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Busan Foreign School

International School in Busan

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Busan Foreign School is a American-curriculum school in Busan, South Korea. Annual tuition runs $20,889-$31,458; total annual cost reaches roughly $27,824 once registration, capital levies, and ancillary fees are included. The school enrols around 250 students from 20 nationalities.

Key facts

  • Curriculum: American leaving qualifications include AP and ACT.
  • Tuition: $20,889–$31,458/yr published in KRW, US$ equivalent.
  • Avg class size: 18 (max 20) Busan international school · 250 students total.
  • 20 nationalities expat-heavy mix.
  • Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at 8:30.
AmericanAges 3 to 18English$20,889–$31,458/yr(₩28200770-₩42468922)
Est. all-in: $27,824/yr(+6%, modeled)Open admissions81% data coverage
Students

250

Nationalities

20

Class Size

18 avg / 20 max

Admissions

Rolling

Qualifications

AP and ACT

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About Busan Foreign School

Busan Foreign School (BFS) opened its doors in 1996. A small school with a big heart, our close-knit community with dedicated teachers and supportive parents provides an ideal environment for all students to develop their social, emotional, and academic skills and grow in the SHARK values: Socially Conscious, Hardworking, Active Communicator, Respectful, and Keep Learning.

Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)

Special educational needs (SEN)Stated
English as an additional language (EAL)Stated

This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.

Why this matters

Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.

  • In-house specialist staff listed
  • Educational psychologist available
  • EAL/ESL support listed

Questions to ask the school

  1. Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
  2. Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
  3. Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
Annual fees and costs for Busan Foreign School
ItemAmount
Annual tuition (USD)$20,889–$31,458
Annual tuition (KRW)₩28200770-₩42468922
Fee year2025-2026
Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate$27,824(+6%)
Est. first-year total (modeled)$29,324
Curriculum

American

Leaving qualifications

AP and ACT

External examinations

AP, SAT, ACT

Exam results

In 2022-2023, all AP test takers averaged a 3 or higher on exams.

Additional languages

Spanish, Korean

Learning support

unknown

Special needs staff

Yes, we have an Academic Support Coordinator.

ESL / EAL support

Yes, we offer an English Language Learners (ELL) Program for students.

Education psychologistYes
School hours

8:30 – 3:30

School busYes
Lunch

Yes

Uniform requiredYes
After-school careNo
Dietary accommodations

Yes

Listing imported: 2026-04-27Data source: scrapedConfidence: mediumData completeness: 81%Sources: none yet — confirm with the school

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At a Glance

Fee Position in Busan

Mid-range
Median
$20,889$20,889–$31,458$33,833

School Profile

AffordabilitySchool SizeSmall ClassesDiversity
Busan Foreign School

Class Size

This school
18
Max class
20
City avg
18

Student Diversity

20nationalities250 students

Moderately diverse

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