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Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages Croatian, German, Spanish, English
Strengths STEM, Languages, Sport
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional
Stages Middle School, High School
Introduction
The American Academy in Zagreb is a private international high school located in central Zagreb's Agram Office Center. The curriculum blends American and Finnish influences and is delivered in English by a diverse faculty from around the world. Students select courses across English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Science and World Languages, with Advanced Placement options and a dedicated STEM program introduced in 2021. Graduation requires a minimum of 67 credits (12 ELA, 9 Math, 9 Science, 9 Social Science including U.S. History, 6 World Language, 3 Physical Education and Health), with 72 credits recommended. Croatian language classes are available, and graduates earn an American High School Diploma suitable for study worldwide. The campus benefits from a modern adjacent sports center, STEM labs, and two daily blocks for Programming & Robotics and Science. Theme Weeks occur four times a year, delivering school-wide, project-based learning that enhances collaboration, communication and problem solving. It prepares students for study.
American Academy in Zagreb has 105 pupils, instruction in English.
Location
Located in Zagreb, Croatia, inside the Agram Office Center in the city center. The campus is adjacent to a modern sports center with state-of-the-art facilities. This location puts the school in central Zagreb.
Stages
Middle School Prep Program (grades 7–8); High School (grades 9–12) including STEM High School (grades 9–12); all classes taught in English.
Type
Private international high school; part of the American Academy network.
Country affiliation
Croatia
Fees
Annual tuition at American Academy in Zagreb ranges from EUR 14,000 for 2026/27.
Application fee
- No specific application fee amount is published in the school's publicly available admissions materials for American Academy in Zagreb.
Tuition fees (by programme and year)
- High School (Grades 9–12) — Annual tuition: EUR 12,800 for the 2026/2027 academic year.
- STEM High School (Grades 9–12) — Annual tuition: EUR 14,000 for the 2026/2027 academic year.
- Middle School Prep Program (Grades 7–8, preparatory after‑school program) — Programme fee: EUR 1,950 (annual programme fee as published).
- Per‑term (semester) amounts — The school year is organised into two semesters; if annual tuition were divided equally between the two semesters, the implied per‑semester amounts would be: High School EUR 6,400 per semester and STEM High School EUR 7,000 per semester. This per‑semester arithmetic is an equal‑division calculation based on the published annual tuition and the school's two‑semester academic year.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- The school publishes annual tuition figures and states that the academic year is divided into two semesters. A detailed public schedule of invoice dates, instalment options, or mandatory deposit amounts is not published in the school's publicly available admissions materials and parent handbook.
Boarding fees (if applicable)
- Boarding is not offered as a paid residential programme for American Academy in Zagreb; the school operates as a day campus and no boarding fees are published.
Other costs and fees
- Technology: All students are expected to bring a laptop or tablet with a keyboard and standard office software; this is an expected parental expense.
- Meals: Food service is provided through a third‑party vendor and must be paid in advance; meal costs are therefore an additional expense to tuition.
- Supplies and equipment: Students should supply standard school materials (notebooks, calculator where required, stationery). A scientific calculator is recommended/expected for math and science courses.
- Uniform: The school uses a casual / business‑casual dress code; there is no published uniform charge.
- Possible exam / external fees: The school offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses; any external examination fees (for AP or other external tests) are not listed as included in published tuition and may be charged separately. No specific exam fee schedule is published in the school's public materials.
Refund information
- A specific tuition refund policy (deadlines, pro‑rata calculations, refundable deposit rules) is not published in the school's publicly available admissions materials and parent handbook. For families who need exact refund conditions and calculation examples, the school's admissions/finance office issues the official billing and refund terms.
Fee payment options
- The school's public materials do not publish a definitive list of accepted payment methods (for example: credit card, bank transfer, local payment portals) or processing fees. Food service payment to the third‑party vendor is stated to be paid in advance. Official invoices and payment instructions are provided by the school's administration.
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Academics
American Academy in Zagreb teaches American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP) for students aged 14 to 18.
Curriculum
The curriculum is inspired by the American and Finnish systems. Students have the freedom to choose the subjects they study to develop social and practical skills. All classes are taught in English by teachers from around the world, and Theme Weeks take place quarterly. Advanced Placement (AP) courses and a STEM program are offered. Graduation requires a minimum of 67 credits (12 English Language Arts, 9 Mathematics, 9 Science, 9 Social Science including U.S. History, 6 World Language, 3 Physical Education and Health), with 72 credits recommended. Croatian language classes are available, and graduates earn an American High School Diploma that enables study worldwide.
Student Teacher Ratio
Small classes; total of 105 students in the 2025/26 academic year; classes taught in English by teachers from around the world.
Higher Education Progression
Graduates earn an American High School Diploma, enabling study anywhere in the world. The program offers Advanced Placement courses and a STEM program to prepare for university study, and it provides assistance with university applications worldwide.
Gifted and Talented
AP courses and a STEM program.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Theme Weeks develop communication, teamwork, collaboration, problem solving, creativity, critical thinking and project management.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English as Second Language is offered as a 3-credit subject.
Mental Wellbeing
The school emphasizes a positive and safe learning environment.
Admissions
Admissions
Admission focuses on the student's character and enthusiasm. There are no long tests; the process centers on essays and a personal interview. For the 2026/27 academic year, 105 spaces are available.
FAQs
What curriculum does American Academy in Zagreb follow?
The curriculum is inspired by the American and Finnish systems. Students have the freedom to choose the subjects they study to develop social and practical skills.
What age range does American Academy in Zagreb serve?
The school serves students from age 14 to 18.
What are the tuition fees?
Annual fees range from RMB 14,000 to RMB 14,000. Contact the school for the full fee schedule and any additional charges.
How many students attend American Academy in Zagreb?
The school has approximately 105 students.
Where is American Academy in Zagreb located?
Located in Zagreb, Croatia, inside the Agram Office Center in the city center. The campus is adjacent to a modern sports center with state-of-the-art facilities. This location puts the school in central Zagreb.
Who leads American Academy in Zagreb?
The school is led by Carly McCann.
Does the school provide SEN support?
No SEN provision information is publicly available. Parents with children who need additional learning support should enquire directly with the school.
What languages are used for instruction?
English is the language of instruction for all classes. Croatian language studies are offered as electives, including Croatian Language, Croatian Acquisition, and Croatian Literature/History/Geography.
How do I apply to American Academy in Zagreb?
Admission focuses on the student's character and enthusiasm. There are no long tests; the process centers on essays and a personal interview. For the 2026/27 academic year, 105 spaces are available.
What extracurricular activities are available?
Theme Weeks foster creativity through school-wide, project-based challenges four times a year. Art is offered as a subject, and Public Speaking and Debate support creative expression and communication.
