Stamford American International School

Attend an Open House or Schedule a Campus Tour: Prospective families are encouraged to visit the campus to experience the school's environment firsthand. You can book a tour or attend an open house event to meet faculty, observe classrooms, and understand the school's culture.

Submit an Online Application: Complete the online application form, which typically takes around 15 minutes. You'll need to create an account to access the form, allowing you to save and return to your application as needed.

Provide Required Documentation: Along with the application, submit necessary documents, including:

• A copy of your child's passport.​
• A passport-sized photograph.​
• A copy of the birth certificate.​
• Current and previous year school reports (officially translated into English if necessary).​
• For high school applicants, additional documents like transcripts and teacher recommendations may be required.

Pay the Application Fee: A non-refundable application fee is required to process your application. Stamford offers various payment options, including bank transfers and credit card payments. If your employer is assisting with fee payments, have a company representative complete the necessary forms and submit them with your application.

Application Review and Assessment: Once all documents and the application fee are received, the admissions team will review your application. Depending on your child's age and educational background, assessments or interviews may be scheduled to ensure appropriate placement.

Receive Admission Decision: After the review and any necessary assessments, the admissions team will inform you of the outcome. If offered a place, you'll receive an acceptance package outlining the next steps.

Complete Enrollment Formalities: To secure your child's spot, sign the student contract within seven days of receiving the offer. This step finalizes enrollment and ensures your child is ready to join the Stamford community.

Application Submission: Families interested in enrolling their children at SAIS first need to submit an application form along with the necessary documentation (such as previous school records and teacher recommendations).

Assessment and Evaluation: Once an application is submitted, the Admissions Team evaluates it based on the submitted documents. Applicants might also undergo age-appropriate assessments to align with the school's curriculum standards.

Assignment to Waitlist: If the desired grade level is full, the applicant is placed on a waitlist. Families will be notified about their position and any available updates periodically.

Offer of Placement: As spaces become available (due to withdrawals or other changes), the school extends enrollment offers to students on the waitlist. Priority is generally given based on several factors, such as date of application, sibling priority, and corporate debentures.

Acceptance of Offer: Families who receive an offer from the waitlist have a specified period to accept and secure their child's placement by completing the enrollment paperwork and paying relevant fees.

Academic Scholarships:
These are awarded to students who exhibit high academic potential and performance. The selection process for academic scholarships typically involves an evaluation of past academic records, teacher recommendations, and sometimes an interview or test.

Arts Scholarship:
Students with outstanding talent in visual arts, music, drama, or other areas of creative expression may apply for an arts scholarship. Applicants typically provide a portfolio or perform an audition to demonstrate their skills.

Sports Scholarship:
Athletically gifted students who demonstrate excellence in one or more sports can apply for a sports scholarship. The selection involves assessing their sports achievements, potential contributions to the school's sports program, and personal interviews.

Application Process

To apply for a scholarship at Stamford American International School, prospective students generally need to complete an application form specific to the scholarship type. This may include submitting necessary documentation, such as academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, a personal statement, and for some, a portfolio or demonstration of talent.