Which school is cheaper: Marlborough College Malaysia or Raffles American School?

Raffles American School has lower published tuition than Marlborough College Malaysia — roughly 49% cheaper at the midpoint. Raffles American School runs $8,617-$22,660 USD/year; Marlborough College Malaysia runs $12,766-$33,830.

What is the true annual cost difference between Marlborough College Malaysia and Raffles American School?

Including hidden fees (capital levy, registration, transport, uniform, technology, activities), Raffles American School runs about $17,289 per year vs $24,948 at Marlborough College Malaysia — a difference of $7,659.

Which curriculum does Marlborough College Malaysia vs Raffles American School offer?

Marlborough College Malaysia offers IB and British leading to IGCSE and IB Diploma. Raffles American School offers IB and American leading to IB Diploma and AP.

How do admissions compare between Marlborough College Malaysia and Raffles American School?

Marlborough College Malaysia has Moderate admissions; Raffles American School has Open admissions. The WhereNext Admissions Openness scale combines waiting-list status, admissions cadence, mid-year entry availability, and entry evaluation requirements.

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Marlborough College Malaysia vs Raffles American School

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Raffles American School is 44% cheaper than Marlborough College Malaysia on true annual cost ($17,289 vs $24,948). Marlborough College Malaysia scores higher on the WhereNext Value Score (68/100 vs 63/100).

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