International Program
An overview for international students and parents:
GPLHS is a private high school providing top-quality education to approximately 120 students in grades 9-12. Located in a small town in the American Midwest, GPLHS offers an ideal combination of a clean, quiet and safe study environment, together with an authentic American cultural experience.
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Campus Life:
International students in grades 9 and 10 can live in the dorm or with American host families, learning culture and language in a personal, caring environment. Students in grades 11 and 12 live in the dormitory with their American peers, with supervised study periods and test prep opportunities. A small student body offers a friendly, caring family environment.
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Get Started!
Great Plains Lutheran High School welcomes students from all over the world seeking an excellent Christian secondary education in a caring, Christian environment. Families interested in enrollment can find out more about our school and begin the admission process by contacting:
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President David Maertz
International Program Director
+1 605 886 0672 ext. 202
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