Lincoln School is a IB Diploma Programme / IB Middle Years Programme / IB Primary Years Programme / IB school in San Miguel de Santo Domingo, Costa Rica. Annual tuition ranges from $16,600 to $34,240 USD.
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Location & Getting There
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Key Details
Scholarships Available
Each year the Board allocates a percentage of the operating budget for financial support and scholarships. Applications require full documentation submission and may include an interview with the Superintendent and Business Manager. Families receiving financial support are expected to perform voluntary services for the school.
Key facts
About
Lincoln School is a private, coeducational day school in Costa Rica that has been an authorized IB World School since 1995. The school offers the complete IB continuum, including the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme, with instruction in both English and Spanish. Students benefit from comprehensive IB education across all age levels, from early childhood through university preparation.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Nine-hectare campus in La Lucila overlooking the Río de la Plata with an Ecological Nature Reserve. Bilingual IB Diploma Programme with 100% of students taking IB courses and 88% pursuing the full Diploma. Represents 45 nationalities. Extensive sports facilities including a 25-meter pool and 27,000 m² sports field. Over 60 after-school sports and activities. Nonprofit governance with board oversight including US Ambassador representation.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Middle Grade 8 | USD 31,000 |
| Kindergarten K5 | USD 22,800 |
| Kindergarten K3-K4 | USD 16,600 |
| Primary Grades 1-5 | USD 29,680 |
| High School Grades 9-12 | USD 34,240 |
| Upper Primary Grades 6-7 | USD 31,000 |
Original currency: ARS 16,600 - 34,240. Application fee: $2,968.
Admissions Process
- 1Fill in the application form. 2. Applications are accepted year-round. 3. The Admissions Team reviews inquiries and responds as soon as possible. For financial aid: contact Admissions, submit all required documents, and await notification; applicants may be asked to attend an interview with the Superintendent and Business Manager.
Admissions Details
Class sizes are capped per grade. If no space is available, applicants are wait-listed until a space opens. The wait-list date is the date all paperwork is submitted, not the date of initial contact.
Student Life
The school has a uniform policy. Lincoln spirit t-shirts are worn on Fridays. Uniforms are available through two vendors: ALVEAR DRIVE SCHOOL UNIFORMS (Alvear 410, Martinez) and LINCOLN UNIFORMS (delivered to home or school).
Lunch service is provided by COOK'S cafeteria with downloadable menus and a signup process. Monthly costs for 2025-2026: Kinder ARS 13,000; Grades 1-12 ARS 15,000; daily lunch ticket ARS 16,500. Payments accepted via QR, debit, credit, or Mercado Pago; cash not accepted. Special diets can be arranged through the Wellness Center.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
The Wellness Center provides nursing care, health promotion, and wellbeing support. A team of four registered nurses works with teachers, parents, and staff. Nurses are trained as CPR, AED, and First Aid instructors and offer health education workshops. The center supports physical, mental, and social well-being in line with WHO definitions.
Lincoln maintains a Child Protection Policy and a Safeguarding Policy and Handbook with guidelines for safeguarding and crisis intervention. Counselors and staff safeguard the rights of all community members through prevention and intervention within a comprehensive school counseling program, supported by ongoing staff training.
Student Demographics
School Background
private