Admission

The residential houses and halls at Marianapolis are the foundations of a diverse and global residential community unified by our work to grow, play, and live through Marianapolis’ mission. Students learn and grow, through programs and activities, as well as the cultural exchanges inherent in living together in a tight knit house or hall, fostering lifelong connections. 

International Student Resources

English Language Department courses, in conjunction with the application of English academically and socially, help international students develop, refine, and perfect their ability to communicate with greater proficiency.

Ms. Jackson, in her International Student Advisor role, works with every international student to ensure they are positioned strongly to have the most rewarding experiences possible academically and socially.

Mrs. Michelle Drew, Academic Resources Advisor & School Counselor, is available and meets with our international students in support of their transition to school and residential life, and their overall wellness.

GLO, which stands for Global Leadership Outreach, are international student leaders who have explore American culture while taking pride in, celebrating, and sharing their own cultural identities.

Cultural diversity is celebrated by hosting 2-4 events each month, such as International Day, German Unity Day, Mexican Independence Day, Italy’s Festa della Liberazione, Lunar New Year, and Chuseok.

House and Hall Parents aim to foster a nurturing environment for boarding students to live and learn on campus. As international students navigate life immersed in a new culture, our residential staff prioritize the acclimation process through hands-on, unforgettable, quintessentially “American” experiences. Whether it’s carving pumpkins, baking Christmas cookies, or singing karaoke, dorm faculty make our residence halls an integral part of their lives - and their families.

Residential Assistants are upperclassmen who serve as peer counselors, advocates, advisors, and, most importantly, role models who cultivate positive relationships in the houses and halls. These peers help create a climate which is conducive to academic, social, athletic, and extracurricular achievement in the houses and halls, as well as throughout the entire school. RAs help to plan and facilitate events that develop and foster community like barbecues and movie nights.

Experiential Learning
The Experiential Learning program, or EL, is an exciting opportunity for students to continue learning outside of the classroom. Throughout the year, students have the ability to participate in unique activities that take them off campus during the weekend and around the New England region. For international students, they experience regional culture while continuing to apply the English language in academic, cultural, interactive, and many other ways.

LEAP Week (Live. Experience. Advance. Prepare.)
LEAP Week is a one-week mini-term course requirement in May during which groups of students and faculty explore a specific topic, project, or adventure. Course offerings typically focus on specialized skills, the arts, community service, scientific field studies, cultural immersion experiences, or outdoor challenges. The program takes students out of the classroom and into broader areas of hands-on exploration, in the company of teachers who model the excitement and joy of lifelong learning.