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Suzhou North America International High School

China, Suzhou

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The school at a glance
Fees Fees not listed
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 2013
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages English, Mandarin
Typical class size 25
Strengths STEM, Academic Enrichment, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Secondary School, High School
Introduction

Suzhou North America International High School (SNA) is the first and only international high school in Jiangsu Province developed with an American university and approved by the Jiangsu Ministry of Education. Co-educational and residential, SNA offers an American‑style curriculum with AP courses and is designed with North Carolina State University's Friday Institute. The program mirrors the framework of American high schools and emphasizes English proficiency—speaking, listening, reading and writing—while blending Chinese and American educational practices to prepare students as global leaders and lifelong learners. Regular courses include English Language Arts, English as a Foreign Language, Chinese, Mathematics, Science, US History, World History, Civics, Economics, Music and Art; AP offerings span English Language, Calculus, Physics, Chemistry, Statistics, US and European History, Microeconomics and Macroeconomics. Facilities include a library, gym, self‑catered dormitories, two cafeterias, and campus Wi‑Fi. Executive Principal Lisa Wang leads clubs, competitions and leadership opportunities. These activities support student growth globally.

588 Ling Tian Lu, 588, Wuzhong District, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China, 215104

The Essentials

Suzhou North America International High School has typical class sizes of 25.

Location
Located in Suzhou, China. Co-founded in September 2013 by the Suzhou Wuzhong Group and North Carolina State University. The campus welcomes both Chinese and international students seeking an international high school education.

Stages
Middle School (International Division; Domestic Division) and High School (International Division; Domestic Division).

Type
Co-educational; has self-catered residences for students.

Country affiliation
Affiliation with the United States via North Carolina State University and the Friday Institute for Educational Innovation.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Self-catered residences are provided for students.

Food Options
Self-catered residences provide kitchen facilities and essential household equipment to support cooking and living on campus, including fridge with freezer, washer-dryer, hot plate with extraction hood, electric oven, microwave, dish rack, cooking utensils; bedding is provided; cleaning equipment and Wi-Fi are supplied.

Governance and Ownership
Co-founded by Suzhou Wuzhong Group and North Carolina State University; the school is the first and only international high school in Jiangsu Province developed in partnership with an American university and officially approved by the Jiangsu Provincial Ministry of Education.
Fees
Annual tuition at Suzhou North America International High School is VND 288,000,000. That works out at roughly VND 288,000,000 for the early years, VND 288,000,000 for primary, VND 288,000,000 for secondary, VND 288,000,000 for sixth form.
Academics

Suzhou North America International High School teaches American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP).

Curriculum
The curriculum at SNA is designed in partnership with NC State University's Friday Institute and mirrors the framework of American high schools. It targets the development of students' critical and analytical thinking and their English language speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. SNA blends Chinese and American educational practices to prepare students as global leaders and lifelong learners. Regular courses include English Language Arts; English as a Foreign Language; Chinese; Physical Education; Algebra Geometry; Pre-calculus; Calculus (AB/BC); Statistics; Computer Science; General Science Physics; Chemistry; Biology US History; World History; Civics; Microeconomics; Macroeconomics; Music; Art. AP courses include AP English Language and Composition; AP Calculus AB; AP Calculus BC; AP Physics; AP Chemistry; AP Statistics; AP US History; AP European History; AP World History; AP Microeconomics; AP Macroeconomics.

Higher Education Progression
2018 Admissions: Boston University; Michigan State University; Indiana University-Bloomington; Miami University--Oxford; School of Visual Arts; Clark University; The Pennsylvania State University; Colorado State University; University of Connecticut; University of California Davis; The University of Arizona; CUNY - the College of Staten Island; North-eastern University; Miami University--Ohio; University at Buffalo—SUNY; University of the Arts London; Fanshawe College; The University of Sydney.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides an authentic international learning environment that develops global perspectives and prepares students for success at leading universities worldwide. The curriculum mirrors the framework used in American high schools, focusing on critical and analytical thinking and strong English proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. The school maintains strong partnerships with North Carolina State University, the William & Ida Friday Institute for Educational Innovation, and Wake STEM Early College High School to design curricula, offer student clubs and activities, and create opportunities for international exchanges. Teacher training and professional development programs strengthen the quality of education at SNA. Executive Principal Mrs. Lisa Wang ensures that all teachers meet high standards of professionalism and that students receive a high-quality education.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Regular Courses include English Language Arts and English as a Foreign Language. The course framework targets the development of critical and analytical thinking and English language speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. NC State University's Friday Institute partnership designs the framework to mirror American high schools, reinforcing English proficiency. AP Courses include AP English Language and Composition, among other AP offerings. The school prepares students for matriculation at leading global universities.
Parent Experience

History
Suzhou North America High School was co-founded by the Suzhou Wuzhong Group and North Carolina State University in September 2013. It is the first and only international high school in Jiangsu Province developed in partnership with an American university and officially approved by the provincial Ministry of Education. The school's mission is to provide an authentic international learning environment that develops global perspectives and prepares students for success at leading universities worldwide. The curriculum is designed in partnership with NC State University's Friday Institute and mirrors the framework of American high schools, with a focus on English proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Executive Principal Mrs. Lisa Wang leads the faculty to uphold high professional standards.

Community
The school maintains strong partnerships with North Carolina State University, the William & Ida Friday Institute for Educational Innovation, and Wake STEM Early College High School in Raleigh, North Carolina. Through these collaborations, SNA designs clubs and activities and creates opportunities for international student and teacher exchanges, strengthening the school community. The campus supports living and learning with on-site dormitories, a library, a gym, and both Chinese and Western cafeterias, along with faculty residences. Students participate in clubs and activities across different interests as part of daily school life.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The campus includes a library, a gym, student dormitories, a faculty residential building, and two cafeterias (Chinese and Western). The accommodation provides self‑catered residences with essential kitchen appliances and daily living amenities. Dormitory spaces include rooms, corridors and rest areas with on‑site recreational options such as a pool table and a snooker table. The living spaces are equipped with Wi‑Fi and basic furnishings, and a moving‑in checklist covers bedding and cooking utensils. The campus layout supports both academic and residential life with dedicated study and dining spaces.

Sports Facilities
The campus has a gym for sports and fitness. Recreational options such as a pool table and a snooker table are available in the self‑catered residences.

Academic Facilities
SNA's curriculum design is provided by NC State University's Friday Institute and is intended to support co‑created learning for students and teachers. The framework emphasizes the development of critical and analytical thinking and English language skills, while blending Chinese and American educational practices. Regular Courses include English Language Arts, English as a Foreign Language, Chinese, Physical Education, Algebra/Geometry, Pre‑calculus, Calculus AB/BC, Statistics, Computer Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, US History, World History, Civics, Microeconomics, Macro Economics, Music, and Art. AP Courses include AP English Language and Composition, AP Calculus AB/BC, AP Physics, AP Chemistry, AP Statistics, AP US History, AP European History, AP World History, AP Microeconomics, and AP Macroeconomics.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Clubs include Math, Physics, Chemistry, Biology competitions; English debate; Politics & Economics Seminar; NEC; and more. Students participate in subject-specific competitions and seminars to deepen understanding and strengthen problem-solving and communication skills. These clubs support university admissions.

Arts & Creative
Arts clubs include Graphic Literature, Creative Painting, Textile Design, Creative Sculpture, Sewing and Stitching, Crochet and Stitches, Guitar, Vocal Ensemble, SNA Band, North American drama and Opera House, Modern Dance, Ukulele, and Hip-Pop. Students explore performances, visual arts, music, and crafts through hands-on projects. Clubs foster collaboration and provide opportunities to present work.

Cultural & Language
Clubs include Appreciation of Chinese Poetry and Western Poetry, Reading (English), Chinese Cooking, Japanese Culture, and Cantonese. These activities broaden cultural awareness and language appreciation through discussions and exchange opportunities. Students engage with diverse literary works and traditions to develop global perspectives.

Social & Hobbies
Mindfulness and Meditation, Public Welfare, and SNA Charity are among the social and hobby clubs. Students pursue personal interests, collaborate on projects, and participate in peer-to-peer learning. The clubs foster teamwork, social connections, and opportunities to explore passions beyond class.

Community & Service
Public Welfare and SNA Charity clubs organize community service initiatives and charitable activities. Students gain experience in planning events and fundraising.

Leadership & Professional
Leadership and professional-skill development are supported through Politics & Economics Seminar, English Debate, X-HUB Challenger, IT, Video Production, and Innovation & Creation. Students take on roles, manage projects, and present outcomes.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Mindfulness and Meditation and Yoga promote mental and physical wellbeing. A broad range of sports clubs, including basketball, football, volleyball, table tennis, badminton, cricket, and martial arts, supports health, balance, and teamwork.
Languages

Language Provision
The school teaches English and Chinese. Regular Courses include English Language Arts, English as a Foreign Language, and Chinese. The curriculum targets the development of English language speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. AP English Language and Composition is offered as an AP course.
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