International College Beirut

Ras Beirut campus on Hamra Bliss Street, Beirut, Lebanon (113-5373). Ain Aar campus is in Ain Aar, Lebanon. Both campuses are located in the Beirut area.

Pre-K through Grade 12; Early Childhood, Elementary School, Middle School, and High School.

Independent, non-profit international school.

Over 3,500 students; most are Lebanese; students come from Lebanon and other countries in the region and around the world.

Learning Support is provided by Learning Support Teachers; accommodations are offered for the Lebanese Baccalaureate, French Baccalaureate, and International Baccalaureate exams; support with SAT and university admissions.

Massachusetts, United States (chartered by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts).

Bus service is provided for Ras Beirut Campus and Ain Aar Campus. Online bus forms are submitted; routes include lines A, B, C and 1-2-3-4-L-M-I. A mobile locator app tracks buses and school location; bus fees are billed in the second and third trimesters; places are limited.

IC offers four programs: the Lebanese Program, the French Program, the International Baccalaureate (IB), and the American College Preparatory Program. IC implements the Primary Years Programme across all early years and primary grade levels. After the PYP, students choose their program of study. All programs require students to study three languages: Arabic as the host language; a language of instruction (French or English); and an additional language (French in the English stream and English in the French stream). Other languages are offered at the Secondary School, depending on the program chosen. The school fosters intercultural understanding through communication in a variety of languages. The school reports a 100% acceptance rate to top universities in Lebanon, Europe, North America, and worldwide.

IC publishes official exam results annually. The Official Exams Results page presents the 2024-2025 results and the 2023-2024 results, and celebrates student achievements. It includes a section that highlights where graduates go next, indicating university destinations.

Graduates have been admitted to a wide range of international universities, including American University of Beirut (Lebanon), Massachusetts Institute of Technology (United States), Columbia University (United States), University of Edinburgh (United Kingdom), and University of Toronto (Canada), among others.

Wellbeing is central at IC and defined as health in body, mind, and spirit, a collective responsibility essential for learning. The school emphasizes Belonging, Purpose, Resilience, and Connection across students and staff. The Positivity Project is implemented across all grade levels to strengthen social-emotional skills, empathy, and resilience. IC partners with Power of Zero to promote safe online behavior and digital citizenship, and offers peer mentors and safe spaces to support students. Family involvement includes information sessions on adolescent development and mental health, along with an open-door wellbeing policy and staff wellbeing programs such as counseling and professional development on stress management.

Learning Support at IC is an integral part of the educational mission and not a separate pathway. Learning Support Teachers work with classroom teachers to differentiate instruction and adapt lessons, materials, and assessments to suit each learner. In high school, tailored accommodations align with the Lebanese Baccalaureate, French Baccalaureate, and International Baccalaureate official exams, and accommodations for the SAT and university admissions are provided. Identification and referral involve observations, screenings, and collaboration with families to develop appropriate support plans. Regular meetings and ongoing collaboration ensure consistency.

All programs require students to study three languages: Arabic as the host country language; a language of instruction (French or English); an additional language (French in the English stream and English in the French stream). Other additional languages are offered at the Secondary School, based on the program chosen.

Mental and emotional wellbeing is supported through mindfulness sessions and breathing techniques, with art, music, and drama providing avenues for expression. The Positivity Project is implemented across all grade levels to strengthen social-emotional skills and resilience. Family involvement includes regular information sessions on adolescent development and mental health, plus an open-door wellbeing policy with the counseling and wellbeing team. Staff wellbeing is supported with access to counseling, wellbeing-focused professional development, and peer support.

The Child Protection Policy protects children from violence, exploitation, abuse, and neglect. IC has adopted the policy as part of its school values to create a safe environment where children feel nurtured, protected, supported, and empowered.

Admissions open in accordance with the school's annual admissions calendar, and other grade levels admit as vacancies are available. The main entry points are Petite Section/Pre-K, 6ème/Grade 6, and Seconde/Grade 10. Applications depend on the availability of open spots. Phase I - Enrollment Application Submission and Initial Review: complete and submit the online application form with all required documents; an email confirmation is sent once submission is successful; all applications are reviewed for completeness and eligibility, and follow-up communication is sent if any documents are missing; details must be accurate, including academic records and current contact information. Phase II - Qualified Submitted Applications (QSA): after the initial review, eligible complete applications are designated as QSA and invited to pay the non-refundable application fee of $199 to proceed. Phase III - Assessments, Interviews, and Ranking on the Qualified Candidates List (QCL): exams and interviews; applicants to Pre-K/ Petite Section participate in a qualifying interview, while applicants for higher grades complete entrance exams and grade-appropriate interviews; exam subjects may include French, English, Math, Arabic, and others depending on the program. Ranking on the QCL is based on entrance exam performance, interview results, academic records, submitted videos (if applicable), school recommendations, priority status, and assessment of relevant skills and competencies. Phase IV - Final Selection of Candidates: the Admissions Committee makes final selection decisions based on rankings; those with the highest performance are offered admission subject to available vacancies; candidates who achieve top results but have no vacancies may remain on the QCL for the current academic year or may reapply for the following year. General notes: admission is considered complete only after registration is finalized; if guardians decide not to enroll after acceptance, they must notify the Admissions Office in writing; IC will send a digital form to the student's previous school to request information including a recommendation letter; additional documents may be requested at any stage; families are guided step by step by the Admissions Team. Contact: Call +961 1 374980 ext.

The Scholarship Program is spread over three years, starting with the 10th grade. It mentors students through volunteering with grassroots organizations and culminates with students leading Community Service Projects (CSPs). The program also exposes enrolled students to national, regional and international competitions in fields such as social entrepreneurship, project design, implementation and evaluation, and public speaking, with the aim of providing students with the skills and tools to become active agents of change. For more information, please click here.