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Below, we have compiled the top 20 American international schools in South Korea according to our users. However, there are another 46 schools to choose from in the country. You can find the best international school for your child by personalising your results. Just fill in your search criteria, and we will calculate a personal score for every international school in the city of your choosing based on your requirements.

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Yongsan International School of Seoul

TRUTH. EXCELLENCE. DIVERSITY.
YISS is a diverse school community offering a safe, close, and caring environment. Together, our students, parents, faculty, staff, and alumni collaborate to make our school a warm, welcoming place.
City
Seoul
Curriculum
American, Christian
Language of instruction
English
Ages
5 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: ₩30,315,183
to: ₩35,415,183

Korea International School Pangyo Campus

Korea International School Pangyo Campus is a private, non-profit, nonsectarian school offering an American college preparatory curriculum. KIS was established in 2000 and is located in a state-of-the-art facility in the rapidly glowing southern Seoul suburb of Pangyo.
City
Seoul
Curriculum
American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: ₩32,804,227
to: ₩44,744,043
Reviews
(1 review)

Best 20 American International Schools in South Korea

Out of a total of 38 American International Schools in South Korea (and 66 total International Schools in South Korea)

Based on the aggregated preferences of our users in the last 30 days.

St. Johnsbury Academy Jeju

St. Johnsbury Academy Jeju is an international day and boarding school for students in grades Pre-K3 through 12th, located on the island of Jeju in South Korea.
City
Jeju
Curriculum
American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: ₩37,595,945
to: ₩41,329,058
Reviews
(2 reviews)

Korea International School Jeju Campus

Korea International School, Jeju Campus is a co-educational day and boarding school offering a rigorous American curriculum from Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12, with boarding starting in Grade 6. We emphasize academic excellence, character development, and a global perspective, supported by outstanding facilities for athletics, academics, and the arts.
City
Jeju
Curriculum
American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
4 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: ₩29,673,897
to: ₩41,956,107
Reviews
(1 review)

Korea International School Seoul

Korea International School Seoul : We are a non-sectarian, international, inclusive, inquiry-driven learning community for elementary-aged children.
City
Seoul
Curriculum
American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 11
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: ₩31,523,391
to: ₩35,349,274
Reviews
(1 review)

International Christian School Uijeongbu

The International Christian School Uijeongbu is an international school on the northern edge of the Seoul metropolitan area and is part of the Network of International Christian Schools (NICS). ICSU follows an American curriculum, and all instruction is in English. For its high school students, AP (Advanced Placement) classes are available, which can give college credit at universities across the United States. ICSU is accredited by WASC, ACSI and registered as a Foreign School with the Korean Ministry of Education.
City
Seoul
Curriculum
American, Christian
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: ₩22,644,698
to: ₩25,396,983

Asia Pacific International School

Asia Pacific International School educates students in a loving and caring Christian environment to become globally enlightened citizens, who can bridge between East and West and embrace exciting challenges of the New Pacific Century.
City
Seoul
Curriculum
Christian, American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: ₩33,116,839
to: ₩40,963,695
Reviews
(1 review)

Korea International School Pangyo Campus

Korea International School Pangyo Campus is a private, non-profit, nonsectarian school offering an American college preparatory curriculum. KIS was established in 2000 and is located in a state-of-the-art facility in the rapidly glowing southern Seoul suburb of Pangyo.
City
Seoul
Curriculum
American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: ₩32,804,227
to: ₩44,744,043
Reviews
(1 review)

Yongsan International School of Seoul

TRUTH. EXCELLENCE. DIVERSITY.
YISS is a diverse school community offering a safe, close, and caring environment. Together, our students, parents, faculty, staff, and alumni collaborate to make our school a warm, welcoming place.
City
Seoul
Curriculum
American, Christian
Language of instruction
English
Ages
5 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: ₩30,315,183
to: ₩35,415,183

BC Collegiate Seocho

BC Collegiate Seocho believes that every child has the potential to build a bright future by dreaming boldly and striving to achieve their goals.
City
Seoul
Curriculum
American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 11
This school does not make their fees public.

SALT International

SALT International School is a K–12 Christian international school in Korea committed to developing students of character, purpose, and global impact. Built on the belief that “You are the salt of the earth,” SALT values not only academic excellence but also compassion, integrity, responsibility, and service.
Students at SALT learn in a personalized, relationship-centered environment where every child is known, supported, and mentored. Our curriculum integrates rigorous academics with leadership development, sustainability initiatives, and real-world action projects across multiple countries, preparing students not just for university — but for life.
With a strong focus on Empowerment through Action, SALT students are encouraged to think deeply, serve others, and lead with humility and courage. We strive to cultivate graduates who do not simply succeed in the world, but help shape it for good.
City
Seoul
Curriculum
American, Christian
Language of instruction
English
Ages
6 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.

Seoul International School

High academic standing - great students and community
City
Seoul
Curriculum
American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: ₩31,991,809
to: ₩39,374,690

Saint Paul Preparatory Seoul

By providing a supportive community and close personal attention to its students, SPPS develops confident, active learners and respectful citizens who lead transformative lives. Our Five Core Values are embedded in the SPPS curriculum; Integrity, Maturity, Independency, Communication, and Transformation are modeled by all faculty, staff, and students and are implemented throughout all grade levels.
City
Seoul
Curriculum
American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
12 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.
Reviews
(4 reviews)

Fayston Preparatory of Suji

Fayston Preparatory is a Christian international private school in Yongin, South Korea.
City
Seoul
Curriculum
Christian, American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
4 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.

Saint Paul American Scholars

Saint Paul American Scholars is committed to providing our students with high-quality education anchored in the academic standards of the United States. All class instruction and communication with and among students is conducted in the English language.
City
Seoul
Curriculum
American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.

Global Christian Foreign School

Global Christian Foreign School is a foreign school located in the heart of Seoul, Korea in Hannam-dong. Since 1996, GCFS has been devoted to raising up global Christian leaders in grades K-12, serving expatriate families and preparing students to excel at the university level.
City
Seoul
Curriculum
American, Christian
Language of instruction
English
Ages
5 to 18
Yearly fees - 2024/2025
from: ₩20,729,259
to: ₩23,729,259

Cornerstone Collegiate Academy of Seoul

Cornerstone Collegiate Academy of Seoul is a co-educational, independent, private college preparatory academy for elementary and secondary studens in Seoul.
City
Seoul
Curriculum
American, Christian
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.

Cheongna Dalton School

Cheongna Dalton School is located in Cheongna International City, conveniently situated in the middle of the two major metropolises – Seoul and Incheon.
City
Seoul
Curriculum
American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
4 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: ₩28,092,463
to: ₩31,592,463

Shepherd International Education

Shepherd International Education is a fully accredited learning institution for K-12, located in Amsa, Seoul, South Korea.
City
Seoul
Curriculum
American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
6 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.

Haven Christian School

City
Seoul
Curriculum
American, Christian
Language of instruction
English
Ages
6 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.

Saint Paul Academy Daechi

Saint Paul Academy Daechi prepares students to achieve professional success in the global community and to become leaders with broad perspectives and high expectations for themselves and others.
SPAD believes that students must be culturally literate as well as competent problem solvers.
City
Seoul
Curriculum
American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
14 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.

Seoul Central International

Seoul Central International is a K12 community with three levels, Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), and High School (9-12). It is SCI's purpose as a highly academic institution to provide students with a rigorous and purposeful American curriculum.
City
Seoul
Curriculum
American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.
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Summary

What are the best American international schools in South Korea?

  1. St. Johnsbury Academy Jeju
  2. Korea International School Jeju Campus
  3. Korea International School Seoul
  4. International Christian School Uijeongbu
  5. Asia Pacific International School
  6. Korea International School Pangyo Campus
  7. Yongsan International School of Seoul
  8. BC Collegiate Seocho
  9. SALT International
  10. Seoul International School
  11. Saint Paul Preparatory Seoul
  12. Fayston Preparatory of Suji
  13. Saint Paul American Scholars
  14. Global Christian Foreign School
  15. Cornerstone Collegiate Academy of Seoul
  16. Cheongna Dalton School
  17. Shepherd International Education
  18. Haven Christian School
  19. Saint Paul Academy Daechi
  20. Seoul Central International

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How Many International Schools are there in South Korea?

There are 66 international schools in South Korea. See them all

What are the most popular curriculums in South Korea?
Curriculum International schools
American 38  
Christian 21  
IB 13  
British 9  
International 4  
Other 10  

Additionally, there are 10 boarding schools in South Korea.

What are the most popular languages of instruction?
Language International schools
English 65  
French 2  
Korean 1  
German 1  

Among these, there are 3 bilingual schools in South Korea.

How Much do International Schools cost in South Korea?

The average price of international schools in South Korea is ₩32,929,385. (*)

Price for 12 y.o.
Min. price ₩9,401,000
Avg. price ₩32,929,385
Max. price ₩55,230,230
Price for 12 y.o. Number of international schools
₩9,401,000 to ₩17,637,499 2  
₩17,637,500 to ₩25,873,999 6  
₩25,874,000 to ₩34,110,499 7  
₩34,110,500 to ₩42,346,999 11  
₩42,347,000 to ₩50,583,499 3  
₩50,583,500 to ₩58,819,999 1  

(*) The price for one year of fees for a 12 year old (or the closest age to 12 available in the school), excluding one-time fees at enrolment.

How Big are Class Sizes in South Korea?

The average class size of international schools in South Korea is 14.1 students.

Class Size Number of international schools
5 to 9 7  
10 to 14 8  
15 to 19 14  
20 to 24 5  

How big are the schools in South Korea (in number of students)?

The average size, in number of students, of international schools in South Korea is 471 students.

Number of students Number of international schools
50 to 399 29  
400 to 749 6  
750 to 1,099 4  
1,100 to 1,449 4  
1,450 to 1,799 3  

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