University High School of Business and Leadership International (UHSI) in partnership with Concordia University provide students opportunity to receive a high school diploma and university credits towards a bachelor degree. Students attending UHSI take AP courses approved and accepted by Concordia University along with their high school coursework.  Students must maintain a grade point average of 3.0 or higher while in attendance at UHSI.  Students attending UHSI receive constant support and counseling not only while at UHSI but also as they enter the university.  Counselors will assist with academic guidance as well as the application process for admission to Concordia University.

*International Partnership Diploma Program

The International Partnership Diploma Program is for students who wish to complete their High School Requirements through independent coursework.  International Students who wish to enter the UHSI Partnership Diploma Program must provide a 9th grade transcript with a grade point average of 3.0 or higher.  Students must attend 3 academic years in additions to 3 summer sessions (1 each year).  The summer sessions are provided to assist students in preparation for the TOEFL.  The TOEFL is an exam used by universities to assess the level of English language proficiency of foreign students.  This exam is necessary in academic setting to be sure students can be successful in an English-speaking environment.  TOEFL scores stay valid for only two years.  All students enrolled in UHSI receive the same support and guidance for both high school academic counseling and university admission regardless of the program they are in.

This graph shows the course load for students participating in the International Diploma Program.

GradeUS Required CoursesCourses Taken
in Home Country
9th· English Language Development (ELD)
· Concordia Approved Course English Course,
· World History, Cultures, and Geography
· Algebra or Geometry
· Physical Education
Summer 1
Optional
ELD, TOEFL Exam
10h· Concordia Approved Course English Course,
· American government,
· Science choice with LAB (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)
· Algebra,
· Foreign Language (year 1),
· Physical Education
Summer 2
Optional
ELD, TOEFL Exam
11th· Concordia Approved Course English Course,
· World History, Cultures, and Geography,  
· Science choice with LAB (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)
· Geometry,
· Foreign Language (year 2),
· Physical Education
Summer 3
Optional
ELD, TOEFL Exam
12th
· Concordia Approved Course English Course,
· Science choice with LAB (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)
· Intermediate Algebra,

· Visual and performing arts chosen from the following:
 – dance, drama/theater, music, or visual art.,
· One Elective
Total
Courses
1111