APU International School
International School in Ho Chi Minh City
Quick answer
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB, Local+English taught at APU International School.
- Tuition: $5,000–$12,000/yr published annual range.
- Ages: 3-18 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: IBO listed accreditations.
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Not published
Rolling
IBO
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
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.
- Learning support: moderate
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —EAL/ESL support for non-English speakers not stated
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- What level of English is required for entry, and what EAL/ESL support is provided for a child still learning English?
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $5,000–$12,000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $10,000(+18%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $11,500 |
| Cost position in Ho Chi Minh City | 36th percentile(mid-range) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
IB World School with Vietnamese bilingual programme. Affordable IB. Located in District 9 (Thu Duc).
IB, Local+English
moderate
Recommended neighborhoods
District 9, Thu Duc, District 2, Binh Thanh
At a Glance
Fee Position in Ho Chi Minh City
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class size: Not published
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