Why should international students consider Wichita Collegiate School?
World-class academics with a proven record of providing excellent preparation for college. •
Dynamic, accomplished teachers who are committed to helping their students learn the skills they will need at college and beyond, including collaboration, creativity, problem solving, leadership, and how to communicate effectively. •
At WCS, it is "cool" to be smart, "cool" to play sports, and "cool" to perform on stage. Our scholars can also be athletes and artists. They do not need to choose to be only one or the other. Our athletic programs are typically very competitive, and our musical groups, musical and dramatic productions, and video production and studio art programs are also outstanding. •
Tutorials. While we love for students to participate in athletics and activities, everyone at WCS knows that academics are the top priority. That is why our faculty members stay in their rooms for tutorials for an hour after classes end at 3:00. In the Upper School activities and practices are not allowed to begin until tutorials are over at 4:00. •
Opportunities to gain college credit through up to 17 Advanced Placement (AP) and concurrent credit arrangementsthrough Wichita State University and Friends University. •
College counselors who stay on top of their profession, maintain excellent relationships with college admission representativesfrom colleges and universities all across the country. Our college counselors are experts in helping students identify colleges that are excellent fits for their interests and talents. The lists of colleges to which are students are accepted each year is always impressive. College Acceptances List. •
A welcoming, friendly environment that becomes like another family. The relationships between the students and teachers are based on mutual respect. The teachers become "friendly mentors," and the relationships often last a lifetime. •
21st Century Classrooms using impressive technology such as a gas chromatograph, a 3D printer and scanner, a UV (Ultra-Violet) visible spectrometer, etc. Each student in Grades 6-12 has the use of a tablet PC throughout their enrollment at WCS. The use of Microsoft OneNote provides an easy way to organize assignments and provide access to teachers notes, and the use of DyKnow technology also enhances the instruction. •
Wichita, Kansas is a wonderful setting for our school. With a population of approximately 385,000, it is easy to navigate and has many of the cultural amenities of much bigger cities. The city has a multicultural flair, with events and activities sponsored by residents representing a wide variety of nationalities and ethnicities. The friendliness and strong work ethics for which Mid-westerners are known are evident at WCS and in the greater community. Wichita is home to wonderful restaurants, a world-class zoo, numerous museums, a variety of popular sports teams, and much more.
World-class academics with a proven record of providing excellent preparation for college. •
Dynamic, accomplished teachers who are committed to helping their students learn the skills they will need at college and beyond, including collaboration, creativity, problem solving, leadership, and how to communicate effectively. •
At WCS, it is "cool" to be smart, "cool" to play sports, and "cool" to perform on stage. Our scholars can also be athletes and artists. They do not need to choose to be only one or the other. Our athletic programs are typically very competitive, and our musical groups, musical and dramatic productions, and video production and studio art programs are also outstanding. •
Tutorials. While we love for students to participate in athletics and activities, everyone at WCS knows that academics are the top priority. That is why our faculty members stay in their rooms for tutorials for an hour after classes end at 3:00. In the Upper School activities and practices are not allowed to begin until tutorials are over at 4:00. •
Opportunities to gain college credit through up to 17 Advanced Placement (AP) and concurrent credit arrangementsthrough Wichita State University and Friends University. •
College counselors who stay on top of their profession, maintain excellent relationships with college admission representativesfrom colleges and universities all across the country. Our college counselors are experts in helping students identify colleges that are excellent fits for their interests and talents. The lists of colleges to which are students are accepted each year is always impressive. College Acceptances List. •
A welcoming, friendly environment that becomes like another family. The relationships between the students and teachers are based on mutual respect. The teachers become "friendly mentors," and the relationships often last a lifetime. •
21st Century Classrooms using impressive technology such as a gas chromatograph, a 3D printer and scanner, a UV (Ultra-Violet) visible spectrometer, etc. Each student in Grades 6-12 has the use of a tablet PC throughout their enrollment at WCS. The use of Microsoft OneNote provides an easy way to organize assignments and provide access to teachers notes, and the use of DyKnow technology also enhances the instruction. •
Wichita, Kansas is a wonderful setting for our school. With a population of approximately 385,000, it is easy to navigate and has many of the cultural amenities of much bigger cities. The city has a multicultural flair, with events and activities sponsored by residents representing a wide variety of nationalities and ethnicities. The friendliness and strong work ethics for which Mid-westerners are known are evident at WCS and in the greater community. Wichita is home to wonderful restaurants, a world-class zoo, numerous museums, a variety of popular sports teams, and much more.
