American English Academy
International School in Sofia
Quick answer
American English Academy provides an American curriculum with AP course options, with notably small class sizes averaging 15 students. Tuition of $18,183–$26,590/year is in line with Sofia averages. Graduates leave with US Diploma and AP.
Key facts
- Curriculum: American leaving qualifications include US Diploma and AP.
- Tuition: $18,183–$26,590/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 15 (max 20) Sofia international school · 275 students total.
- 35 nationalities top: Bulgarian.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at 8:00 am.
- Accreditations: MSA-CESS verified.
275
35 (Bulgarian)
15 avg / 20 max
Rolling
MSA-CESS
US Diploma and AP
About American English Academy
The American English Academy is a day private coeducational international school which offers a full U.S. standards-based educational program from Pre-Kindergarten (age 3) through Grade 12. Based on international Best Practices and accreditation requirements, the school’s curriculum follows the U.S. Common Core Educational Standards. The learning program is in English language, student-centered, and includes a wide range of after-school activities and sports.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $18,183 – $26,590 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 18183 лв-26590 лв |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $24,037(+7%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $25,537 |
| Cost position in Sofia | 55th percentile(above average) |
American
US Diploma and AP
American diploma, SAT preparation, Advanced placement courses and examination
Good to excellent
Spanish
Additional psychological support, speech therapist, language support at Elementary school
Yes, to a small extent
Yes
8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Yes
Limited
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Sofia
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Common: Bulgarian
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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