German International School of Silicon Valley
International School in San Francisco
Quick answer
German International School of Silicon Valley offers a multi-track American and German programme. Well-suited to premium-budget families. Tuition of $28,725–$36,425/year is in line with San Francisco averages. Graduates leave with US Diploma and Abitur.
Key facts
- Curriculum: American, German leaving qualifications include US Diploma and Abitur.
- Tuition: $28,725–$36,425/yr published in USD, US$ equivalent.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: WASC verified.
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US Diploma and Abitur
About German International School of Silicon Valley
The German International School of Silicon Valley is a private bilingual immersion school with an educational program serving children of all nationalities from Preschool through the 12th grade in the San Francisco Bay Area (Mountain View and San Francisco). GISSV is the only elementary and secondary school in the Western United States that meets the strict accreditation requirements of the German government and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), thus enabling entry into the best European and American colleges and universities.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $28,725 – $36,425 |
| Annual tuition (USD) | 28725-36425 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $34,135(+5%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $35,635 |
| Cost position in San Francisco | 29th percentile(mid-range) |
American, German
US Diploma and Abitur
German International Abitur California High School Diploma
French, Spanish
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