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International Academic School, Dubai

Tuition Fees & Cost Breakdown 2026

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Curriculum
American
KHDA
Acceptable
Location
Dubai, Al Warqa 1
Fees
AED 15K - 28K
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Tuition Fees

Grade LevelAnnual Tuition
KG 1 / FS 2
AED 14,992
KG 2 / Year 1
AED 14,992
Grade 1 / Year 2
AED 16,713
Grade 2 / Year 3
AED 16,713
Grade 3 / Year 4
AED 16,713
Grade 4 / Year 5
AED 17,120
Grade 5 / Year 6
AED 17,120
Grade 6 / Year 7
AED 17,120
Grade 7 / Year 8
AED 19,053
Grade 8 / Year 9
AED 20,305
Grade 9 / Year 10
AED 21,865
Grade 10 / Year 11
AED 24,991
Grade 11 / Year 12
AED 26,551
Grade 12 / Year 13
AED 28,112
Fees are subject to change. Please verify with the school for the most current rates.

Additional Costs

Registration Fee (New Students)

AED 525
one-time

Non-refundable, inclusive of VAT

Value for Money

International Academic School (IAS) in Dubai offers an American curriculum from KG1 through Grade 12, with annual tuition fees ranging from AED 14,992 for KG1 and KG2 up to AED 28,112 for Grade 12. The fee structure reflects a progressive model, with fees increasing as students advance through elementary, middle, and high school stages. These fees are set and regulated by the KHDA for the 2025–26 academic year.

Compared to other American curriculum schools in Dubai, IAS sits at the more affordable end of the spectrum, making it an accessible option for families seeking an internationally recognised curriculum. The school has maintained an Acceptable KHDA rating consistently, and the fee levels are broadly in line with schools of a similar rating and curriculum type in the city.

New students are required to pay a non-refundable registration fee of AED 525 (inclusive of VAT) in addition to the annual tuition fee. Some fees are marked as optional — full details of optional fees are available via the KHDA Fees Fact Sheet on the school's website. Families are advised to review the KHDA tab on the school website for a complete breakdown of all applicable charges.