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The American College of Sofia

International School in Sofia

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The American College of Sofia (ACS) serves 954 students from 15 nationalities aged 13 to 18 — sixth-form-focused American international school in Bulgaria. The school combines an American curriculum with the IB Diploma at upper school, accredited by IBO and MSA-CESS. Strong fit for academically-talented Bulgarian and international expat families seeking American-track sixth-form education with US-college progression. Long-established choice with strong Oxbridge and US-university placement.

Key facts

  • Curriculum: IB, American leaving qualifications include IB Diploma and AP and PSAT.
  • Tuition: $23,577–$23,577/yr published in BGN, US$ equivalent.
  • Avg class size: 19 (max 19) Sofia international school · 954 students total.
  • 15 nationalities top: Bulgarian.
  • Ages: Ages 13 to 18 school day starts at 08:15.
  • Accreditations: IBO, MSA-CESS listed accreditations.
IB, AmericanAges 13 to 18English$23,577/yr(42438 лв-42438 лв)
Est. all-in: $24,457/yr(+4%, modeled)Premium in SofiaOpen admissions86% data coverage
Students

954

Nationalities

15 (Bulgarian)

Class Size

19 avg / 19 max

Boarding

Available

Accreditations

IBO, MSA-CESS

Qualifications

IB Diploma and AP and PSAT

multi-curriculumibamerican-curriculumpremium-tierboardingopen-admissions

About The American College of Sofia

The American College of Sofia integrates the values and best practices of American pedagogy with the rich educational traditions of Bulgaria and Europe. ACS seeks to develop critical thinking, lifelong intellectual curiosity, leadership, and collaboration among multi-talented students of various social, cultural, economic, and geographic backgrounds.

Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)

Special educational needs (SEN)Stated
English as an additional language (EAL)Stated

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.

  • Educational psychologist available
  • EAL/ESL support listed

Not published

  • —In-house specialist staff not listed

Questions to ask the school

  1. 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.
  2. Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
  3. Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
Annual fees and costs for The American College of Sofia
ItemAmount
Annual tuition (USD)$23,577
Annual tuition (BGN)42438 лв-42438 лв
Fee year2025-2026
Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate$24,457(+4%)
Est. first-year total (modeled)$25,957
Cost position in Sofia100th percentile(premium tier)
Curriculum

IB, American

Leaving qualifications

IB Diploma and AP and PSAT

External examinations

IB Diploma, State Maturity Exams, AP Exams (Advanced Placement), PSAT, SAT

Exam results

Typically very high

Additional languages

Bulgarian, French, German, Spanish

Learning support

unknown

Special needs staff

No

ESL / EAL support

Yes, English as a Second Language courses and Extra English classes after school

Education psychologistYes
School hours

08:15 – 15:35

School busNo
Lunch

Yes, homemade and healthy breakfasts and lunches are available to all ACS students, faculty and staff. Dinner is also available to those boarding.

Uniform requiredNo
After-school careNo
Dietary accommodations

Yes, vegetarian choices are available daily.

Listing imported: 2026-04-27Data source: scrapedConfidence: highData completeness: 86%Sources: none yet — confirm with the school

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At a Glance

Fee Position in Sofia

Premium
Median
$6,981$23,577$30,263

School Profile

AffordabilitySchool SizeSmall ClassesDiversity
The American College of Sofia

Class Size

This school
19
City avg
17

Student Diversity

15nationalities954 students

Moderately diverse

Common: Bulgarian

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