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Curriculum American Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP)
Taught languages French, Arabic
Typical class size 18
Strengths STEM, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Leadership and Professional
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Early Years, Primary School, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction
Schutz American School offers a U.S.-based, college-preparatory education for students from Early Childhood through Grade 12. Accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, it is an IB World School certified for PYP and MYP. The high school Pathway Program emphasizes growth through co-curricular work; growth projects for grades 9–12 are not graded and may involve clubs, internships, or service activities. Graduation outcomes show that 100% of graduates enroll in four-year colleges in the United States, the United Kingdom/Europe, Canada, and Egypt/MENA. Founded in 1924, Schutz embodies community with the motto Schutz Family. The campus includes one-to-one devices, an Early Childhood Learning Center, art studios with a kiln, a black-box theater, a large auditorium, and libraries with access to Bibliotheca Alexandrina. STEM facilities include a design and engineering lab with a 3D printer and dedicated science labs; and a fiber-optic network supports digital learning throughout the learning journey.
Schutz American School has 247 pupils, typical class sizes of 18, instruction in English.
Location
Schutz American School is located in Alexandria, Egypt. The campus address is 51 Schutz St. P.O. Box 1000, Alexandria, Egypt. It offers an Early Childhood program for 3-year-old students through grade 12.
Stages
Elementary School serves Pre-K2 to 5; Middle School serves grades 6-8; High School serves grades 9-12. Schutz American School is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Program (PYP) and the Middle Years Program (MYP).
Type
Independent, nonsectarian, coeducational day school.
Additional learning support
English is the language of instruction. English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is provided. A learning support program (Tier 2 or 3) is available.
Country affiliation
American-based educational program.
Religious affiliation
Nonsectarian.
Fees
Annual tuition at Schutz American School ranges from EGP 19,205 for 2026/27.
Application fee
- Schutz American School does not charge an application fee at the time of submission.
Registration / Enrollment fees
- A registration (enrolment) fee is required to secure an offered place and must be paid within one month of acceptance. - Third-party listings report a one‑time registration fee of USD 989. - An annual infrastructure/maintenance fee is reported separately; third‑party listings report USD 1,412 (annual).
Tuition fees (annual) by year group — stated amounts and per‑term calculation
- Schutz operates a two‑semester academic year (the published academic calendar shows two semesters and multiple quarters). Where only an annual figure is published, a per‑semester fee can be calculated as half the annual tuition (annual ÷ 2): - Pre‑K per semester: USD 2,926 (approx.). - K–Gr 5 per semester: USD 8,402 (approx.). - Gr 6–8 per semester: USD 10,019 (approx.). - Gr 9–12 per semester: USD 10,469 (approx.).
Billing schedule and payment terms
- The school requires that all tuition and fees be paid in full by the stated deadlines; the school reserves the right to unenroll a student for unpaid financial obligations. Invoices are issued by the Finance Office. - The registration fee must be paid within one month of acceptance to secure the place. - The academic calendar shows a two‑semester year and four quarters; the per‑term (semester) amounts above use a two‑semester division. Actual invoice instalment options and deadlines are managed by the Finance Office and shown on school invoices.
Boarding fees
- Schutz American School is a day school; no full‑boarding or weekly‑boarding fee structure applies. Boarding fees are not applicable.
Other costs and optional fees
- Registration / enrolment fee (one‑time) and an annual infrastructure fee are charged in addition to tuition. Reported examples: Registration USD 989 (one‑time) and Infrastructure USD 1,412 (annual). - Bus/transport: a school bus service is available for a limited number of students for an additional fee; routes and fees are charged separately. - Uniforms and clothing: students are required to follow the school's clothing/uniform policy; uniforms must be purchased separately and are an additional cost to tuition. - Co‑curricular / extracurricular activities, specialist lessons, off‑campus trips, and some optional programs (e.g., specialized music or advanced sports) may incur additional charges. Transport, trips, camps and certain program fees are billed separately. - Local‑currency estimates and examples appear in regional school directory listings where annual fees are sometimes displayed in Egyptian pounds (EGP) alongside USD conversions. Reported local examples (for illustration) show EGP figures for each grade band in directory listings.
Refund information
- The reported registration fee is described by external listings as non‑refundable. - The school's tuition and enrollment policy states accounts must be settled by stated deadlines and that the school may withhold services or unenroll students for unpaid balances; specific refund terms for tuition (for mid‑year withdrawal or other circumstances) are not published in the publicly available handbook pages. Refunds, if any, are governed by the school's Finance Office policy and by the terms shown on the enrolment/fee invoice.
Fee payment options
- Invoices are issued by the Finance Office; payment arrangements and accepted payment methods (bank transfer, card, etc.) are managed through the Finance Office and indicated on invoices. - External directory listings commonly indicate fees quoted in USD (for international billing) and in EGP (for local billing). Specific accepted payment methods and the school's preferred bank account details are provided by the Finance Office on invoices.
Summary note on available figures and effective year
- The school's public pages confirm the presence of a registration requirement, the requirement to pay tuition by stated deadlines, that Schutz is a day school, and that the school operates two semesters per year. Exact numeric tuition and fee amounts for the 2026/27 academic year are not published on the school's publicly available finance/admissions pages. The numeric fee figures above are drawn from recent third‑party fee listings and directory summaries that report 2024/25–2025/26 fee levels (examples cited above). Use the Finance Office invoice and the school's formal fee schedule for final/official billed amounts and payment deadlines.
Academics
Schutz American School teaches American Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (MYP) for students aged 2 to 17.
Curriculum
Schutz American School offers a U.S.-based, college-preparatory education from Early Childhood through Grade 12. It is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MAS). Schutz is a U.S. Accredited College, Preparatory School and is certified as an IB School, with the International Baccalaureate curriculum described as rigorous and college-preparatory. The high school Pathway Program emphasizes growth through co-curricular activities; growth projects for grades 9–12 are not graded and do not earn academic credit, and may involve clubs, internships or service activities. Graduation outcomes show that 100% of graduates enroll in four-year colleges, with destinations across the United States, United Kingdom/Europe, Canada, and Egypt/MENA.
Higher Education Progression
Schutz reports that 100% of its graduates enroll in four-year colleges. Destinations include universities in the USA, the UK and Europe, Canada, and Egypt/MENA, such as New York University, Emory University, UC Berkeley, University of Bristol, University of Manchester, University of Toronto, The American University in Cairo, and Coventry University Cairo.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Submit all application requirements by email or in person. This action initiates the Schutz American School admissions process. The next step involves a student assessment and parent interview. 2. Visit SAS for student assessment and parent interview. Prekindergarten and kindergarten applicants meet with an SAS educator. Grade 1-12 applicants take the Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) assessment in math and reading. Parents meet with the divisional principal. 3. Admissions Team reviews application and assessment results. Further information may be requested as needed. This step determines whether the applicant advances toward an admission decision. The decision will move to step 4. 4. Admissions Coordinator notifies family of admissions decision. If accepted, family receives an offer of acceptance. The notice is sent to the family. 5. Family accepts the Enrollment acceptance or declines in writing by email to the Admission Coordinator. To secure the space, the registration fee must be paid within one month of acceptance. If the registration fee is not received by the deadline, the acceptance will be rescinded. 6. Further information is shared by the Admissions Office regarding orientation and the start of school, and by the Finance Office regarding tuition and fees. Families receive communications detailing next steps. The information helps families prepare for the start of the school year.
FAQs
What is Schutz American School?
Schutz American School provides American-style education in Egypt, serving the local and international community.
Where is the school located?
Schutz American School is located in Egypt.
What type of education does it offer?
The school offers American-style international education.
