Kaohsiung American School is a IB Middle Years Programme / IB Diploma Programme / IB school in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Founded in 1989. Annual tuition ranges from $14,753 to $17,372 USD.
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About
Kaohsiung American School is a private, coeducational day school in Taiwan authorized by the International Baccalaureate since April 2010. The school offers both the Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme with English as the language of instruction. Students study a wide range of subjects including sciences, mathematics, humanities, languages, and arts.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
LEED-certified campus with a 400-seat performing arts theater, five science laboratories, an elementary STEAM makerspace, and the Thomas Farrell Athletics Complex including a swimming pool and rooftop tennis court. Blends U.S. standards-based curriculum with the IB Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme. Offers the Future Leaders Program and Global Online Academy electives. Comprehensive EAL, learning support, and dedicated full-time counseling team across all school levels within a diverse, multinational community.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Grades 6-8 | TWD 522,800 |
| Grades 9-12 | TWD 555,900 |
| Pre-K to Grade 5 | TWD 472,100 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: NT$7,554 - 8,894. Application fee: $156.
Admissions Process
- 1Submit online application (accepted year-round). 2) Schedule a campus visit Monday–Friday at 9:30 AM or 1:30 PM. 3) Meet entry requirements — valid foreign passport required; English proficiency required for grades 3–12. 4) Complete admissions screening including a placement exam and English language evaluation; possible interview with teachers or principal. 5) Receive admission decision (accepted, waitlisted, or declined). 6) Complete onboarding and orientation upon acceptance. 7) If no space available, family is placed on a waitlist and contacted when a spot opens.
Admissions Details
KAS uses a waitlist for grades where spaces are not currently available. Families are placed on the waitlist and contacted as soon as a spot becomes available. Waitlisted families may move into a spot earlier if higher-priority candidates enroll.
School Day
Elementary days typically run from 8:00 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. with a snack break (9:45–10:00) and a mid-day lunch/recess block (12:00–12:45). An early dismissal period (2:50–3:10) occurs on some days.
Student Life
Middle School uses BIG Time with house competitions.
Lunch is offered; families may elect to order lunch for a fee. Lunch menus include Set A, Set B, and Vegetarian options, with sides.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Mental wellbeing is supported through SEL and wellness initiatives led by a dedicated team of four full-time counselors across elementary, middle, and high school levels. Counselors provide 1:1 and small-group counseling, support for behavior management and personal relationships, and SEL embedded in classroom instruction and curriculum.
KAS endorses the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and adheres to Taiwan's Protection of Children and Youth Welfare and Rights Act in collaboration with Taiwan's Bureau of Education and Ministry of Social Welfare. The Child Protection and Safeguarding Handbook covers staff background checks, training to recognise abuse and neglect, and a team-based safeguarding response. Age-appropriate safeguarding lessons are embedded in the PreK–12 curriculum, supported by a Code of Conduct for all adults and visitor guidelines.
Student Demographics
School Background
private