From Türkiye to a U.S. High School: Plan the Transition Together

If you are planning U.S. high school from Türkiye, begin with the education plan on both sides of the move. The destination matters, but so do the subjects you need, the records your family can prepare and what happens when the program finishes.

Keep your home-school questions visible

Ask your current school or relevant authority how overseas coursework will be reviewed. Confirm any translation or documentation requirements through the receiving school’s process. Do not assume that a U.S. semester automatically fits your home-school year or that every credit will be recognised.

Compare living arrangements early

Discuss homestay and boarding as different daily experiences. Consider meals, routines, privacy, religious or dietary needs and how a student will communicate with home. Raise important requirements before a placement is confirmed so the program can say what is realistic.

Make a joint shortlist

Students and parents often begin with different priorities. Try listing three that belong to the student, such as a subject or activity, and three that belong to the family, such as complete costs or support contacts. Use all six when comparing schools.

• Choose an intended start date and length of stay.
• Gather recent school records and questions about credit.
• Ask which schools and housing models can be considered.
• Review the full written quote and any scholarship conditions.

Entry requirements and official procedures must be checked for the individual program. A school or program application does not guarantee a visa decision. Arrivo can help organise the school comparison while your family confirms the relevant requirements.