The school’s home in Altoona, PA is an ideal location. It is a small/middle size city conveniently located in a safe, healthy, freindly area within Pennsylvania and close to Penn State University. It is accessible to several major cities including Pittsburgh, PA, Washington, DC, Philadelphia, PA and New York City.
We welcome students of all backgrounds who desire a comprehensive, high quality, US high school experience.
The school offers a limited number of spaces with host families for international students and welcomes J-1 and F-1 visas. We work through agencies or directly, including with those who have their own host family.
To learn more send an email to international@bguilfoyle.org
The school’s strong academics and extracurricular program prepares
each student for success in college and beyond.
International students are welcomed into the homes of our local host families who serve as their legal guardian while in Altoona (August through May). We take special care to match students with the best host family to suit their unique needs and personalities.
Many of our host families have their own children at BG which provides for ample opportunities for international students to be involved in the BG community.
Interested in Becoming a Host Family? Contact international@bguilfoyle.org