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American Overseas School of Rome

Italy, Rome

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees €13,000 - 28,300
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 620
Type Co-educational
Opened 1947
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages English, French, Italian, Mandarin, Spanish
Typical class size 16
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, STEM
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

American Overseas School of Rome (AOSR) is a non‑denominational, independent, co‑educational Pre‑K–12 school on Via Cassia in a green Rome setting. The curriculum blends an American program with IB Diploma and AP options, preparing students for university worldwide. The school follows three pillars—personalized learning, active engagement, and a future‑ready approach—across a continuum from inquiry‑based Elementary through Middle School to rigorous High School pathways. The IB Diploma Programme has been offered since 1989, complemented by AP courses and strong university guidance, with accreditation by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. The campus spans about 6 acres (2.5 hectares) of green space, featuring 55 classrooms, four science labs, a design lab with 3D printers and laser cutters, and libraries with around 25,000 volumes. Facilities include a gym, amphitheater, performance spaces, outdoor quad, two playgrounds, and multiple sports courts. AOSR serves 59 countries and participates in the DoDEA European League annually.

Via Cassia, 811, 00189 Roma RM, Italy

The Essentials

American Overseas School of Rome has 620 pupils, typical class sizes of 16, instruction in English.

Location
The American Overseas School of Rome is located at Via Cassia, 811, 00189 Roma RM, Rome, Italy. The campus sits in a residential area surrounded by a natural reserve and spans six acres with multiple outdoor learning spaces. Facilities include a large quad, two playgrounds, a soccer field, two outdoor basketball courts, two outdoor volleyball courts, two tennis courts, and an outdoor amphitheater. The campus houses 55 classrooms, an indoor gymnasium, a full-time health clinic, and a large cafeteria with indoor and outdoor dining areas.

Stages
Pre-K (ages 3–5), Elementary School (ages 3–11), Middle School, High School.

Type
Independent, co-educational international school offering Pre-K through 12.

Pupil Nationality Mix
The community includes peers from over 55 nationalities; 30% of families are Italian, and 70% are international.

Additional learning support
English as an Additional Language (EAL) support and Learning Support are available; School Counseling and College Counseling are provided.

Country affiliation
United States; the school offers an American PreK-12 program.

Religious affiliation
Non-denominational.

School day structure
Pre-K typical day runs from 9:00 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., with a morning meeting at 9:00 a.m., a snack at 10:00 a.m., lunch at 12:15 p.m., and a rest period followed by dismissal at 3:15 p.m.

Bus service
AOSR provides a bus service across Rome. Morning pickups range from 7:00 to 8:15 a.m.; afternoon departures include an Early Bus at 3:40 p.m. and a Late Bus at 5:15 p.m. Registration options are Full-Year Service or One-Way; fees are €3,500 for round trip and €2,500 for one-way.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
No uniform is required.

Food Options
Hot lunch options with a rotating weekly menu, à la carte snacks and drinks, and vegetarian meals; allergy-sensitive options; younger students can pre-order; meals are prepared on-site by a professional catering company with Mediterranean staples; indoor and outdoor seating; weekly menus are shared via the Pedevilla portal; cultural food days.

Governance and Ownership
AOSR is a non-profit, independent international school governed by a Board of Trustees. The Board is responsible for the school's strategic direction and financial oversight, does not manage daily operations, and works closely with the Head of School.
Fees

Annual tuition at American Overseas School of Rome ranges from EUR 13,000 to EUR 28,300 for 2026/27.

Application / New‑student fees
- Capital Assessment Fee (one‑time, per new family): € 5,500.
- Registration Fee (one‑time, per new student): € 800.
- Senior (Grade 12) new‑student fee (one‑time): € 1,500.
- The Capital Assessment Fee is non‑refundable, is not prorated by entry date, and is waived for families enrolling only in Pre‑K; returning families re‑enrolling after more than 12 months must pay the Registration Fee.

Annual tuition by year group (amounts per student, EUR)
- Pre‑Kindergarten (Age 3 & 4): € 13,000.
- Kindergarten (Age 5): € 17,500.
- Grades 1–3: € 21,000.
- Grades 4–5: € 21,500.
- Grades 6–8: € 24,200.
- Grades 9–10: € 27,500.
- Grade 11: € 28,000.
- Grade 12: € 28,300.

Per‑term / instalment detail (by year group)
Billing options used by the school include semester billing (semesters are billed and must be paid in full) and an optional 3‑installment plan for tuition and transportation; the 3‑installment plan divides annual tuition and transportation into three equal payments and carries a service charge of € 500 (families with a child(ren) enrolled at AOSR for at least three years are exempt from the € 500 fee).

Semester amounts (equal half of the annual tuition, shown per student):
- Pre‑K: € 6,500 per semester.
- Kindergarten: € 8,750 per semester.
- Grades 1–3: € 10,500 per semester.
- Grades 4–5: € 10,750 per semester.
- Grades 6–8: € 12,100 per semester.
- Grades 9–10: € 13,750 per semester.
- Grade 11: € 14,000 per semester.
- Grade 12: € 14,150 per semester.

Three‑installment plan (three equal payments of the annual tuition, shown per student; a € 500 service charge applies to this plan unless exempted):
- Pre‑K: three payments of approximately € 4,333.33.
- Kindergarten: three payments of approximately € 5,833.33.
- Grades 1–3: three payments of € 7,000.00.
- Grades 4–5: three payments of approximately € 7,166.67.
- Grades 6–8: three payments of approximately € 8,066.67.
- Grades 9–10: three payments of approximately € 9,166.67.
- Grade 11: three payments of approximately € 9,333.33.
- Grade 12: three payments of approximately € 9,433.33.

Optional / other fees and regular ancillary charges
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Program fee (charged to IB candidates, per year): € 1,500.
- Advanced Placement (AP) exam fee (per exam): € 150.
- Bus service (optional): Round trip € 3,500; One way € 2,500. Partial use of the bus service is not allowed; routes and seats are managed by the Bus Coordinator. Lunch is not included in tuition for Grades 4–12 and is paid directly to the caterer; lunch is included for Pre‑K through Grade 3. After‑school activity fees and exam fees are additional.
- The instalment plan does not apply to the Registration and Capital Assessment Fees, nor to IB, AP, or After School Activity fees.
- The school does not require a uniform.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Invoices for returning students are issued in April/May and are payable on or before the due date(s) shown on the invoice. Semesters are expected to be paid in full on the dates indicated on the invoice.
- Late payment policy: a penalty charge of 1% per month applies to outstanding balances after 30 days; parents/legal guardians remain liable for any outstanding balances and associated late charges. Bank handling charges must be borne by the remitter.
- Late re‑enrollment: returning students re‑registering after 5 March may be charged a late re‑registration fee of € 150 per student.
- For students entering mid‑year: if a student enters in the second semester, 50% of the tuition fees plus all other fees and charges are payable. Semesters are not prorated.

Refund and withdrawal terms
- No reimbursement is made for a current semester because of a student's absences, withdrawal, suspension, or expulsion; semesters are paid in full and are not prorated.
- If a student withdraws before the beginning of school, a 90% refund of tuition will be made.
- If a student cannot attend the second semester and the school is notified by November 30, AOSR will reimburse 50% of the annual tuition. Notifications should be sent to the school's designated leaving contact. Official transcripts and records are released only after all financial obligations have been met.

Payment methods and practical payment details
- Acceptable payment methods include checks (Euros or U.S. dollars), wire transfers (Euros or U.S. dollars), and cash up to € 5,000 in compliance with Italian law; bank charges are the payer's responsibility. For wire transfers, include the Family Code and the student's last name on the transfer and send a copy of the payment receipt to the school cashier.
- Credit and debit card payments are handled via third‑party payment processors used by the school; specific card acceptance and any processing fees are managed through those processors.

Boarding / residential provision
- The school operates as a day school; boarding or room‑and‑board services are not applicable.

Other important financial notes
- The instalment plan carries a € 500 service charge unless a family qualifies for the exemption. Families remain responsible for all charges until paid in full; the school reserves the right to deny classroom attendance or re‑enrollment for unpaid invoices. Official payment details (bank account and invoice references) and the billing office email address are provided on invoices; parents/legal guardians are responsible for ensuring third‑party payers meet AOSR payment terms.
Academics

American Overseas School of Rome teaches IB (DP), Advanced Placement (AP) for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The school teaches an international curriculum guided by three pillars: personalized learning, active engagement, and a future-ready approach. The Elementary program uses inquiry-based learning to foster curiosity and foundational skills, while Middle School develops independence and critical thinking, and High School offers rigorous pathways to university. The High School provides International Baccalaureate (IB) and Advanced Placement (AP) programs to support college readiness.

Student Teacher Ratio
Elementary class sizes average 15 students per class from Pre-K through Grade 5, with two sections per grade level.

Higher Education Progression
The school has graduates who attend Università Bocconi, University of Hong Kong, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, King's College London, University of Cambridge, and Yale University.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school has a Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) program that helps students build empathy, resilience, and interpersonal skills.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The Learning Support Department assists students who qualify for the program and need additional academic support.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The EAL program supports non-native English speakers through personalized instruction and collaborative learning.

Mental Wellbeing
AOSR provides emotional and academic guidance through trained counselors.

Safeguarding
The Policies page includes a Whistleblowing Directive (English Version), along with AOSR Photo and Video Policy and Video Surveillance Policy.
Parent Experience

History
Established in 1947. AOSR is an independent, non-denominational, non-profit coed community with students from 59 countries. It offers AP and IB programs, with the IB Diploma Programme available since 1989. It is fully accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and was the first international school in Rome to receive MSA's International Credential. The campus sits on Via Cassia and features facilities for 21st-century learning, including design spaces, science labs, and libraries.

Community
The AOSR community includes more than 55 nationalities, with equal representation of American, international, and Italian families. Cultural traditions from near and far are shared, explored, and celebrated in classrooms and during events like the United Nations Concert, Mayfair, and International Language Day. The environment is warm and welcoming, with strong faculty commitment and a multicultural setting. The alumni network stays connected worldwide, reflecting the community's lasting impact.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The PTO is the heart of the AOSR community and the only active PTO among international schools in Rome. It brings people together through events such as Oktoberfest, the New Families BBQ, and Mayfair. Everyone is a member and there is no fee to join. The PTO plans and facilitates events, supports school-wide activities, funds projects through grants, and supports student group fundraising, including on-campus volunteering. Examples of activities include Popcorn Wednesday, Booster Bar, staff appreciation, seasonal celebrations, and Falcon Gear (spiritwear).
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The campus occupies 2.5 hectares (roughly 6 acres) on Via Cassia, in a natural reserve, and includes an American-style gymnasium. Six acres of green space support outdoor learning and play, with a large outdoor quad, two playgrounds, one soccer field, two outdoor basketball courts, two outdoor volleyball courts, and two tennis courts. Two new buildings are part of the Piano Casa master plan—the Middle School Commons and the Performance Center—along with a renovated amphitheater and updated libraries, with completion planned for 2027. The campus houses 55 classrooms, each equipped with a projector and LCD panel and/or touch-screen TV, four middle/high school science labs, and libraries with about 25,000 volumes. Advanced technology spaces include a design lab with two 3D printers and laser cutters and a newly built computer lab for programming, coding, and graphic design; the campus also features a high-speed wireless network, a health clinic with a full-time nurse, an indoor coffee/snack bar, and a large cafeteria with indoor and outdoor seating.

Sports Facilities
Outdoor sports facilities include one soccer field, two outdoor basketball courts, two outdoor volleyball courts, and two tennis courts. The campus also features an indoor American-style gymnasium suitable for basketball and other indoor activities. Outdoor spaces include a large quad and an outdoor amphitheater used for events and recreation. AOSR supports competitive varsity athletics, with teams participating in the DoDEA European League.

Academic Facilities
55 classrooms, each equipped with a projector and LCD panel and/or touch-screen TV. There are four science labs for middle and high school. A design lab with two 3D printers, laser cutters, and advanced design tools supports project-based learning, along with a newly built computer lab for high-level programming, coding, and graphic design. The elementary and secondary libraries have about 25,000 volumes, and a high-speed wireless network supports learning across campus.

Extra Curricular Facilities
After School Activities offer a world of opportunities outside the classroom, with programs ranging from sports to arts and music and quarterly additions. Clubs and Organizations include National Honor Society, Student Council, Global Issues Network, Model United Nations, Habitat for Humanity, Robotics Club, Engineering Workshop, and language honor societies such as French, Italian, and Spanish. The Arts Program includes Band, Performing Arts, IB Film, Visual Arts, and Choir, with performance spaces such as The Black Box Theatre, The Performance Center, Outdoor Amphitheater, and the AOSR Gymnasium. Extracurriculars also encompass a wide range of productions, concerts, and community showcases supported by campus facilities.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
AOSR offers clubs such as the STEMEC Club, Junk Kouture, and Model United Nations that deepen academic interests and develop critical thinking and collaboration. Students have opportunities to pursue leadership within clubs through Student Councils and Honor Societies, gaining decision-making experience and problem-solving skills. The clubs support intellectual curiosity and provide experiences beyond the classroom, preparing students for higher education. These activities complement academic coursework by applying knowledge to real-world challenges.

Arts & Creative
The Arts Program offers Band, Performing Arts, IB Film, Visual Arts, and Choir, providing diverse outlets for creative expression. Students perform in school concerts and major productions, building confidence and teamwork. The program uses spaces including The Black Box Theatre, The Performance Center, the Hillside outdoor amphitheatre, and the gymnasium to stage events. Annual exhibitions and performances showcase student talent and creativity.

Cultural & Language
AOSR is a global community with students from 59 countries, fostering cultural exchange and language exposure. Italian and international perspectives are reflected in the school's composition, including 30% Italian families and 70% international families. The school's multilingual environment is complemented by opportunities to engage with global cultures through clubs, events, and visiting performances. This cosmopolitan setting enhances language awareness and cross-cultural communication.

Social & Hobbies
AOSR offers a broad range of After School Activities and clubs that cater to diverse interests, from academics and the arts to service and leadership. A Club Fair each year introduces students to options, and faculty advisors guide sign-ups to help students pursue passions and build friendships. Clubs emphasize collaboration, community, and personal enjoyment beyond academics. Students can connect with peers through shared interests and social activities.

Community & Service
Clubs and initiatives include community service projects and environmental advocacy, enabling students to contribute to the school and wider community. Participation in service activities helps students develop social responsibility and empathy while applying leadership skills. Students collaborate on service projects, fundraising, and outreach events that benefit local and international communities. These experiences complement classroom learning with real-world impact.

Leadership & Professional
Student Councils and Honor Societies provide structured leadership opportunities where students lead initiatives, organize events, and develop communication and teamwork skills. Clubs foster project management, problem solving, and collaboration, building professional competencies for university and career preparation. Leadership experiences are integrated through service, student governance, and project-based activities. AOSR supports students in cultivating professional skills alongside academics.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Athletics offers year-round, school-wide opportunities that promote physical fitness, teamwork, and sportsmanship. ES to HS programs provide activities such as flag football, swimming, tennis, cross country, basketball, volleyball, and more, with facilities to support competition and training. After-school activities emphasize well-being, discipline, and personal growth through sport and movement. AOSR's vibrant campus life supports mental and physical well-being through active engagement.
Languages

Language Provision
English is a core subject and English Language Arts is taught as part of the curriculum. Italian is taught as a core subject starting in Grade 1. An English as an Additional Language (EAL) program supports non-native English speakers. World Languages allows study of up to two languages, with Italian encouraged and options to study Spanish or French; AP courses in Spanish and French are available.

Bilingual Teaching
AOSR offers a bilingual education with English as a language of instruction and Italian as a second language. A third language is added starting in middle school. Italian language classes begin in Grade 1, and AP courses in Spanish and French are available.
Reputation

Accreditations
The school is fully accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and was the first international school to be awarded MSA's International Credential.
The school is a member of CIS, ECIS, and RISA, and holds additional affiliations with MAIS, ELMLE, and AAIE.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Registration of Interest via OpenApply: Tell us a little about your family. After you submit, an acknowledgment of receipt is sent by the Admissions Team. The Admissions Team then contacts you to schedule a virtual or in-person meeting with the Admissions Officer. You may also reserve a spot at an Open Day to learn more about AOSR.

2. Reserve Your Spot at One of Our Open Days: Learn more about AOSR by reserving a spot for an Open Day. Attending an Open Day helps families understand the school's programs and community. After reserving, the Admissions Team can coordinate a meeting as part of the process.

3. Schedule a Meeting: Following the Registration of Interest, the Admissions Team will set up a virtual or in-person meeting with the Admissions Officer. The meeting provides an opportunity to ask questions and discuss relocation timelines and school fit. This step helps tailor the subsequent application steps.

4. Complete the Application Form: After meeting with the Admissions Team, you receive the Application Form link to complete via OpenApply. The form requests the documentation needed to begin the internal review process. Submissions are accepted only through OpenApply, not by email.

5. Review Process: After you submit all required documents, the Admissions Team assesses your child(ren)'s application. You will be notified of the decision with an official admissions letter.

6. Explore AOSR and Complete Enrollment: After meeting, you can explore AOSR from anywhere with a virtual tour; a campus tour can be arranged as appropriate. Once the application process is complete and you have spoken with the Admissions Team, you will receive the next steps to finalize enrollment.

Scholarships
AOSR offers Scholarships and Financial Aid funded by donations. American Overseas School of Rome, Inc. is a nonprofit organization (501(c)(3)); donations are tax-deductible and support the scholarships and financial aid program. The financial aid policy provides that aid is allocated to reduce tuition fees for families who meet eligibility criteria and submit a complete application; decisions are made by a committee consisting of the Head of School and the Administration. Applications for financial aid are accepted throughout the school year to assist families facing unforeseen financial difficulties, and a cover letter detailing the circumstances must accompany the application. Incomplete applications are not considered; for applications submitted before April 30, a confidential decision is communicated by May 20.

Waitlist
AOSR may maintain a waiting list when a grade level reaches capacity during the application period. The waiting list helps balance class sizes and manage admissions fairly. While every applicant is considered, space cannot be guaranteed until openings are available.
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