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American Curriculum International Schools in Lebanon

Compare 20 American Curriculum international schools in Lebanon. Filter by curriculum, fees (average LBP 482,482,292), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
20
Curricula
12
Average annual fee
LBP 482,482,292
Fee range
LBP 2,520 – 1,888,011,486
More school facts
Most common curriculum
American Curriculum (20 schools)
Average school size
1,865 pupils
Largest by enrolment
International College Beirut
Oldest
The International School of Choueifat (SABIS) (1886)
With boarding
1
About international schools in Lebanon

American-curriculum international schools in Lebanon generally teach in English and follow US-style grade structures and standards (many adapt AERO or American high-school frameworks), while commonly offering options such as an American high-school diploma and, in some schools, Advanced Placement or parallel IB/Lebanese tracks. Arabic language study is normally compulsory and French is commonly taught as a second or third language, reflecting Lebanon’s multilingual environment. Annual fees vary widely across the sector and are often published in Lebanese pounds but billed or linked to US dollars; families should expect anything from lower-fee local international options up to significantly higher annual charges at premium schools. The academic year typically begins in September and admissions operate both on a main annual cycle plus rolling or vacancy-based intakes; overseas applicants should be ready with certified transcripts and early enquiries because places at popular year groups can fill quickly.

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10 international schools in Beirut

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3 international schools in Jounieh

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2 international schools in Aley

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2 international schools in Saida

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1 international school in Baabda

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1 international school in Tripoli

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1 international school in Choueifat

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FAQs for Lebanon

How does an American curriculum in Lebanon differ from IB or the Lebanese Baccalaureate?
An American curriculum uses US grade levels and often follows AERO or US college-preparatory standards leading to an American high-school diploma, sometimes with AP courses; schools may run this alongside IB or the Lebanese Baccalaureate rather than as a single unified system. Parents should check whether a school’s American programme is a full diploma pathway, offers APs for university credit, or is paired with IB/Lebanese options for senior years.
What languages are used and will my child still learn Arabic and French?
Instruction in American-curriculum schools is typically in English, but Arabic is generally required and French is commonly offered from the early grades because of the country’s linguistic context. The level and scheduling of Arabic and French lessons vary by school, so confirm whether Arabic is treated as a language subject, as mother-tongue provision, or integrated in social-studies streams.
What do fees usually look like and how are they billed?
Fees in Lebanon’s international-school sector vary widely and are often presented in Lebanese pounds while being billed or pegged to US dollars; published fee grids and sample guides show anything from modest annual tuition at lower-cost schools to much higher sums at larger international campuses. Some schools apply ancillary or USD surcharges for payments made in LBP, so check the current fee schedule and the school’s currency/payment policy before you commit.
When should I apply and are there specific admissions deadlines?
Most schools follow an annual admissions cycle aligned with a September start but also accept applications year-round for vacancies; admissions calendars and deadlines vary by school and by year group. For relocating families it is practical to begin enquiries several months before arrival, to assemble certified transcripts and any required paperwork, and to ask the admissions office about waiting lists and rolling intake options.
What diploma will my child receive and is it recognised by universities?
Students who complete an American high-school programme typically receive an American high-school diploma; some schools also offer AP courses or dual pathways (IB or Lebanese Baccalaureate) that can affect university admissions. Recognition depends on the credential: US diplomas and AP/IB qualifications are widely accepted for international university entry, while specific Lebanese or national requirements may apply for local university systems, so check the school’s guidance on university placement.