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United States offers a range of international schools for expat families, with options spanning British, IB, American, and other curricula. Families relocating here will find schools at various price points, from affordable to premium institutions with world-class facilities.
Compare 76 international schools in United States. Filter by curriculum, fees (average USD 22,746), location, and more to find the right international school now.
There are 76 international schools in United States covering 20 curricula. The most widely offered are French Curriculum (25), American Curriculum (25), Bespoke Curriculum (24), IB (DP) (22), IB (PYP) (14). If your child may move countries again, an internationally-portable curriculum (IB, or Cambridge/British) keeps options open; if you're likely to settle, a curriculum matching your home or target university system can be the better fit.
Annual tuition across United States runs from about USD 100 to USD 75,300, averaging roughly USD 23,225. Budget for one-off costs on top — application and enrolment fees, a refundable deposit, uniform, transport and exams.
Sought-after schools in United States run waiting lists, so apply early — ideally a term or two ahead. Most admissions involve an application, prior school reports and an assessment or interview, with entry points often tied to the school year. Each school's profile shows term dates, open days and how to enquire.
13 of the 76 schools offer boarding — useful if you're relocating or want weekly or full boarding.
doris lists every international school in United States we can find — not only those that pay. We take no placement fees and sell no rankings or "top school" spots, so the schools above aren't ordered by who paid most. Details come from the schools' own information and public sources, and you can compare any of them side by side.
