Albanian College Tirana I vs Albanian College Tirana II

	A Albanian College Tirana I Tirana, Albania	A Albanian College Tirana II Tirana, Albania
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year ALL 4,000 - 10,450	Fees / year ALL 4,800 - 7,000
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 16 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), American Curriculum	Curriculum American Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils 1,100	Pupils 225
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Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2015	Opened 2024
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Rr. Dritan Hoxha, nr. 18, Tirana, 1057, Albania. Tirana is the capital city of Albania. The school is located in Tirana.	Location Kodra e Diellit Street, Tirana, Albania.
Stages	Stages PYP Programme (ages 3-10), MYP Programme (ages 11-16), DP Programme (ages 16-18), American Programme (grades 6-12).	Stages Early Years; Middle School Programme; Primary School Programme
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Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix More than 15 countries represented.
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Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application fee - A non-refundable application fee of EUR 70 is payable when the application form is submitted; this covers administrative costs including any required testing. Tuition fees by programme and year group (annual and installment breakdowns) - ACT American Programme (annual tuition): - Early Years: EUR 4,000 per year. - Grades 1–5: EUR 4,800 per year. - Grades 6–12: EUR 5,800 per year. - ACT International Baccalaureate (annual tuition): - Early Years: EUR 7,000 per year. - Grades 1–5: EUR 9,250 per year. - Grades 6–9: EUR 9,450 per year. - Grades 10–12: EUR 10,450 per year. - Installment payment breakdown (three-installment option): - Installment dates: 1 August, 1 December, and 1 April (payments must be received by the due date). - ACT American Programme three-installment amounts: - Early Years: EUR 1,400 / EUR 1,400 / EUR 1,200. - Grades 1–5: EUR 1,600 / EUR 1,600 / EUR 1,600. - Grades 6–12: EUR 2,000 / EUR 2,000 / EUR 1,800. - ACT IB Programme three-installment amounts: - Early Years: EUR 2,400 / EUR 2,400 / EUR 2,200. - Grades 1–5: EUR 3,100 / EUR 3,100 / EUR 3,050. - Grades 6–9: EUR 3,150 / EUR 3,150 / EUR 3,150. - Grades 10–12: EUR 3,500 / EUR 3,500 / EUR 3,450. Billing schedule and payment terms - Standard billing schedule: three installments with due dates on 1 August, 1 December, and 1 April. Payments must be received by the due date to avoid penalties. - Late payment penalty: interest charged at 2% compounded monthly on amounts not received by the due date. - New enrolments: a five-day grace period applies for students enrolling after a scheduled payment date before late fees are applied. - Re-enrolment: students are considered re-enrolled automatically unless the school is notified in writing by 1 August of the coming school year. Late fees apply thereafter. - Sibling discounts: - For the IB Programme there is a 10% discount for additional children in the same family (the oldest child pays full fees). Early Years students do not receive tuition discounts. - No sibling discount is offered for the American Programme. Boarding fees - There is no boarding programme or boarding fees listed as part of the published tuition procedures; fees reflect day-school provision only. Other costs and optional fees - School uniform: a uniform set is not included in tuition and is charged at EUR 150. - Transportation: an optional transport service is charged at EUR 1,200 per year; transportation may be paid in three installments. - Textbooks and learning materials: - For the IB Programme, textbooks are offered on loan; parents are responsible for replacement costs and a 20% restocking fee if books are returned damaged. Textbook costs vary by grade and are not included in tuition. - For the American Programme, textbooks are not included in tuition and vary by grade. - Calculators: Grade 11 students are required to have a TI-84 Plus; the school may supply one for purchase at up to EUR 300. Grade 12 students in the IB Programme may also incur calculator-related charges. - Examination fees: Grade 12 IB students have examination fees in addition to tuition; the specific amount is charged separately. - After-school activities: most after-school activities are included in tuition, but certain activities may have additional charges when advertised by activity organisers. Refund information - The application fee is explicitly non-refundable. There is no separate tuition-refund schedule detailed in the published tuition procedures. Refunds or charges for lost/damaged loaned textbooks and other specific charges are handled as described (e.g., replacement price + 20% restocking for damaged IB textbooks). Fee payment options and instructions - Accepted payment channel: bank transfer to the school's accounts at OTP Bank Albania or Raiffeisen Bank, in EUR or ALL, using the beneficiary name “ALBANIAN COLLEGE SHPK.” Parents are asked to forward the payment receipt to accounting@actirana.edu.al after making the transfer. Specific account numbers and SWIFT codes are supplied for EUR and ALL payments. - Transportation may be paid in three installments in line with the tuition installment schedule. Approval and fee-setting note - The published tuition procedures indicate that fees for succeeding years are released by the end of March of the current academic year and that fees are set annually in accordance with related costs.	Fee details Application fee - Application Fee: EUR 70. This fee is non‑refundable and is payable when the application form is submitted; it covers administrative costs including any required testing. Tuition fees (annual and installment breakdown by year group) - Early Years: EUR 4,800 per year. Installment option: three equal instalments of EUR 1,600 (1st, 2nd, 3rd). - Grades 1–5: EUR 5,600 per year. Installment option: EUR 1,900 (1st), EUR 1,900 (2nd), EUR 1,800 (3rd). - Grades 6–9: EUR 6,000 per year. Installment option: EUR 2,000 (1st), EUR 2,000 (2nd), EUR 2,000 (3rd). - Grade 10: EUR 7,000 per year. Installment option: EUR 2,500 (1st), EUR 2,500 (2nd), EUR 2,000 (3rd). - Grade 11: EUR 7,000 per year; additional Calculator fee applies (see Other costs). Installment option: EUR 2,500 (1st), EUR 2,500 (2nd), EUR 2,000 (3rd). - Grade 12: EUR 7,000 per year; additional Examination fees apply. Installment option follows the Grades 10–12 schedule above. Billing schedule and payment terms - Standard payment schedule (installment dates): First installment due 1 August; Second installment due 1 December; Third installment due 1 April. Each installment must be received by the due date to avoid late fees. Students enrolling after a payment date have a five‑day grace period before late fees apply. Re‑enrollment is automatic unless the main office is notified in writing by 1 August; without notification, late fees will apply. Late payments are charged an interest penalty of 2% compounded monthly. Boarding fees - Boarding: Not applicable. No boarding fees are listed. Other costs and mandatory items - School Uniform Set: EUR 150 (not included in tuition). - Transportation (bus): EUR 1,200 per year; transportation may be paid in three installments. - Calculator (Grade 11 and 12): Grade 11 students are required to have a TI‑84 Plus calculator; cost when purchased through the school is up to EUR 300. Grade 12 examination‑related fees also apply. - Textbooks for IB programmes: textbooks are provided on loan; any damaged or unreturned texts incur a charge equal to the published price of the book plus a 20% restocking fee. - After‑school activities: generally included in tuition, though some activities may carry additional charges as advertised by the activity organisers. Refund information - No specific refund policy or refund amounts are provided in the published tuition procedures. Fee payment options and banking details (how to pay) - Payments are to be made by bank transfer through one of the school's specified banks. Required payment details include beneficiary name “ALBANIAN COLLEGE SHPK” and the supplied IBANs and SWIFT codes for EUR and ALL accounts at OTP Bank Albania and Raiffeisen Bank. After payment, forward the payment receipt to accounting@actirana.edu.al. What is included in the tuition - Tuition covers class attendance, access to the school cafeteria, facilities and library, and textbooks on loan for the IB programmes (subject to the return/damage terms listed). Some after‑school activities are included; exceptions where extra charges apply will be advertised by the activity organisers. Notes on annual fee setting and changes - Fees for succeeding years are set and released in advance by the school; the school states that fees are set in accordance with related costs and released by the end of March for the coming year.
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The Albanian College Tirana 1 offers IB Primary School Programme (PYP), IB Middle School Programme (MYP), IB Diploma Programme (DP), and the American Programme (AMP). The DP is fully authorised as an IB World School for students aged 16–19, with six subject groups and a Core (Theory of Knowledge, CAS, Extended Essay). PYP and MYP are inquiry-based, transdisciplinary programmes with Approaches to Learning (ATL) skills; language of instruction is English with Albanian language classes. Albanian Literature and English Language and Literature are offered within the DP, and English B is available through Language Acquisition. The American Programme provides Cognia-accredited, standards-based education for grades 6–12 with core subjects and electives (including German, Albanian, the arts, and technology) and supports college/university pathways.	Curriculum details The school has Early Years, Primary School, and Middle School Programmes. The Early Years curriculum is concept-driven and delivered through an inquiry- and play-based approach. It includes four units of inquiry across English Language, Albanian Language, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Music, Visual Arts, and Personal, Social, and Physical Education (PSPE). The curriculum emphasizes hands-on, play-based learning and develops social, self-management, communication, thinking, and research skills. It fosters independence and aims for students to communicate effectively, collaborate with others, and take ownership of their learning and actions.
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Higher education progression	Higher education progression The American Programme is Cognia-accredited, ranks grades 6–12, and supports college/university pathways worldwide with an advisory program to help students identify and pursue higher education opportunities; many students also supplement their studies with Albanian Matura for local university access.	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented Enrichment options include Pamoja online DP courses (Economics HL/SL, Digital Society SL/HL, Philosophy SL, Psychology SL/HL) offered to Diploma Programme students.	Gifted and talented —
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English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
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Facilities	Facilities
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
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Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies —
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Step 1. How to apply and obtain information. The school provides a How to Apply section to guide prospective families and to learn more about Albanian College Tirana. The section clarifies how to apply and where to access additional information. The links available are APPLY HERE, MORE INFORMATION, and SCHOOL PROFILE. Step 2. Submit an Expression of Interest. An online Expression of Interest form is available via the APPLY HERE link. The form is titled "Expression of Interest Form" and is hosted on Google Forms, with fields including the Programme and Grade Level, School Year, Student's Full Name, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Gender, Age, Nationality, Previous School, Home Address, Parent Name, English Speaker, Parent's Phone Number, Parent's Email, and School Transport Requested. Step 3. Access the School Profile and contact information. The School Profile is available via a linked resource, and the page provides contact details such as the address and email: Rr. Dritan Hoxha, nr. 18, Tirana, 1057, Albania; info@actirana.edu.al.	Admissions —
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