Compare American Curriculum International Schools in Minneapolis, United States

Instructs in English

Ages 3 - 14 years

Fees $4,608 - 8,249

Pupils 337

Type Co-educational

Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis is a PK-8 Catholic parochial school that blends faith-based education with an international profile. It is an IB World School authorized for the Primary Years Programme (K–5), with the IB framework enriching the state curriculum through inquiry-based learning and a Program of Inquiry displayed in the main hallway. The school delivers state standards across subjects while offering specialist instruction in computer literacy, creative arts, physical education, and Spanish. The campus features a library with a full-time librarian, Promethean Smart Boards in every classroom, and learning specialists. Facilities include a gym, a daily-used playground, and Extended Day before/after-school care. Extracurriculars include Math Club, Science Fair, and Book Fair, plus athletics from Grade 2–8 and arts programs such as band and Youth Choir, and service-oriented activities through Annunciation Youth Ministry. Catholic values guide collaboration among families, parish, and staff. A welcoming, faith-centered community for families.

Location

Annunciation School is in South Minneapolis, Minnesota. The address is 525 W 54th St, Minneapolis, MN 55419. Annunciation Church is at 509 W 54th St, Minneapolis, MN 55419. The school has served South Minneapolis since 1923.

Stages

Preschool through 8th grade (Pre-K through 8th).

Type

Catholic parochial school

Additional learning support

Supports mild to moderate disabilities; supports may be provided by classroom teachers, support staff, public school district services, family-provided private services, or a combination. Special Education services and counseling are available; contact Learning Specialist Ellison Smith.

Country affiliation

United States

Religious affiliation

Catholic

School day structure

School hours are 8:00 am to 2:45 pm. Extended Day Before Care runs 7:00 am to 7:50 am; After Care runs 2:45 pm to 6:00 pm.

Bus service

Internal transportation is used for field trips and the Summer Extended Day program; a part-time commercial bus driver has been hired for these programs.

Application / Registration Fees
- Registration (annual, non-refundable): USD 200 per family if completed on or before February 13, 2026.
- Registration (late): USD 300 per family if completed after February 13, 2026.
- Registration (new families): USD 250 per family (applies to all new families).
- Financial-aid application processing fee (TADS): USD 34 per application (charged when applying for school financial aid through TADS).

K–8 Tuition (2026–27) — annual and household rates
- Per-child (standard tuition rate, before any Parish Involvement Discount):
- 1st child: USD 8,249.00 per year.
- 2nd child: USD 7,734.00 per year.
- 3rd child: USD 7,025.00 per year.
- 4th child: USD 6,180.00 per year.
- Per-family (combined household) standard tuition totals:
- 1 child household: USD 8,249.00 per year.
- 2 children household: USD 15,983.00 per year.
- 3 children household: USD 23,008.00 per year.
- 4+ children household: USD 29,188.00 per year.
- Parish Involvement Discount (PID): possible USD 1,200 discount applied for eligible families; PID-adjusted single-child example shown as USD 7,049.00. PID is applied after families self-report involvement and a parish representative approves eligibility.

Tuition — per-term / billing note
- Annual tuition above is billed through the school's billing platform (TADS). Families choose a payment plan in TADS; tuition payments for the 2026–27 school year begin in July 2026. Families who pay the full annual tuition by August 1, 2026 receive a 2% discount. Exact per-term or per‑installment amounts depend on the payment plan selected in TADS (annual, semi-annual, monthly/10‑ or 12‑month options as offered in TADS).

Preschool tuition (projected for 2026–27 preschool program)
- Full day (annual / monthly, September–May):
- 5 days: USD 8,028.00 per year (USD 892.00 per month).
- 4 days: USD 7,020.00 per year (USD 780.00 per month).
- 3 days: USD 5,760.00 per year (USD 640.00 per month).
- Half day (8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m., annual / monthly, September–May):
- 5 days: USD 4,608.00 per year (USD 512.00 per month).
- 4 days: USD 3,996.00 per year (USD 444.00 per month).
- 3 days: USD 3,240.00 per year (USD 360.00 per month).
- Extended Day and summer programs are billed separately; sibling discount of 5% on annual preschool rates when applicable.

Registration / activity / recurring student fees (2026–27)
- Activity fees (billed through TADS):
- Kindergarten: USD 60 per student.
- 1st–5th grade: USD 90 per student.
- 6th–8th grade: USD 120 per student.
- APO (Annunciation Parent Organization) dues: USD 60 per family (billed through TADS).
- Technology fees (billed through TADS):
- Kindergarten–2nd grade: USD 25 per student.
- 3rd–5th grade: USD 50 per student.
- 6th–8th grade (middle school 1:1 Chromebook program): USD 200 per student (middle school students receive a school-issued Chromebook and are responsible for upkeep; additional charges can apply for lost/damaged equipment).

Before/After school (Extended Day) and summer care fees
- Extended Day registration fee: USD 50 for the first child; USD 25 for each additional child.
- Before / after sessions (school year):
- Morning session (7:00 a.m.–7:50 a.m.): USD 7.00 per session per child (contracted rate).
- Afternoon session (2:25 p.m.–6:00 p.m.) contracted: USD 20.00 per session per child; add-on/extra-day rate USD 21.00 per session.
- School release day (7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.): USD 55.00 per day per child.
- Summer program daily fee: USD 55.00 per day (includes field trip/transportation). These Extended Day fees are billed monthly through TADS.
- Note: the Extended Day program provides a T‑shirt as part of registration; additional shirts are available for purchase.

Uniforms and related costs
- Uniforms are required as described in the school's uniform/dress-code policy; approved vendors include Dennis Uniform and A Pineapple Life for required pieces (e.g., khaki pants, logo sweatshirts). Specific item availability and pricing are set by vendors. Used/uniform-exchange options and a school-held uniform stock may be used for dress-code remediation.

Billing schedule, payment terms and processing fees
- Billing and tuition agreements are managed through TADS. Tuition agreements are issued via TADS in the spring; for 2026–27, tuition payments begin in July 2026 and tuition agreements were due in mid‑May 2026 for re-enrollment. Families choose a payment plan in TADS. A 2% discount is available for families who pay the full annual tuition by the specified pay-in-full date (August 1, 2026).
- TADS processing/transaction charges: bank account ACH payments processed electronically may incur a processing fee (TADS notes a maximum of USD 5 for a payment of USD 1,666 or above); credit-card payments incur a processing fee of approximately 3% of the payment. TADS also charges an agreement‑processing fee to set up tuition agreements and payment plans.

Boarding / residential fees
- Boarding is not offered. There are no boarding or residential fees for Annunciation Catholic School; the school operates as a day school (Preschool–8).

Other costs and occasional charges
- Lost/damaged technology (Chromebook, charger, screen, etc.) may result in repair or replacement charges billed to families.
- Field trips, special events, and some extracurricular activities may carry additional charges and are covered by the activity fee or billed separately through TADS as noted in the fee schedule.

Refund information
- Refunds or adjustments to tuition/fees are handled according to school enrollment and re-enrollment deadlines and the billing platform procedures. For example, families who notified the school by the published deadline for a given year were eligible to receive a refund check for any tuition already paid (the school has published specific notification deadlines tied to re-enrollment and special circumstances in school communications). Specific refund eligibility and deadlines are applied on a case-by-case basis and follow the school's published enrollment timelines.

Accepted payment methods
- The billing platform (TADS) accepts electronic bank/ACH payments and credit-card payments; credit‑card payments incur a processing fee (about 3%); ACH/bank electronic payments may incur a small processing fee as noted above. Families may also be able to pay in full by check or other methods through the school office as arranged with school business administration. All payments and payment plans are established in TADS.

If you need the exact per‑installment amounts for a particular payment plan (annual, two‑payment/semester, or monthly option), use the school's TADS billing options to select a plan and view the calculated installment amounts for the 2026–27 school year.

Uniform Requirement

Uniforms are required: green and white polo shirts with the Annunciation logo are worn tucked in; navy blue twill pants (no denim) or approved uniform bottoms; middle school may wear skirts or skorts. Uniform sweaters, sweatshirts, and jackets must bear the school logo; white socks; leggings or tights may be worn under skirts or jumpers during specified times; closed‑toe shoes are required; hats are not allowed.

Food Options

Annunciation participates in the Free School Meals for Kids Program; breakfast and lunch are provided through CKC and are free for students. Meal ordering is done monthly via Sycamore; students may bring a cold lunch, and milk is available for purchase through Lunchtime; breakfast and lunch ordering is not compatible with the mobile app.

Governance and Ownership

Annunciation Catholic School is a ministry of Annunciation Parish. The parish provides financial resources toward education and offers a tuition subsidy for active parish families. The Annunciation School Council (ASC) and the Annunciation Parent Organization (APO) advise the administration on enrollment, finances, facilities and planning, working with the pastor and the interim principal. Tuition is managed through TADS, with in-parish and out-of-parish rates published and need-based financial aid available through the Help-a-Student Fund.

Curriculum

The school is an IB World School authorized for the Primary Years Programme (PYP). The IB program enhances the current curriculum and does not replace traditional subjects; students continue to learn state standards. IB emphasizes inquiry-based learning, creative problem solving, and community service. A Program of Inquiry (POI) guides learning across subject areas and is displayed in the main hallway. The school offers specialist instruction in computer literacy, creative arts, physical education, and Spanish, and maintains a library with a librarian. There are enrichment opportunities beyond the classroom, such as Math Club, Science Fair, Book Fair, and other activities.

Student Teacher Ratio

Average middle school class size is 20 students. The school provides specialists and enrichment supports that complement classroom instruction.

Exam Results

Last year, 99% of middle school students met or exceeded national norms on standardized tests. The school offers a range of academic enrichment activities beyond the classroom, including Math Club, Science Fair, and field trips. The library and dedicated staff support reading progress and academic achievement.

Higher Education Progression

The program focuses on preparation for high school and beyond. Middle School instruction emphasizes independent learning and connections across subjects. As an IB PYP school, the learning approach aims to develop inquiry skills, civic-mindedness, and problem-solving abilities useful for high school and future study. Prospective families are guided toward high school progression as part of the program.

Gifted and Talented

An Enrichment Facilitator works with students to access materials beyond the classroom. Specialists in computer literacy, creative arts, physical education, and Spanish support diverse learning needs. Advanced Math and Spanish study are offered as part of the curriculum.

History

Annunciation School has served South Minneapolis since 1923. It is a Catholic K-8 school affiliated with Annunciation Church. It is an International Baccalaureate World School for Kindergarten through 5th grade, with the IB program enhancing a values-based approach to learning. The school serves Pre-K through 8th grade and emphasizes inquiry-driven teaching and collaboration among parents, teachers, students, administrators and the Church.

Community

Annunciation builds a faith-centered community with an emphasis on service to others. The community outreach extends to neighbors, other parishes, and the sister school in Haiti. Families, students, and the parish participate together in school life and community activities.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

Volunteering is a central part of the Annunciation community. For each school year, families are asked to contribute five hours of volunteer time. First-time volunteers complete VIRTUS training, sign a Volunteer Code of Conduct, and pass a background check. The Annunciation Parent Organization (APO) and the Annunciation School Council (ASC) coordinate numerous events and programs, including Carnaval, Jog-a-thon, Book Fairs, Yearbook and other community activities, with opportunities ranging from classroom volunteering to event planning.

Facilities Overview

The school campus includes a library with a librarian and Promethean Smart Boards in every classroom. Specialists support learning in computer literacy, creative arts, physical education and Spanish. The campus features a gym and a daily-used playground. Extended Day programming uses both spaces and before/after-school care is available. The school is an IB World School that integrates technology and arts across the curriculum.

Sports Facilities

Gymnasium is the primary athletic facility. Athletics are offered from Grade 2 through Grade 8; school-sponsored athletics are available to students.

Academic Facilities

The school has a library with a full-time librarian, Promethean Smart Boards in all classrooms, and specialists in computer literacy, creative arts, physical education and Spanish. Enrichment Facilitator and Learning Specialist support diverse learners across K–8.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Athletics begin in the lower grades; after-school enrichment classes include art, chess and Legos; Annunciation Youth Ministry (AYM) serves Grades 7–8; Extended Day provides before/after-school care with activities and access to the gym and playground.

Academic & Intellectual

Academic Triathlon is offered as an after-school program. Math Club is offered as an after-school program. Chess is offered as an after-school program. The school is an IB World School with a Primary Years Program (PYP) and uses inquiry-based learning; technology is integrated with a one-to-one Chromebook program in middle school.

Arts & Creative

Band, instrumental and piano lessons are offered to students (grades 5-8); Youth Choir is available for grades 2-8. Art is offered as an after-school enrichment program. Twin Town Guitars also offers after-school ukulele lessons.

Cultural & Language

Spanish is taught in the curriculum following ACTFL standards. Carnaval is celebrated as part of the cultural program, with grades learning about different countries and showcasing their learning. The IB framework supports language and cultural inquiry within the Primary Years Program.

Social & Hobbies

Annunciation Youth Ministry (AYM) offers social activities and social outreach for Grades 7-8. After-school clubs include Chess, Art, Band, Choir, Legos, and Math Club. Boy Scouts/Girl Scouts are offered as after-school activities.

Community & Service

Annunciation Youth Ministry provides service-based programming for youth, including a YouthWorks mission trip. AYM activities include weekly gatherings and retreats, with leadership and volunteer opportunities for older youth.

Leadership & Professional

Annunciation School Council (ASC) is a volunteer group of parents who represent the voice of our parents on policy and operations. Annunciation Parents Organization (APO) coordinates parent volunteers and fundraising to support school initiatives. ASC meets monthly, and APO provides leadership opportunities and involvement across school events. Families are encouraged to volunteer, with a goal of five hours per year.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Athletic programs contribute to the physical, social, religious, and educational missions of the school, with emphasis on teamwork and sportsmanship. An Athletic Code of Conduct guides student participation. Athletic programs begin as early as Grade 2 with parent-led coaching.

Admissions

1) Accreditation and class sizes. Annunciation is accredited through the Minnesota Nonpublic School Accrediting Association (MNSAA). Each grade level has two classes, and the class sizes average 20 per classroom. The school serves students in Kindergarten through 8th grade and offers a before- and after-care program. The Extended Day program operates on school release days and includes a summer program.

2) Care options, fees, and preschool. Before- and after-care are available for students in grades K-8, and Extended Day operates on school release days with a summer program. Registration fees are $50 for the first child and $25 for each additional child. Morning care runs 7:00 a.m. to 7:50 a.m. at $6.00 per session per child, and afternoon care runs 2:25 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at $17.50 per session per child. The preschool program (LADC) runs five days per week with full- and part-time options and includes wrap-around care for before or after school, plus a summer program.

3) Admissions process, Catholic status, and academics. To begin the admissions process, visit the Admissions page for step-by-step instructions. Catholic affiliation is not required to attend; the school welcomes all families. The academic highlights include an IB World School program and a curriculum that includes Spanish, a full-time librarian, enrichment programs, and learning specialists.

4) Academics, language, and preschool. Annunciation is an IB World School, with differentiated instruction, technology, creative arts, physical education, and targeted supports across grades. Spanish is part of the curriculum, and a full-time librarian supports learning. The school also offers an enrichment program and learning specialists. Preschool programming is available through Annunciation School's LADC preschool with five-day per week options, wrap-around care, and a summer program.

Scholarships

Aim Higher Scholarship is awarded to students from families seeking tuition assistance and follows students from Kindergarten through 8th grade. For new applicants, the CSAF/Aim Higher Scholarship is awarded to five students from families with the most tuition assistance need per eligible school. Deadline to apply is February 28, 2026. The Schulze Early Learning Scholarship Program, created by Schulze Family Foundation in partnership with the Catholic Schools Center of Excellence, assists middle-income families in gaining access to Catholic preschool programs. Scholarships will be awarded ranging from $500 to $3000 and will be paid directly to the preschool to cover tuition. Eligibility: your child will be attending an eligible Catholic preschool; your child will be in their last year of preschool in 2025-2026; your family is middle-income.

Waitlist

There are waiting lists for most grades.

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Notre École

Instructs in French

Ages 5 - 14 years

Pupils 42

Type Co-educational

Notre École is a tuition-free public French immersion STEAM school in Golden Valley, Minnesota. Students receive 3-4 recess breaks daily and participate in the Japanese O-soji cleaning practice. The school emphasises creative thinking, problem-solving, curiosity, and perseverance.

Location

Notre École is at 5920 Golden Valley Rd in Golden Valley, MN 55422.

Stages

Kindergarten through 8th grade.

Type

Notre École is a tuition-free co-educational public charter school.

Country affiliation

French immersion programme.

School day structure

Students receive 3-4 recess breaks daily and 15 minutes of O-soji (classroom cleaning) each day.

Bus service

School bus service is provided.

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The International School of Minnesota

Instructs in English

Fees $15,495 - 33,095

Pupils 180

Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)

ISM is a private preschool–Grade 12 campus in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. Founded in 1985 as the first SABIS Network school in the United States, ISM sits on 57 acres and offers a single-campus program with daily world-language instruction. It follows the SABIS Educational System and provides an academically oriented curriculum with AP options. Graduation requirements include 4 years English, 4 years Math, 4 years World Language (or completion of an AP course), 3 years Science, 3 years Social Studies/History, 1.5 years Fine Arts, 2 years Computer Science, and 2 years Physical Education & Health. AP courses include Art History, Biology, Calculus AB/BC, Chinese Language & Culture, Computer Science A, English Language & Composition, English Literature & Composition, European History, French Language & Culture, Government & Politics US, Human Geography, Music Theory, Physics B & C, Spanish Language & Culture, Spanish Literature & Culture, Statistics, and Studio Art: Drawing. ISM is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Accreditation International, and NCPSA. Facilities include a Science Department with labs, ITL Hall with 60 computers, a 22,000-volume library, a Performing Arts Center, two art rooms, two music rooms, a robotics program, and a golf course with simulator, plus extensive athletic facilities such as an Olympic track and indoor pool.

Location

Nestled in a wooded area in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, The International School of Minnesota sits on a 57-acre campus surrounded by walking and biking trails with access to Bryant Lake. The campus address is 6385 Beach Road, Eden Prairie, MN 55344, USA.

Stages

Early Childhood Education (Preschool–Kindergarten); Lower School (Grades 1–5); Middle School (Grades 6–8); High School (Grades 9–12)

Type

Private school offering preschool through Grade 12 with boarding facilities.

Bus service

Transportation is provided by Coherent Bus Company with two options: Door-to-Door (round trip or one-way) and Regional Stop (round trip or one-way).

Application & enrollment fees

- Application fee: USD 150 (one-time, paid with the admissions application).
- Non‑refundable registration deposit: USD 3,000 (required with the signed enrollment contract to secure a student's place).
- Additional boarding deposit (if boarding is selected): USD 2,000 (collected with the enrollment contract when residence hall placement is requested).
- U.S. government I‑901 SEVIS fee (required for F‑1 visa processing): USD 350 (paid to the U.S. government as part of visa processing).

Tuition fees by year group (2026–2027 academic year) — annual amounts

- Early Childhood (half‑day Preschool / Pre‑K): USD 15,495 per year.
- Early Childhood (full‑day Preschool / Pre‑K): USD 20,750 per year.
- Elementary School (Kindergarten–Grade 5): USD 29,250 per year.
- Middle School (Grades 6–7): USD 31,250 per year.
- Middle School (Grade 8): USD 32,250 per year (includes fees for the mandatory Washington, D.C. field trip).
- High School (Grades 9–12): USD 33,095 per year.
- International student additional fee (KG–12): USD 2,000 per year (charged in addition to the tuition above for international students).

Per‑term and alternative breakdowns (calculated examples)

Note: the school publishes annual tuition by year group. The figures below are arithmetical breakdowns of the annual amounts into common billing patterns so you can display per‑term or monthly equivalents if needed.

- Early Childhood (half‑day, USD 15,495):
- Per 2 equal terms (semester): USD 7,747.50 per term.
- Per 3 equal terms (trimester): USD 5,165.00 per term.
- Per 10 equal monthly payments: USD 1,549.50 per month.

- Early Childhood (full‑day, USD 20,750):
- Per 2 equal terms: USD 10,375.00 per term.
- Per 3 equal terms: USD 6,916.67 per term.
- Per 10 equal monthly payments: USD 2,075.00 per month.

- Elementary (KG–5, USD 29,250):
- Per 2 equal terms: USD 14,625.00 per term.
- Per 3 equal terms: USD 9,750.00 per term.
- Per 10 equal monthly payments: USD 2,925.00 per month.

- Middle School (Grades 6–7, USD 31,250):
- Per 2 equal terms: USD 15,625.00 per term.
- Per 3 equal terms: USD 10,416.67 per term.
- Per 10 equal monthly payments: USD 3,125.00 per month.

- Middle School (Grade 8, USD 32,250):
- Per 2 equal terms: USD 16,125.00 per term.
- Per 3 equal terms: USD 10,750.00 per term.
- Per 10 equal monthly payments: USD 3,225.00 per month.

- High School (Grades 9–12, USD 33,095):
- Per 2 equal terms: USD 16,547.50 per term.
- Per 3 equal terms: USD 11,031.67 per term.
- Per 10 equal monthly payments: USD 3,309.50 per month.

- International student fee (USD 2,000):
- Per 2 equal terms: USD 1,000.00 per term.
- Per 3 equal terms: USD 666.67 per term.
- Per 10 equal monthly payments: USD 200.00 per month.

(Annual tuition figures above are the school's published 2026–2027 rates; the per‑term and per‑month figures are calculated divisions of those annual amounts for convenience.)

Boarding fees (2026–2027)

- Day length covered: boarding rates published for a 10‑month residence season.
- Single room (10 months): USD 29,500 per year (includes three meals per day, seven days per week). Housing security deposit: USD 2,000.
- Quad room (10 months): USD 23,000 per year (includes three meals per day, seven days per week). Housing security deposit: USD 2,000.
- Boarding-related deposits: an additional USD 2,000 deposit is required with the enrollment contract when a student requests residence hall placement; the enrollment contract includes boarding fees and deposit terms.

Billing schedule and payment terms (what the school publishes about billing and account rules)

- Enrollment and deposits: the student's legal guardian signs the enrollment contract and returns it with the non‑refundable USD 3,000 registration deposit; boarding selections add the USD 2,000 boarding deposit. The enrollment contract documents the financial obligations.
- Monthly statements: charges for items not included with tuition (non‑mandatory field trips, uniforms, athletic supplies, special lessons, tutoring, library fines, cafeteria charges, etc.) are generally billed monthly as incurred. Finance charges and late fees may be applied according to service contracts. Students with delinquent accounts may face restrictions (inability to charge to account, withholding of report cards/transcripts, and limits on participation).
- Withdrawal billing: a written notification of intent to withdraw is required; the business office reviews withdrawals and determines final charges when a student leaves during the school year.

Other costs and recurring charges

- Uniforms: a school uniform policy is in force; uniform items are sold through the school's used uniform store and from approved suppliers (Donald's Uniform Store and Land's End school uniform section). Families should budget for uniform purchases.
- Meals / hot lunch program: the school operates a hot lunch program and a milk program; refunds are not given for cancelled participation prior to the end of a term. Meals provided to boarders are included in published boarding fees.
- Field trips and mandatory excursions: certain mandatory trips (for example, the Grade 8 Washington, D.C. trip) are included in the published Grade 8 fee; non‑mandatory trips and other extracurricular charges are billed to the family account when incurred.
- Music lessons and some co‑curricular offerings: music lessons are registered annually but charged by term; termination mid‑term may not result in refunds for that term.
- Library fines, damage charges, replacement fees (textbooks, uniforms, sports gear) and other incidental costs are billed to the family account; team uniforms not returned in usable condition are billed for replacement.

Refund information (what the school publishes)

- Registration deposit: USD 3,000 registration deposit is non‑refundable (collected with the enrollment contract).
- Boarding deposit and housing security deposit: the school collects a USD 2,000 boarding deposit and a USD 2,000 housing security deposit; the enrollment contract includes these amounts as part of boarding arrangements. (The published materials show the deposits as required at enrollment; the business office handles the final disposition of security deposits in accordance with the enrollment/boarding contract.)
- Program‑specific refunds: certain program fees (for example, hot lunch enrollment) are not refundable if cancelled prior to the end of the term as stated in school materials. Final adjustments for withdrawal and associated refunds or charges are determined by the business office after written notification of withdrawal.

Fee payment options and invoicing

- The school issues monthly statements for incidental charges and maintains a business office to manage billing, statements, and account status. For questions about accepted payment methods (for example, electronic bank transfer/ACH, wire transfer, credit card, or check) the business office / school billing contact handles arrangements and will provide the school's accepted payment methods and instructions.

Quick summary of the most load‑bearing figures (for database fields)

- Application fee: USD 150.
- Registration deposit (non‑refundable): USD 3,000.
- Annual tuition (examples): Preschool half‑day USD 15,495; Preschool full‑day USD 20,750; KG–5 USD 29,250; Grades 6–7 USD 31,250; Grade 8 USD 32,250; Grades 9–12 USD 33,095.
- International student fee: USD 2,000 (KG–12).
- Boarding (10 months): Single USD 29,500; Quad USD 23,000; housing security deposit USD 2,000; boarding deposit USD 2,000.

If you will publish these figures, use the annual figures in the tuition field and include the deposits, international student fee, and boarding charges in the appropriate database fields. The school's published 2026–2027 schedule and the student handbook provide the billing rules cited above.

Boarding Arrangements

The Residence Hall features 32 bed spaces for students in shared or single occupancy rooms, with state-of-the-art accommodations including a theater, recreation center, fitness center, laundry facilities, and designated study spaces. Residence hall supervisors are on duty 24/7 to ensure safety and comfort. Weekday evenings follow a schedule with mandatory study time, and weekends focus on activities and local experiences.

Uniform Requirement

ISM has a uniform policy requiring students to be in uniform at all times, except on announced no-uniform days. Tops include burgundy knit polo shirts and white oxford or knit polos with the ISM logo, burgundy sweaters or burgundy fleece with logo, and ISM sweatshirts. Bottoms include black dress pants or shorts, plaid jumpers or plaid skirts (Grade K-5), and gray pleated skirts (Grade 6-12). A P.E. uniform is required for gym (burgundy tops and bottoms, with ISM logo). Shoes must be black or white with non-marking soles. Uniforms can be purchased from Donald's Uniforms or Land's End-approved items; there is a one-year grace period for older logo items due to supply chain issues.

Food Options

Dining Services offers breakfast daily from 7:30 to 8:00 AM. Lunch options include the Daily Husky Line (main dish plus vegetarian options) and a la carte items such as soup, grill station, pizza/calzone, and salad bar. Students may join a term- or year-long meal plan or pay with ISM Dining Dollars for meals and a la carte items. The dining hall is an open, communal space with a variety of options.

Governance and Ownership

The International School of Minnesota is a private school that is a member of SABIS®, a global education network active in 21 countries on five continents. ISM uses the SABIS Educational System and SABIS Student Life Organization. Founded in 1985, ISM operates within the SABIS Network.

Curriculum

The school uses the SABIS® Educational System for Preschool through Grade 12. Preschool through Grade 12 is offered on a single campus, with daily world-language instruction. Graduation requirements include 4 years English, 4 years Math, 4 years World Language (or completion of AP class), 3 years Science, 3 years Social Studies/History, 1.5 years of Fine Arts, 2 years of Computer Science, and 2 years of Physical Education & Health. AP courses are available, including Art History, Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chinese Language & Culture, Computer Science A, English Language & Composition, English Literature & Composition, European History, French Language & Culture, Government & Politics US, Human Geography, Music Theory, Physics B & C, Spanish Language & Culture, Spanish Literature & Culture, Statistics, and Studio Art: Drawing, with AP exam performance highlighted (e.g., 92% of AP Exams scored 3 or higher). The school is accredited by multiple accrediting bodies, including the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Accreditation International, and the National Council for Private School Accreditation.

Higher Education Progression

The school offers a comprehensive college counseling program that starts in Grade 7 and continues through senior year to guide students through the university admissions process, helping them make informed choices and pursue their goals.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The SABIS Student Life Organization (SLO) is the heart of the school and a pillar of the SABIS Educational System. It is a student-led mini-society that engages students in daily school life and offers academic, social, and emotional benefits for all participants. Through nine departments, students develop leadership, problem-solving, empathy, communication, collaboration, and resilience, fostering emotional, social, and moral growth that supports university and beyond success.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The curriculum enables students to develop fluency in English and an additional world language of their choice.

Mental Wellbeing

The Wellness Department promotes a healthy lifestyle and organizes events and campaigns that provide students and staff with tools and tips for maintaining a healthy, well-balanced life.

Safeguarding

The Discipline Department helps ensure a safe environment within the school and teaches students how to abide by school rules and resolve differences peacefully. Department prefects lead bullying prevention campaigns to raise awareness and help prevent bullying.

History

Founded in 1985, The International School of Minnesota opened as the first SABIS Network school in the United States. It is a private school located in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, at 6385 Beach Road. It follows the SABIS Educational System and offers an academically rigorous program with daily world-language instruction. In the 2025–2026 school year, ISM celebrates 40 years of operation. The campus spans 57 acres in Eden Prairie and includes a science department with multiple laboratories, two computer labs, and a SABIS Integrated Testing and Learning Hall with 60 computers.

Community

ISM fosters a diverse, globally minded community on a 57-acre Eden Prairie campus with walking and biking trails and access to Bryant Lake. The 40th anniversary celebrations bring together current and past families, alumni, and staff for events such as the Ruby Radiance Gala on March 28, 2026. Alumni engagement is featured in school stories, including Celebrating the New Year with our Alumni. The SABIS Student Life Organization (SLO) anchors student life, with nine departments that organize events, clubs, and community service.

Facilities Overview

The campus is on 57 acres in Eden Prairie, a wooded area with walking and biking trails and access to Bryant Lake. The campus features state-of-the-art facilities to support a wide range of academic and extracurricular activities. All instructional classrooms have Interactive Whiteboards. The Science Department includes two laboratories for biochemistry and physics, plus a middle school biology lab. There are two computer labs (one in the Early Childhood Education Center and one in the Upper School) and a SABIS Integrated Testing and Learning Hall with 60 computers. Two art rooms and two music rooms with practice spaces, a professional-grade Performing Arts Center, and a library with over 22,000 books are on campus.

Sports Facilities

ISM offers extensive sports facilities. A fitness center, indoor gymnasium, and a 3-lane heated indoor swimming pool are available. An Olympic-size track and field and a natural grass soccer field support a wide range of athletic programs. A newly designed golf course with a golf simulator and indoor putting green enhances practice opportunities for golf and related activities.

Academic Facilities

All instructional classrooms are equipped with Interactive Whiteboards. The Science Department includes two laboratories for biochemistry and physics, plus a middle school biology lab. There are two computer labs, one in the Early Childhood Education Center and one in the Upper School. The SABIS Integrated Testing and Learning Hall (ITL Hall) has 60 computers for assessments and review.

Extra Curricular Facilities

ISM offers robotics as part of its co-curriculars. The campus features a disc golf course and more than 50 different sports and activities. The sports facilities include an Olympic-size track and field, a golf course with a simulator and indoor putting green, a fitness center, an indoor swimming pool, a soccer field, and a gymnasium.

Academic & Intellectual

ISM offers more than 50 different sports and activities. Academic and intellectual extracurriculars include One Act Play, Robotics, Math League, Debate, and Competitive Speech for grades 7–12. The campus includes a robotics lab and other facilities to support learning beyond the classroom.

Arts & Creative

Music and Performing Arts are integral to the ISM experience, with curricular and extracurricular opportunities from early childhood through high school. Instrumental music includes orchestra, band, funk rock, and strings, and there are choral programs for middle and high school; cross-enrollment is available. Visual Arts begins in Preschool and continues through High School, with an AP Drawing Portfolio option after the sophomore year.

Cultural & Language

Arabic language offerings include Arabic - Beginners and Arabic - Intermediate. International Day is a multicultural celebration featuring international cuisine, customs, and cultural performances. The school hosts cultural experiences and events as part of its student life.

Social & Hobbies

ISM offers a wide range of after-school activities and clubs, including One Act Play, Chess Club, Robotics, and music groups like Show Choir and Funk Rock. Extended Day provides before- and after-school care with activities such as Learn to Swim, Dance, Soccer, Lego, and the Spring Musical. School events, talent shows, performances, and International Day provide social and cultural engagement.

Community & Service

The SABIS Student Life Organization includes a Social Responsibility Department that motivates students to give back to their community through charitable and environmental projects. The Outreach Department arranges ambassadors for new students and runs campaigns to engage the school community. The Activities Department provides outlets for students to explore talents and interests through clubs and events while contributing to the broader community.

Leadership & Professional

SABIS Student Life Organization comprises nine departments, including Academic, Discipline, Management, Sports, Wellness, Activities, Outreach, Lower School, and Social Responsibility, which organize student life. SLO prefects can organize academic and social events, host games, plan athletic activities, start clubs, raise awareness on important subjects, and more. The program emphasizes leadership, problem-solving, sociability, critical thinking, organization, resilience, independence, empathy, communication, collaboration, teamwork, and accountability.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Wellness Department promotes a healthy lifestyle and provides resources to maintain a balanced life. Extended Day offers early morning and after-school care with safe, supervised activities to support student well-being. ISM also provides extensive fitness facilities, including a fitness center, gymnasium, Olympic-size track, indoor pool, and a golf course to support physical health.

Admissions

1. Admissions Application: Submit an online application for admission and pay the $150 application fee. Click HERE to start the application. The online application is the first step in the admissions process and initiates the review of your file.
2. Records Request: Submit the Records Release form to authorize ISM to receive transcripts from your current school. ISM requires two years of transcripts prior to the year applied for, and all high school records if applying for 11th or 12th grade. Transcripts must be translated into English before admissions review.
3. Recommendations: Recommendation forms must be completed by an official at the student's current school and mailed or emailed directly to ISM. Recommendations can also be submitted electronically through the enrollment portal, Blackbaud. For school-age children, two letters are requested, with at least one from a math or English teacher.
4. Admissions Interview: An international admissions recruiter will arrange an online interview. This is a half-hour conversation to learn more about you and to assess your English language skills.
5. Diagnostic Assessments: ISM will work with you to arrange remote diagnostic testing to evaluate your English and math skills.
6. Proof of English Proficiency: Students in 11th and 12th grade will need to demonstrate advanced English coursework or provide a TOEFL score.
7. Proof of Funds: You will need to submit proof of finances dated within three months. This ensures families have the financial means to support education and living expenses in the US.
8. Passport: You will need to submit a copy of your foreign passport. This is needed to assist you in the student visa request process.
9. After Acceptance: I-20: Upon acceptance, ISM will generate the I-20 documentation you will need to apply for an F-1 Student Visa. The US government also requires the completion of form I-901, for which it charges a $350 fee. The admissions office will generate this form, or the applicant may complete it on their own. F-1 Student Visa: ISM will mail you an official letter of acceptance and your I-20. Upon receipt of the I-20, you will need to move forward with the Visa request. Please notify the school of your visa acceptance. Enrollment Contract: Upon being granted a United States F-1 Student Visa, an official enrollment contract will be issued to the student. The student's legal guardian must review, sign, and return the contract to ISM along with a non-refundable registration deposit of $3,000. If a student expresses a desire for residence hall boarding, those fees will also be included in the contract, and an additional deposit of $2,000 is also required.

Scholarships

40th Anniversary Scholarships: Scholarships are available for outstanding new students entering Grades 6–11 for the 2026–27 school year. Taiylor R. Nunn STEM Scholarship: A STEM scholarship is offered at ISM. Tuition Assistance: ISM uses Blackbaud to complete a financial aid needs assessment for any family applying for financial aid. All domestic students in Kindergarten through Grade 12 are eligible to apply. How to Apply for Tuition Assistance: log in to Blackbaud, provide income and expense information, assets, debts, and any special circumstances, and upload required documentation. Processing takes about four weeks after submission, and you will be notified by email once a decision is made. Next, you can log in to Blackbaud to view your award. Important Dates: Priority Applications Due: January 31, 2026; Priority New Applicant Admissions Decisions Sent: March 1, 2026; Tuition Assistance Applications Open: February 9, 2026.

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