Cebu International School
International School in Cebu City
Quick answer
Cebu International School (CIS) is the first IB continuum school in the Philippines, with 100 years of educational heritage and 100% IBDP pass rate. The school enrols students from 20+ nationalities with a 7:1 student-teacher ratio, accredited by IBO, CIS, WASC, and PAASCU. Annual tuition runs $14,700-$25,800 USD (true cost ~$21,900, +8% — Cebu's 100th cost percentile). Admissions are moderate; best suited to internationally mobile families wanting the Philippines' longest-established IB continuum.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB taught at Cebu International School.
- Tuition: $14,700–$25,800/yr published annual range.
- Ages: 3-18 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: IB, CIS, WASC plus 1 more.
Waitlist likely
IB, CIS, WASC, PAASCU
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $14,700 – $25,800 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $21,900(+8%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $23,400 |
| Cost position in Cebu City | 100th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Established 1924 — the oldest and most highly-regarded international school in this region of the Philippines, and the first in the country to offer all three International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes (PYP + MYP candidate + DP). Accredited by CIS, WASC, and PAASCU. Strong learning support services.
IB
strong
Recommended neighborhoods
Banilad, Cebu IT Park, Cebu Business Park
Is Cebu International School right for your family?
A School Fit Brief scores this school against your children's ages, learning needs, and budget — with hidden fee analysis, admissions timing, and a ranked shortlist of alternatives in Cebu City.
Get School Fit Brief — $49One-time purchase · PDF + workspace · Source-backed analysis
At a Glance
Fee Position in Cebu City
PremiumEstimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
Established 1924 — the oldest and most highly-regarded international school in this region of the Philippines, and the first in the country to offer all three International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes (PYP + MYP candidate + DP). Accredited by CIS, WASC, and PAASCU. Strong learning support services.
Decide on this school — and four others
The $49 School Fit Brief covers Cebu International School and 4 other top schools in Cebu City — tuition + true cost, curriculum fit, admission timeline, and red flags. Builds your shortlist in 8 minutes vs the $1,500–3,500 (and 2–4 weeks) an education consultant charges for the same answer.
Disclaimer: School profiles are source-backed decision aids, not endorsements or official rankings. Tuition figures are approximate and may not include registration fees, uniforms, transport, or exam costs. Always verify directly with the school before applying. WhereNext is not affiliated with any school listed. This is not admissions consulting, legal advice, or official school placement guidance.