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International Christian School Uijeongbu

South Korea, Seoul

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees ₩22,644,698 - 25,396,983
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 80
Type Co-educational
Opened 1983
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Christian Curriculum
Taught languages English
Typical class size 8
Strengths Sport, Academic Enrichment, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

International Christian School Uijeongbu (ICSU) is an English-language international school located in Uijeongbu, north of Seoul, South Korea. It serves the international community since 1983. The school is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI), and is recognized by the Korean Ministry of Education as a foreign school. ICSU offers a US-based curriculum for Elementary, Middle and High School learners, with opportunities for students to take Advanced Placement (AP) courses approved by the US College Board in the upper grades. Its academic framework is built on US Common Core and other internationally recognized standards, and includes English Language Development support. The school emphasizes teacher-student mentorship grounded in Christian values. ICSU also provides counseling services, standardized testing, college placement support and activities ranging from arts to athletics and character development.

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28 Jindeung-ro, Uijeongbu-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea

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The Essentials

International Christian School Uijeongbu has 80 pupils, typical class sizes of 8, instruction in English.

Location
ICSU is located in Uijeongbu, a city in Gyeonggi Province just north of Seoul. The campus address is Jindeung-ro 28, Uijeongbu 11608. It serves families in Uijeongbu and the northern part of Gyeonggi Province and is accessible by local public transport. Google Maps or Naver Maps are recommended for directions.

Stages
ICSU serves students in elementary through secondary education, specifically 4th through 12th grade. The school is organized into Elementary, Middle School, and High School divisions.

Type
ICSU is a co-educational, day school. Boarding is not offered.

Additional learning support
ICSU provides English Language Development (ELD) for English learners and has Special Needs Services. ELD uses a structured program with ELL teachers, and counselors support academic, social-emotional, and spiritual development.

Country affiliation
ICSU is affiliated with the Network of International Christian Schools (NICS) and follows an American curriculum.

Religious affiliation
ICSU is a Christian international school; biblical worldview is integrated into academics and spiritual formation is part of student life.

School day structure
School hours are 7:40 AM to 3:50 PM during the school year; summer hours are 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Bus service
ICSU offers a school bus service. Public details about routes and providers are not published on the school site; contact ICSU for current arrangements.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at International Christian School Uijeongbu ranges from KRW 22,644,698 to KRW 25,396,983 for 2026/27.

Application and Registration Fees

- Enrollment / Re-Enrollment Fee (non-refundable and not subject to discounts): USD 1,500 per student.
- Capital Development Fee: USD 1,500 per student. For returning students, the Capital Development Fee is waived if Re-Enrollment and Technology Fees are paid by March 15.
- Technology Fee: USD 650 per student.
- Application Processing Fee (one-time): KRW 300,000.

Annual Tuition by Year Group (currency shown as published)

- Elementary (K–5): USD 4,250 per year; KRW 13,895,000 per year.
- Middle School (6–8): USD 4,850 per year; KRW 15,827,000 per year.
- High School (9–12): USD 4,850 per year; KRW 15,827,000 per year.

Per-term amounts (calculated from the published annual tuition)

- Per semester (annual divided by 2):
- Elementary: USD 2,125; KRW 6,947,500.
- Middle: USD 2,425; KRW 7,913,500.
- High School: USD 2,425; KRW 7,913,500.

- Per quarter (annual divided by 4):
- Elementary: USD 1,062.50; KRW 3,473,750.
- Middle: USD 1,212.50; KRW 3,956,750.
- High School: USD 1,212.50; KRW 3,956,750.

(Note: the per-term figures above are calculated from the published annual tuition amounts and shown for convenience.)

Additional and Optional Fees

- Student Activity Fee (annual): Elementary KRW 300,000; Middle & High KRW 400,000.
- High School Graduation Fee (Grade 12 only): KRW 200,000.
- Transportation Fee (optional, annual): within Uijeongbu KRW 2,800,000; outside Uijeongbu KRW 3,100,000.
- Lunch Fee (optional, annual): Elementary KRW 1,500,000; Middle KRW 1,600,000; High KRW 1,700,000.
- English Language Development (ELD) Fee (optional, annual): KRW 1,000,000 per student.
- Sports Fee: Middle & High KRW 400,000 (applies to volleyball, basketball, soccer, and others).
- High School online course fees (NorthStar): Half-semester / Full-year — Standard class USD 715 / USD 1,070; AP class USD 755 / USD 1,110. AP test fees per class USD 190 (in person and online).

Boarding

- There is no boarding program listed; boarding fees are not applicable.

Billing Schedule and Payment Terms

- Both USD and KRW payments are required for tuition. Annual amounts are published in both currencies.
- Preferred payment options and due dates:
- Annual payment: due August 1.
- Semester payments: due August 1 and January 1.
- Semester, quarterly, and monthly payment options are available. A 1% maintenance fee is included for quarterly payment plans and a 2% maintenance fee is included for monthly payment plans. These maintenance fees are applied to the payment plan alternatives.

Late Payment and Penalties

- A 2% late fee is charged on all past-due fees. If a payment passes the current billing month in which it is due, an additional 3% of the total amount past due will be charged each month thereafter.

Refunds and Early Withdrawal

- Early withdrawal requires 14 days prior notice; the official withdrawal date is 14 days from notification. For the month of withdrawal there is no refund of tuition, transportation, lunch, or ELD. For months following the month of withdrawal, 100% refund of tuition, transportation, lunch, and ELD will be issued. All other fees are non-refundable.
- Registration and other listed fees described as non-refundable remain non-refundable.

Payment Methods and Instructions

- Cash (USD): USD cash may be brought to the ICSU Business Office for registration payments.
- Bank transfer (USD): Swift Code SHBKKRSE; Bank Name: Shin-han Bank; City/Country: Uijeongbu, Korea; Customer Name: International Christian School, Uijeongbu; Address: 176-22 Uijeongbu-dong, Uijeongbu, Korea 480-012. Account numbers for registration fee transfers vary by date of transfer: before July 1 — 180-004-721396; after July 1 — 180-002-706246.

Other cost notes

- The published registration items (Enrollment/Re-Enrollment Fee, Capital Development Fee, Technology Fee) are declared as non-refundable and not subject to discounts.
- Tuition assistance is available through a Tuition Assistance Program and is provided on the basis of financial need. Questions regarding financial assistance are handled by the school business manager.
Academics

International Christian School Uijeongbu teaches American Curriculum, Christian Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
ICSU's instructional program is built on US Common Core Standards plus other US and international standards, with a biblical worldview integrated across academics. The school serves grades 4–12, with Elementary School for grades 4–5, followed by Middle School and High School. Advanced Placement courses are offered on-site, and NorthStar Academy provides additional AP options online. Graduation requires 25 credits for a Standard Diploma or 27 credits for an Honors Diploma (beginning with the Class of 2024), including English 4, Social Studies 3, Science 3, Mathematics 3 (4 for Honors), Foreign Language 2, Technology 1, Fine Arts 1–2, Bible 0.5 credit per semester, and College & Career Education 0.5 credit; AP credits count toward the diploma requirements. English Language Development follows the WIDA framework, and ICSU offers college and career counseling via the Cialfo platform. ICSU is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI), recognized by the Korean Ministry of Education as a foreign school, and is a member of the Network of International Christian Schools (NICS); its Expected School-Wide Learning Results define six outcomes: Investigative Learners, Perceptive Learners, Effective Communicators, Quality Producers, Cooperative Contributors, and Involved Citizens.
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Initiate contact and understand the admissions approach. ICSU uses a rolling admission process based on space available, and applications for the 2025-2026 school year are currently being accepted. The school does not sponsor student visas and does not host exchange students. Eligibility documents must be updated each year during re-enrollment.
2. Determine eligibility category and required documents. There are three categories: Non-Korean; Korean Ethnic; and Korean Citizens. Each category requires specific documents, such as Alien Registration Card, Diplomatic ID, SOFA, and a domestic residence card for Non-Korean applicants; Korean Ethnic applicants need a Korean Family Registry; Korean Citizens require a Certificate of Entry and Exit and a Korean Family Registry.
3. Review acceptance criteria. ICSU admits students based on grades from current and previous report cards, high-quality behavioral and academic references, fulfillment of citizenship eligibility as applicable, MAP testing for Grades 2-12, and a screening of English proficiency for all PreK-12 applicants. The MAP test helps determine placement and readiness for ICSU's program, and English proficiency screening assesses fit for the curriculum.
4. Introduction to ICSU and planning a visit. Schedule your personal campus tour with Admissions and meet with the administration as part of the process. Consider scheduling a Shadow Day for Grades 6–12 (recommended; not available during summer).
5. Admissions procedure. An application (one per student) must be submitted for all students who desire to attend ICSU. Supporting documents include the Student Packet, transcript/grades from the previous three years, immunization records, birth certificate, copies of passports, Certificate of Entry and Exit (Korean students), Alien/Residence Card for foreigners, standardized test results, and payment of the Application Processing Fee. Intake MAP testing, meetings with the Principal and the Business Manager, and English Language Development testing (if applicable) are part of the process. Acceptance is communicated when approved, with the enrollment decision typically completed within a week; conditions or probationary status may be required.
6. Required ICSU forms. An application packet must be submitted, and IO forms or hand-delivery of documents is possible. The Enrollment Agreement Contract and designation of a payment option are required at enrollment, and the enrollment is considered complete when all steps and paperwork are finalized.
7. After enrollment. Once enrolled, families purchase school uniforms, create a class schedule (secondary students), receive locker assignments, set up the Eagle account and Bible, and provide transportation information if applicable.
8. Financial confirmation and planning. The school provides guidance on enrollment timing and payment arrangements as part of the enrollment steps, ensuring families understand when and how to pay.
9. Fees overview. For planning, note the 2025-2026 fee structure includes Enrollment/Re-Enrollment fees, Capital Development Fee, Technology Fee, annual tuition by grade (USD and KRW), and various additional and optional fees.

Scholarships
ICSU offers a Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) to help families with financial need. The school does not have an endowment and works with families within its financial framework to provide aid where possible. To apply for tuition assistance, contact the school's business manager to obtain the necessary application forms.

Waitlist
ICSU uses a rolling admission process based on space availability, and applications for the 2025-2026 year are currently being accepted. The school does not publish a separate waitlist or pool system; admissions proceed as space allows. If space is not immediately available, the rolling process continues until a slot opens.
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