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Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (DP), French Curriculum, American Curriculum
Taught languages Arabic, English, French
Typical class size 18
Strengths Visual and Creative Arts, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Arts and Creative, Academic and Intellectual, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Kindergarten
Introduction
International College Beirut (IC) is an independent, non-profit school with two campuses, Ain Aar and Ras Beirut. Founded in 1891, IC is chartered by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and serves about 3,500 students. IC offers four programs: the Lebanese Program, the French Program, the International Baccalaureate (IB) program with PYP and DP, and the American College Preparatory Program. The Primary Years Programme runs through early years and primary grades; after PYP, students select a program. All programs require three languages: Arabic (host), a language of instruction (French or English), and an additional language (French in the English stream, English in the French stream). Other languages are offered in the Secondary School. The school promotes intercultural understanding through multilingual communication and reports a 100% university acceptance rate worldwide. Facilities span two campuses with modern classrooms, laboratories, libraries, art and music studios, STEAM spaces, auditoriums, and athletic facilities. The Ali Ghandour Center for Leadership, Diversity, and Civic Engagement offers a three-year Community Engaged Learning program. IC runs over 130 clubs across Arts, Culture, and Service.
International College Beirut has 3,650 pupils, typical class sizes of 18, instruction in English, French.
Location
Ras Beirut campus on Hamra Bliss Street, Beirut, Lebanon (113-5373). Ain Aar campus is in Ain Aar, Lebanon. Both campuses are located in the Beirut area.
Stages
Pre-K through Grade 12; Early Childhood, Elementary School, Middle School, and High School.
Type
Independent, non-profit international school.
Pupil Nationality Mix
Over 3,500 students; most are Lebanese; students come from Lebanon and other countries in the region and around the world.
Additional learning support
Learning Support is provided by Learning Support Teachers; accommodations are offered for the Lebanese Baccalaureate, French Baccalaureate, and International Baccalaureate exams; support with SAT and university admissions.
Country affiliation
Massachusetts, United States (chartered by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts).
Bus service
Bus service is provided for Ras Beirut Campus and Ain Aar Campus. Online bus forms are submitted; routes include lines A, B, C and 1-2-3-4-L-M-I. A mobile locator app tracks buses and school location; bus fees are billed in the second and third trimesters; places are limited.
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Fees
Annual tuition at International College Beirut ranges from LBP 882,627,422 to LBP 1,031,586,503 for 2026/27.
Academic year: 2025–2026.
Application and one-time enrollment fees - Application fee (one-time, upon enrollment): USD 199 (cash). - Capital / Development fee (one-time, payable on enrollment for new students): USD 4,000 (cash).
Tuition — installment (trimester) amounts and annual totals - School year payment structure: three installments (trimesters) with the scheduled dates shown below. Each trimester amount is listed in USD; the school also records equivalent Lebanese Pounds amounts.
- Preschool (per trimester and annual total): - 1st Trimester (April 2025): USD 2,700. - 2nd Trimester (September 2025): USD 3,290. - 3rd Trimester (January 2026): USD 3,290. - Annual total (sum of three trimesters): USD 9,280.
Instructional materials and IB fees - Instructional materials (charged by trimester in the 2nd and 3rd trimesters): - Preschool: USD 150 per trimester (September and January), total USD 300. - Elementary: USD 200 per trimester (September and January), total USD 400. - IB programme fees (charged across the 2nd and 3rd trimesters): - IB I (secondary): USD 400 in September and USD 400 in January, total USD 800. - IB II (secondary): USD 400 in September and USD 400 in January, total USD 800.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Payments are scheduled in three trimesters with the following dates used for the listed amounts: 1st trimester — April 2025; 2nd trimester — September 2025; 3rd trimester — January 2026. Each trimester invoice reflects the amount due for that period. - One-time fees (application and development) are payable upon enrollment of a new student. - The school issues fee notes and instructs payment through the Business Office or the banks named on the individual fee note; fee notes list the exact balance due and must be used when settling fees. Partial payments less than the due balance are not accepted.
Accepted payment methods - For the 2025–2026 schedule, payments are accepted in cash only. The fee note and business-office instructions indicate payment can be made at the Business Office or at the banks listed on the fee note.
Boarding - International College does not offer boarding; it does not accommodate boarding students. No boarding fees apply.
Refund and withdrawal rules - Capital / Development fee for new students: refundable only if a written request is submitted to the Business Office before the specified deadline (deadline described in the school's published circulars). After that deadline no refund of the development fee is made in any case. - First-trimester fees (first installment) for newly enrolled students: non-refundable in all cases. For returning students, the first-trimester fee is refundable only if a written request is submitted to the Business Office before the deadline specified for that year; no refunds are issued after the deadline. - No refunds are made for the second and third-trimester school fees in any case and for any reason. School fees are non-transferable to a third party (including siblings) after the stated deadline. Withdrawal prior to the start of the academic year may be treated differently for newly admitted students (see the refund provisions above).
Other costs and incidental fees - Instructional materials and IB fees are charged in addition to trimester tuition as shown above. Additional incidental costs such as uniforms, transportation, lunches, specialist activity fees, exam fees, insurance or optional trips are managed and invoiced separately; customary items charged in prior circulars include instructional materials and IB fees as listed. Specific uniform and auxiliary-service fees are published in the school's fee notes and circulars.
Academics
International College Beirut teaches IB (PYP), IB (DP), French Curriculum, American Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
IC offers four programs: the Lebanese Program, the French Program, the International Baccalaureate (IB), and the American College Preparatory Program. IC implements the Primary Years Programme across all early years and primary grade levels. After the PYP, students choose their program of study. All programs require students to study three languages: Arabic as the host language; a language of instruction (French or English); and an additional language (French in the English stream and English in the French stream). Other languages are offered at the Secondary School, depending on the program chosen. The school fosters intercultural understanding through communication in a variety of languages. The school reports a 100% acceptance rate to top universities in Lebanon, Europe, North America, and worldwide.
Exam Results
IC publishes official exam results annually. The Official Exams Results page presents the 2024-2025 results and the 2023-2024 results, and celebrates student achievements. It includes a section that highlights where graduates go next, indicating university destinations.
Higher Education Progression
Graduates have been admitted to a wide range of international universities, including American University of Beirut (Lebanon), Massachusetts Institute of Technology (United States), Columbia University (United States), University of Edinburgh (United Kingdom), and University of Toronto (Canada), among others.
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Admissions
Admissions
Phase I - Enrollment Application Submission and Initial Review: complete and submit the online application form with all required documents; an email confirmation is sent once submission is successful; all applications are reviewed for completeness and eligibility, and follow-up communication is sent if any documents are missing; details must be accurate, including academic records and current contact information.
Phase II - Qualified Submitted Applications (QSA): after the initial review, eligible complete applications are designated as QSA and invited to pay the non-refundable application fee of $199 to proceed.
Phase III - Assessments, Interviews, and Ranking on the Qualified Candidates List (QCL): exams and interviews; applicants to Pre-K/ Petite Section participate in a qualifying interview, while applicants for higher grades complete entrance exams and grade-appropriate interviews; exam subjects may include French, English, Math, Arabic, and others depending on the program. Ranking on the QCL is based on entrance exam performance, interview results, academic records, submitted videos (if applicable), school recommendations, priority status, and assessment of relevant skills and competencies.
Phase IV - Final Selection of Candidates: the Admissions Committee makes final selection decisions based on rankings; those with the highest performance are offered admission subject to available vacancies; candidates who achieve top results but have no vacancies may remain on the QCL for the current academic year or may reapply for the following year. General notes: admission is considered complete only after registration is finalized.
Scholarships
The Scholarship Program is spread over three years, starting with the 10th grade. It mentors students through volunteering with grassroots organizations and culminates with students leading Community Service Projects (CSPs). The program also exposes enrolled students to national, regional and international competitions in fields such as social entrepreneurship, project design, implementation and evaluation, and public speaking, with the aim of providing students with the skills and tools to become active agents of change. For more information, please click here.
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FAQs
What age range does International College Beirut serve?
International College Beirut serves students from age 3 to 18.
What curriculum does International College Beirut follow?
The school offers the International Baccalaureate programme. It is also part of the AEFE French educational network.
What are the tuition fees at International College Beirut?
Annual fees range from approximately 4,199 to 12,447.
Is International College Beirut a day school or boarding school?
International College Beirut operates as a day school.
Is International College Beirut co-educational?
Yes, International College Beirut is a co-educational school welcoming both boys and girls.
Where is International College Beirut located?
International College has its primary campus on Bliss Street in the Hamra district of Beirut, with a secondary campus in Ain Aar. The Hamra campus is centrally located in a vibrant commercial and university district.
When was International College Beirut founded?
International College Beirut was established in 1891.
How many students attend International College Beirut?
International College Beirut has approximately 3650 students. Over 3,500 students; most are Lebanese; students come from Lebanon and other countries in the region and around the world.
Does International College Beirut provide learning support for students with additional needs?
Learning Support at IC is an integral part of the educational mission and not a separate pathway. Learning Support Teachers work with classroom teachers to differentiate instruction and adapt lessons, materials, and assessments to suit each learner.
How do I apply to International College Beirut?
Online application is available. Tuition assistance programs exist for eligible families.
What extracurricular activities are available at International College Beirut?
IC offers four programs: the Lebanese Program, the French Program, The International Baccalaureate, and the American College Preparatory Program.
What languages are taught at International College Beirut?
English, French, and Arabic are used as languages of instruction.
Does International College Beirut provide a bus service?
Bus service is available for students.
What accreditations does International College Beirut hold?
AEFE (Agence pour l'Enseignement Français à l'Étranger) - part of French educational network.
CIS (Council of International Schools) - accredited.
NEASC (New England Association of Schools and Colleges) - accredited.
