American Curriculum International Schools in Malaysia
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About international schools in Malaysia
American-curriculum international schools in Malaysia teach in English and follow a US-style K - 12 structure that typically leads to an American high-school diploma and, at senior levels, Advanced Placement (AP) subject choices and SAT/ACT preparation. Many schools combine English-medium teaching with compulsory Malay lessons for Malaysian students and wide elective language options such as Mandarin, French or Spanish; schools also commonly run English-support (EAL) or intensive-entry programmes for newcomers. Fees vary a lot by location and school type - from more affordable private campuses to city schools charging substantially more for senior years - so expect a broad range and always check the published fee schedule for the year and grade you need. Admissions usually centre on the main August/September intake with smaller January or mid-year places where available; popular schools advise starting applications many months ahead and schools normally manage the student-pass/visa paperwork for non-Malaysian families.
Compare 8 American Curriculum international schools in Malaysia. Filter by curriculum, fees (average MYR 55,871), location, and more to find the right international school now.
At a glance 8 schools · avg fee MYR 55,871
- Schools listed
- 8
- Curricula
- 8
- Average annual fee
- MYR 55,871
- Fee range
- MYR 21,000 – 142,000
- Most common curriculum
- American Curriculum (8 schools)
- Average school size
- 458 pupils
- Largest by enrolment
- The International School of Kuala Lumpur
- Oldest
- The International School of Kuala Lumpur (1965)
- With boarding
- 3
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