GEMS American Academy Qatar
International School in Doha
Quick answer
GEMS American Academy Qatar offers a multi-track American and IB programme, with a highly diverse student body of 80 nationalities. Well-suited to internationally mobile families. Tuition of $8,000–$16,000/year is in line with Doha averages. Note: American curriculum + IB Diploma.
Key facts
- Curriculum: American, IB leaving qualifications include AP.
- Tuition: $8,000–$16,000/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 22 (max 25) Doha international school · 1,650 students total.
- 80 nationalities top: American.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 7:30 AM.
- Accreditations: MSA, IBO verified.
1,650
80 (American)
22 avg / 25 max
Rolling
MSA, IBO
AP
About GEMS American Academy Qatar
The following qualities and characteristics define GEMS American Academy Qatar:
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $8,000 – $16,000 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 35150 ﷼-59650 ﷼ |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $15,000(+25%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $17,000 |
| Cost position in Doha | 80th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
American curriculum + IB Diploma. Part of GEMS group. Al Wakra area.
American, IB
AP
SAT and AP exams - We are at SAT Test Center.
We are well above the international average in these examinations.
In addition to Arabic, we also offer French and Spanish language classes.
The level of support is based on individual learning plans with services in the mild category.
Yes, each grade in Lower School (Pre-K - Grade 5) has their own Student Support Teacher (SST) that supports students with special learning needs. Our SST personnel works with parents inside and outside of the classroom on a daily and weekly basis. For Upper School, we have SST personnel for Grades 6 - 12. However, please note that we have very limited availability for students with special learning needs at this time.
We have a Student Support Teacher who assists students who are learning English as a second language. As an English-immersion school, students will learn English naturally while in class throughout the year.
7:30 AM – 2:30 PM every day except Thursdays, where we finish at 1:30 PM to support teacher professional development and departmental meetings. Pre-K students are dismissed at 1:30 PM
Yes
Yes, we do have vegetarian and vegan options. Also, all food prepared is halal.
Recommended neighborhoods
Al Wakra, Mesaieed, Al Wukair
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Doha
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Common: American
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
American curriculum + IB Diploma. Part of GEMS group. Al Wakra area.
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