American School DubaiTuition Fees & Cost Breakdown 2026
Tuition Fees
Payment Terms
A non-refundable seat reservation is required to secure a place and is credited toward total school fees. For re-enrollment, the June 1 payment along with required post-dated cheques or direct debit application must be received in accordance with the payment schedule. Capital Fee may be paid in three annual installments of AED 7,333.
Additional Costs
Facility Fee (KG2–Grade 12, non-corporate seat holders)
Dedicated to annual maintenance of school facilities
Dedicated to annual maintenance of school facilities
Capital Fee (new students, non-corporate seat holders)
Non-refundable; can be paid in 3 annual installments of AED 7,333
Non-refundable; can be paid in 3 annual installments of AED 7,333
Life Centered Education Fee (Students of Determination)
Applies in addition to standard school fees for students requiring LCE services as specified in their Individualized Service Agreement
Applies in addition to standard school fees for students requiring LCE services as specified in their Individualized Service Agreement
Value for Money
The American School of Dubai (ASD) is an independent, not-for-profit institution, meaning all tuition and fees are directed entirely toward the cost of education. For the 2025–2026 academic year, tuition fees range from AED 60,571 for Pre-Kindergarten through to AED 89,319 for Grades 1–12. Students from KG2 upward who are non-corporate seat holders are also subject to an annual Facility Fee of AED 12,984, dedicated to the maintenance of school facilities.
New students who are non-corporate seat holders are required to pay a one-time Capital Fee of AED 22,000, which supports the continuous development of the school's world-class facilities. This fee can be paid in three annual installments of AED 7,333. ASD's not-for-profit status ensures that a significant proportion of tuition fees is allocated to employee salaries and benefits, directly supporting the quality of education delivered. Students of Determination requiring Life Centered Education services are subject to an additional fee of AED 51,300 per year, as specified in their Individualized Service Agreement.
ASD offers flexible payment options including ENBD Credit Card 0% installment plans, direct debit (monthly or quarterly), and post-dated cheques, making fee management accessible for both individual families and corporate sponsors. The school's fee structure is competitive for an American-curriculum school in Dubai rated Good by DSIB, with outstanding performance in English, Mathematics, Science, and student personal development.