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American School of Tangier

Morocco, Tangier

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees MAD 121,550 - 158,000
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 505
Type Co-educational
Opened 1950
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages Arabic, French
Strengths Sport, STEM, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

American School of Tangier (AST) is a non-profit school governed by a Board of Trustees. It delivers American curriculum with Advanced Placement courses to students ages 3 to 18 and operates with direct and indirect support from the U.S. State Department, along with partner campuses in Marrakesh and Ben Guerir. The PK–12 program is knowledge-rich and balanced, prioritizing English, Arabic, Mathematics, Science, and History, while also fostering Music, Art, Physical Education and French. AST pursues authentic learning within a liberal arts framework that integrates STEAM across disciplines. The 15-acre campus sits opposite the Spanish Consulate, with an additional 20 coastal acres at Cherfian Rocks, blending historic and modern facilities. USAID-ASHA projects added a 12‑classroom wing and a Maker Space, upgraded the field, water drainage, solar power and heating. The library houses more than 9,000 volumes. Extracurriculars include ASAs and clubs in Arts, Culture/Language and Community Service, and MASAC athletic participation.

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The Essentials

American School of Tangier has 505 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
The school is located at 149, Rue Christophe Colomb, Tangier, 90000, Morocco. It sits in the Iberia neighborhood, across from the Spanish Consulate. Tangier is in the north of Morocco on the coast where the Mediterranean and Atlantic waters converge. The campus covers 15 acres.

Stages
PK-12 program, with four levels: Early Childhood, Elementary School, Middle School, and High School.

Type
The school is a non-profit organization overseen by a Board of Trustees. It is an Assisted Overseas School (AOS) with direct and indirect support from the US State Department to promote its American-style program, and has partner schools in Marrakesh (ASM) and Ben Guerir (ASB).

Country affiliation
United States
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at American School of Tangier ranges from MAD 121,550 to MAD 158,000 for 2026/27.

Tuition fees by grade (Annual) — Academic year 2025–2026
- PK3, PK4 & KG5: MAD 87,050.
- Grades 1–5: MAD 97,000.
- Grades 6–8: MAD 103,000.
- Grades 9–12: MAD 122,000.

Corporate (sponsored) tuition rates (Annual)
- PK3, PK4 & KG5 (Corporate): MAD 88,500.
- Grades 1–5 (Corporate): MAD 135,900.
- Grades 6–8 (Corporate): MAD 154,400.
- Grades 9–12 (Corporate): MAD 168,650.

Application, registration and recurring fees
- Application Fee (one-time, non‑refundable): MAD 1,000.
- Registration Fee (new students, one‑time): MAD 30,000.
- Facility Fee (all students, annual): MAD 2,500.
- Material Fee (KG–Grade 12, annual): MAD 2,500.
- Material Fee (PK‑3 and PK‑4, annual): MAD 1,000.
- Re‑enrollment down payment (per child): MAD 2,500 (refundable until July 1, 2025, per the 2025–26 schedule).
- Multi‑child family discount: 15% discount on tuition for the third child and each subsequent child in the same family.

Tuition billing schedule and installment amounts (2025–2026)
Payment options and deadlines are set for the academic year as follows. The annual tuition amounts above are divided by the payment option chosen.

- Option 1 — Single payment:
- Pay 100% of annual tuition before August 15, 2025.

- Option 2 — Two equal installments (50/50):
- 50% due before August 15, 2025; 50% due by December 4, 2025. Example installment amounts (50%):
- PK3–KG5: MAD 43,525 per installment.
- Grades 1–5: MAD 48,500 per installment.
- Grades 6–8: MAD 51,500 per installment.
- Grades 9–12: MAD 61,000 per installment.

- Option 3 — Three equal installments (1/3 each):
- 1/3 due before August 15, 2025; 1/3 due by December 4, 2025; final 1/3 due by March 15, 2026. Approximate installment amounts (one‑third):
- PK3–KG5: MAD 29,016.67 per installment.
- Grades 1–5: MAD 32,333.33 per installment.
- Grades 6–8: MAD 34,333.33 per installment.
- Grades 9–12: MAD 40,666.67 per installment.

- Option 4 — Ten monthly payments:
- Ten equal monthly payments starting August 15, 2025 and completed by the end of May 2026 under a signed and notarized payment plan. Monthly amounts (10 payments):
- PK3–KG5: MAD 8,705 per month.
- Grades 1–5: MAD 9,700 per month.
- Grades 6–8: MAD 10,300 per month.
- Grades 9–12: MAD 12,200 per month.

Payment terms and collection actions
- Accepted means of payment: bank deposit (Bank of Africa — deposit slip presented to the Business Office for receipt), checks payable to THE AMERICAN SCHOOL OF TANGIER, and payment by bank card (TPE).
- Collection remedies for past‑due accounts include withholding of records, withholding of diplomas, and refusal to allow a student to continue attending classes until bills are settled.

Boarding and boarding fees
- The school operates as a day school; no boarding fees are indicated for AST.

Other costs and typical additional charges
- Facility and material fees are charged annually as stated above (Facility Fee: MAD 2,500; Material Fee: MAD 2,500 for KG–G12; MAD 1,000 for PK).
- Graduation or year‑end charges, extracurricular program fees, transport or lunch fees, uniform costs, external exam fees (e.g., Advanced Placement/IB/other exam fees), and special trip fees may apply in addition to the items listed above; families should budget for occasional or program‑specific charges beyond tuition and the listed mandatory fees.

Refund information
- Tuition is not refunded for suspension, expulsion, or mandated or voluntary withdrawal related to disciplinary reasons. Partial refunds may be awarded when a withdrawal is clearly due to reasons beyond the parents' control. Fees related to a started quarter will not be refunded.

Notes on invoicing and deadlines
- The schedule above specifies exact due‑dates tied to the 2025–2026 academic calendar (e.g., August 15, 2025; December 4, 2025; March 15, 2026); payment plans reference those dates and replacement deadlines for that school year.

If you require these figures presented in a different currency or formatted specifically for your database, use the numbers above as the official fee amounts in Moroccan dirhams (MAD).
Academics

American School of Tangier teaches American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP) for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
PK-12 program is knowledge-rich and balanced, with emphasis on English, Arabic, Mathematics, Science, and History, and attention to Music, Art, Physical Education, and French. AST embraces authentic learning in liberal arts through STEAM.

Student Teacher Ratio
Enrollment: 503 students (PK–12) with 50 faculty; approximately 10:1 student–teacher ratio.

Higher Education Progression
AP courses are offered, including the AP Capstone Program (AP Seminar and AP Research). The school uses American content standards including Common Core in mathematics and English language arts, and Next Generation Science Standards; French begins as an additional language in grade 6 and Arabic is required for Moroccan students. Graduation and university acceptance data show graduates admitted to universities worldwide, including American universities (examples: Boston University, Northeastern University, University of Michigan, Tulane University, among others). The school is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.

Gifted and Talented
AP Capstone Program is available, including AP Seminar and AP Research, alongside AP coursework across subjects.
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Complete and submit the AST Online Application Form with accurate information. 2. Ensure all required documents are included. 3. The Admissions Office reviews the submission as part of the admissions process. 4. This initial step begins the journey toward a decision. 5. Selected families will be invited for an interview with the admissions team to discuss expectations, school philosophy, and the applicant's potential fit at AST. 6. The interview provides an opportunity to learn more about the applicant and family goals. 7. The admissions team uses the interview to assess fit with AST's program. 8. Interviews are an essential step before a decision is made. 9. Applicants will undergo an academic evaluation to assess their skills, readiness, and suitability for AST's curriculum. 10. The evaluation informs the admissions decision by examining academic preparation. 11. The results contribute to a comprehensive view of the applicant's potential. 12. The admissions team carefully reviews the application, assessment results, and interview insights before making a final decision. 13. All components are considered in the final decision. 14. Accepted students will receive an official offer of admission. 15. Families will be notified of the outcome.

Scholarships
Financial aid at AST is needs-based and only returning AST families are eligible. The process requires completing a formal application for financial aid and submitting supporting documents; the deadline for the 2025-2026 school year is September 29, 2025. Awards will not exceed 20% of tuition, and recipients are expected to pay the remaining portion by the reenrollment deadlines; the school documents any financial aid as required by the Moroccan government. If payments are delinquent, the school may withdraw the financial aid and rescind admission.
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