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Cebu International School

Philippines, Cebu

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees ₱550,676 - 1,363,718
Ages 3 - 19 years
Pupil numbers 370
Type Co-educational, Online/Hybrid
Opened 1924
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Taught languages Mandarin, Spanish
Typical class size 20
Strengths Visual and Creative Arts, Service and Sustainability, Sport
Clubs Social and Hobbies, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Cebu International School (CIS) is a private, secular day and boarding school located in Pit‑os, Cebu City, Philippines, offering an Early Years–Grade 12 programme for students aged 3 to 19. CIS delivers the full International Baccalaureate continuum (PYP, MYP and DP) and describes itself as the first IB continuum school in the Philippines; its Diploma Programme has been offered since 1999. English is the language of instruction and the school provides English-as-an-Additional-Language (EAL) support; students study an additional world language with choices of Mandarin or Spanish (available from primary years and as Group 2 options in the DP). The school follows inquiry‑based IB frameworks and includes structured action and service learning in the PYP. Notable campus provisions published on the school site include a Student Residence for boarding pupils, access to a swimming pool, library/media centre, gym and high‑speed internet, and other standard academic and specialist facilities.

Cebu City, 6000 Cebu, Philippines

The Essentials

Cebu International School has 370 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.

Location
Cebu International School is located in Pit-os, Cebu City, Philippines . The campus sits on a 3.2-hectare site in the northwest suburbs of Cebu City and opened at this location in 2000. The on-site campus includes a 40-bed Student Residence and is within a guarded, walled campus.

Stages
Early Years (EY2–EY3) for ages 3–4; Primary Years (Kindergarten–Grade 5); Middle Years (Grade 6–10); Diploma Programme (Grade 11–12). The school follows the IB continuum across these levels. The current IB programmes and their grade ranges are described on CIS's Diploma Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Primary Years pages.

Type
CIS is a private international school that operates as a day school and also offers on-site boarding for older students; a CIS Student Residence on campus provides housing for Grades 7–12. The residence is on-site and accommodates students with full, weekly, and nightly options.

Additional learning support
CIS provides Learning Needs Support on a case-by-case basis, with a dedicated Learning Needs Coordinator and a tiered support structure (Tier 1–3). There is English as an Additional Language (EAL) support and MAP testing used to guide interventions. Some services may incur additional charges as part of the admissions process.

Country affiliation
CIS is an international/private school based in the Philippines with no formal country affiliation.

Religious affiliation
The school operates as a secular option with no religious affiliation.

School day structure
The school year runs from August to June. CIS offers an IB curriculum across all levels, with after-school activities and structured programs; elementary and middle/high activities run in the late afternoon, with ISAC practices scheduled after the regular day. Open-campus events and calendars are published on CIS pages.

Bus service
CIS offers a limited on-campus bus facility with routes to a few key locations in Cebu City. Access to full bus routes is coordinated through the Admissions office, and service depends on demand and approval.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
The CIS Student Residence is on campus within the school grounds and provides boarding for students in Grades 7–12. The on-site residence has a total capacity of 40 beds, with space for 20 boys and 20 girls. Boarding allows access to school facilities beyond regular hours, including the pool, library/media center, high-speed internet, and gym.

Uniform Requirement
CIS uses a school uniform. For Elementary, students wear a white CIS polo shirt with tan shorts/skirts/pants, short socks, and sports shoes; on PHE days they wear the PHE uniform in their house colors.

Food Options
The campus includes a canteen on site. For boarders, the CIS Residence provides a dining/multi-purpose hall with a full-service kitchen operated by a concessionaire, serving full-board meals.

House System
CIS uses a house system with four houses: Narra, Molave, Acacia, and Mahogany. HAD activities and the annual House Activity Day are run through these houses.

Governance and Ownership
CIS is a private, secular, non-profit, non-stock corporation. It is governed by a ten-member Board of Trustees elected from within the CIS Corporation's membership. The school holds international accreditation from the Council of International Schools (CIS) and Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and offers the IB continuum (PYP, MYP, DP).
Fees

Annual tuition at Cebu International School ranges from PHP 550,676 to PHP 1,363,718 for 2026/27.

Application and Reservation Fees

- Application fee (new students, non-refundable): PHP 12,000.
- Reservation fee to secure a place (non-refundable; deductible from tuition on enrolment): PHP 50,000.

Tuition, Development, Entrance and Dollar Fees (by grade group) — annual amounts and per-quarter tuition

Notes: Tuition amounts below are presented as annual tuition (Peso). The school also charges a Dollar Fee (USD) in addition to the Peso components. The Dollar Fee shown for each grade is listed. Tuition paid by quarter = annual tuition ÷ 4. Totals shown in the published schedule distinguish Returning and New student totals.

- EY2 / EY3
- Dollar Fee: USD 1,124.
- Tuition (annual): PHP 304,720.
- Tuition per quarter: PHP 76,180.
- Development Fee (annual): PHP 186,405.
- Entrance Fee (one-time): PHP 59,551.
- Total annual (Returning): PHP 550,676 — Total annual (New): PHP 550,676.

- Kindergarten (K)
- Dollar Fee: USD 2,025.
- Tuition (annual): PHP 333,260.
- Tuition per quarter: PHP 83,315.
- Development Fee (annual): PHP 213,311.
- Entrance Fee (one-time): Returning PHP 59,551; New PHP 119,102.
- Total annual (Returning): PHP 606,122 — Total annual (New): PHP 665,673.

- Grade 1
- Dollar Fee: USD 2,025.
- Tuition (annual): PHP 333,260.
- Tuition per quarter: PHP 83,315.
- Development Fee (annual): PHP 213,311.
- Entrance Fee (one-time): PHP 119,102 (applicable to new students).
- Total annual (Returning): PHP 546,571 — Total annual (New): PHP 665,673.

- Grades 2–3
- Dollar Fee: USD 3,453.
- Tuition (annual): PHP 402,208.
- Tuition per quarter: PHP 100,552.
- Development Fee (annual): PHP 259,284.
- Entrance Fee (one-time): PHP 161,026.
- Total annual (Returning): PHP 661,492 — Total annual (New): PHP 822,518.

- Grades 4–5
- Dollar Fee: USD 3,453.
- Tuition (annual): PHP 406,140.
- Tuition per quarter: PHP 101,535.
- Development Fee (annual): PHP 261,428.
- Entrance Fee (one-time): PHP 225,459.
- Total annual (Returning): PHP 667,568 — Total annual (New): PHP 893,027.

- Grades 6–8
- Dollar Fee: USD 3,705.
- Tuition (annual): PHP 473,552.
- Tuition per quarter: PHP 118,388.
- Development Fee (annual): PHP 292,871.
- Entrance Fee (one-time): PHP 322,050.
- Total annual (Returning): PHP 766,423 — Total annual (New): PHP 1,088,473.

- Grades 9–10
- Dollar Fee: USD 3,705.
- Tuition (annual): PHP 679,840.
- Tuition per quarter: PHP 169,960.
- Development Fee (annual): PHP 337,296.
- Entrance Fee (one-time): PHP 322,050.
- Total annual (Returning): PHP 1,017,136 — Total annual (New): PHP 1,339,186.

- Grades 11–12
- Dollar Fee: USD 3,705.
- Tuition (annual): PHP 704,372.
- Tuition per quarter: PHP 176,093.
- Development Fee (annual): PHP 337,296.
- Entrance Fee (one-time): PHP 322,050.
- Total annual (Returning): PHP 1,041,668 — Total annual (New): PHP 1,363,718.

Other mandatory and optional charges

- English as an Additional Language (EAL) — one-time fee assessed according to level: Beginner PHP 280,900; Intermediate PHP 167,200; Advanced PHP 114,800.
- Additional Learning Support (annual): Full (on an IEP) PHP 48,000; Partial (in-class support) PHP 28,000.
- Homeroom Fund levied on all students for major school activities (amount levied as required).
- After School Activities, dedicated transport (optional, third-party), educational travel, and IB external exam fees (for students who sit the exams) are charged in addition as required; amounts vary by activity.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Payment options upon enrolment: pay in full, quarterly, or select staggered instalments (staggered instalments available by arrangement). Tuition may be paid in full or by quarterly payments.
- What is due on enrolment: Returning students pay the full Dollar Fee, Development Fee and Quarter 1 Tuition Fee. New students pay the full Dollar Fee, Development Fee, Entrance Fee and Quarter 1 Tuition Fee.
- Standard quarterly due dates (published billing schedule):
- Quarter 1: upon enrollment.
- Quarter 2: October 1, 2025.
- Quarter 3: December 3, 2025.
- Quarter 4: March 4, 2026.
- Late payment charge: PHP 500 fixed penalty plus 2% per month on unpaid amounts, compounded monthly and prorated by days overdue.
- Early payment incentive: a 5.0% discount on the TOTAL PESO FEE is offered for eligible families who meet the early payment deadline as published for the year. Sibling discount: families with three or more legal dependents enrolled may receive a 5% discount on the third and subsequent dependents.

Boarding / Student Residence

- A Student Residence (on/near campus) is operated for students who board. Published tuition/fee documents do not list a boarding rate in the standard fee schedule; boarding-place enquiries and the Student Residence information pack are provided through the residence contact. For Student Residence enquiries, use the boarding email address or phone number provided by the school: boarding@cis.edu.ph; +63 917 135 5651.

Refund policy

- The Dollar Fee, Entrance Fee, Development Fee, EAL and Learning Support fees are consumed when a student enters and are not refundable if the student leaves before the school year ends. Only Tuition Fees are eligible for refund, and then only for any full quarter(s) not attended. Any payment discounts previously granted will be forfeited and deducted from tuition refunds. There are no refunds for absences, withdrawals, dismissals or partial attendance within a quarter. In force majeure circumstances the school's force-majeure refund provisions apply; the school may take up to two years to process eligible refunds under those conditions.

Payment methods and bank details

- Accepted methods: cash, check, credit card, and wire transfer.
- Bank details published for wire transfers (examples as provided):
- BPI (Bank of the Philippine Islands):
- Peso account: PHP 3611-0017-88
- USD account: USD 3614-0095-85
- Swift code: BOPIPHMM
- Metrobank (Metropolitan Bank & Trust Company):
- Peso account: PHP 351-7-35100084-4
- USD account: USD 351-2-35100635-2
- Swift code: MBTCPHMM
- When sending wire transfers, include the student's ID number as reference and send a payment copy to lcapuyan@cis.edu.ph.

Other administrative notes on fees

- Proration rules on entry/withdrawal: first-semester entries are billed as full school fees (Dollar Fee, Entrance Fee and Development Fee) plus prorated Tuition; second-semester proration is specified in the published schedule (third quarter billed at 75% of certain school fees, fourth quarter at 50%, with tuition prorated accordingly). No portion of quarter fees paid or outstanding will be refunded or cancelled for absence, withdrawal, dismissal or partial attendance within that quarter.

Academics

Cebu International School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 3 to 19.

Curriculum
CIS offers an IB continuum: the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Early Years through Grade 5, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Grades 6–10, and the Diploma Programme (DP) for Grades 11–12, and it has been authorized to offer the IB Diploma Programme since 1999. In the PYP (EY2–Grade 5), learning is inquiry-based and transdisciplinary, with integrated units spanning English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Arts, World Languages, and Personal and Social Education; English instruction aligns with Common Core Standards. The MYP (Grade 6–10) applies the IB framework focusing on knowledge, concepts, skills and attitudes across core subject areas, with CIS providing a detailed MYP prospectus. In the DP (Grade 11–12), students typically take six subjects across Groups 1–6 (with three to four at Higher Level) and complete the DP Core—Creativity, Activity, Service; Theory of Knowledge; and the Extended Essay. DP instruction is offered in English, with options for Group 2 languages such as Mandarin and Spanish, and assessment includes external examinations alongside internal assessments.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school runs a pastoral care and counseling program to support students' social and emotional development. Counselors support teachers through the pastoral care program, and the program is delivered via homeroom teachers. All CIS teachers are expected to support students' social-emotional development and provide appropriate guidance where needed. Counselors provide individual and group counseling addressing academic/behavioral, personal/social, and college/career guidance. They participate in Student Support Services Team meetings to discuss special needs and to develop intervention strategies, and they assess students' social and academic strengths. Guidance Information Drives highlight topics relevant to development and personal wellbeing.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school has a Learning Needs Department that identifies and supports students with learning needs. The Learning Needs Support Team comprises a Learning Needs Coordinator, a Learning Needs Teacher, Learning Needs Support, and a Learning Needs Assistant. The school uses a tiered model (Tier 1-3) with in-class modifications, targeted instruction, and occasional 1-1 support, delivered under the direction of the Learning Needs team. The school educates students with low-to-medium levels of additional learning needs, including physical or mental disabilities or emotional disorders, but does not have resources to cater to medium-to-high levels of needs. Admission and readmission for students with learning needs, including EAL, are at the discretion of the School, and there is an additional charge for these services.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The EAL program is in-house and supports students from diverse nationalities. EAL is the learning support provided to students with minimal ability to speak, read, or write in English. An English assessment is provided during admissions, and based on results, students may be placed in Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced levels. There is suitable support provided for students at all stages of language acquisition.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through CIS's counseling program. Counselors provide individual and group counseling and follow-up with students, teachers, and parents in the areas of academic/behavioral, personal/social, and college and career guidance. The counseling team participates in Student Support Services Team meetings to discuss students' social and emotional needs and to develop intervention strategies. Guidance Information Drives highlight mental wellbeing topics relevant to student development.

Safeguarding
CIS has a Child Protection Policy. The privacy notice states that CIS upholds the CIS Child Protection Policy and implements safeguarding and data privacy policies.
Parent Experience

History
CIS was established in 1924 as the Cebu American School and grew from a small five-room tutorial to an Early Years through Grade 12 school by 1986. The original Gorordo Avenue campus in Lahug, Cebu City, moved to Banilad in 1973 on a 2.3-hectare site. In 2000 CIS relocated to its current, purpose-built 3.2-hectare campus in Pit-os. The school offers IB programmes with Diploma Programme authorized in 1999, Primary Years Programme in 2014, and Middle Years Programme in 2021, and it has Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) accreditation since 1996 and Council of International Schools (CIS) membership since 1998. In May 2024, CIS commenced its centennial year with the opening of the 2024-2025 school year.

Community
CIS describes its community as a small, diverse, and genuinely welcoming environment, with small class sizes and a staff that knows each student personally. The CIS Community section lists Bulletin, Alumni Network, Guestbook, and PTA as channels for connection and involvement. CIS also hosts cultural events such as Culture Week and International Day, and maintains an events calendar for the community. There are 28 nationalities in the CIS community.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The CIS-PTA is a non-profit organization run by parent volunteers, in association with the CIS leadership. Its objectives include fostering an effective partnership between parents and the school, providing a forum for parental concerns, offering fun and family-friendly activities, and raising funds to enhance the school's budget. Parents can volunteer on school trips or assist in class activities, participate in PTA Coffee Mornings, contribute skills, or donate to events.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Cebu International School sits on a purpose-built 3.2-hectare campus in Pit-os, Cebu City. The site offers 7,500 square metres of instructional space, including classrooms, laboratories, art rooms, a maker-space room, and music rooms, plus a canteen and offices. The grounds feature two gymnasiums and a full-sized grass sports field within a secure, walled campus guarded around the clock, and a 150-slot car park. A 40-bed Student Residence opened on campus in August 2022 to support local and international families.

Sports Facilities
Two gymnasiums and a full-sized grass sports field form the core campus sports facilities. These spaces support physical education, team sports, and outdoor activities.

Academic Facilities
Academic facilities include science laboratories for practical IB learning, along with dedicated art rooms and a maker-space to support design and technology.

Extra Curricular Facilities
On-campus spaces support co-curricular life through arts and sports facilities, after-school activities, and a 40-bed Student Residence for boarding.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The Diploma Programme at CIS centers on Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS). CAS combines creativity, physical activity, and service, with seven learning outcomes and a CAS portfolio for reflection. The CAS programme begins at the start of the Diploma Programme and runs for at least 18 months with a balanced focus on all three strands. Week Without Walls is a CIS week-long program where students engage in service activities in Cebu and visits to local sites to explore culture and the environment.

Arts & Creative
Visual Arts is offered as part of the IB Diploma Programme at CIS, with Visual Arts available at HL and SL. The Visual Arts course emphasizes making art, documenting the artistic journey, and reflecting on creative decisions. In addition to Visual Arts, CIS provides arts-related extracurriculars including drama productions and music ensembles (Chamber Ensemble, Rock Band) through After School Activities. Other arts offerings include Dance, Art Activities, and Media Club as part of ASA.

Cultural & Language
International Week provides language challenges and cross-cultural activities; students learn phrases in Cebuano, Mandarin, Spanish, Korean, and Japanese. Culture Week highlights diversity through language challenges, talks, and hands-on workshops. International Day features a Parade of Nations and cultural performances.

Social & Hobbies
A broad range of after-school clubs and activities are available, including Dance, Drama Productions, Music (Chamber Ensemble, Rock Band), Chess, Cooking, Art Activities, and Media Club. ISAC team practices run Mondays and Wednesdays, with games typically on Fridays or Saturday mornings. Participation in at least one club per semester is required, and attendance is tracked. Clubs operate on a first-come, first-served basis with registration managed by the CIS Students & Community Engagement Coordinator.

Community & Service
Service Learning at CIS includes Week Without Walls and the Diploma Programme's CAS framework. Week Without Walls is a week-long program combining service work in Cebu with site visits to explore local culture and the environment. CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) sits at the heart of the IB Diploma Programme, with seven learning outcomes and a portfolio for student reflection.

Leadership & Professional
CIS supports leadership through a Student Council system with elected representatives in Elementary and in Middle/High School. The Student Council's core purposes are Social, Spirit, School Improvement, Service, and Fundraising. The council plans events such as Trivia, Game Days, Talent Shows, and inter-house activities, and runs ongoing initiatives like a school-wide suggestion box. The President and Vice President are elected by the entire school community.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
CIS participates in ISAC, a regional inter-school sports conference featuring volleyball, basketball and soccer. ISAC seasons occur three times per school year, with hosting rotated among member schools and students billeted with host families. The ISAC program fosters teamwork and camaraderie through sport, with ongoing team practices and occasional travel. In addition to sports, the After School Activities program includes performing arts and other clubs that support physical activity and creative expression.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction. Mandarin and Spanish are taught as world languages starting in Grade 1. Non native English speakers have access to EAL support with levels Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced. In the Diploma Programme, some subjects may be studied in English, French or Spanish, and Mandarin is available as a language acquisition option.

Bilingual Teaching
The school uses English as the language of instruction for all core subjects. A formal bilingual teaching program is not described in CIS materials; English language support is provided through the EAL program. Mandarin or Spanish are offered as world languages starting in Grade 1, but are taught as separate language courses rather than bilingual instruction of all subjects.

Immersion Programs
There is no separate immersion stream described; immersion style work is part of EAL support across the curriculum. EAL uses partial immersion push in and stand alone pull out approaches to support English language development. Mandarin and Spanish are offered as world languages starting in Grade 1, but there is no distinct immersion program for these languages.
Reputation

Awards
- Common Sense School recognition — CIS has been recognized as a Common Sense School for digital citizenship education, reflecting the school's commitment to teaching students to think critically, use technology responsibly, and navigate the online world safely. The recognition was announced in May 2025, with communications describing what the designation means for CIS and its community.

Accreditations
- Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) accreditation — held since 1996. WASC is a regional accreditation body that evaluates school quality and organizational effectiveness across multiple domains. CIS has maintained this accreditation continuously since 1996, underscoring long-standing external validation of its quality.
- Council of International Schools (CIS) membership and accreditation status — CIS membership since 1998, with international accreditation status attained and maintained since May 2008. CIS is an international accrediting organization that assesses a school against global standards and supports ongoing school improvement.
- International Baccalaureate (IB) authorizations (IB World School) — CIS has been authorized to offer all three IB programmes: Diploma Programme (DP) since October 1999, Primary Years Programme (PYP) in 2014, and Middle Years Programme (MYP) in 2021. This establishes CIS as an IB continuum school.
- IB verification and joint re-accreditation activity (2024) — CIS participated in a joint CIS/WASC accreditation visit in 2024, with IB verification in September 2024, and subsequent re-accreditation announced later in 2024. This confirms continued compliance with IB, CIS, and WASC expectations.
- Republic Act 9190 (government recognition) — in February 2003, CIS received Republic Act 9190 recognition as an educational institution international in character, the only school in the Visayas region with this status. This represents formal government recognition of its international character.
- CIS as the country's first IB continuum school — CIS is described as the first IB continuum school in the Philippines, offering all three IB programmes across its curriculum, which reflects its unique IB alignment in the country.
Admissions

Admissions
Step I. Inquiry. Prospective families may submit inquiries online via the OpenApply platform, and the Admissions staff will respond to set up a time for a visit or online discussion. Families can book a school tour or arrange a video call to ask questions about CIS and the admissions process; responses are provided within 24 hours to schedule the time. This step initiates the process and helps families understand CIS's offering and fit.

Step II. Documentation. Applicants must prepare a folder of documents: a completed Enrollment Form with the student photo; authentic copies of school records with the latest ratings and English translations if needed; recommendations from the previous school; birth certificate; notarized Guardianship Affidavits if applicable; a Health Registration Form with Immunization records; and, for non-Filipino applicants, copies of passport and BI-related documents. If visa arrangements are in process (tourist/SSP), these items accompany the submission.

Step III. Submission of application form and Application Fee. The parent/guardian submits the necessary paperwork and pays the non-refundable Application Fee of Php10,000 upon submission of the listed documents. This step confirms formal submission and starts the formal evaluation timeline.

Step IV. Initial Evaluation of Documents and Reservation. The Admissions Officer and the School Counsellor review the application and supporting documents. With advice from Admissions, the parent/guardian may pay a reservation fee of Php40,000; placement is finalized by the principal, and the reservation is non-refundable.

Step V. Assessment. All applicants take an entrance assessment. This includes an academic proficiency test for Grade 2 and up and an English as an Additional Language (EAL) assessment if needed; for Preschool to Grade 1, assessment is via classroom observation by the counselor or Student Support Head. Returning CIS students within one year or more may be required to pay the application fee and re-entry assessment again.

Step VI. Principal's Interview & Enrollment Confirmation. The principal conducts an interview with the parent/guardian and student. The principal finalizes enrollment and placement, with the Admissions decision recommended to the Superintendent for approval. If approved, the Admissions Officer provides an acceptance letter and details such as the class supply list (for grades 6–12), uniform information, and fee payment details.

Step VII. Payment of School Fees. After admission is approved, the accounting team issues a Statement of Accounts (SOA). The Entrance Fee is a one-time fee charged during the student's CIS schooling and applies even if the student leaves and returns later, provided the entrance fee was paid before leaving; the parent then pays the remaining school fees as indicated in the SOA and purchases school uniforms.

Step VIII. Entering Classes at CIS. Students are invited to start attendance on the most appropriate day after payment is received and recorded, allowing time for teacher preparation. The start date is coordinated with school events and is at least one working day after payment clearance.

Step IX. Re-enrollment Procedures for Returning Students. To reserve a space for the upcoming year, returning families complete the Reservation/Re-enrollment Form and pay the PHP 40,000 reservation fee. A re-enrollment link is sent by CIS. Health records should be updated via a Health Form, and school fees are paid as stated in the SOA. Returning students do not pay the Entrance Fee again.

Scholarships
CIS offers the CIS Student Excellence Scholarship, a full-tuition renewable scholarship for outstanding Filipino students from Philippine schools who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, and potential to thrive in an international learning environment. The scholarship is open to Filipino students entering Grade 9 in August 2026 who have only local Philippine school experience (no prior international or overseas school experience). Eligible candidates are evaluated on academic achievement, leadership, intercultural fit, and contributions to student life. Applicants must meet standard CIS admissions requirements and pass the CIS Scholarship Committee's process.

Waitlist
When the number of eligible applicants exceeds the class capacity, CIS places applicants on a Waitlist. The school reserves the right to prioritize waitlisted applicants using criteria such as class balance (nationality, EAL and Learning Needs numbers, gender), family situation, EAL/LN support capabilities, the presence of siblings at CIS, alumni children, other educational options, returning students in good standing, and the timing of the application (earlier applications receive precedence if all other factors are equal). Admission decisions then consider documentation and placement needs, and a final decision rests with the principal and superintendent after review by the Enrollment Committee.
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