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American International School - Salzburg

Austria, Salzburg

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Established in 1976, AIS-Salzburg is an international, college-preparatory boarding school for students in grades 7 through 12 with an optional post-graduate year. The school remains small, with a student body of around 100 at full capacity to enhance individualized guidance and instruction. The long-term teaching faculty work closely with resident-care staff to create a familiar atmosphere where every student is cared for personally and appropriately challenged academically.

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Situated near the base of the Untersberg, AIS-Salzburg is minutes from the heart of Salzburg. Salzburg offers a cultural experience with its architecture, mountainous scenery, and Altstadt. Salzburg is the birthplace of Mozart, the filming location of The Sound of Music, and hosts the Christkindlmarkt. The school provides excursions around Europe, Alpine winter sports, and an extensive program of weekend activities, enabling students to explore the region and become acquainted with Salzburg as a second home.

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees €24,000 - 51,000
Ages 12 - 18 years
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 1976
Bus Service No

AIS-Salzburg is an independent international boarding school in Salzburg, Austria, founded in 1976. It serves students in grades 7–12 with an optional post‑graduate year, and maintains a small campus culture with about 100 students at full capacity to support guidance. The school offers an American Curriculum with English instruction, and in grades 11–12 provides the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme as an option. Cognia accreditation underlines its credentialing, while a broad Advanced Placement program features traditional AP courses and the AP International Diploma. Language study includes AP Language and Culture offerings, Arabic Language and Identity Studies, and Islamic Studies for Muslim students. University and career readiness begin in Grade 10 via a college counselor and on‑campus placement support. Facilities leverage the Moosstrasse location and access to the Salzburg University and Regional Sports Center for athletics. A Healthy Lifestyle Requirement and on‑campus activities sustain student wellbeing and learning beyond class time daily.

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