Costa Rica, San Jose
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| Name | Age | Fee | Track | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Application fee (one-time) | 0 | 275 USD | All | To advance in the admission process; deducted from first tuition if accepted. |
| Not publicly posted for 2025/26 | 2 | 0 USD | Infant | Public tuition by year/grade not published by Marian Baker School for the 2025/26 or 2026/27 academic years; only non-tuition fees are publicly documented. |
| Not publicly posted for 2025/26 | 5 | 0 USD | Primary | Public tuition by year/grade not published by Marian Baker School for the 2025/26 or 2026/27 academic years; only non-tuition fees are publicly documented. |
| Not publicly posted for 2025/26 | 11 | 0 USD | Secondary | Public tuition by year/grade not published by Marian Baker School for the 2025/26 or 2026/27 academic years; only non-tuition fees are publicly documented. |
| Diploma Programme (DP) year fee | 16 | 1,000 USD | Secondary (DP year) | Per DP year; applies to students in DP (11th and 12th grades). |
| Name | Fee | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Application Fee | 275 USD | required to advance; deducted from first tuition if accepted |
| Name | Fee |
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| Enrollment Fee | 0 USD |
Marian Baker School (MBS) is a private international school in Costa Rican Central Valley serving students aged 2 to 18. The campus overlooks San José and offers English-dominant instruction with Spanish taught across all grades and French introduced early. The school provides the IB Diploma Programme alongside the Cognia High School Diploma and the Costa Rican high school diploma, enabling graduates to pursue colleges worldwide, including the United States and Costa Rica. In addition to the bespoke curriculum and American-style options, MBS emphasizes bilingual literacy and prepares students for diverse paths. Facilities include a gym, a library, a cafeteria, and modern classrooms for middle and high school, with dedicated spaces and campus spaces for efficient movement. Extracurriculars feature Model United Nations, National Honor Society, Student Government, and AASCA sports; arts electives include drama, band, and cinematography. The school is nut-free and promotes wellness through nutrition and physical education for all.