United Science International School

Iraq, Sulaymaniyah

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English, Arabic, Turkish

Fees IQD 3,750,000 - 6,150,000

Ages Not listed

Pupil numbers 782

Type Co-educational

Opened 2020

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP), IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary)

Taught languages Arabic, Turkish

Typical class size 20

Strengths STEM, Academic Enrichment, Languages

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing

Stages Kindergarten, Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, High School

Introduction

United Science International School (USIS) is a K–12 international campus in Sulaymaniyah, Iraqi Kurdistan, offering an accredited college‑prep education. The campus features state‑of‑the‑art facilities, with technology‑equipped classrooms and laboratories to support cross‑disciplinary learning. USIS delivers a multi‑framework curriculum: Early Years and Primary follow a blend of British National Curriculum, International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC), Cambridge International Primary Program, and Kurdish National Curriculum; Middle and High School follow an American program aligned to the Common Core State Standards and Next Generation Science Standards. The SAT program is integrated within the curriculum, and 38 AP courses are available in Grade 12. A Ministry of Education graduation requirement requires students to score 400 in English and 400 in Mathematics, totaling 800/1600. Prospectuses for Preschool, Primary, and Middle/High are downloadable. The school emphasizes online resources and ongoing assessment to support learning. Extracurriculars include robotics, brain games, spelling bee, chess, Kurdish language activities, and field trips, reflecting local heritage and international opportunities. The cross‑framework model is a distinctive feature of USIS.

www.usisedu.com

Kurakazhaw Neighborhood No: 325, Street No: 61, Alley No: 40, Next to Qadir Mosque, Sulaymaniyah, 46001, KRG, Iraq

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The Essentials

Location

Sulaymaniyah, Kurdistan Region, Iraq. Address: Kurakazhaw Neighborhood No. 325, Street No. 61, Alley No. 40, Next to Qadir Mosque, Sulaymaniyah 46001, KRG, Iraq. Phone: +964 770 045 9000.

Stages

Kindergarten; Primary School; Middle & High School.

Type

K-12 International School

Pupil Nationality Mix

A diverse mix of nationalities, including Kurdish, Arabic, Turkish and other nationalities.

Country affiliation

Kurdistan Region, Iraq

School day structure

School days typically start at 8:20–8:30 AM and end at 2:15–2:30 PM, depending on grade level.

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Fees

Application / Registration fees
- Registration / application payment at acceptance: parents are required to pay a registration fee plus a book fee, a uniform fee and the first instalment of tuition at the time of registration.
- A separate quick facts entry lists the registration fee as "USIS students have no fee."

Tuition fees by year group (annual and per-term)
- Kindergarten (age 4–5): IQD 3,750,000 per year; per term (school operates two semesters) = IQD 1,875,000 per semester.
- Primary School (Grades 1–6): IQD 5,250,000 per year; per term = IQD 2,625,000 per semester.
- Middle School (Grades 7–8): IQD 5,250,000 per year; per term = IQD 2,625,000 per semester.
- High School (Grades 9–12): IQD 6,150,000 per year; per term = IQD 3,075,000 per semester.
- Student meal / food charge: IQD 1,200,000 per year; per term = IQD 600,000 per semester.

Note: the per-term (per-semester) figures above are calculated by dividing the published annual tuition amounts by two because the academic year is organised into two semesters.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Academic year structure: the school issues report cards and structures the year as two semesters; parents are required to pay the first instalment at registration/acceptance. Subsequent instalments or exact term-by-term billing dates are not itemised in the published admissions materials.
- Withdrawal and records: to withdraw a student the parent must notify the school in writing (at least one week in advance); if tuition, fees, or fines remain unpaid the school will withhold school records.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not provided as part of the published school programs; there are no boarding fees listed. Transportation is arranged separately by parents through third-party bus providers (the school does not operate the bus service itself).

Other costs and fees
- Book fee: a book fee is required at registration.
- Uniform fee: a uniform fee is required at registration; the school enforces a uniform policy and requires students to wear the prescribed uniform.
- Meal / canteen charge: IQD 1,200,000 per year (listed separately from tuition).
- Library and replacement fines: damaged or lost library books are charged at replacement cost and related fines/fees must be cleared before report cards are issued.
- Transportation (bus): parents must arrange and pay bus fees with third-party bus companies; route and pricing are arranged directly with those providers (fees not set by the school).
- Examination / testing fees (external exams such as SAT or AP) are not listed as specific fee amounts in the published materials; the school runs SAT/AP programmes but specific external exam fees are not itemised.

Refund information
- No explicit published refund schedule or detailed refund policy for tuition instalments was located in the school's published admissions or handbook materials. The published withdrawal procedure requires at least one week's written notice and states that unpaid tuition/fees will prevent release of records.

Fee payment options
- The admissions materials specify that registration and initial payments are made at time of registration, but published materials do not itemise accepted payment methods (for example, credit card, bank transfer or cash). Parents should arrange payment via the school's admissions office or the listed school contacts.

Summary note on available published information
- Published school materials provide annual tuition amounts, a food charge, and state that registration-time payments must include registration, book and uniform fees plus the first tuition instalment; the academic year is run as two semesters and the handbook sets withdrawal and records rules. Specific details not published in the materials reviewed include an explicit per-term billing calendar with dates, a formal refund schedule for tuition instalments, and the school's accepted payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, etc.).

Academics

Curriculum

USIS offers an international, multi-framework curriculum. Early Years and Primary follow a blend of British National Curriculum, International Early Years Curriculum, Cambridge International Primary Program, and Kurdish National Curriculum, with developmentally appropriate, play-based learning and ongoing assessment. The Middle and High School program is American-based, aligned to the Common Core State Standards and Next Generation Science Standards, supported by online resources and modern laboratories. The program prepares students for the College Board SAT and SAT Subject Tests, and AP courses are available in Grade 12 (38 AP courses). A Ministry of Education graduation requirement requires students to score 400 in English and 400 in Mathematics, totaling 800/1600. Preschool, Primary, and Middle/High School prospectuses are downloadable.

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Admissions

1) Academic requirements: The applicant's average GPA in the previous school cannot be lower than 75, and the grades for all subjects must be above 60. The applicant must obtain at least 60 on the Entrance Exam. These criteria apply to applicants from other schools. 2) Enrollment process: The enrollment process begins when the applicant submits the reference letter about the student's current grade and discipline from the previous school, and the ID card. The applicant and the parent fill in the Application Form and receive a date for the Entrance Exam and interview. After the assessment, the student will be placed in an appropriate grade. 3) Following notification of acceptance, to reserve a place, the registration fee, Book Fee, Uniform Fee, and the first installment of the Tuition Fee are paid at the time of registration. 4) The application process is completed when the Application Form and the Parent-School Contract are filled in full and signed by the parent or guardian. 5) The school takes responsibility to organize the education of the student. The responsibilities of the school, students and parents are clearly defined in the USIS Student-Parent Handbook. 6) Documents to be prepared when accepted include: Application form; Applicant's Birth Certificate or National ID; Passport for Iraqi Citizens; Passport for international students; Father's Identity; Mother's Identity; Medical Reports if any; Previous school reports/records (at least last 2 years) or Transcripts (Certified by the Ministry of Education); Transfer documents from local public schools (Certified by the Ministry of Education); Transfer documents from international schools (Certified by the Ministry of Education); Six recent passport photos; Vaccination records for Grade 1.

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FAQs

Where is United Science International School located and what is the campus like?

USIS is in Sulaymaniyah, Kurdistan Region, Iraq, with an address on Kurakazhaw Neighborhood No. 325. The campus is designed as a state-of-the-art K–12 environment, with technologically equipped classrooms and laboratories to support learning across subjects.

What ages and grade levels does USIS serve?

USIS offers education from Kindergarten (starting around age 4) through Grade 12, serving as a co-educational K–12 international school.

WhatCurriculum framework(s) does USIS use across its levels?

Early Years and Primary blend the British National Curriculum, International Early Years Curriculum, Cambridge International Primary Program, and Kurdish National Curriculum, with play-based learning. Middle and High School follow an American-based program aligned to the Common Core State Standards and Next Generation Science Standards, with SAT readiness and AP courses available in Grade 12.

What are the tuition fees by level and the general fee structure?

Kindergarten fees are 3,750,000 ID per year, Primary and Middle School 5,250,000 ID per year, and High School 6,150,000 ID per year. A separate meal charge of 1,200,000 ID per year applies. The year is split into two semesters, and the first installment is due at registration.

What is included at registration and what documents are required for admission?

At registration, you pay a registration fee, a book fee, a uniform fee, and the first tuition installment. The admissions process requires documents such as birth certificates or national IDs, passports, prior school records, transfer documents, photos, vaccination records for Grade 1, and other forms like reference letters and the Parent-School Contract.

How does the school handle payments, boarding, and transportation?

The academic year is two semesters, with the first installment due at acceptance. Boarding is not offered, and transportation must be arranged by parents with third-party bus providers, as the school does not operate its own bus service.

How is USIS structured academically across grades?

The school uses a multi-framework approach: a British/Cambridge/Kurdish blend for Early Years and Primary, and an American-based curriculum for Middle and High School, all aligned to relevant U.S. standards and preparing students for SAT/AP assessments.

Is there an integrated SAT program and AP courses available?

Yes. The curriculum includes an integrated SAT program to prepare students for College Board assessments, and AP courses are available in Grade 12, with 38 AP courses offered.

Are there published results or performance metrics for exams or standardized tests?

Exam results are not published by the school in the available materials.

What academic facilities does USIS offer?

USIS provides modern laboratories and technology-enabled classrooms, plus access to online resources to support learning across subjects.

Are there on-campus sports facilities?

Specific on-campus sports facilities are not listed, but the school offers a broad range of extracurricular activities including football and other programs.

What extracurricular activities and clubs are available?

USIS offers a wide range of activities such as Robotics, Brain Games, Spelling Bee, Chess Championship, Reading Together, Kurdish Language Activities, Mother's Tea Time, field trips, and arts like piano, violin, guitar, and more.

Are there leadership or service programs outside the classroom?

There are programs like Life Preparation and various seminars and activities that help students build skills beyond academics, though a formal leadership program is not specifically described.

What language programs does USIS offer and what is the language of instruction?

Medium of instruction is English across most grades, with Arabic, Kurdish, and Turkish taught as additional language strands. The curriculum uses four languages for instruction across Preschool through Grade 12.

What wellbeing and student support services does USIS provide?

USIS has a Guidance and Counseling Department, after-school tutoring and remedial classes, and a strong emphasis on personalized academic, career, and college counseling, with an open-door policy for help.

How does USIS support English learners and wellbeing?

English language curricula are provided, with instruction delivered in English to support all students, including non-native speakers; there is a focus on mental wellbeing and accessible counseling services.

What safeguarding and health policies are in place?

The school has a formal bullying and cyberbullying policy, on-site health screening and a school nurse, medication procedures, medical emergency protocols, and a complaints process to address concerns.

Is boarding available at USIS?

Boarding is not provided as part of USIS's published programs.

What is the uniform policy and related costs?

Uniforms are required, and a Uniform Fee is charged at registration as part of the standard dress code.

Does USIS have a house system or any specific governance structures?

A house system is not listed in the available information. USIS is part of United Science Company and is affiliated with the Stirling Schools Group and is regulated by the Kurdistan Regional Government's Ministry of Education.

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