Since 1997, Life Center Academy has proudly welcomed students from around the world as a SEVIS-approved school authorized to issue I-20 forms for F-1 student visas. Our campus, located on 106 scenic acres between Philadelphia and New York City, features outstanding educational and recreational facilities designed to support student growth in every area of life.
Life Center Academy is a Christian, faith-based school serving students from preschool through 12th grade. Our international program is open to high school students in grades 9–12, offering a rigorous college preparatory education. Upon graduation, students are well-prepared to attend respected colleges and universities for undergraduate and graduate studies. Some graduates have also gone on to serve with distinction in the United States Armed Forces.
Since the launch of our international program, we’ve hosted more than 90 students from 27 countries across the globe. At Life Center Academy, international students are fully immersed in a cross-cultural environment that extends beyond the classroom and into everyday life. Adjusting to a new culture, language, and even food takes time, and we walk alongside our students every step of the way.
To support this transition, all international students are required to attend Cross Culture Camp—a two-week orientation held in August before the school year begins. This program introduces students to American culture, classroom expectations, and student life at LCA. As part of maintaining a unified community, students must agree to speak only English during school hours.
LCA does not provide housing. International students must have a local relative or apply through an approved partner organization responsible for housing and guardianship arrangements.
Our students are encouraged to grow in mind, body, and spirit. International students are welcome to participate in a wide range of extracurricular opportunities, including:
Athletics: Soccer, basketball, volleyball, track, baseball/softball, cheer
Clubs: Theatre, Art, Chapel, Bible Club, and more
Facilities: Access to a fitness center for after-school workouts
At Life Center Academy, we value the global perspective international students bring to our school community. Our teachers are trained to support cross-cultural learning and are committed to helping each student succeed academically and feel at home. In return, we ask our students to fully engage with the school community and uphold our core values: Jesus, People, Servanthood, Excellence, Communication, and Generosity.
For more information or to begin your journey at Life Center Academy, please contact our Admissions Office at (609) 499-2100 or email Admissions Director Elain Velez at evelez@lcmail.org.
"Life Center Academy gave me a unique opportunity to get my education in the United States and play basketball at the same time. The professors and staff were always very helpful and challenged me to be a better student and a better person each and every day. Once I graduated from LCA, many doors had opened to continue my education, and I was able to succeed in college in the United States because of the support and education that LCA provided to me! I can honestly say that Life Center Academy has changed my life, and the learning experiences that I had while attending school there will be unforgettable!"
- Felipe Rocha, Class of 2013
