Atlas American School of Malaga vs The American College in Spain

	A Atlas American School of Malaga Malaga, Spain	T The American College in Spain Malaga, Spain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €500 - 16,350	Fees / year €6,250 - 16,600
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 15 - 18 years
Type	Type —	Type —
Curriculum	Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP), IB (DP)	Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Pupils	Pupils 500	Pupils 100
Typical class size	Typical class size 16	Typical class size 12
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened —	Opened 2013
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Estepona, Málaga, Spain. Calle Monda Nº2, Selwo Hills, 29680 Estepona. Selwo Hills area; sits on a municipal plot awarded through an administrative concession. Phone +34 952 938 155; admissions@atlas-asm.es.	Location Located in Marbella, Málaga Province, Andalusia, Spain. Address: CC La Alzambra, Urb. La Alzambra, 29660 Puerto Banús, Marbella. The campus has been operating in Marbella since 2013 as the first North American High School and University in Andalusia.
Stages	Stages Preschool (K1–K3, ages 3–6); Elementary School (1st–6th); Middle School (7th–8th); High School (9th–12th).	Stages High School and University (2+2 program) where students complete the first two years in Marbella and then transfer to a U.S. or other American university to finish their degree.
School type	School type Private international school offering the American curriculum.	School type Private international day school offering American-style High School and university programs; no boarding facilities.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix 40 nationalities create the international learning environment.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Student Support Services including English as a Second Language and Spanish as a Second Language.	Additional learning support Personal academic advice is offered to all students.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation United States	Country affiliation United States
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details School bus service available.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and enrollment fees - Family Admission Fee: €2,000 (one-time, mandatory, non-refundable). - Annual Registration Fee: €500 per student (mandatory, non-refundable; charged mid-year for returning students). - Deposit: €1,000 per student (refundable once the student is correctly withdrawn or graduates and all financial obligations are settled). Tuition fees (installments and annual totals) - Preschool (K1 – K3) - 1st Installment (Sept–Dec): €3,420 - 2nd Installment (Jan–Mar): €2,565 - 3rd Installment (Apr–Jun): €2,565 - Annual total: €8,550 - Upfront payment (4% discount): €8,208. - Elementary School (Grades 1–6) - 1st Installment (Sept–Dec): €4,520 - 2nd Installment (Jan–Mar): €3,390 - 3rd Installment (Apr–Jun): €3,390 - Annual total: €11,300 - Upfront payment (4% discount): €10,848. - Middle School (Grades 7–8) - 1st Installment (Sept–Dec): €5,080 - 2nd Installment (Jan–Mar): €3,810 - 3rd Installment (Apr–Jun): €3,810 - Annual total: €12,700 - Upfront payment (4% discount): €12,192. - High School (Grades 9–11) - 1st Installment (Sept–Dec): €5,940 - 2nd Installment (Jan–Mar): €4,455 - 3rd Installment (Apr–Jun): €4,455 - Annual total: €14,850 - Upfront payment (4% discount): €14,256. - American High School Diploma (AHSD, Grade 12) - 1st Installment (Sept–Dec): €7,425 - 2nd Installment (Jan–Apr): €7,425 - Annual total: €14,850 - Upfront payment (4% discount): €14,256. - IB Programme - IB Year 1 (Grade 11) - 1st Installment (Sept–Dec): €6,540 - 2nd Installment (Jan–Mar): €4,905 - 3rd Installment (Apr–Jun): €4,905 - Annual total: €16,350 - Upfront payment (4% discount): €15,696. - IB Year 2 (Grade 12) - 1st Installment (Sept–Dec): €8,175 - 2nd Installment (Jan–Apr): €8,175 - Annual total: €16,350 - Upfront payment (4% discount): €15,696. Family discounts on tuition - 3rd child enrolled: 25% discount on tuition. - 4th child and additional children: 60% discount on tuition. - Discounts do not apply to corporate payments and are subject to review. What tuition fees include - Textbooks and basic school supplies for K1–G10, online licenses (where applicable), college counseling, transcripts, day field trips, laboratory supplies, and IB examinations (first sitting only). - Annual tuition insurance policy that covers continuity of studies in the event of the death of a parent/legal guardian (covers tuition only; does not cover lunch, bus service, registration fees, or other services). Fees and items not included (additional costs) - School uniform (not included). - Textbooks and online licenses for IB or Grades 11 and 12 (not included). - EAL (English as an Additional Language) or SAL (Spanish as an Additional Language) support: may incur an additional supplement of up to €300 per month if required. Enrollment in these programs is determined by the school. - IB certificates for American High School Diploma students: €600 per subject (one-time payment in Grade 12). - Fees for official-document recognition (Spanish diplomas, UNED registration) and AP exam costs: charged at cost. - After-school activities, extracurricular activities, and residential trips: separate costs and are billed separately (activities are paid on a semester basis). Students with outstanding payments will not be permitted to participate in school trips. Annual service fees (examples and installment breakdowns) - Bus service — One way: - Installments: €660 (1st), €495 (2nd), €495 (3rd). (G12: €660, €660 — two-installment structure where shown.) - Bus service — Round trip: - Installments: €800 (1st), €600 (2nd), €600 (3rd). (G12: €800, €800 — two-installment structure where shown.) - Lunch: - K1–G11: €580 (1st), €435 (2nd), €435 (3rd). - G12: €580, €580 (two-installment structure shown). - A daily menu is provided for Kindergarten through Grade 8; in Grades 9–12 lunch is optional and high-school cafeteria purchases are billed monthly on a high-school lunch card. Billing schedule and payment terms - Payment schedule for K1–G11: - 1st Installment due by September 1. - 2nd Installment due by December 1. - 3rd Installment due by March 1. - Payment schedule for Grade 12 (where two installments apply): - 1st Installment due by September 1. - 2nd Installment due by December 1. - The Annual Registration Fee is charged in March for the following school year. - Upfront payment discount: a 4% discount is applied to annual tuition paid upfront if received by June 30, 2026; the discount does not apply to lunch or transportation fees. Payments for upfront discount arrangements are handled through the school's Finance office (finance@atlas-asm.es). - Payment conditions and penalties: - Cash payments are not accepted. - All wire transfers must be received in a net amount; parents are liable for any bank charges. - A European bank account within the SEPA circuit is mandatory for direct-debit payments (tuition, lunch, etc.). - A €20 administrative penalty applies for bounced payments. - A €20 penalty applies to payments received after the specified due dates, plus an additional €20 per month for each month of delay. - Persistent late payment may result in interruption of schooling and the school reserves the right to cancel enrollment if non-payment persists. Withdrawal and refund policy - To withdraw a student, families must contact the Admissions Department (admissions@atlas-asm.es). - If a student withdraws during an installment period, no refund will be issued for the current installment. - Written notice must be provided at least one month prior to the next scheduled payment to avoid being charged for the subsequent installment. - The Deposit (€1,000 per student) is refundable once the student is correctly withdrawn or graduates and all financial obligations have been met. The Family Admission Fee and the Annual Registration Fee are non-refundable. Boarding - No boarding fees are listed; boarding is not indicated in the school's tuition and fees schedule. Fee payment options - Accepted mechanisms and requirements: - Wire transfer / bank transfer (payments must be received net). - SEPA direct-debit from a European bank account (mandatory for direct debit arrangements). - Cash payments are not accepted. - Credit-card payment is not specified in the fees schedule; parents should use bank transfer/SEPA or contact Finance for specific payment arrangements.	Fee details Application fees - Application fee: EUR 200 (one-time). Tuition fees by program and (per-term equivalents) - University Transfer Program (full-time): EUR 14,900 per academic year. Additional subject (if taken): EUR 2,320 per subject. Study materials (E‑Book/learning resources): EUR 1,200 per year. Testing fee (placement/preparation materials): EUR 400 (one‑time). Administration fee: EUR 500 per year. Application fee: EUR 200 (one‑time). - High School Program (full-time): EUR 13,200 per academic year. Extra subject: EUR 1,420 per subject. Study materials (E‑Book/learning resources): EUR 1,000 per year. Administration fee: EUR 500 per year. Transcript evaluation fee: EUR 150 (one‑time). The academic year is shown as 36 weeks and courses are organised by term; an equivalent per‑term figure (using a three‑term year as a standard reference) would be EUR 4,400 per term (annual tuition ÷ 3). - GED program (full-time): EUR 6,250 per course. Study material charge: EUR 400 per course. Administration fee: EUR 300 per year / per course (as published). - Academic English (full-time): EUR 8,150 per course (10–12 weeks; 18 hours/week). Study material: EUR 400 per course. Administration fee: EUR 300 per year / per course (as published). Additional and occasional fees - Study materials / learning resources: shown per program (University EUR 1,200 / year; High School EUR 1,000 / year; GED Academic material EUR 400 / course). - Administration fee: typically EUR 500 per year for University and High School; EUR 300 per year/per course for GED/Academic English (as published). - Testing / exam preparation fees: University testing fee EUR 400 (one‑time). Additional external exam costs (for example AP or GED external testing fees) are identified separately in course descriptions. - Transcript evaluation fee: EUR 150 (one‑time) for High School program. - SAT preparation course examples (optional): intensive summer SAT course price EUR 625 (includes materials); autumn/spring course price EUR 800 (includes materials). These are listed as separate course fees. Discounts and incentives - Sibling discount: 10% tuition discount for families with two or more children. - Early‑payment incentive: a 5% discount on total tuition is applied for payment of the entire academic year if paid before June 1. Billing schedule and payment terms - Admissions and reservation: following acceptance families receive payment instructions and are required to pay a deposit to guarantee a place; official acceptance letters and, where applicable, visa documents are issued after the deposit is paid. Invoices are issued together with the order/payment. Contract paperwork is completed and kept on file as part of the registration process. - Full‑year payment and term payment: the published fees are shown as annual amounts for each program; the school offers a full‑year payment option (with the early‑payment discount for payments made before June 1). Specific instalment or per‑term billing schedules and the exact timing of deposit/term payments are provided in the payment instructions issued upon acceptance. Boarding / accommodation fees - Boarding is not listed as a school‑run service. The college assists students who need accommodation by helping locate rental apartments, rooms with families (host families) or local hotels; those accommodation arrangements and any associated costs are arranged separately from tuition and are billed independently. No school boarding fee is published. Other costs parents should expect to budget for - Optional course extras (additional subjects): University EUR 2,320 per subject; High School EUR 1,420 per extra subject. - External exam fees (AP/GED/other) and possible travel/administration charges for external testing sessions. - Accommodation, local transport, meals, extracurricular trip costs and personal expenses for activities such as scheduled cultural or sporting trips (these are organised and billed separately). Refund information - The published General Conditions and admissions materials describe the invoicing and acceptance/payment process but do not present a detailed, itemised public refund schedule alongside the fee table. Payment instructions and contractual conditions accompanying acceptance detail the steps required to complete registration and invoicing; families are notified of the financial terms and receipt/invoice at the time of acceptance. Fee payment options - The school issues payment instructions upon acceptance and supplies the corresponding invoice. Specific accepted payment methods (for example bank transfer or card payment) are stated in those payment instructions and on the formal invoice that accompanies the acceptance. Contact details for administrative correspondence are published for payment and billing enquiries. If you need any of the specific fee lines restated in another format or converted into a different currency, the amounts above are the published figures in euros.
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Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements ACS offers accommodation options for students who are not residents in the Costa del Sol. Administration and student services assist with locating apartments to rent, arranging room rentals with families, and dealing with local hotels.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options —	Food options There is a nearby cafeteria; the Marbella area features shops and restaurants for meals.
House system	House system All students are assigned to a house to compete in sports and recreational activities. This house system facilitates social integration by enabling students of different ages and grades to share time and activities, fostering a sense of belonging to the community.	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is part of Mathema Education, an educational group founded in 2012 by Antonio Arcones that also manages Aquinas American School and the International School of Navarra.	Governance and ownership The school is governed by a Board of Trustees. It has a Keiser University partnership for a 2+2 program, with the first two years in Marbella leading to an Associate of Arts degree from Keiser University, after which students may continue at Keiser or transfer to another North American university.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Atlas American School of Malaga follows the American academic curriculum and prepares students for university entrance in Spain or elsewhere. The program emphasizes both content knowledge and the development of skills, training students through reflection, inquiry, and communication. The curriculum provides access to Spanish and international universities. It is organized into four stages: Preschool (K1–K3, ages 3–6), Elementary School (1st–6th), Middle School (7th–8th), and High School (9th–12th). The school emphasizes collaborative inquiry and personalized learning to foster logical thinking, reading comprehension, public speaking, and other core competencies.	Curriculum details General Education at The American College in Spain is a core of common learning experiences that enables students to acquire and apply a broad foundation of knowledge, skills, and behaviors. The curriculum provides an overall learning across disciplines before students engage in their concentration, with literacy and communication skills reinforced throughout the program. General Education courses are taken during the first two years as prerequisites for higher-level coursework, and Keiser University's General Education courses are offered to fulfill transfer requirements. Core courses are required for graduation in each degree program. General Education Requirements for the Associate of Arts degree include coursework in Communication, Mathematics, Social/Behavioral Sciences, Humanities, Natural Sciences, and electives, plus the Speech Communication and a Computer Literacy requirement; the college is authorized to offer Keiser University's AA degree, with students able to transfer to Keiser or another American university to complete a bachelor's degree. ACS concentrates its principal studies in Humanities/Social Sciences (International Relations, Psychology, Political Science, Philosophy, History, English Language and Literature), Business (Business Administration, International Business, Economics, Accounting, Finance, Information Technology/Management), and Communication (Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, Advertising).
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Higher education progression	Higher education progression Atlas American School of Malaga emphasizes university readiness and provides pathways to universities in Spain and abroad. Graduates have access to higher education institutions in both Spain and international locations. The program supports development of analytical, discourse, and communication skills to strengthen college applications. Graduates pursue higher education at universities around the world.	Higher education progression The American College in Spain maintains transfer agreements with a broad network of universities, enabling graduates to pursue higher education at partner institutions in the United States and beyond. Partner U.S. universities include Keiser University, Adelphi University, Arizona State University, Ball State University, College of Staten Island, Eastern Illinois University, Florida A&M University, Florida Atlantic University, Florida Gulf Coast University, Florida International University, St. Bonaventure University, St. Thomas University, Troy University, Truman State University, SUNY Albany, University of Findlay, University of Kentucky, University of Missouri, University of North Alabama, University of South Florida, University of West Florida, Wayne State University, Western Governors University, Slippery Rock University, University of Cincinnati, Lynn University, California State University, IPAG Business School, Hult International Business School, St. Louis University Madrid, University of Gibraltar, Rennes School of Business, and others.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented Advanced coursework is available through Advanced Placement and Accelerated Options via Mizzou Academy (University of Missouri High School), including AP courses such as AP Calculus AB, AP Comparative Government and Politics, AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition, AP European History, AP Psychology, AP Statistics, and AP United States History.
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school has Counseling Services focused on social, emotional, and academic well-being for all students. Counseling includes individual sessions, small group sessions, teacher and parent consultations, and workshops. Key topics include Kindness in the Classroom, Study Skills, Time Management, Conflict Resolution, and Personal Safety.	Social & emotional learning The American College in Spain develops students intellectually, socially, and personally through an American-based program. The college emphasizes the recruitment of outstanding faculty and staff whose primary focus is student success on an individual basis, with small class sizes. The program concentrates on developing international and cross-cultural capabilities through excellence in academics, cultural and sports training, inter-campus transfer, and other opportunities. The school provides a diverse, international environment drawn from many countries.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school has Learning Support Specialists who provide assistance inside the classroom and in specialized settings, using targeted strategies and interventions. Support ranges from short-term interventions to ongoing support for mild to moderate needs.	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school has an English as an Additional Language (EAL) program. Placement is determined by the principals and academic team; progress is regularly tracked in both the EAL program and the classroom. When ready, EAL and classroom teachers collaborate to transition the student out of the program, with post-transition monitoring to ensure continued success in the mainstream curriculum.	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The school provides mental wellbeing support through Counseling Services, focusing on the social, emotional, and academic well-being of students. This includes individual counseling, small group sessions, and workshops.	Mental wellbeing —
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Counseling topics include Personal Safety, and counselors contribute to safeguarding the wellbeing and safety of students as part of Student Support Services.	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Preschool, elementary school, middle school, and high school are offered. Atlas American School of Malaga serves students across these levels. The campus has a 7v7 soccer field, a fitness room, a gym for elementary school students, and two basketball courts. Students are organized into SHARKS houses to compete in sports and recreational activities. The school is located at Calle Monda Nº2, Selwo Hills, Estepona, Malaga.	Facilities overview The American College in Spain is located in Puerto Banús, Marbella. The Marbella campus facilities include classrooms, a lecture hall, and a student lounge. There is a nearby cafeteria, fitness center, shops and restaurants. The beach is a five-minute walk away.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities 7v7 soccer field, 2 basketball courts, a fitness room, and an elementary school gym.	Sports facilities Sports and activities include tennis, paddle, fitness, swimming, walking and hiking, wakeboard and cable ski. In winter, trips to the Sierra Nevada ski resort are organized with ski lessons. Guided trips to Granada, Ronda, Malaga, Jerez and Seville are organized each term. ACS offers sports competitions and cultural events as part of campus life.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Learning Support, English as an Additional Language (EAL) teachers, and counselors are part of Student Support Services. University counseling is available for students in grades 11–12. English is the official language of instruction, and Spanish and French language programs are offered. The curriculum provides access to universities located in Spain and abroad.	Academic facilities The program is fully accredited and enables students to complete high school education in Spain. With a tailor-made program, classes are taught by a team of qualified teachers specialized in different subjects. Personal academic advice is offered to all students. Upon completion of high school, students can begin their first two years of university in the United States as part of the 2+2 pathway.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Arts, Music and Drama are integrated into the school day. The Entrepreneurship Program is offered for grades 10–12, with students building real businesses and pitching to investors in a shark-tank-style final event. Atlas ASM uses a House system called Home of the Sharks to foster friendly competition in sports and recreational activities.	Extra curricular facilities Every term ACS offers different social and cultural activities such as visits to Granada, Ronda, Malaga, Jerez and Seville. Sports competitions are held. Cultural and social events are organized. These activities are part of the campus life experience.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Atlas American School of Malaga is part of Mathema Education, an educational group founded in 2012 by Antonio Arcones. The group also manages Aquinas American School and the International School of Navarra. Atlas ASM is located in Estepona, Málaga. The school follows the American academic curriculum to prepare students for university entrance. The curriculum provides access to universities located in Spain and abroad.	History The American College in Spain is the first North American High School and University in Andalusia, located in Marbella since 2013. It offers a curriculum based on the U.S. education system. Students can complete their high school education in Marbella and then begin the first two years of university by completing the general education courses required by U.S. universities; after two years they receive the Associate of Arts Degree from Keiser University. They may continue their third and fourth years at Keiser University or transfer to any North American university to complete BA, BBA or BSc degrees. ACS is part of an educational project founded by Dr. James Butler in 1972; the first project was Columbus International College in Seville in 1972.
Community	Community All students are assigned to a house called Home of the SHARKS to compete in sports and recreational activities. The house system facilitates social integration by allowing students of different ages and grades to share time and activities. It promotes a sense of belonging to the school community. News & Events shows there are no upcoming events.	Community The campus life highlights an international learning environment with 40 nationalities. It offers sports and activities including tennis, paddle, fitness, swimming, walking and hiking, wakeboard and cableski; winter trips to Sierra Nevada with the European Ski School; and term social and cultural activities to Granada, Ronda, Malaga, Jerez and Seville, plus sports competitions and cultural events. Testimonials describe ACS as small with close student–teacher relationships and a family atmosphere.
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Atlas American School of Málaga graduates students with an American High School degree, which can be validated by the Spanish Baccalaureate for access to Spanish universities. Atlas ASM has authorization to offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program. The school offers an annual SAT preparation course and serves as an SAT exam center. It provides counseling and support for university selection and admissions processes, helping students pursue higher education worldwide.	Academic & intellectual The school offers a fully accredited high school program based on the U.S. education system, delivered with a tailor-made approach and classes taught by qualified teachers across subjects. Personal academic advice is offered to all students, national and international, at all ages and levels of study. Students can complete their high school in Marbella and begin their first two years of university there to earn an Associate of Arts degree from Keiser University, after which they can transfer to Keiser or other North American universities to complete a BA, BBA, or BSc.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Arts, Music and Drama are integrated into the school day. Enriching activities such as theatre, music, and painting are fully integrated into the curriculum. The program encourages students to develop their skills, talent and creativity in these disciplines.	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language English is Atlas ASM's official language. The school places great importance on the knowledge of other languages for cultural enrichment and future professional development. The Spanish Language Program offers SSL for non-native speakers and Lengua Castellana y Literatura Española following the LOELO-MLOE system, with lower and upper school groupings and grade-based variation. Beginning in Grade 3, Atlas ASM offers an intensive French language program, with hours per week that increase by grade level and a project-based approach to language learning.	Cultural & language Language & Culture focuses on continuous learning, personal growth, and confidence. Education opens doors for us and develops our reflective critical thinking for an ever-changing world.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Students are assigned to a house to compete in sports and recreational activities. The student life program includes social and charitable events such as a Spring Charity Concert – Together for Humanity, a book fair, and READCESS, as well as Earth Day themed short-story contests. There are soccer tournaments and other athletic events, and social activities such as the Winter Formal and ski trips.	Social & hobbies Social and cultural activities include visits to Granada, Ronda, Malaga, Jerez and Seville, along with sports competitions and cultural and social events. Students can practice sports and activities such as tennis, paddle, fitness, swimming, walking and hiking, wakeboard and cable ski.
Community & service	Community & service Community service is integrated into student life through charity events and school-supported initiatives, such as the Spring Charity Concert for humanitarian causes. These activities foster social responsibility and engagement with the broader community.	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Atlas ASM offers an Entrepreneurship Program for 10th–12th graders. Students form teams to develop real products or startup services, guided by coaches and mentors from the business world. Teams pitch to investors in a shark-tank style final event. The program emphasizes communication, teamwork, problem solving, resilience, public speaking, accountability, creative thinking and empathy.	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Sports and physical education play a central role in wellbeing. Physical education is four hours per week in Lower and Middle School, with high school students able to take sports as electives. The campus features a 7v7 soccer field, two basketball courts, a fitness room and an elementary gym. Preschoolers have a gross motor skills class as part of daily activity.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Sports and activities are available in Marbella including tennis, paddle, fitness, swimming, walking and hiking, wakeboard and cable ski. Winter trips to Sierra Nevada provide downhill skiing, snowboarding and cross-country skiing. The school emphasizes a healthy mind-body balance and offers academic advising and tutoring to support students in managing academics with athletics.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English is the official language of instruction. A Spanish Language Program is offered with Spanish as a Second Language (SSL) and Lengua Castellana y Literatura Española following the LOmLOE curriculum. In Grades G7–G10, seven hours per week are taught (including Spanish Language and History). In Grade 12, courses in Spanish prepare for the PEC-UNED exam, and there is an option to take the AP Course in Spanish Language and Culture. A French Language Program starts in Grade 3, with two hours per week in Grades 3–4, three hours per week in Grades 5–6, and four hours per week in Grades 7–8; High School French classes total four hours per week, and in Grade 11 students can choose between French Ab Initio, French B SL, and French B HL.	Language provision Language provision includes English and Spanish courses.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school's official language is English and it offers Spanish Language Program and French Language Program.	Bilingual teaching The school offers English and Spanish language courses.
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Schedule a school tour to learn more about Atlas ASM. Complete the Online Application at atlas-asm.openapply.com/apply. After reviewing the student's academic history, an interview and placement test will be scheduled to assess academic capabilities. Final admission decisions are communicated by a formal admissions letter; admitted families receive a service provision agreement to sign by the indicated date and a bank deposit is required to finalize enrollment. Notification of admission: Upon notice of admission, you have 15 calendar days to confirm in writing your intention to enroll using the form included in the Notification of Admission; if not confirmed, the space is relinquished. Documents requested: school transcripts for the previous two years and the current year; applicant information; ID/passport copies; one letter of recommendation issued and sent from the admissions platform to the designated teacher, principal, or advisor. Non-native English speakers applying for grades 9–12 must provide results from the Duolingo English Test (DET) with a score of 120 or higher; the DET is computer-based and requires Google Chrome, a self-facing camera, and a microphone; results are available within 48 hours. Instructions to share DET scores appear at englishtest.duolingo.com/sharing. The admission process is conditional on the receipt of final grades for the current academic year. All G7–G11 students studying abroad must bring all original documents certified by the country of origin and with the Hague Apostille.	Admissions University Program admissions: 1. Submit the University Transfer Program application using the University Program Application Form; ensure all required documents are submitted to make the application valid; the academic department will review the submission and contact you to schedule an interview. 2. Provide required documents: Spanish High School Diploma or American High School Diploma or GED (minimum 2.0 GPA); International Baccalaureate (IB) with six subjects; International applicants provide TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo; SAT, ACT, or Wonderlic certificates are required; if you do not hold these qualifications, you may take them at ACS; a placement test may be given before registration to determine English and Mathematics levels, and if needed preparatory courses will be assigned; the Academic Department will interview all future students to determine compatibility with ACS's mission and programs and ACS tailors the pathway to help you access American university study; For Sports Program students, contact the registrar for more information. 3. Admission decisions are communicated by email or letter; if accepted, you will receive a payment instruction to guarantee your place; after payment, official acceptance letters may be issued to support visa processes. High School Program admissions: 1. Fill out the High School Program application; submit required documents; the department will contact you for the interview. 2. Pre-admission: provide original stamped copies of previous reports for evaluation by the United States; required documents: Registration Form; transcript evaluation fee €85; passport copy or DNI/NIE if Spanish. 3. Admission: after transcript evaluation, main registration can begin; all applicants must demonstrate a minimum level of English and Mathematics; a placement test will determine level; preparatory courses may be assigned; the Academic Department will interview all future students; 4. Acceptance: after the Admissions Department has made a decision, you will receive email or letter confirming acceptance; if accepted, you will receive a payment instruction to guarantee your place. 5. Admitted: after deposit is paid, official letters are issued to start visa process.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships >90% of ACS students go to the USA on scholarships.
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