language: French, Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, Italian (local students only) . Age: 14 or older . Average class size: 12:15 . Weekly class hours: 22 hours . Start: September or January . Duration: 2.8 semesters . Visual and Performing Arts Enrichment Program: -The Visual and Performing Arts Enrichment Program is a special course for admission to art schools and arts colleges in the U.S. -For students interested in art majors such as fine art, design, performing arts, media and film/acting -For students aiming to enter top-ranked art schools and arts colleges in the U.S. -A course structured so that students complete on-campus and external exhibitions, competitions, events, contests and project presentations, including major-related electives and AP courses -An advanced major course for students aiming to enter prestigious art universities in the U.S. Accredited by the Cambridge School of Visual & Performing Arts -Duration: minimum 2 years -Start: September or January -Grade 9: age 14 or older (8th grade or above, or equivalent education) -Grade 10: age 15 or older (9th grade or above, or equivalent education) -Grade 11: age 16 or older (10th grade or above, or equivalent education) -Grade 12: age 17 or older (11th grade or above, or equivalent education) * English score: TOEFL 35-70 or IELTS 3.5-5.5, or may be replaced by the CATS in-house English test . CATS Extra: -A course for international students whose English proficiency is not yet sufficient -CATS Extra offers credit-bearing subjects with small classes and regular language assessments -With additional academic support in math, science, history, academic English and literature, students can build the English skills essential for U.S. high school classes . High School Preparation Program: -A course for adjusting perfectly to American high school life before the regular high school program begins -4-week intensive program (August) -Improve Reading, Writing and Speaking skills -CATS community, critical thinking, participation in on- and off-campus activities -Thorough preparation before the main program for quick learning and adjustment to life in the U.S. . The whole university admissions process together with the university guidance team -University workshops, participation in large college fairs, seminars held by university admissions officers -SAT / ACT / TOEFL preparation classes for 11th and 12th graders, guidance on writing essays and applications -5 hours of college counseling every week, admissions consultations with counselors whenever needed, students supported by counselors and a guidance team with 30 years of experience -Counseling for choosing the best university and major, university guidance tailored to international students, all faculty and staff supporting each student's admissions process -Support for receiving merit scholarships available through college counselors who specialize in international students; students receive admission offers from an average of 4 top universities -The best admissions support for students who wish to enter prestigious art universities in the U.S. and major in the arts -More than 30 extracurricular activities needed for admission to top-ranked U.S. universities