International Students

The International Student Experience at Bullis

Bullis welcomes international students in grades 9–12 into a close-knit academic community supported by a carefully matched host family program. Our model ensures students are safe, supported, and fully integrated into school life and the local community.

Why Families Choose Bullis

Families from around the world choose Bullis for its balance of academic excellence, personal support, and community.

A safe, supportive U.S. school experience
Strong academic and college pathway
A structured host family model
A close-knit, inclusive community
Access to the Washington, DC metropolitan area

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Bullis School Overview

Academics

Independent, co-ed, college preparatory in Potomac, Maryland, founded in 1930
Small class size (average 15 students) with exceptional academic standards
Excellent SAT and ACT scores, higher than national and regional averages
Signature Programs - Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM), Entrepreneurship, and Visual & Performing Arts
English language immersion
Study alongside American students in every class
Support throughout the college application process
100% matriculation at four-year colleges
Fine arts built into the core curriculum for all grade levels

Host Families

The Host Family Experience

A second home in the United States

The Bullis School is not a boarding school; Bullis international students live with relatives or host families from our school community. Host families provide a “home away from home” for our international students. The host family experience is at the heart of student life for international students at Bullis.

Students live with carefully vetted families who provide:

A safe, welcoming home environment
Daily meals and structure
Transportation support as needed
Inclusion in family life and routines
Cultural immersion and connection

This experience helps students feel grounded, supported, and at home while studying in the United States.

Campus Life

Friendships

Friendships & Belonging

A community where students are known and included

International students are fully integrated into campus life and quickly form meaningful friendships with peers from across the U.S. and around the world.

Connections are built through:

Shared classes and academic collaboration
Athletics and team experiences
Clubs, arts, and leadership opportunities
School traditions and community events
Daily life with classmates and host families

From the moment they arrive, students are part of a community that values inclusion, connection, and belonging.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

I am most impressed by the inclusiveness of the Bullis community: it is open to everyone and respects the background of every student. “In class, experienced teachers help students identify interests and talents, and provide them with invaluable guidance and resources. Outside of class, students have a wide range of athletic, art, leadership and community service opportunities, which not only enrich students’ lives but also advance them on the path to their dreams. Zhuoyang (Thomas) W., 12th grade

If you need assistance or have additional questions please contact:

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Mandy Tang

Director of International Family Services

School: 301-634-3644