RISE International School

Iraq, Erbil

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English, Arabic

Fees Fees not listed

Ages Not listed

Pupil numbers 272

Type Co-educational

Opened 2017

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)

Taught languages Arabic, Turkish

Typical class size 18

Strengths STEM, Languages, Sport

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service

Stages Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School

Introduction

RISE International School Erbil is a private international school located in Future City, Erbil, Iraq. The school delivers a blended American curriculum aligned with Common Core State Standards and Next Generation Science Standards while integrating Kurdish, Arabic, Social Studies, Social Values and Religious Studies in compliance with Kurdistan Regional Government requirements. Grades 9–12 are prepared for SAT, AP exams, and international university admissions, with AP courses including Calculus AB, Biology, Chemistry, Physics C: Mechanics, Human Geography, Psychology, and Computer Science A. English is the language of instruction in core subjects, with Kurdish and Arabic taught as mandatory languages. The campus features technologically equipped classrooms and laboratories and a cafeteria, with rich online resources. RISE is accredited by ASIC (Premier Status) and City & Guilds for International Education Programmes. Notable programs include robotics, chess, theatre, and community service, alongside leadership and college counseling to support university pathways for students worldwide today.

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Masif Road, Future City, 44001, Erbil, Iraq

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The Essentials

Location

Masif Road, Future City, 44001, Erbil, Iraq. The school is located in the Erbil area of the Kurdistan Region.

Stages

Secondary and high school. AP courses are offered and the program follows the American curriculum.

Type

Private international school

Pupil Nationality Mix

Diverse student body including Kurdish, Iraqi Arab, Turkish, Kazakh, Uzbek, Azerbaijani, and Pakistani communities; more than half of students come from outside Iraq.

Additional learning support

Language support is provided to assist diverse learners.

Country affiliation

United States

School day structure

A typical day starts at 8:10 am with 40-minute periods and 10-minute breaks between each; longer breaks occur in the morning and at lunchtime.

Diving Deeper

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Fees

Overview of published fee information

- The school does not publish any numeric application fees, tuition amounts by year group, per-term fees, or a public fee schedule for the 2026/27 academic year (or for 2025/26) in its publicly available materials.

Application fee

- No specific application or non‑refundable registration fee amount is published. Parents should expect the admissions office to provide any application/registration fee amount directly during the application process.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)

- There are no published tuition figures by year group, per-term amounts, or annual tuition rates available in the school's public materials. No breakdown of fees by grade or term is publicly listed.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The school does not publish a public billing schedule or detailed payment terms (for example: termly/annual invoicing dates, payment deadlines, late‑payment penalties, or installment plans). Parents are directed to contact the admissions or finance office for the school's current invoicing schedule and the accepted payment deadlines.

Boarding fees

- No boarding facilities or boarding fee schedule are described in the school's public materials. The school operates on standard daytime hours, indicating it functions as a day school rather than a boarding school. Therefore, no boarding fees are listed.

Other costs and recurring extras

- One set of the school uniform is included in the school fee.
- One set of printed books (with online companion) is included in the school fee.
- SAT mock exam fees must be paid by students (these mock exam fees are not included in the general school fee).
- No separate published list of additional charges (for example: extracurricular activity fees, exam fees beyond SAT mock exams, field trip charges, meals, or transport fees) is available in the school's public materials.

Refund information

- There is no publicly posted refund policy or published details about refunds, pro‑rations, or fee reimbursements in the school's publicly available documents. Any information about withdrawals, refunds, or fee credits must be obtained directly from the school's admissions or finance office.

Fee payment options (credit card / bank transfer / other)

- The school's public contact information is provided (telephone and email), but there is no published list of accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, credit/debit card, cash, or online payment portal). Parents should confirm accepted payment methods and banking details with the admissions or finance office.

Administrative contact for fee queries

- For any specific fee amounts, instalment options, invoicing dates, or refund rules, contact the school directly using the published phone number or email address. The school's public contact details are available.

Brief summary of findings and what was not available

- No numeric fee schedule (application fees, tuition by grade or term, boarding fees, billing calendar, published refund policy, or payment‑method list) is publicly posted for 2026/27 or 2025/26. The only fee‑related items published are that one uniform set and one set of books (with online companion) are included in the school fee, and that students must pay for SAT mock exams. Parents who require exact fee amounts, term/annual totals, the billing calendar, or available payment methods should request those details from the school's admissions/finance office.

Academics

Curriculum

RISE implements a blended international curriculum incorporating the American Common Core State Standards (CCSS), particularly in mathematics and science. Students in Grades 9–12 are prepared for SAT, AP, and international university admissions. In compliance with Kurdistan Regional Government Ministry of Education requirements, Kurdish, Arabic, Social Studies, Social Values, and Religious Studies are included. Curriculum reviews occur annually with leadership, department heads, and external consultants to ensure alignment with global and local standards.

Student Teacher Ratio

9:1

Exam Results

SAT-1 results (2022): English 400–650; Math 390–790; total 830–1430; average English 504; average Math 588; average total 1092. AP results (2022): 42 students took AP tests; 71.4% scored 3+ in Calculus AB, 64.3% in Chemistry, 66.7% in Biology, and 100% in Physics; overall 67.3% of AP scores were 3 or higher.

Higher Education Progression

Post high school placement (2022): Medicine 40%, Engineering 15%, Education 15%, IT & Computer Science 15%, Business & Marketing 10%, Psychology 5%.

Gifted and Talented

Advanced Placement (AP) courses are offered, including Calculus AB, Biology, Chemistry, Physics C: Mechanics, Human Geography, Psychology, and Computer Science A.

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Admissions

1. Rise is a private international school in Erbil. It serves students in Grades 7–12 and is licensed to enroll students from Grade 1 to 12. The curriculum is American and aligned with CCSS to prepare students for college and careers. 2. Admission requirements vary by grade level. Generally, applicants must provide previous academic records and a copy of their passport. Applicants must pass an entrance exam. 3. The language of instruction in core subjects is English; Kurdish and Arabic are also taught and mandatory; Social Studies and Religion are taught in Kurdish and explained in English when required. 4. Early Registration Period runs from April 1 to May 15. Re-enrollment is open.

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FAQs

Where is RISE International School Erbil located, and what grades does it serve?

RISE is on Masif Road, Future City, Erbil (44001). It opened in 2017 as a co‑educational day school and serves Grades 7–12; it is licensed to enroll students from Grade 1 to 12.

What curriculum does RISE follow?

RISE uses a blended international curriculum aligned with the American CCSS, particularly in math and science. Grades 9–12 are prepared for SAT, AP, and international university admissions, and Kurdish, Arabic, Social Studies, Social Values, and Religious Studies are included per Kurdistan MOE requirements.

Is RISE a boarding school?

No. RISE operates as a daytime, day school.

Are tuition fees and other costs published publicly?

No numeric tuition amounts or a public fee schedule are published; current fee details are provided directly by the admissions or finance office.

What documents are needed to apply, and is there an entrance exam?

Applicants must provide previous academic records and a passport copy, and all applicants must pass an entrance exam as part of admissions.

When can families apply or re-enroll?

Early Registration runs from April 1 to May 15; re-enrollment is open after that period.

Are scholarships or waitlists publicly available?

Scholarships are not published publicly, and waitlist information is not provided in public materials.

What about uniform and books?

One set of the school uniform is included in the fee, and one set of printed books (with online companion) is included as well; SAT mock exam fees are paid separately by students.

How are fees billed and what payment methods are accepted?

A public billing calendar isn't published; families should contact the admissions or finance office for current invoicing dates and accepted payment methods.

Is there a refund policy publicly posted?

There is no publicly posted refund policy; any refund or pro-rating details must be obtained from the admissions or finance office.

How are core subjects taught and what languages are used?

The language of instruction in core subjects is English; Kurdish and Arabic are mandatory, with Kurdish Social Studies and Religion taught in Kurdish and explained in English when required.

Which AP courses are offered, and what about the SAT?

AP courses include Calculus AB, Biology, Chemistry, Physics C: Mechanics, Human Geography, Psychology, and Computer Science A. The SAT program is integrated, and graduation requires an SAT score of 800/1600.

What is the student–teacher ratio?

The student–teacher ratio is 9:1.

What are typical higher education outcomes for graduates?

In 2022, graduates pursued Medicine (40%), Engineering (15%), Education (15%), IT/CS (15%), Business & Marketing (10%), and Psychology (5%).

How is curriculum quality ensured?

Curriculum is reviewed annually by school leadership, department heads, and external consultants to align with global and local standards.

What facilities does the campus include?

The campus has technologically equipped classrooms and laboratories, plus a cafeteria; learning is supported by online resources and materials in classrooms and labs.

Are there sports facilities listed?

Public materials do not list dedicated sports facilities.

What clubs and activities are available?

RISE offers Robotics, Chess, Football, Floorball, Volleyball, and Basketball Clubs, along with arts, music, debate, STEM, and cultural clubs.

Is there a college counselor and leadership opportunities?

Yes. A College Counselor provides university preparation and applications; leadership roles are supported by Deputy Principals and student guidance staff.

What community service or environmental initiatives exist?

The school runs a Tree Planting Activity and a Ramadan Charity Initiative, among other community activities.

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