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American Institute Allied With Thornton Academy

Serbia, Novi Sad

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The school at a glance
Fees RSD 16,600 - 19,500
Ages Not listed
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Advanced Placement (AP)
Strengths STEM, Sport, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional
Introduction

American Institute Allied With Thornton Academy (AITA) is an independent day and boarding school for grades 9–12 in Novi Sad, Serbia. It operates in partnership with Thornton Academy, founded 2022. The school offers an American Advanced Placement curriculum alongside the Serbian National Curriculum officially approved by the Provincial Secretariat for Education, making it first AP Center in Serbia. Students tailor their studies across more than 50 courses in seven departments, with the option to take up to eight classes annually. The Dual Diploma Program provides both a U.S. High School Diploma and a Serbian diploma. The Career and College Center guides college applications and scholarships, while university partnerships support direct admission to programs in the US and Europe. Facilities include basketball venues with training tools, video analysis, and a nutrition team, plus a range of language, STEM, arts and social studies offerings. Signature programs include internships, volunteering, and Sustainable Development.

The Essentials

Location
Novi Sad, Serbia. Main campus at Cvećarska 1, 21000 Novi Sad.

Stages
Diploma program (four-year secondary school) requiring at least 22 credits. AP courses across seven departments with over 50 courses; University/College Counseling with Via Academica partnerships for placement.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
The school offers day and boarding options for students in grades 9 through 12. It is co-educational.

Governance and Ownership
Independent and has no religious affiliation. It operates as a private day and boarding school.
Fees

Annual tuition at American Institute Allied With Thornton Academy ranges from RSD 16,600 to RSD 19,500 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- Application fee: USD 55 (non-refundable).
- Non‑refundable enrollment deposit due on acceptance: Day student USD 1,000; Boarding student USD 2,000. The enrollment deposit is retained as described in the school's fee schedule.

Tuition fees (annual) and per‑term details

- Grade 9–11: USD 15,100 per academic year. This amount is the base tuition charged for Grades 9–11.
- Grade 12: USD 16,600 per academic year (Grade 12 is shown with an additional graduation fee for students seeking the US diploma).
- Students enrolling for only part of the academic year (semester joiners): First semester only USD 19,500; Second semester only USD 16,200. These semester figures apply when a student joins for only one semester.

Boarding fees and residential housing (boarding students)

- Full‑year boarding program total (tuition + room & board and included boarding components) is listed as USD 35,700 for a full academic year.
- Accommodation & meals (boarding component) is shown separately as USD 13,160. Additional mandatory boarding‑related fees include: Health insurance USD 1,000 and a laundry fee USD 300.
- Housing options (fees given per academic year) for on‑campus boarding accommodation: Option A — Standard (shared 4‑bedroom): USD 3,900; Option B — Global (shared 3‑bedroom): USD 4,300; Option C — Premium Double (shared 2‑bedroom): USD 5,200; Option D — Premium Single (single room with private bathroom): USD 6,800. Listed amenities accompany each housing option.

Meal plans (per semester)

- Essential (5 swipes per week): USD 664 per semester.
- Deluxe (19 swipes per week — breakfast, lunch, dinner): USD 2,523 per semester.
- Ultimate (24 swipes per week — breakfast, two lunches, dinner): USD 3,180 per semester.

Other compulsory and optional fees

- Graduation fee (for Grade 12 diploma‑seeking students): USD 1,500.
- College preparation fee: USD 1,500 (charged per student).
- Health insurance (boarding students and available to others as listed): USD 1,000.
- Laundry fee (boarding students): USD 300 per year.
- ESL (English as a Second Language) program (if required on admission): USD 3,000.
- AITA Basketball program (optional): USD 9,900.
- Items explicitly not included in day‑student tuition and typically charged separately: uniforms; lunches (for day students unless a meal plan is purchased); transportation; varsity sports program travel and equipment; costs of external exams such as SAT or AP exam fees. These items are listed as excluded from the base tuition.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The school requires the non‑refundable application fee at application and a non‑refundable enrollment deposit on acceptance (Day USD 1,000; Boarding USD 2,000). These are documented as required payments in the published fee schedule.
- Semester‑joining fee amounts are published for students who start only one semester (First semester USD 19,500; Second semester USD 16,200), indicating the school issues semester charges for partial‑year enrolment. Meal plan charges are shown on a per‑semester basis. Specific invoice dates and the number/spacing of instalments are not itemized in the published fee schedule; the schedule shows annual and semester figures and separate line items for ancillary charges.

Refund information

- The application fee is non‑refundable. The enrollment deposit is described as non‑refundable in the school's fee schedule. No detailed mid‑year or pro‑rata tuition refund calendar is published within the school's public fee document; parents should note the application fee and enrollment deposit are expressly non‑refundable.

Fee payment options

- An online payment portal is referenced for application fee payment and the school publishes a payment page link for online payments. The school's fee schedule itemizes which components are billed separately (tuition, accommodation & meals, insurance, program fees) and shows per‑semester meal plan pricing; typical payment channels for international schools of this type include online payment and bank transfer. The school's public fee materials include a dedicated payment page link for submitting fees. For the specific payment methods accepted (for example, international bank transfer, local bank payment slip, or card payment) use the school's payment page or admissions contact to complete the transaction.

Summary (key figures at a glance)

- Application fee: USD 55 (non‑refundable).
- Enrollment deposit: Day USD 1,000; Boarding USD 2,000 (non‑refundable).
- Day/tuition (Grades 9–11): USD 15,100 per year. Grade 12: USD 16,600 per year.
- Full‑year boarding program total: USD 35,700 (annual). Accommodation & meals itemized at USD 13,160 plus listed housing options and ancillary boarding charges.
- Ancillary mandatory/optional fees: Health insurance USD 1,000; Graduation fee USD 1,500; College prep USD 1,500; ESL USD 3,000 (if required); Meal plans range USD 664–3,180 per semester; optional AITA Basketball USD 9,900.
Academics

American Institute Allied With Thornton Academy teaches Advanced Placement (AP).

Curriculum
American-based curriculum for grades 9–12, modeled on the Thornton Academy program. The curriculum mirrors the authentic American program and includes the American Advanced Placement (AP) track, alongside the Serbian National Curriculum officially approved by the Provincial Secretariat for Education. AITA offers more than 50 courses across seven academic departments, including AP courses and signature programs, enabling students to tailor their studies. Students may choose up to eight classes per year, enabling personalized study paths. The Dual Diploma Program provides a U.S. High School Diploma together with the Serbian diploma. Career and College Counseling guides students through college applications and scholarships, and university partnerships support direct admission to programs in the US and Europe.

Higher Education Progression
AITA has exclusive partnerships with more than 150 universities and colleges in the US and Europe, with direct admission and scholarships. The Career and College Counseling Center coordinates university pathways and supports applications.

Gifted and Talented
AP courses are offered, including AP Calculus AB/BC, AP Statistics, and other signature classes. Students can tailor their schedules by selecting up to eight classes per year. The Harkness teaching method is part of the instructional approach to support advanced learners.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school prioritizes the social, emotional, and intellectual development of every student. It fosters a warm and welcoming community where students form lasting friendships with devoted teachers and fellow classmates. The school provides support during crucial periods of growth and development and offers engagement after school through clubs, activities, community service, and athletics. Our college counselors collaborate with students from grades 9 through 12 to chart college and career paths, helping them develop leadership and teamwork skills.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The ESL program is available if needed, with a fee of $3,000.

Mental Wellbeing
The school prioritizes the overall well-being of every student at every stage of their social, emotional, and intellectual development.

Safeguarding
The campus offers peace of mind and a safe environment, with a focus on student well-being and safety as part of the school's approach.
Parent Experience

History
American Institute Allied with Thornton Academy (AITA) is an independent private day and boarding high school for grades 9–12 in Novi Sad, Serbia. It is co-educational and has no religious affiliation, and it operates in partnership with Thornton Academy from Saco, Maine. Founded in 2022, AITA offers the American Advanced Placement (AP) curriculum alongside the Serbian National Curriculum officially approved by the Provincial Secretariat for Education; it is the first official AP Center in Serbia. The campus is located in central Novi Sad, close to major transport links, in a city that has been designated the EU Capital City of Culture (2021) and EU Capital City of Youth (2019).

Community
AITA fosters a warm, welcoming community where students form lasting friendships with devoted teachers and fellow students. Students participate in clubs, activities, community service, and athletics beyond the classroom. The Career and College Center facilitates practical learning experiences such as internships, job shadows, and part-time employment, and partnerships with universities enable students to enroll in programs that align with their interests and obtain scholarships that are an ideal fit for them. The Novi Sad campus is located in the city center, offering easy access to transport and cultural opportunities.
Facilities

Sports Facilities
The school has basketball facilities including a shooting machine, ball handling reaction light table, Wilson reaction balls, medicine balls, Chris Brickley dribbling balls, power hands/ball handling gloves, and a self-developed defense man. Training includes video analysis as part of the regimen. A nutrition team provides guidance to support athletic performance and overall wellbeing. The program participates in national leagues and international tournaments as part of its competitive schedule.

Academic Facilities
The school offers a broad range of courses across languages, mathematics, science, social sciences, wellness, and arts. Mandatory courses include Freshman English, Junior English, Sophomore English, and Senior English. Electives include Robotics, Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence, Practical Mathematics and Statistics, and Pharmacy Introduction. Signature classes include Academic Writing and Research, Computer Science and AI, Financial Knowledge, Entrepreneurship and Business Administration, and International Law Introduction. The course catalog also includes SAT Prep and TOEFL Prep to support college admissions.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The Career and College Center facilitates internships, job shadows, and part-time employment. Signature programs include Company Internships, Volunteering, and Sustainable Development and Green Production. Basketball is included in the wellness offerings as a course and activity. The school supports after-school clubs, activities, community service, and athletics.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
AITA offers the American Advanced Placement (AP) curriculum and is the first official AP Center in Serbia. In addition to AP, the Serbian National Curriculum is offered, officially approved by the Provincial Secretariat for Education. Signature courses include Academic Writing and Research, Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence, Financial Knowledge, Entrepreneurship and Business Administration, HR and PR Management, Practical Mathematics and Statistics, Pharmacy Introduction, Medicine Introduction, and International Law Introduction. The program uses the Harkness teaching method, provides a Dual Diploma Program, and includes career and college counseling to support postsecondary planning.

Arts & Creative
Art is part of the curriculum. Students have opportunities to pursue creative projects through after-school clubs and activities. Creativity is encouraged across disciplines as part of a well-rounded education.

Cultural & Language
Located in Novi Sad, AITA serves students in grades 9–12 with an international program. The school operates in partnership with Thornton Academy, bringing a US-based curriculum and global perspective. Engagement beyond the classroom includes clubs, activities and cultural experiences, with Novi Sad recognized as a European cultural hub.

Social & Hobbies
Engagement continues after-school through many clubs, activities and athletics. Students participate in recreational and hobby groups as part of daily life. The diverse range of after-school options supports social development and personal interests.

Community & Service
Volunteering and community service programs are part of AITA's signature offerings. Students participate in volunteering initiatives and service projects throughout the year. Sustainable Development and Green Production are emphasized as part of student life and learning.

Leadership & Professional
Career and College Counseling is provided by experienced counselors who guide students from grades 9 through 12 in college and career planning. The Career and College Center offers practical experiences such as internships, job shadows, and part-time employment. Partnerships with universities enable direct admission and scholarships, supported by a network of affiliated institutions.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The Novi Sad campus sits in a quiet, secure part of the city, offering peace of mind and opportunity. Wellness and athletics are integral to student life, with many clubs and sports available after school. The school emphasizes a supportive community and personalized development that prioritizes overall well-being.
Languages

Language Provision
The school teaches English, Spanish, Serbian, and French. Freshman English, Junior English, Sophomore English, and Senior English are offered as mandatory courses. TOEFL Prep is available as an elective. ESL Program is available for students who require English language support.
Reputation

Awards
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Accreditations
The curriculum shared with Thornton Academy has USA accreditation and is used to provide instruction at AITA's European campus.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Inquire. The admissions process begins with inquiring about AITA's programs and entry requirements. Prospective families use the Inquire option to request information and guidance about the school's offerings and admissions process. The Novi Sad campus operates main hours 08:00–18:00 and admission hours 08:00–20:00, and the campus is located at Cvećarska 1, Novi Sad 21000. For contact, call +381 65 22 91 839 or email aita@aita.edu.rs. 2. Visit. Prospective families are encouraged to visit the campus to learn about the program firsthand. The campus is located in the center of Novi Sad, with proximity to the Novi Sad Central train station (about 10 minutes away) and Belgrade's airport connections (about 60 minutes to Belgrade and 45 minutes to Belgrade Airport). A campus tour is available via the Visit link on the site. 3. Apply. The application process includes checking deadlines, collecting documents, and submitting the online application and paying a fee. The Fall 2025 deadline is May 31, decisions will be communicated by June 15; transfer applications for January 2026 will be considered on a limited basis. Gather documents: evidence of current education; English language certificate; three reference letters (preferably Math and English teachers); a student essay; a formal photo (optional). Fill the online application form and attach documents, and pay a $50 non-refundable application fee. An on-campus interview is encouraged, but if not possible a Zoom interview can be arranged. Tuition and fees information can be downloaded via the provided PDF link.

Scholarships
The Career and College Counseling Center facilitates college-related experiences and pathways, and partnerships with universities enable students to enroll in programs that align with their interests and obtain scholarships that are an ideal fit for them. Through these university partnerships, students can access scholarship opportunities as part of their program. Exclusive partnerships with universities provide direct admission and scholarship opportunities for eligible students.
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