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International Secondary Schools in Taiwan

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About international schools in Taiwan

Secondary international schools in Taiwan are predominantly English-medium institutions that serve expatriate families and other foreign-passport holders, and they commonly offer international pathways such as the International Baccalaureate, American high-school diplomas with Advanced Placement options, and British IGCSE/A-level tracks alongside some Mandarin - English bilingual programmes. Fees vary substantially by school and location, but secondary tuition at established international schools commonly runs from several hundred thousand to over one million New Taiwan dollars per year, with additional one-off capital levies, transport and activity costs often charged separately. The academic year follows the northern-hemisphere pattern with a main August/September intake, though many schools operate rolling or mid-year admissions when places are available and will ask for transcripts, passport/ARC documentation and immunisation records during application. Under Taiwan’s regulatory framework, most schools licensed for “international residents” admit only students holding foreign nationality or dual nationality, so families should confirm eligibility and visa/ARC implications early in their move.

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At a glance 44 schools · avg fee TWD 209,364
Schools listed
44
Curricula
33
Average annual fee
TWD 209,364
Fee range
TWD 230 – 706,000
Most common curriculum
American Curriculum (28 schools)
Average school size
808 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Mingdao High School International Department (MDID)
Oldest
Taipei American School (1949)
With boarding
8

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FAQs for Taiwan

Which curricula will my teenager typically find at international secondary schools in Taiwan?
You will commonly find the International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes, American high-school diplomas that offer Advanced Placement (AP) courses, and British pathways that lead to IGCSEs and A-levels; some schools also run bilingual or mixed-curriculum models that combine local and international elements. Each pathway differs in assessment style and university recognition, so check a school’s course list and university guidance to match the programme to your child’s destination and learning preferences.
How much should we budget for secondary international schooling in Taiwan?
Annual tuition for secondary places varies widely by school and city but typically falls in the band of several hundred thousand up to around or above one million New Taiwan dollars; families should also allow for capital or enrolment levies, transport, lunches, uniforms and trips which can add materially to the true annual cost. Always request the full fee schedule from schools and ask whether published amounts include extras such as capital levies and technology fees.
When should we apply and what does the admissions process look like?
Most international schools follow a northern-hemisphere academic calendar with a main intake for August/September, so families planning a standard start should begin enquiries and applications several months earlier; many schools also operate rolling admissions and accept mid-year entrants if places exist. Typical application requirements include the student’s passport, proof of residence or ARC (or employment letter if newly arrived), recent school reports, immunisation records and an application fee, and many schools use assessments, interviews or trial days as part of placement decisions.
Can local (ROC) citizens attend international schools in Taiwan?
By law, most schools established as “schools for international residents” are authorised to admit students holding foreign nationality, and Taiwanese nationals without a second passport are usually ineligible; there are some exceptions and evolving bilingual-school policies, so eligibility can vary by school and special programmes. Confirm a school’s published admissions policy and, if relevant, discuss any exceptional entry routes with the school and the local education authorities before relocating.
What language support and Mandarin opportunities do international secondary schools offer?
Instruction in international schools is typically delivered in English, with Mandarin offered either as a taught modern language subject or as part of a bilingual stream in schools that market themselves as bilingual; many schools also provide English as an Additional Language (EAL) support for newcomers. If acquiring Mandarin is a priority, ask schools for details on the intensity of Mandarin lessons, whether they offer native-speaker classes, and how language learning is assessed and timetabled.