Dubai College
School in Dubai
Quick answer
Dubai College is one of the few not-for-profit British international schools in the UAE, serving roughly 1,043 students with a traditional IGCSE and A-Level pathway. Named Pearson Outstanding School in 2025 and 2026, the college emphasises holistic education across academic, sporting, creative, and philanthropic pillars. Annual tuition runs $14,000-$20,000 USD (true cost ~$20,850 once capital and ancillary fees are added). Best suited to families wanting British academic rigour at Dubai's upper-mid tier.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Tuition: $14,000–$20,000/yr published annual range.
- Ages: 11-18 school day starts at 7.50am.
- Accreditations: BSO, COBIS verified.
1,043
22 max
Fixed intake
BSO, COBIS
IGCSE and A-Levels
About Dubai College
School fees range in AED valid for the academic year 2025/2026
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $14,000 – $20,000 |
| Annual tuition (local) | Dirham 97415-Dirham 110305 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $20,850(+23%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $23,350 |
| Cost position in Dubai | 89th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Highly selective. IGCSE and A-Level curriculum. Exam fees AED 2,000-5,500 per IGCSE/A-Level session. Registration AED 500. Uniforms AED 500-1,500. Technology levy AED 1,000-5,000/year. Re-enrollment deposit typically 10% of tuition.
British
IGCSE and A-Levels
GCSE, IGCSE and A level
Please refer to our website
French, Spanish, Arabic
Please refer to our Student Services page of our website
Yes
7.50am – 3.35pm Sunday to Wednesday 12.35pm Thursday
Yes
Recommended neighborhoods
JBR, Dubai Marina, Al Sufouh, The Gardens
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Dubai
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Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
Highly selective. IGCSE and A-Level curriculum. Exam fees AED 2,000-5,500 per IGCSE/A-Level session. Registration AED 500. Uniforms AED 500-1,500. Technology levy AED 1,000-5,000/year. Re-enrollment deposit typically 10% of tuition.
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