Dalian American International School
International School in Dalian
Quick answer
Key facts
- Curriculum: American leaving qualifications include AP and ACT and PSAT.
- Tuition: $30,496–$36,446/yr published in CNY, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 15 (max 20) Dalian international school · 300 students total.
- 29 nationalities top: USA, UK, Canada.
- Ages: Ages 4 to 18 school day starts at 8:45.
- Accreditations: WASC, ACAMIS listed accreditations.
300
29 (USA, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand)
15 avg / 20 max
Available
WASC, ACAMIS
AP and ACT and PSAT
About Dalian American International School
Dalian American International School facilitates a challenging, collaborative, and responsive learning environment that develops student intellect, character and health. At DAIS, every learner strives to achieve personal excellence and contributes to the global community.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states meaningful learning-support provision — still confirm it fits your child's specific need.
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.
- Learning support: moderate
- In-house specialist staff listed
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- 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.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $30,496–$36,446 |
| Annual tuition (CNY) | 元205000-元245000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $35,031(+5%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $36,531 |
American
AP and ACT and PSAT
MAP, WrAP, WIDA, PSAT, SAT, ACT, AP
90% of all Advanced Placement (AP) students earn a passing score on one or more AP College Board Exam.
Mandarin language
Learning Support team within the Counseling and Student Services Department.
Yes
EAL support
8:45
Yes
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
At a Glance
Fee Position in Dalian
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: USA, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand
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