American School of Dubai

ASD High School provides a challenging college-preparatory program aligned with Common Core State Standards and a standards-based grading system. The minimum graduation credit requirement is 25, with a four-year program offering up to 32 credits; students complete core courses in math, science, social studies, English, and world languages each year. In grades 10–12, students may enroll in Advanced Placement courses, with ASD offering 25 AP courses including the AP Capstone Diploma. AP courses carry a 0.25 weight in GPA, and the AP Capstone Diploma requires four AP courses, a research seminar, and an independent project.

ASD supports arts and creative expression through campus life and electives. The High School Course Catalog includes Advanced Dance, Advanced Theatre Production, and opportunities in creative writing and other performing arts offerings.

World Languages are part of the curriculum, including Arabic Language Arts as a dedicated World Language track. Arabic Language Arts and other World Languages are available within the High School curriculum.

Campus Life includes Arts, Athletics, Aquatics, Campus Recreation, and Student Organizations, providing a range of extracurricular activities to support student interests.

INSPIRE Global Experiences provide cultural, eco-adventure, or service-learning opportunities; Service Learning is an ASD program that engages students in campus, community, and global sustainability initiatives.

Counseling & Support offers personalized student development and college planning; University Rep Visits contribute to college readiness; INSPIRE Global Experiences fosters leadership and professional development opportunities.

ASD provides Athletics, Aquatics, and Campus Recreation as part of campus life, supporting physical health and wellbeing alongside wellness programming.