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Malaysia, Johor Bahru
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1. Schedule a campus visit or attend an admissions event.
While not mandatory, visiting the campus or participating in an admissions event can provide valuable insights into the school's environment and offerings.
2. Complete the online application form.
Submit the application through the school's online system, ensuring all required information and documents are provided.
3. Submit required documents.
Provide necessary documents, which may include academic records, recommendation letters, and other relevant materials as specified by the admissions office.
4. Participate in an admissions evaluation and interview.
Once all documents are received, the admissions team will process the application and may schedule an evaluation or interview to assess the applicant's suitability.
5. Receive the admissions decision.
After the evaluation process, the school will inform you of the admissions decision and provide further instructions for enrollment if accepted.
Raffles American School accepts applications year-round, subject to availability. In cases where a grade level is at capacity, applicants may be placed on a waitlist. The admissions team will notify families if this applies and provide updates as openings become available.
Raffles American School (RAS) is a U.S.-accredited international school in Iskandar Puteri, Johor, Malaysia—about 30 minutes by car from Singapore. It serves students aged 3 to 18 and follows an American curriculum aligned with Common Core, AERO, and NGSS standards, with Advanced Placement (AP) courses offered in high school. The school has a 19-hectare campus featuring an Olympic-sized swimming pool, two gymnasiums, multiple sports fields, tennis courts, and a fine arts center with an 800-seat auditorium and black-box theater. English is the primary language of instruction, with Mandarin and Bahasa Malaysia offered as additional languages. RAS has boarding facilities for students in Grades 5–12 and keeps class sizes between 15 and 22.
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