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Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Leadership and Professional
Stages Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, Secondary School
Introduction
QSI International School of Sarajevo offers a bespoke curriculum with AP options for students aged 3 to 18. The QSI Program uses Mastery Learning with exit outcomes: Success Orientations, Knowledge, Competencies; treating time as a resource and reteaching to ensure mastery. The curriculum aligns to US standards (Common Core, NGSS, NCTM, NCSS) to prepare students for university. AP courses include Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science Principles, French Language and Culture, German Language and Culture, English Language and Composition, Human Geography, Research, Seminar, Statistics, and World History; the AP Capstone Diploma is available, with AP via QSI Virtual School. Languages offered are Bosnian, French, and German. The Alipasina Street 41 campus spans 4,000 square meters with 22 classrooms, a gym, science labs, a library of 16,000 books, Maker Space, a recording studio, an auditorium, and kitchen/cafeteria. After-school programs include CEESA sports and activities, Lego League Robotics, Mathematics Club, Model United Nations, and arts offerings.
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The Essentials
QSI International School of Sarajevo has 164 pupils, instruction in English.
Location
Alipasina 41, Sarajevo, 71000, Bosnia & Herzegovina. The school is in the city of Sarajevo.
Stages
Preschool; Elementary; Middle School; Secondary. The school offers Preschool through Secondary School programs and is divided into Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, and Secondary levels.
Type
International school
Pupil Nationality Mix
Students from over 25 nationalities.
Diving Deeper
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Fees
Application / Registration Fee - A one-time registration fee for new students is USD 300.
Tuition (annual) — published amount - Annual tuition is USD 25,900 per student. This single annual amount is listed as applying to all students.
Tuition by year group / per term - The published materials list a single annual tuition amount for all grades (USD 25,900) and do not publish separate tuition rates by grade or a public per-term breakdown. No per-grade or per-term schedule was provided in the school's publicly available fee documents.
Capital development / one-time capital charge - A Capital Development Fund amount is shown as USD 1,600 (listed as not required).
Boarding fees - The school operates as a day school; no boarding programme or boarding fees are published.
Other costs and typical additional fees - Registration fee (new students): USD 300. - Capital Development Fund (optional/not required): USD 1,600. - Information on additional charges such as uniforms, textbooks, school lunch prices, bus/transport fees, materials or activity fees, AP exam fees, or extracurricular charges is not published in the publicly available fee documents reviewed. The school's public pages note that bus service and school-provided lunch are available, but no fees for those services are itemised in the materials located.
Billing schedule and payment terms - No publicly posted, itemised billing schedule (for example: deposit amounts, installment dates, term-by-term billing, or late-payment penalties) was found in the school materials reviewed. The published documents provide the annual tuition figure and the registration fee but do not include a documented per-term or installment billing schedule.
Refund information - No published, itemised refund policy for registration fees, deposits or tuition refunds was located in the school's publicly available fee documents. The available fee materials do not specify standard refund terms.
Fee payment options (methods) - The school's publicly available fee documents and admissions materials do not list specific accepted payment methods (for example, bank transfer, credit card, or other payment processors). No published, itemised list of payment methods was found in the materials reviewed.
Summary of published figures (annual) - Registration fee (new students only): USD 300. - Tuition (annual, all students as published): USD 25,900. - Capital Development Fund (optional/not required): USD 1,600.
Note on missing / unpublished details (brief) - The school's publicly posted materials reviewed include the registration fee, the single annual tuition figure, and the capital development amount, but do not publish a grade-by-grade tuition schedule, a per-term breakdown or formal billing calendar, itemised charges for transport/lunch/uniforms, a refund policy, or the accepted payment methods. These specific items were not available in the documents located during the review.
Academics
QSI International School of Sarajevo teaches Bespoke Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP) for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
The QSI Curriculum uses Mastery Learning and emphasizes mastery through projects, investigations, and varied assessments. Time is treated as a resource, with teachers reteaching to help every student achieve mastery. Exit Outcomes guide learning with Success Orientations, Knowledge, and Competencies, and the curriculum includes Program Outcomes, Course Outcomes, Units, and TSWs. The curriculum is aligned to US standards such as Common Core, NGSS, NCTM, and NCSS to prepare students for university. The school offers College Board AP courses locally, including AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Computer Science Principles, AP French Language and Culture, AP German Language and Culture, AP English Language & Composition, AP Human Geography, AP Research, AP Seminar, AP Statistics, and AP World History; the AP Capstone Diploma is available, with additional AP courses offered virtually through QSI Virtual School (QVS). Bosnian, French, and German are offered as languages of study; elementary and middle school students take language classes five times a week, while the Secondary level requires two years of language credits in the same language and offers AP French and AP German tests.
Higher Education Progression
Post-secondary awareness includes career development and university planning.
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Admissions
Admissions
Six-step admissions process: Step 1 Learn about QSI Sarajevo; Step 2 Arrange a visit; Step 3 Complete and submit the application forms and necessary documents; Step 4 Take the placement test and interview; Step 5 Placement and Acceptance; Step 6 Pay the one-time, non-refundable registration fee. Start the Application Process on OpenApply. Address: Alipasina 41, Sarajevo, Bosnia & Herzegovina.
Scholarships
Scholarships are offered. The scholarship window opens every spring. For Spring 2026, applications are due by March 27, 2026. The process includes completing the application and bringing a paper copy to the main office by the deadline, followed by an interview and placement testing, with final decisions by the QSI Sarajevo Advisory Board. Current scholarship recipients have priority and will receive a separate email with reapplication instructions. Download the Scholarship application. Contact sarajevo@qsi.org or +387 (0) 33-424-450. Address: Alipasina 41, Sarajevo, 71000, Bosnia & Herzegovina.
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FAQs
Where is QSI International School of Sarajevo located and what campus facilities does it have?
QSI International School of Sarajevo is located at Alipasina 41, Sarajevo, 71000, Bosnia & Herzegovina. The campus spans about 4,000 square meters and includes 22 classrooms, a gym and fitness room, two science labs, two computer labs, a Maker Space, a library with about 16,000 books, an auditorium, a recording studio, a kitchen/cafeteria, and indoor and outdoor playgrounds.
What age range and school levels does QSI Sarajevo serve?
The school serves students aged 3 to 18 across Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, and Secondary levels. Programs are structured to support transitions from early years through university preparation.
What is the QSI curriculum and how is learning assessed at the school?
The QSI Curriculum uses Mastery Learning with Exit Outcomes in Success Orientations, Knowledge, and Competencies, treating time as a resource so teachers reteach until students achieve mastery. Learning is demonstrated through projects, investigations, varied assessments, and clearly defined Program and Course Outcomes.
How do I start the admissions process and what are the main steps?
Admissions follow a six-step process: learn about the school, arrange a visit, complete and submit application forms and documents, take placement tests and attend interviews, receive placement and acceptance, and pay the one-time, non-refundable registration fee. Applications are submitted through the school's application system and placement testing and interviews are part of final acceptance.
Is there a registration fee for new students?
Yes, there is a one-time registration fee for new students of USD 300.
What is the Capital Development Fund and is it required?
A Capital Development Fund amount is shown as USD 1,600, and it is listed as optional/not required.
Does QSI Sarajevo offer scholarships and how do I apply?
Scholarships are offered with a window that opens each spring; for Spring 2026 scholarship applications are due by March 27, 2026. The process requires completing the scholarship application and delivering a paper copy to the main office by the deadline, followed by an interview and placement testing, with final decisions made by the QSI Sarajevo Advisory Board; current recipients receive priority and should follow separate reapplication instructions.
Who can I contact about scholarships or admissions questions?
You can contact the school by email at sarajevo@qsi.org or by phone at +387 (0) 33-424-450 for questions about scholarships or admissions.
Which AP courses are available at QSI Sarajevo and is the AP Capstone Diploma offered?
The school offers a range of College Board AP courses locally, including AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Computer Science Principles, AP French Language and Culture, AP German Language and Culture, AP English Language & Composition, AP Human Geography, AP Research, AP Seminar, AP Statistics, and AP World History. The AP Capstone Diploma is available, and additional AP courses can be taken via QSI Virtual School (QVS).
How does the school prepare students for university and post-secondary planning?
Curriculum alignment to US standards (Common Core, NGSS, NCTM, NCSS) and the Mastery Learning approach prepare students academically for university. The counseling program includes Post-secondary Awareness and individual student planning to support career development and university application preparation.
What size is the student body and how international is the community?
The school enrolls a total of 164 students and serves a diverse community with students from more than 25 nationalities.
What sports and physical education facilities does the school have?
The campus includes a gymnasium, a fitness room, changing rooms with showers, two outdoor playgrounds, and a large indoor playground. These facilities support the PE curriculum, recreational activities, and CEESA athletic competitions.
Does QSI Sarajevo participate in regional sports and cultural events?
Yes, QSI Sarajevo is a member of CEESA and students aged 11 and up participate in CEESA events including football, basketball, volleyball, cross-country, swimming, tennis, and other competitions, and the school hosts and travels to regional tournaments and cultural festivals.
What academic facilities support STEM and creative learning?
The school has two science labs, two computer labs, a Maker Space for hands-on projects, and a library with about 16,000 books. An auditorium and a recording studio also support arts, presentations, and media projects.
What after-school activities and clubs are available for students?
After-school programs run Monday through Thursday from 3:25 to 4:25 p.m. and include CEESA sports, First Lego League Robotics, Mathematics Club, Model United Nations, music, art, dance, ballet, gymnastics, tennis, rollerblading, swimming, and other co-curricular activities.
Are there opportunities for students to compete or showcase skills beyond school?
Yes, students participate in CEESA athletic tournaments and cultural festivals across Europe, and co-curricular programs like First Lego League and Model United Nations provide opportunities for regional competition and showcases.
What counseling and social-emotional support does the school provide?
The counseling program is student-centered and delivered through Individual Student Planning, System Support, Guidance Curriculum, and Responsive Services. Counselors work with students from Pre-K through secondary on Academic Development, Post-secondary Awareness, Social/Emotional Development, and Global Perspective.
How does the school support wellbeing and mental health?
The EMPOWER curriculum integrates social-emotional learning and child protection, aligning with CASEL, ISCA, AISA standards, the UNCRC, and ICMEC best practices. EMPOWER lessons are delivered through a weekly class period each year and focus on skills like emotional regulation, collaboration, and resilience.
What support is available for students with special educational needs?
The school uses the EMPOWER curriculum to provide a positive, safe, and supportive environment and states that its approach is inclusive regardless of disability. Additional individualized supports are provided as part of the school's inclusive practices.
What safeguarding and child protection measures are in place?
QSI follows the CEESA Safeguarding and Child Protection Statement and Commitments, including regular onsite training, safe recruitment practices, and a school-based Child Protection Team. Policies include a handbook, reporting guidelines, procedures for field trips, and education for students and adults on how to identify trusted adults and report concerns.
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