The International School Ho Chi Minh City – American Academy
International School in Ho Chi Minh City
Quick answer
Key facts
- Curriculum: American taught at The International School Ho Chi Minh City – American Academy.
- Tuition: $12,000–$22,000/yr published in VND, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 16 Ho Chi Minh City international school · 435 students total.
- 12 nationalities top: Vietnamese.
- Ages: 2-18 school day starts at 7:45.
- Accreditations: WASC listed accreditations.
435
12 (Vietnamese)
16 avg
Rolling
WASC
About The International School Ho Chi Minh City – American Academy
The International School Ho Chi Minh City (ISHCMC) – American Academy in Vietnam is a world-class middle and high school inspiring and challenging students aged 11 to 18 years old to achieve personal excellence. The school lays the foundations for success with 100% English language immersion and a rigorous American accredited curriculum. At the same time, it offers an extensive Vietnamese Studies Program to ensure our students maintain their Mother Tongue and cultural roots.
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: strong
- In-house specialist staff listed
- Educational psychologist available
- EAL/ESL support listed
Questions to ask the school
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $12,000–$22,000 |
| Annual tuition (VND) | 597300000 ₫-746600000 ₫ |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $18,650(+10%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $20,150 |
| Cost position in Ho Chi Minh City | 80th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
American curriculum (AP courses). WASC accredited. Located in District 2.
American
MAP, Advanced Placement
Much better than what an average student scores.
Mandarin, Vietnamese
strong
Yes
English as an Additional Language
7:45 – 3:45
Yes
Yes
Recommended neighborhoods
District 2, Thao Dien, An Phu, Binh Thanh
Reviewed by WhereNext against a named source — some fields may be approximate.
At a Glance
Fee Position in Ho Chi Minh City
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: Vietnamese
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