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Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Elementary, Middle School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction
American International School Dhaka (AISD) provides a truly international education for ages 3–18, with IB Primary Years Programme, IB Diploma Programme, and an American Diploma pathway. Instruction is in English, with English as an Additional Language support as needed. Students progress through three high school pathways: High School Diploma, HSD with IBDP courses, or full IBDP; the IB Diploma requires six subjects, ToK, and the Extended Essay, with a minimum of 24 points. All graduating students complete Service Learning, and those not taking the EE complete a Senior Project. The 4.5-acre Baridhara campus houses 60 modern classrooms, two libraries, a state-of-the-art performing arts center, art and music facilities, and a range of science labs. Facilities include a 25-meter heated pool, two gymnasiums, two tennis courts, an outdoor field, and a fitness center. Signature programs include Discovery Week and InResidence@AISD residencies, which connect classroom learning with real-world experiences and intercultural engagement globally.
American International School Dhaka has 449 pupils, instruction in English.
Location
AISD is situated on a 4.5-acre site within the Baridhara Diplomatic Zone of Dhaka. The campus is at 12 United Nations Road, Dhaka 1212, Bangladesh. The Baridhara Diplomatic Zone is a designated diplomatic area in Dhaka. Transportation is provided by a bus service for students living within the Diplomatic Zone, including Baridara, Gulshan, and Banani.
Stages
Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12
Type
international school
Pupil Nationality Mix
Over 48 nationalities are represented in the student body; 470+ students are enrolled.
Additional learning support
The AISD Student Support Team provides a Learning Support Program and EAL (English as an Additional Language) program to support students with identified learning needs; the team includes a psychologist, speech and language consultant, language learning specialists, learning support specialists, counselors, and administrators.
Bus service
AISD provides a convenient and safe bus transportation option for students residing within the Diplomatic Zone, including Baridara, Gulshan, and Banani. Upon enrollment, the admission team and transport department determine transportation needs. The service is included with tuition and includes a late bus option.
Fees
Annual tuition at American International School Dhaka ranges from BDT 350 to BDT 38,700 for 2026/27.
Application and Enrollment Fees
- Application fee (new applicants): US$ 350 (non‑refundable), due with the application. - Acceptance / Seat deposit (new students): US$ 3,000, due within 10 days of invoice or before the student begins classes, whichever is earlier; this deposit is non‑refundable and is credited against the first invoice. - Re‑enrolment deposit (continuing students): US$ 2,000 to reserve a seat for the upcoming year; this amount is credited to the first invoice and must be paid by the stated deadline. The re‑enrolment deposit is refundable only if the Admissions Office receives written notification by the specified refund deadline.
Annual Tuition — School Year 2026–27 (annual and semester/installment breakdowns)
- Pre‑K3 – Pre‑K4: Annual tuition US$ 17,500. If using the two‑installment plan the first installment is US$ 8,750 plus a US$ 1,200 service charge (total first installment US$ 9,950); second installment US$ 8,750. Option to pay full year by the deadline is available. - KG – Grade 5: Annual tuition US$ 32,300. Installment option: 1st installment US$ 16,150 + US$ 1,200 service charge (total first installment US$ 17,350); 2nd installment US$ 16,150. - Grades 6 – 8: Annual tuition US$ 35,300. Installment option: 1st installment US$ 17,650 + US$ 1,200 service charge (total first installment US$ 18,850); 2nd installment US$ 17,650. - Grades 9 – 12: Annual tuition US$ 38,700. Installment option: 1st installment US$ 19,350 + US$ 1,200 service charge (total first installment US$ 20,550); 2nd installment US$ 19,350.
Capital / Registration Fee (new students)
- Total new‑student Capital Fee: US$ 17,500 (non‑refundable). The Capital Fee may be paid in staged amounts for Pre‑K entrants according to the entry point: - Students entering in Pre‑K3: payments of US$ 4,000 (Pre‑K3), US$ 6,500 (Pre‑K4), and US$ 7,000 (KG–12) totaling US$ 17,500. - Students entering in Pre‑K4: payments of US$ 6,500 (Pre‑K4) and US$ 11,000 (KG–12) totaling US$ 17,500. - Students entering in KG–12: single payment of US$ 17,500. All Capital Fee installments must be fully settled before a new student begins classes.
Other recurring or one‑off fees and common additional costs
- Annual Development Fee: US$ 1,000 (non‑refundable) payable as part of the first invoice; applicable to Grades 1–12. - Installment service charge (when selecting the two‑installment plan): US$ 1,200 charged with the first installment. - International wire transfer bank charge: US$ 50 per transfer (added to wire payments). - Late payment fee: US$ 200 charged for each 15‑day period of delay after a due date; unpaid late fees block acceptance of further payments until cleared. - Optional activities and travel‑based trips (Model UN, sports, overseas trips, etc.) are invoiced separately in advance and must be paid in full in US dollars prior to participation. Estimated costs are provided when events are offered. - Campus ID cards and cafeteria: campus card required for purchases; funds are loaded to the card and are non‑withdrawable except at withdrawal from the school. Cafeteria purchases and card top‑ups are managed through the Business Office; online top‑up by debit/credit card is available for campus card balances. - Transportation: Complimentary bus service is provided for specified local neighbourhoods (Baridhara, Gulshan, Banani); extended transport may be provided at the administration's discretion. Transportation arrangements do not automatically reduce fees if families choose not to use the service. Optional extended transport and other route coverage (if charged) are handled separately. - Lost or damaged books and school‑owned technology: families are responsible for full replacement cost; report cards and transcripts will not be released until replacement invoices are paid.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Payment currency and invoicing: All school invoices are issued in US dollars. Cash is not accepted for school fees. Accepted payment instruments for school fee invoices are cheque, international wire transfer, or pay order payable to "American International School Dhaka." BDT payments are allowed only with prior written approval from the Business Office and are converted at the school's monthly rate (with provisions for recomputing in case of significant currency devaluation). - Full‑year payment (Option 1): Full tuition is due by June 30 of the invoiced year. - Two‑installment payment (Option 2): First installment (50% of annual tuition) plus the US$ 1,200 service charge due by June 30; second installment (remaining 50%) due by November 1. Students may not attend second‑semester classes until second‑semester fees are settled. - For new students, first invoice will include Tuition + Capital Fee + Service Charge (if applicable) minus the seat deposit; payment of the required components must meet the new‑student timelines specified. For continuing students, the first invoice includes Tuition + Development Fee + Service Charge (if applicable) minus the re‑enrolment deposit.
Refund and withdrawal terms
- Written notice requirement: A withdrawal notice must be sent in writing to the Admissions Office and the relevant Principal at least 14 calendar days before the withdrawal date; the school will issue a Withdrawal Form and will not release records until the form is completed and all fees and dues are settled. Campus ID cards must be returned on the final day; any remaining card balance will be refunded then. - Refund outcomes by withdrawal date (continuing students): - By April 30: re‑enrolment deposit refunded in full. - By June 30: tuition refunded in full; re‑enrolment deposit is forfeited for continuing students. - After June 30 but before the first day of school: 80% of tuition refunded. - First day of school through October 31: second‑semester tuition refunded (that is, first‑semester tuition retained). - After November 1: no refund. - New students who withdraw after fee settlement but before the first day of school: tuition refunded in full less the seat deposit. No portion of Capital/Registration Fees, Service Charges, or the Annual Development Fee is refundable in any withdrawal scenario. Refunds are made to the original payer in the original currency and up to the amount paid; the Board reserves the right to withhold refunds in an emergency. Virtual school days are treated as school days for refund purposes (no reduction).
Boarding
- Boarding is not applicable; fees for residential boarding are not included or listed. The school operates as a day school for Pre‑K through Grade 12.
Fee payment options and operational notes
- Accepted payment methods for school fee invoices: cheque, international wire transfer, or pay order payable to "American International School Dhaka." International wire transfers require an additional US$ 50 for bank charges. BDT payments are permitted only with prior written approval from the Business Office and are converted at the school's stated monthly rate. Cash is not accepted for school fee invoices. - Campus card top‑ups (cafeteria and on‑campus purchases) can be made at the Business Office or online using debit/credit card; campus card balances are non‑withdrawable except at withdrawal from the school.
If you require these figures presented exactly as line items for an external database (labels and numeric fields only), use of the Annual Tuition and Installment figures above will allow direct data entry; the amounts and deadlines above reflect the School Year 2026–27 fee schedule.
Academics
American International School Dhaka teaches IB (PYP), IB (DP), American Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
AISD follows IB (PYP and DP) and American Diploma curriculums. The IB Diploma Programme is offered for Grades 11–12, and AISD also offers the AISD High School Diploma as a graduation option. There are three high school pathways: High School Diploma (HSD); HSD + International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) courses; or IBDP. The IB Diploma Programme requires six subjects across groups, plus Theory of Knowledge (ToK) and the Extended Essay; a minimum of 24 points earns the IB Diploma. English is the medium of instruction, with English as an Additional Language support available as needed. Service Learning is compulsory for all graduating AISD students; students not participating in the IB Extended Essay must complete a Senior Project.
Student Teacher Ratio
435 students are enrolled and 76 faculty members are on staff, giving an approximate student-to-faculty ratio of 5.7 to 1.
Exam Results
The Class of 2025 had a 100% graduation rate. The IB Diploma Programme is the basis of study for the final two years; students on the IBDP Pathway must earn a minimum of 24 points to be awarded the Diploma. AISD reports IB Diploma results and monitors predicted and actual IB scores to inform teaching and learning and external reporting.
Higher Education Progression
AISD states that its high school curriculum enables students to pursue higher education in the United States, Canada and elsewhere around the world. The High School Profile for the Class of 2025 shows 306 total college applications and 160 acceptances, with acceptances to universities across the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Europe, Australia and the Republic of Korea. The profile lists numerous U.S. universities to which AISD graduates have been accepted, illustrating a broad range of U.S. matriculation.
Admissions
Admissions
Step One: Submitting an Application. Submit an online Application Form and upload all required documents. All records must be in English; translations must be verified by an official translator; parents may not translate records. A completed online application includes a language survey, confidential teacher recommendations sent directly from the current school, health information, immunization records, transcripts for the past three years, standardized test scores, passport and visa copies for the student and both parents, any evaluations, and any documents AISD requests. There is a one-time application processing fee of US$350, payable online or in Dhaka; online payments incur a 3.99% processing fee; submitting an online application does not guarantee admission. Step Two: Placement Assessments. All students from Pre-K3 to Grade 10 complete placement testing. For Pre-K3 and PreK4, on-campus individual screening sessions are required. For KG–Grade 5: virtual MAP testing plus a writing sample, followed by an interview. For Grade 6–Grade 10: virtual MAP testing plus a writing sample, followed by an interview. Step Three: Application Review. After placement tests, the complete file is reviewed by the admissions team for a final decision. Parents are notified of the decision by email. A confirmation of receipt email is sent within three working days after submission of the online application and fee. The working week in Bangladesh is Sunday to Thursday.
Scholarships
AISD does not offer any scholarships at this time.
Waitlist
AISD does not guarantee seats. Only children of U.S. Government direct hire employees are guaranteed seats provided they meet admissions criteria. Prospective families initiate the process by submitting an online application and paying the US$350 processing fee; the file is added to a pool of candidates. If a seat becomes available, placement screening is conducted and the Admissions Review Committee makes a final decision. The process may take several weeks.
FAQs
What curriculum does American International School Dhaka follow?
AISD follows IB (PYP and DP) and American Diploma curriculums. The IB Diploma Programme is offered for Grades 11–12, and AISD also offers the AISD High School Diploma as a graduation option. There are three high school pathways: High School Diploma (HSD); HSD + International Baccalaureate Diploma Pr
What age range does American International School Dhaka serve?
American International School Dhaka serves students from age 3 to 18.
What are the tuition fees?
Annual fees range from approximately 350 to 38700.
How many students attend American International School Dhaka?
Approximately 449 students.
Where is American International School Dhaka located?
AISD is situated on a 4.5-acre site within the Baridhara Diplomatic Zone of Dhaka. The campus is at 12 United Nations Road, Dhaka 1212, Bangladesh. The Baridhara Diplomatic Zone is a designated diplomatic area in Dhaka. Transportation is provided by
Does American International School Dhaka have a religious affiliation?
No published religious affiliation was found for American International School Dhaka.
Does American International School Dhaka offer learning support?
The AISD Student Support Team provides a Learning Support Program and EAL (English as an Additional Language) program to support students with identified learning needs; the team includes a psychologist, speech and language consultant, language learning specialists, learning support specialists, cou
What languages are used for instruction?
English is the medium of instruction. The English as an Additional Language (EAL) program supports English language acquisition across content areas, while maintaining home languages. In the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, language offerings include Spanish Ab Initio and French Ab Ini
What is the admissions process?
Before you begin the application process, email aisdadmission@aisdhaka.org with the child's date of birth, previous school, and expected arrival date to determine if places are available in the grade. Step One: Submitting an Application. Submit an online Application Form and upload all required docu
What facilities does American International School Dhaka have?
AISD is situated on a 4.5-acre site within the Baridhara Diplomatic Zone of Dhaka. The facilities include an outdoor field, two gymnasiums, a 25-meter heated swimming pool, a tennis court, playgrounds, and a fitness center, in addition to classroom and study spaces. All indoor instructional spaces a
What extracurricular activities are available?
Arts are offered through the Co-Curricular program. The arts transform ideas into expressive works and stimulate thinking, imagination, senses, and feelings. The arts are powerful forms of expression that recognize, value, and contribute to AISD's local and international cultural character. Through
Who leads American International School Dhaka?
The school is led by John Smithies.
When was American International School Dhaka established?
American International School Dhaka was established in 1972.
Is American International School Dhaka accredited?
The school is accredited by the Council for International Schools (CIS) and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). It hosts students from over forty countries and its programs and facilities are guided by the principles of an American education system. The school emphasizes int
What are the university pathways?
AISD states that its high school curriculum enables students to pursue higher education in the United States, Canada and elsewhere around the world. The High School Profile for the Class of 2025 shows 306 total college applications and 160 acceptances, with acceptances to universities across the Uni
