ACS Athens (American Community Schools)
International School in Athens
Quick answer
ACS Athens (American Community Schools), founded in 1945, serves 1,200 students from 60 nationalities aged 3 to 18 across Halandri and Hellinikon campuses. The school combines an American curriculum with the IB Diploma at upper school and AP courses, accredited by IBO, MSA-CESS and ECIS. Tuition $9,050-$16,348 per year. Long-established choice for diplomatic, corporate and Greek-American families seeking American-track education in Athens.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, American leaving qualifications include IB Diploma and US Diploma and AP.
- Tuition: $9,050–$16,348/yr published in EUR, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 17 (max 20) Athens international school · 1,200 students total.
- 60 nationalities top: The top nationalities include students from the United States, Greece, Canada.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at 9 am.
- Accreditations: IBO, MSA-CESS, ECIS verified.
1,200
60 (The top nationalities include students from the United States, Greece, Canada, United Kingdom, East Asia and the Middle East.)
17 avg / 20 max
Rolling
IBO, MSA-CESS, ECIS
IB Diploma and US Diploma and AP
About ACS Athens (American Community Schools)
ACS Athens (American Community Schools) is a student-centered international school, embracing American educational philosophy, principles and values. Through excellence in teaching and diverse educational experiences, ACS Athens challenges all students to realize their unique potential: academically, intellectually, socially and ethically -- to thrive as responsible global citizens.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $9,050 – $16,348 |
| Annual tuition (EUR) | 9050-16348 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $13,899(+9%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $15,399 |
| Cost position in Athens | 83th percentile(premium tier) |
IB, American
IB Diploma and US Diploma and AP
IB Diploma ® American Diploma Advanced Placement ®
Greek, French, German, Chinese, Spanish
unknown
ACS Athens offers learning support to students with mild learning differences (dyslexia, ADD/ADHD etc.) through its Optimal Learning Program.
ESL/EFL language support offered
9 am – 3:45 pm
Yes
Special orders must be placed, mostly on dietary needs connected to health, allergies, etc.
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Athens
PremiumSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Common: The top nationalities include students from the United States, Greece, Canada, United Kingdom, East Asia and the Middle East.
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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