Global Leadership Immersion

A world-class semester abroad
at public-school prices

Elite-school culture, rigorous academics, and a life-changing global perspective—delivered at a fraction of U.S. costs through geographic arbitrage.

$15k
vs. $70k+ at U.S. boarding schools
2-4×
learning velocity vs. traditional school
100%
ESA/voucher compatible where permitted
24/7
safeguarding & incident support

Who It's For

Students

9th-12th grade students from high-poverty ZIP codes; first-gen/low-income; motivated to accelerate academically and build global competence.

Schools & Networks

Charter, microschool, and district schools with ESA/voucher portability or tax-credit scholarship access (state-dependent).

Philanthropy & SGOs

Donors seeking measurable learning gains and social-mobility outcomes; scholarship-granting organizations.

The Problem

The Zip Code Lottery

  • U.S. per-pupil spend in struggling districts is $15k-$20k, yet outcomes lag
  • Students in high-violence, low-opportunity neighborhoods rarely access elite peer effects or time-on-task
  • Families can't afford traditional $70k boarding schools or long international programs
Our Solution

Geographic Arbitrage

Elite Culture at African Prices

Phillips-Exeter-level structure, coaching, and mastery-based academics for the cost of a U.S. ESA/voucher.

No Learning Loss While Abroad

Two-hour mastery platform daily; students stay fully on-track with MAP/NWEA assessments.

Transformative Environment

Safer campus life, high-achieving peers, rich project work in entrepreneurship, media, and coding.

Program Design

Boutique cohorts designed for maximum impact and personal attention

Format & Academics

  • 10-14 days (immersion) or 6-12 weeks (semester block)
  • Small cohorts: 12-18 students per session
  • 2-hour mastery block daily via proven platform
  • MAP/NWEA baseline + post assessment
  • Credit-alignment to sending school with transcript support

Projects & Experiences

  • Media/storytelling projects documenting experience
  • Entrepreneurship sprints solving real problems
  • Community research projects with local partners
  • Tech capstones building portfolio pieces
  • Cultural immersion: Historic sites, weekend field experiences

Safeguarding & Inclusion

Safety Protocols

  • Non-discrimination MOU with host institution
  • Inclusion-safe international/CIS-style campus near Kampala or Kigali
  • 24/7 incident hotline with immediate response protocols
  • Comprehensive medical + evacuation insurance

Contingency Planning

  • Safe-harbor transfer protocol to pre-vetted alternate sites
  • Early return option with no academic penalty
  • Dedicated on-site coordinator for every cohort
  • Daily parent communication via secure platform

Outcomes We Measure

Academic Growth

  • MAP/NWEA pre/post assessments
  • Target 2-4× learning velocity
  • Comprehensive mastery logs
  • Credit transfer documentation

Character & Exposure

  • Student reflection portfolios
  • Leadership skill badges
  • Cross-cultural competence
  • Capstone presentations

College & Career

  • College essay material
  • Faculty recommendations
  • Resilience & initiative evidence
  • Global citizenship credentials

Pricing & Funding

Designed to work with existing education funding sources

Short Immersion
$3,500
10-14 days, all-inclusive (flight-exclusive)
  • Room, board, instruction, and excursions
  • ~$1,200 net cross-subsidy per U.S. student
Semester Block
ESA/Voucher
6-12 weeks, state-dependent eligibility
  • Priced ≤ typical district per-pupil spend
  • Philanthropic bridge scholarships available

How It's Funded

Primary

ESA/voucher or SGO tax-credit scholarships (state-by-state)

Bridge

Philanthropic scholarships and donor-sponsored seats

Cross-Subsidy

Portion of tuition underwrites local learner stipends

Ready for a Life-Changing Experience?

School Leaders

Request our 6-page Program Dossier and draft MOU

Families

Join the interest list (ESA/SGO-eligible applicants prioritized)

Funders

Sponsor 5-20 seats to underwrite local learner stipends