ADMISSIONS
Answers about applying to CBA, choosing a school, boarding and student support—all in one place.
CBA accepts applications for U.S. grades 6–11. Available entry grades vary by partner school.
For August entry, Fenwick grade 9 applications are due November 29 of the previous year. Fenwick grades 10–11 and all eligible grades at other schools apply by May of the entry year. For January entry, the deadline is October 29 of the previous year.
All documents must be in English. Please prepare a passport copy, a passport photo, and academic records from the most recent 3 years.
Complete the application → school interview → admission letter issued → deposit payment → I-20 issued → visa issuance → remaining program fee payment → arrival in the United States.
No. Students study at partner schools, while CBA connects supervised housing and student support.
Fenwick is the featured partner; CBA currently has six partner schools.
The school determines admission and course eligibility. Selecting a school does not guarantee admission or placement in a particular class.
CBA connects housing with school education, so students can plan to attend different partner schools.
The schools currently offered a managed homestay option are Timothy, Montini, and Walther.
They are distinct decisions, but considering them together helps align daily support and transportation planning.
No. It illustrates daily life; actual schedules can vary with the school and the student’s activities.
The downtown Chicago student residence has multiple study spaces and individual study rooms.
Students can ask questions and receive help through CBA’s academic support and tutoring. Support needs are discussed in light of the student’s learning situation.
Parent Guide
A CBA boarding weekday moves from waking up and traveling to school through classes, after-school activities and study, and evening routines. Learning at school connects with review and preparation back at the residence.
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Parent Guide
CBA works with six partner schools: Fenwick, Daystar, Timothy, Montini, Walther, and BIS South Loop. Students receive their formal education at a partner school, while CBA connects school selection with housing, academic support, and day-to-day guidance.
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Parent Guide
CBA connects school education with housing and student support, allowing families to plan for a shared boarding program alongside study at different partner schools. School choice and housing choice should be considered together, but they are distinct decisions.
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