International Boarding School Student Academic Options

International boarding school at Pillsbury College Prep provides a great cultural experience for all students. Students  come from all over the United States and around the world. 

International students can board at Pillsbury College Prep from grades 6 – 12.  Students can also board at PCP for the first two years of college while they are attending Riverland Community College or Mankato State University.

Dual Diploma

International boarding school students may attend Pillsbury College Prep for ESL and academic classes. Students can  complete U.S required credits during the summer or the school year to receive a dual diploma, one from their home country and one from our American school. College credits and high school credits can also be earned while in high school. Groups who are interested in more information on our Dual Diploma program, please contact Pillsbury College Prep at 507-214-2200, or email: vonda@pillsburyprep.com.

English as a Second Language Summer Program

Students who are interested in the Summer English as a Second Language (ESLA) summer program at Riverland’ s Owatonna Campus, partnered with Pillsbury, can receive more detailed information here:
ESLA Summer College Prep

College Opportunities

Boarding school students can qualify for acceptance into Riverland Community College. Students can continue to board at Pillsbury College Prep for the first two years of college. Students can then qualify for Minnesota State University – Mankato, or apply to other colleges in the U.S.

• Riverland International Pathway Signing
• Riverland International Student Scholarship Information
• Mankato Free Press Article
• Minnesota State University – Mankato Cultural Scholarship Information

International Boarding School Student Tuition and Fees

International Boarding School Students have two academic choices, a public school or private school option.
International Boarding School Students – Full-Time  —- $23,000 each year
Includes visa, academic studies, room, board, transportation and campus after-class activities for nine and a half months.

The administration has endeavored to include all costs in the above figures. Certain unforeseen costs may arise. Extra costs for expensive sports such as competitive cheer, ice hockey, etc. would cost additional, and we would notify parents ahead of time. Prices do not include Thanksgiving, Christmas, Spring Break trips or travel program trips that may be offered during breaks.

Required Registration Documents and Deadlines for Submittal

Please submit required registration forms  and supporting documentation by June 1 to begin in September and Decemeber 1 for second semester placement.

**Students  interested in attending Owatonna High School – registration forms will not be accepted after the June 1 or December 1 deadline.  No  Exceptions.**

List of Forms and Supporting documentation required:

1.  Registration Forms
2. Official School Transcript
3. Current Immunization Certificate from Doctors Office or Health Department
4. An Eltis score of 3, SLEP score of 45 (or similar English Proficiency Test).  Students will be placed in their upcoming corresponding grade upon placement.

Pillsbury College Prep Boarding School Activities