Lincoln International Academy

Nicaragua, Managua

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English, Spanish

Fees Fees not listed

Ages Not listed

Type Co-educational

Opened 1991

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum Advanced Placement (AP)

Taught languages English, Spanish

Strengths STEM, Languages, Service and Sustainability

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional

Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School

Introduction

Lincoln International Academy is a Catholic private bilingual, co-educational, college‑preparatory school serving preschool through grade 12 in Las Colinas Sur, Managua, Nicaragua. The school follows a STREAM framework—integrating Science, Religion, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics—across PreK–12, with English and Spanish as a Second Language programs to support language development. It is accredited by Cognia (SACS) with Cognia STEM Certification and Cognia American School Certification, and also holds MINED accreditation. Founded in 1991, the school is celebrating 35 years in 2026–2027 and has produced graduates who study or work around the world. Facilities include a redesigned Media Center with zones: Kidz Zone, Recording Studio, MS/HS Zone, Makerspace, and a Multipurpose Room, a computer-equipped library, and a cafeteria serving meals. The athletics program offers soccer, volleyball, swimming, track and field, gymnastics and basketball, with championships. Strong college counseling and service-learning opportunities connect students to universities and community impact for college admissions worldwide.

www.lincoln.edu.ni

Las Colinas Sur, Managua, Nicaragua

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The Essentials

Location

Lincoln International Academy is located in Managua, Nicaragua. The campus address is Las Colinas Sur, Managua, Nicaragua. The Las Colinas Sur area hosts the campus.

Stages

Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School

Type

Catholic private, bilingual, co-educational, college preparatory

Additional learning support

Specialized Learning Program

Country affiliation

Nicaragua

Religious affiliation

Catholic

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Fees

Application / Entrance fee

- A mandatory one‑time entrance (enrollment) fee is required for each new student. This fee is set in U.S. dollars using the current U.S. dollar exchange rate established by the Nicaraguan Central Bank.
- The entrance fee may be paid in full at enrollment or amortized in monthly installments under a payment plan. Once a payment plan is committed and the Enrollment Contract is signed, the obligation for the entrance fee is irreversible and remains payable even if the student later withdraws.
- The entrance fee is refundable only if the student has not started attending classes.

Tuition fees by school year / grade

- Tuition is charged as an annual tuition fee, and the school's published admissions materials and parent handbook describe the billing structure and categories of annual charges. The school's publicly available materials do not publish specific numeric tuition amounts by grade or per term on the tuition & fees pages. Parents receive the official fee amounts through the school's enrollment/fee documentation and billing statements.
- Monthly tuition is structured as installment payments rather than per‑term invoices for most families (see Billing schedule and payment terms below for installment timing).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Standard tuition billing is made in 10 equal monthly installments, billed from August through May. Debits are made on the first day of each month and payments are due no later than the 10th of each month. If a student attends only part of a semester, 100% of that semester's tuition remains payable.
- In exceptional cases the school may authorize a 12‑month payment plan (August–July); preschool and grade 12 accounts follow the 10‑month schedule.
- Advanced Placement (AP) class fees and special course fees have separate deadlines: AP fees are payable before the second week of September and special course fees are payable before September 10. These charges are set by the school and billed separately.
- Late payment and collection: payments received after the 10th of the month are subject to a 10% late fee on the overdue amount. Additional charges apply after 30 days of outstanding balances. Students with one or more months overdue may be suspended; final report cards and certain school services will be withheld for families not in good financial standing.

Boarding / Residential fees

- No boarding program or residential fees are listed in the school's published materials. The school operates with day‑school services (transportation by school bus is described for enrolled students), and no dormitory/boarding charges are published.

Other costs and recurring charges

- The school identifies a set of annual/extra charges in addition to base tuition. These categories include: Events fees, Technology fees, Preschool materials, Retreats, Lincoln Parent Association (LPA) support, Infrastructure, and Security. These are treated as annual fees or program charges in addition to tuition. Exact amounts for these categories are set and billed by the school.
- Bus/transportation: a school bus service is operated for families enrolled in that service; terms and behavioral rules for the bus service are stated in school materials and use of the service is restricted to registered bus users (bus costs, if any, are billed separately).
- Exam and program fees: AP exam fees, special course fees, and fees for particular extracurricular activities or trips are billed separately and must be paid by the stated deadlines.
- Uniforms and supplies: the school enforces a uniform policy and requires uniforms and grade‑appropriate supplies; these are additional family costs (uniform policy and supply expectations are documented in the handbook).

Refund information

- Entrance (enrollment) fee refund: the one‑time entrance fee is refundable only if the student has not begun attending classes. Once classes have started the entrance fee is not refundable.
- Outstanding balances and refunds: the school withholds report cards and may interrupt services for accounts not in good standing; standard school policy ties clearance, transcript release, and final documentation to full settlement of outstanding charges.

Fee payment options and procedures

- The school's published materials state that tuition is processed as recurring monthly debits (debits are made on the first of each month with payment due by the 10th). Specific accepted payment channels (for example, bank transfer, card, or online payment portal) are not itemized in the publicly available tuition & fees pages and parent handbook; families receive payment instructions and the official fee schedule as part of the enrollment/billing documentation.
- Parents sign an Enrollment Contract at registration that specifies the selected payment arrangement and obligations; by signing the contract families accept the financial terms for the student's enrollment period.

Summary points for parents

- A non‑refundable (once classes begin) one‑time entrance fee is required and may be amortized under a plan; the entrance fee is refundable only if the child has not yet started classes.
- Tuition is typically collected as 10 monthly installments (August–May); the school debits on the 1st and requires payment by the 10th of each month. Late payments incur a 10% penalty and extended overdue accounts can lead to suspension and withholding of school records.
- The school publishes categories of additional annual fees (technology, events, materials, retreats, infrastructure/security, etc.) and charges for AP/special courses, bus service, uniforms, and extracurriculars; these are billed in addition to base tuition.

(References: Lincoln International Academy — tuition & fees page and Parent & Student Handbook — financial regulations and billing terms.)

Academics

Curriculum

Lincoln International Academy is a Catholic, private, bilingual, co-educational, college preparatory school serving preschool through 12th grade. It uses a STREAM framework across Pre-K–12, integrating Science, Religion, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics across the curriculum; English and Spanish as a Second Language Programs support language development; the school is accredited by Cognia (SACS) with Cognia STEM Certification and Cognia American School Certification.

Student Teacher Ratio

PK2: 3:6; PK3-K: 2:10; 1st-2nd: 2:10; 3rd-5th: 1:21

Higher Education Progression

Graduates have gained university acceptances to 779 universities in 54 countries, with more than US$163.7 million in scholarships and financial aid; 1,218 Lincoln graduates have completed higher education placements worldwide.

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Admissions

1. Inquire and tour. Prospective families start by getting to know Lincoln International Academy, and a campus tour can be booked to begin the admissions process. The Admissions Office emphasizes a personalized, guided process designed to support families every step of the way. To initiate the process, book a campus tour through the provided scheduling link.

2. Placement and readiness evaluation. Placement for younger students involves interviews and skills assessments tailored to the level. PK2 and PK3 require an interview with the Preschool Coordinator and/or counselor; PK4 and Kindergarten require an interview plus a Test of Basic Skills. These placement steps help determine appropriate level and readiness before enrollment.

3. Enrollment Contract. For enrollment, parents sign Lincoln International Academy's Enrollment Contract, and a copy is provided to the family. By signing, parents accept the contract's terms for the duration of the student's attendance.

4. Entrance fee. All students enrolling pay a mandatory one-time entrance fee at enrollment. The entrance fee can be paid in full or in monthly installments, and it is non-refundable if the student has started attending classes.

5. Annual fees and monthly tuition. Enrollment includes an annual tuition/fees structure plus items such as Events, Technology, Preschool Materials, Retreats, LPA Support, Infrastructure, and Security. Monthly tuition is charged in 10 equal installments from August to May, with specific payment deadlines and conditions outlined in the enrollment contract.

6. Payment timelines and consequences. Monthly debits occur on the first day of each month and must be canceled by the 10th; late payments incur a 10% late fee after the 10th, and 30 days of outstanding balances may trigger additional charges. Report cards can be withheld and school services interrupted if payments are not current. AP classes and other special courses have separate payment timelines (AP due by the second week of September; special courses due by September 10).

7. Final clearance and reporting. To obtain the school's clearance and be entitled to receive the report card, the balance for the enrollment charges and other outstanding items must be fully paid. This ensures the student's records can be finalized and reported.

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FAQs

Where is Lincoln International Academy located and what area does it serve?

Lincoln International Academy is in Managua, Nicaragua, at Las Colinas Sur. It serves students from preschool through 12th grade, operating as a Catholic private bilingual co‑educational college‑preparatory school.

What ages or grade levels does LIA cover?

LIA covers preschool through 12th grade (PK–12), providing a continuity of learning from early childhood through high school.

What is the overall curriculum and school type at Lincoln International Academy?

The school uses a STREAM framework across Pre‑K–12, integrating Science, Religion, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math, with English and Spanish as a Second Language programs. It is a Catholic private, bilingual, co‑educational, college‑preparatory institution.

What is the entrance fee and how does the payment work?

There is a mandatory one‑time entrance fee paid at enrollment, in USD at the current exchange rate. It can be paid in full or amortized under a plan and is refundable only if the student has not yet started attending classes.

How is tuition billed and what are the payment terms?

Tuition is billed as 10 equal monthly installments from August through May, debited on the first of each month with payments due by the 10th. In exceptional cases a 12‑month plan may be offered. AP and special course fees are billed separately with their own deadlines.

Are there other recurring fees I should expect beyond tuition?

Yes. Additional annual or program charges include events, technology, preschool materials, retreats, Lincoln Parent Association (LPA) support, infrastructure, and security. Uniforms, bus service (if used), AP exam fees, and special course or trip fees are billed separately. Late payments incur a 10% penalty, and very late balances can lead to service interruptions.

What are the class sizes or student‑teacher ratios by grade?

The school reports per‑grade ratios such as PK2: 3:6; PK3–K: 2:10; 1st–2nd: 2:10; and 3rd–5th: 1:21, with smaller groups in the early years and larger classes in upper elementary.

What are the higher education outcomes and how is college counseling provided?

Lincoln offers college counseling with a certified counselor and MaiaLearning tools, providing personalized college lists and guided applications (CASA) during senior year. Classes 2022–2026 had over 1,750 university acceptances to 779 universities in 54 countries, with more than US$163.7 million in scholarships and financial aid; about 1,218 Lincoln graduates have completed higher education placements worldwide.

Does LIA offer AP courses or other college‑credit options?

Yes, the school offers AP courses and electives for college credit, with AP exam fees and deadlines set by the school and separate fees for some special courses.

What academic facilities does the campus provide?

The Media Center is a redesigned library with five zones (Kidz Zone, Recording Studio, MS/HS Zone, Makerspace, Multipurpose Room) and resources including books, ebooks, audiobooks, DVDs, magazines, Chromebooks, wifi, and a 43‑inch TV in the audiovisual multipurpose room.

What athletic facilities and programs are available at LIA?

Athletics include soccer, volleyball, swimming, track and field, gymnastics, and basketball; about half the student body participates each season, and the program has earned four consecutive years of AASCA and local championships.

What features support student life on campus beyond classes?

Beyond academics, the campus supports a robust service‑learning culture, a four‑house system (Lionhearts, Griffins, Wolves, Golden Cobras), and leadership structures like STUCO and various honor societies, plus campus ministry and faith‑based activities.

How does Lincoln International Academy support English and Spanish language learners?

ESL and SSL programs support language development, with placement at beginning or intermediate levels. The school plans a progressive transition from ESL/SSL to the regular classroom as students gain proficiency.

What safeguarding and wellbeing measures are in place for students?

The school implements a Safe Environment Program with a child protection manual, a Code of Ethics, comprehensive hiring measures, and training on good decision‑making. Social‑emotional well‑being is supported through the Second Step program and related campaigns.

How does LIA promote social‑emotional well‑being and address bullying?

Well‑being is a key focus with Growth Mindset development, bullying prevention, and empathy promotion. Campaigns raise awareness of issues in students' lives to help them feel valued, safe, and cared for in a welcoming environment.

Is uniforming mandatory and what do the uniforms look like?

Uniforms are mandatory. Preschool students wear a white polo with the teddy bear logo and khaki skirts/shorts with white socks and black shoes; from Elementary to High School, uniforms are white polo shirts with level‑appropriate bottoms, and seniors in Grade 12 wear khaki pants with a seniors polo shirt, belt, and brown shoes. PE uniforms are worn on PE days, and virtual learning requires the uniform.

What is the Lincoln International Academy house system?

LIA has four houses: Lionhearts (St. Ignatius of Loyola), Griffins (St. Theresa of Avila), Wolves (St. Francis of Assisi), and Golden Cobras (St. Patrick). House affiliation supports collaboration and leadership among students.

What is the school cafeteria like and how are meals structured?

The school cafeteria provides daily meals with a hot‑food menu; Kindergarten students have about a 35‑minute lunch. Menus and prices are posted, and prices are shown in Cordobas. Snacks may be brought from home or purchased in the cafeteria.

What accreditations and affiliations does the school hold?

LIA is accredited by Cognia (SACS) with Cognia STEM Certification and Cognia American School Certification, and it holds MINED accreditation. It is a founding member of NCEA, and it participates in AASCA and Tri‑Association.

What are notable alumni outcomes and university placements?

Lincoln graduates have achieved widespread university acceptances to 779 institutions in 54 countries, with more than US$163.7 million in scholarships and financial aid for the Classes of 2022–2026. In total, 1,218 Lincoln graduates have completed higher education placements worldwide.

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