German International School Washington D.C.
International School in Washington D.C. area
560
25 (Students from German-speaking countries make up the largest share, however, there is a significant number of international students from Central and South America, the Middle East, and Asia, as well as many students from the United States.)
18 avg / 24 max
Rolling
US Diploma and AP and Abitur
About German International School Washington D.C.
The German International School Washington D.C. is a private, co-educational institution with about 560 students in preschool through 12th grade, set on a quiet campus in Potomac, MD.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $21,335 – $27,493 |
| Annual tuition (USD) | 21335-27493 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $25,734(+5%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $27,234 |
| Cost position in Washington D.C. area | 33th percentile(mid-range) |
American, German
US Diploma and AP and Abitur
German International Abitur (DIA) High School Diploma AP SAT
Excellent
French, Spanish, Latin
Unfortunately we are not in a position to be able to provide this kind of support.
No
Yes, we have the Fast Track program for highly motivated and academically strong students enrolling in grades up to grade 5 without German language skills. And there is our Saturday school that supports with German language acquisition.
8:10 – Different times for different grade levels and also different on different weekdays. The earliest is 1:30pm and the latest is 4:45pm
Yes
Yes
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Washington D.C. area
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: Students from German-speaking countries make up the largest share, however, there is a significant number of international students from Central and South America, the Middle East, and Asia, as well as many students from the United States.
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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