Dallas International School is a IB school in Dallas, United States. Founded in 1991. Annual tuition ranges from $1,000 to $31,650 USD.
Location & Getting There
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Key Details
Scholarships Available
Financial aid is available to returning and new students through an annual process beginning in early Spring. DIS provides on average about $5,000 in financial aid per qualifying student per year. Applications require registration with Blackbaud Financial Aid Management (BBFAM) and submission of documents including prior tax returns; deadline is April 30. French nationals may also apply for need-based bourse scolaire scholarships from the French government via the French Consulate.
Academic Performance
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About
Dallas International School is a private, coeducational day school in Dallas, Texas authorized as an IB World School since April 2007. The school offers English-language instruction and is part of the International Baccalaureate network of schools.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Bilingual French-English program recognized by the French Ministry of Education through Grade 12; IB World School since 2007 offering both French Baccalaureate and IB Diploma pathways including Bilingual and Advanced Bilingual IB Diploma; five-language immersion (French, English, Spanish, Mandarin, German); 100% French Baccalaureate pass rate and 100% college matriculation rate; dual-degree pathways with Sciences Po Paris and UC Berkeley; Global Exchange program; over 30 nationalities with 50% of students holding dual citizenship.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Elementary Grades 1–4 Early Rate | USD 26,000 |
| Elementary Grades 1–4 Regular Rate | USD 26,700 |
| Upper Middle Grades 7–9 Early Rate | USD 27,850 |
| High School Grades 10–12 Early Rate | USD 30,750 |
| Upper Middle Grades 7–9 Regular Rate | USD 28,650 |
| High School Grades 10–12 Regular Rate | USD 31,650 |
| Early Childhood (EC2–Kindergarten) Early Rate | USD 24,800 |
| Lower Secondary / Middle Grades 5–6 Early Rate | USD 26,100 |
| Early Childhood (EC2–Kindergarten) Regular Rate | USD 25,500 |
| Lower Secondary / Middle Grades 5–6 Regular Rate | USD 26,800 |
Original currency: USD 1,000 - 31,650. Application fee: $1,000.
Admissions Process
- 1Start Your Journey: reach out by email or submit an inquiry via Ravenna. 2. Register with DIS: submit an inquiry form via Ravenna. 3. Schedule Your Visit: attend an open house or schedule a private tour. 4. Submit Your Application: main admissions cycle runs from beginning of October through end of January; apply via Ravenna.
Admissions Details
School Day
Waterview Campus is open from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Class start time is 8:15 a.m. Afternoon carpool begins at 3:25 p.m. and ends at 5:00 p.m. Lunch is provided by Sage Dining Services.
Student Life
DIS has a House system with a House points system and a House Cup. Houses are named Songhai, Middle Kingdom, Tenochtitlan, and Athens.
DIS has a Uniform and Dress Code Policy. Uniforms must be worn during school hours and at designated events. A separate PHE uniform is required for physical education. Uniform vendors are Tommy Hilfiger and Lands' End.
SAGE Dining Services provides meals at both campuses; meals are included in tuition.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Dedicated school counselors at each campus promote wellbeing and student success using the CharacterStrong curriculum. Core values of Empathy, Integrity, Resilience, Respect, and Responsibility guide behavior. The See Something, Say Something anonymous reporting program addresses bullying. Counselors including Kymberly Brinkley (Grades 5–12) provide confidential support.
DIS uses a See Something, Say Something anonymous reporting system for bullying or other concerns, reviewed promptly. The anonymous form does not capture email addresses. The DIS Anti-Bullying Policy provides safeguarding guidance. Students are encouraged to report issues to a trusted adult.
Student Demographics
School Background
private