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Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Strengths STEM, Performing Arts, STEM
Clubs Lifestyle and Wellbeing, Cultural and Language, Academic and Intellectual
Stages Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction
Pacific American School (PAS) is a private international school in Zhubei City, Hsinchu County, Taiwan, offering an American-based curriculum for students in Grades 1–12. The campus is at No. 307, Section 1, Xinglong Road, in the heart of Zhubei, near a hospital, universities, and bio/AI science parks. PAS teaches in English with ESL support and enrolls elementary, middle, and high school students. The curriculum is anchored in American academic standards and includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, more than 200 courses overall, and a range of capstone programs in technology, sustainability, and humanities. The school is a Google School since 2014 and emphasizes STEAM, AIoT, and robotics. Capstone programs include Robotics/VEX, Ecosystem, Upcycling, Sustainable Art, Debate, and Model United Nations. The campus provides dormitory accommodations for boarding students and offers a school bus/door-to-door transportation service. PAS aims to develop global citizens through programs like MUN and Debate, and an arts and sustainability emphasis.
Section 1, Xinglong Rd, Zhubei City, Hsinchu County, Taiwan 30272
The Essentials
Pacific American School has 317 pupils, instruction in English.
Location
Pacific American School is located in Zhubei City, Hsinchu County, Taiwan at No. 307, Section 1, Xinglong Road (postal code 30272). The campus sits in a growing urban area with convenient access to local amenities, including a state-of-the-art hospital, nearby universities, and major biomedical, semiconductor, and AI science parks. This location provides opportunities for connections to health, technology, and higher education ecosystems.
Stages
The school is organized into three divisions: Elementary School (Grades 1–5), Middle School (Grades 6–8), and High School (upper grades). Elementary School serves Grades 1–5, Middle School serves Grades 6–8, and the High School program focuses on upper-grade learning with college-preparatory opportunities such as AP courses.
Type
PAS follows an American-based curriculum across its grade levels, reinforcing standards and programs aligned with U.S. educational practices. The High School offers AP courses and emphasizes college readiness as part of its program.
Additional learning support
English as a Second Language (ESL) support is available, with differentiated instruction to meet diverse learner needs; ESL and related supports are described for Elementary and Middle School programs.
Country affiliation
Taiwan.
Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is indicated in PAS's mission and values materials.
School day structure
PAS's public pages describe the school as having Elementary, Middle, and High School divisions and grade-based structures; daily start/end times are not published on public pages.
Bus service
Public information about a school bus service is not listed; for transport arrangements, contact the school's administrative office.
Fees
Annual tuition at Pacific American School ranges from TWD 19,866 to TWD 24,499 for 2026/27.
Application & Entrance Fees
- First-time application fee: TWD 100,000. - Entrance testing fees (as applicable): SLEP test TWD 4,000; ERB test TWD 5,500.
Required and Nonrefundable Annual Fees
- Registration fee (per child): TWD 50,000 per year. - Capital fee (per child): TWD 90,000 per year. - Facility & Technology fee: TWD 60,000 per year. - Student accident insurance: TWD 800 per child (annual). - Parent association member fee: TWD 1,000 per family (annual).
Tuition and ESL Fees (Per Semester and Per Academic Year)
- Grade 1–5 tuition: TWD 310,400 per semester; TWD 620,800 per academic year (two semesters). - Grade 6–12 tuition: TWD 382,800 per semester; TWD 765,600 per academic year (two semesters). - ESL fee where applicable (Grade 1–5): TWD 70,000 per semester; TWD 140,000 per academic year. - ESL fee where applicable (Grade 6–12): TWD 80,000 per semester; TWD 160,000 per academic year.
Boarding Fees (if applicable)
- Dormitory and meal service (boarding students): TWD 150,000 per semester; TWD 300,000 per academic year (two semesters).
Optional and Other Fees
- Lunch (optional, charged per year): Grade 1–5 TWD 20,000 per year; Grade 6–12 TWD 30,000 per year. - Textbook fees: vary by grade level and are charged as required. - Standardized testing fees: vary by test and are charged as required. - Transportation (door-to-door service; paid directly to the transportation company): - Hsinchu City round trip TWD 25,000 / one-way TWD 15,000 per year. - Zhubei City round trip TWD 20,000 / one-way TWD 10,000 per year. - Other miscellaneous fees may be charged according to the actual needs of students.
Billing Schedule and Payment Terms
- Tuition and required fees are presented on a per-semester basis; required and nonrefundable fees are billed per year. Enrollment occurring after a semester begins will be billed pro rata for tuition, ESL, boarding and lunch based on the number of weeks attended if enrollment occurs after the first four calendar weeks; all other required fees are due in full at enrollment. - A late payment penalty of 2% will be assessed on any school fee payment that is overdue.
Refund Information
- Withdrawal notified before July 15 or December 15: 100% refund on tuition, ESL, boarding and lunch. - Withdrawal notified from July 15 / December 15 to four weeks after school starts: 50% refund on tuition, ESL, boarding and lunch. - Withdrawal notified after four weeks from school start: no refund for tuition, ESL, boarding or lunch. - Enrollment during the first four calendar weeks of any semester requires all fees to be paid in full at enrollment. Enrollment after the first four calendar weeks results in prorated tuition, ESL, boarding and lunch as noted above.
Academics
Pacific American School teaches American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP).
Curriculum
PAS delivers an English-language, American-style curriculum across three stages: Elementary (Grades 1–5), Middle School (Grades 6–8), and High School (Grades 9–12). Elementary focuses on English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies, with STEAM integration twice weekly and enrichment in Art, Music, Physical Education, and World Languages. Middle School emphasizes core subjects with ESL support, includes Technology and Design Thinking, and offers electives such as Art/Design and Robotics; PAS has been a Google School since 2014. High School provides a college-preparatory program with Regular and Honors tracks and offers extensive Advanced Placement courses across humanities, social sciences, and STEM, including AP U.S. History, AP World History, AP European History, AP U.S. Government and Politics, AP Comparative Government and Politics, AP Human Geography, AP Macroeconomics, AP Microeconomics, AP English Language and Composition, AP Seminar, and AP Research. The curriculum is complemented by global-citizenship activities such as Model United Nations and STEAM-focused programs like AIoT and robotics.
Gifted and Talented
Advanced learners have access to Honors and AP courses (e.g., AP Seminar/Research and AP English Language; AP history/economics/history tracks) to support acceleration.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Public information does not describe a dedicated SEL program; PAS emphasizes Global Citizenship and student life activities such as Model United Nations (MUN) and Debate to support empathy and global perspectives.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Public information does not specify a dedicated SEN program or whether PAS is a specialist SEN institution; admissions materials discuss English language needs and ESL testing but do not detail SEN services.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
ESL testing is part of the admissions process; non-native English speakers may be tested to determine ESL support needs, and if such support is required, related fees apply.
Mental Wellbeing
No explicit mental wellbeing program is published; safeguarding information focuses on protection policies and procedures rather than wellbeing services.
Safeguarding
Pacific American School maintains a Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy; the Designated Safeguarding Lead is the Guidance Counselor, with the School Nurse as Deputy Safeguarding Lead; staff receive annual training; concerns are reported to the DSL and, if required, to the relevant authorities within 24 hours, in line with Taiwan law.
Admissions
Admissions
Pacific American School (PAS) admissions overview and process are described here based on publicly available PAS materials. The school is located at No. 307, Section 1, Xinglong Road, Zhubei, Hsinchu County, Taiwan (postal code 30272). For families exploring PAS, an on-campus visit or Open House is encouraged to learn about programs and campus facilities.
Step 1 — Attend an Open House or schedule a campus visit. Open House events for 2026 are February 8, March 7, April 11, May 16, and June 13, each from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Expect a guided tour of the campus, insights into PAS programs (including AIoT, robotics, and STEAM), and opportunities to ask questions about student life and supports. Registration is required to attend, and you can learn more about the campus and programs during these events.
Step 2 — Submit an application. Applications are submitted through the PAS Apply Now portal (pas.openapply.com). A completed application does not guarantee placement; PAS applies a holistic review that considers academic achievement, developmental and behavioral background, and English language proficiency. Priority consideration is given to U.S. or second passport holders and to applicants with stronger academic English proficiency.
Step 3 — Admissions review and interview. Admissions decisions are based on a review of each candidate's academic achievement, developmental, social, and behavioral background, as well as English language proficiency. Alignment in values and expectations between family and school is also considered. Interviews are an integral part of the process, but an interview does not guarantee admission.
Step 4 — Testing, English proficiency, and eligibility. For Grade 1–2, foundational English is recommended and ESL testing may be administered for language learners. For Grades 3–5 and 6–10, a standardized ERB test will be administered (fees apply), with ESL testing for non-native English speakers as needed. For Grade 11–12, English proficiency is required. After admission, Advanced Placement (AP) programs are available to eligible Grade 9 and Grade 12 students, subject to GPA prerequisites.
Step 5 — Admission outcome and enrollment. If admitted, students may pursue AP subjects, subject to GPA and prerequisite requirements. AP is available to all eligible Grade 9 and Grade 12 PAS students enrolled. If ESL support is required after admission, additional fees will apply.
Scholarships
PAS does not publicly advertise scholarships or a formal financial aid program on its public pages.
FAQs
Where is Pacific American School located and what grades does it serve?
Pacific American School is a private international school in Zhubei City, Hsinchu County, Taiwan, at No. 307, Section 1, Xinglong Road. It serves grades 1–12 in a co‑educational, English‑medium program with an American‑based curriculum.
What is the language of instruction and what English support is available?
Instruction is in English, with English as a Second Language (ESL) support available to help students access the curriculum and build proficiency.
Who leads the school and who is the head of PAS?
The Head of School is Pamela Chu, who oversees PAS and its academic and student programs.
What are the tuition and mandatory annual fees for the 2025–26 year?
Tuition is NT$ 310,400 per semester for Grades 1–5 (NT$ 620,800 per year) and NT$ 382,800 per semester for Grades 6–12 (NT$ 765,600 per year). Mandatory annual fees include Registration NT$ 50,000, Capital NT$ 90,000, Facility & Technology NT$ 60,000, Student accident insurance NT$ 800, and Parent association member fee NT$ 1,000. There are ESL fees if needed and a boarding option for eligible students.
How does PAS handle admissions and what is considered in the process?
PAS uses a holistic admissions process that evaluates academics, development, social and behavioral background, and English proficiency, along with alignment of family and school values. Interviews are part of the review, and there is priority for U.S. or second passport holders and those with stronger academic English. ESL testing and ERB testing may be required depending on grade level.
What ESL and English proficiency requirements exist for admission?
ESL testing may be required for some applicants to determine if ESL support is needed. Grades 11–12 require English proficiency to enroll, and ESL support is available if needed, with applicable fees.
What does the PAS curriculum look like from Elementary to High School?
Elementary emphasizes inquiry‑based learning with twice‑weekly STEAM activities and ESL support. Middle School covers core subjects with electives like Art & Design, Performing Arts, and Robotics, and includes Technology and Design Thinking as a required course. High School offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses and a strong technology/STEAM program with coding, cybersecurity, data modeling, and machine learning, plus project‑based learning.
Are AP courses and college readiness emphasized at PAS?
Yes. AP courses are available in multiple subjects, and the program emphasizes college readiness through real‑world projects and high‑level coursework.
Which universities have PAS graduates been admitted to?
PAS maintains a 2024 College Admissions List with graduates admitted to universities in the USA, Canada, the UK, Australia, and Hong Kong, including Pomona College, University of Pennsylvania, Northwestern, Cornell, University of Chicago, UC Berkeley, UCLA, University of Michigan, NYU, and many others.
What facilities and spaces support PAS's STEM and technology programs?
PAS features dedicated technology labs, collaborative learning spaces, VEX Robotics facilities, and an AIoT program. The school partners with institutions like National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University (NYCU) for workshops and mentorship.
What sports and extracurricular activities does PAS offer?
PAS offers a range of sports teams including HS and MS Basketball, Badminton, Cheerleading, Soccer, Track & Field, and a Cycling team. Extracurriculars include Debate, Model United Nations, Orchestra, Rock Band, Dance, and Media Club.
What capstone and project programs are part of PAS?
Capstone programs include Robotics/VEX, AIoT, Ecosystem, Upcycling, Sustainable Art, Debate, and Model United Nations, all designed to emphasize hands‑on, project‑based learning in technology, engineering, and sustainability.
What arts and clubs are available to PAS students?
Secondary offerings include Orchestra, Rock Band, Dance, and various Arts/Media clubs, alongside sustainability and entrepreneurship activities as part of the wider extracurricular program.
How does PAS foster leadership and global citizenship?
Leadership is encouraged through a democratically elected Student Council with middle and high school roles. Model United Nations and Debate programs develop global perspectives, while the Finance & Entrepreneurship program culminates in a Year‑End Business Pitch Competition.
How does PAS support wellbeing and safeguarding for students?
A Guidance Counselor leads safeguarding efforts, supported by the School Nurse as Deputy Safeguarding Lead. Staff receive annual safeguarding training, and there is a formal process for reporting concerns with incidents escalated to the Head of School as needed.
What support is available for English language learners (EAL)?
PAS provides mainstream classes alongside ESL support to help EAL students access the curriculum, with additional language help as needed and corresponding fees if required.
Are boarding and meals available at PAS?
Yes. Boarding is available with on‑campus dormitory and meals for boarding students, priced at NT$ 150,000 per semester (NT$ 300,000 per year). Day students can opt for lunch at additional cost.
What transportation options exist for PAS students?
PAS offers door‑to‑door transportation. For students in Hsinchu City or Zhubei City, round‑trip transport is NT$ 40,000 and one‑way transport is NT$ 25,000.
What community events does PAS host for families and students?
PAS hosts a wide slate of events throughout the year, including Back to School, Camp PAS, Spirit Week, Halloween, Thanksgiving Luncheon, Winter Dance, ES Showcase, Christmas Performance, VEX Signature Event, Sports Day, MS/HS Showcase, ES Talent Show, Spring Concert, Graduation, and High School Musical.
What is PAS's educational philosophy and history?
PAS has transformed from a traditional lecture‑based model to a forward‑thinking, project‑based community focused on innovation, sustainability, and 21st‑century competencies such as research, critical thinking, communication, teamwork, and problem‑solving, with a global perspective at its core.
