Ho Chi Minh City is currently home to nearly 30 schools offering British, American, or Australian curricula, commonly referred to as “international schools.” Students typically graduate with globally recognized qualifications such as A-Levels, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or high school diplomas issued by various Australian states.
2026-2027 academic year fees
Many schools have officially announced their tuition rates for the upcoming academic year, ranging from VND155.8 million to nearly VND1 billion annually. These baseline rates generally apply to parents who pay in a lump sum, which secures a 3-6% discount compared to installment plans.
Compared to last year, tuition has increased by 3-6% across most institutions. However, the North American International School (SNA) and Scotch AGS South Australian School have opted to keep their fees unchanged.
With the exception of the International School Ho Chi Minh City (ISHCMC), these base fees do not cover lunch, transportation, or enrollment charges.
The most expensive institutions
The British International School (BIS) charges the city’s highest tuition.
Annual tuition ranges from VND246.5 million to VND521 million at the preschool level. This rises to VND759.6 million for Grade 6 and reaches a peak of VND999.3 million for Grade 12 students, excluding lunch, transportation, and other supplementary costs.
ISHCMC follows closely, with fees ranging from VND287.4 million to VND987.8 million per year. Two other schools, Saigon South International School (SSIS) and the Australian International School (AIS), also charge more than VND900 million annually for their Grade 12 students.
Tuition fees for the 2026-2027 academic year at 13 international schools in HCMC:
| No | Schools | Tuition Fees (million dong) | ||
| Kindergarten | Primary School | Secondary/High School | ||
| 1 | British International School (BIS) | 246.5 – 521 | 679.9 – 759.6 | 875.6 – 999.3 |
| 2 | International School Ho Chi Minh City (ISHCMC) | 287.4 – 702.4 | 702.4 – 769.6 | 874.9 – 987.8 |
| 3 | Saigon South International School (SSIS) | 530 – 603.2 | 730.8 | 782.6 – 924.5 |
| 4 | Australian International School (AIS) | 311.9 – 322.2 | 597.1 – 689.8 | 749.6 – 908 |
| 5 | European International School (EIS) | 289.9 – 511.3 | 594.6 – 647.4 | 679.3 – 814 |
| 6 | Canadian International School (CIS) | 366.8 (Pre-school) | 558 – 587.5 | 641.5 – 865.2 |
| 7 | US Vietnam Talent International School (UTS) | 155.8 (Pre-school) | 174.7 – 212.8 (Bilingual) 227.8 – 290.6 (International) | 241.4 – 343.2 (Bilingual) 310.4 – 458 (International) |
| 8 | ISHCMC – American Academy (ISHCMC-AAA) | – | – | 615.2 – 769 |
| 9 | Schools of North America (SNA) | 514.6 (Pre-school) | 514.6 | 689.2 – 843.3 |
| 10 | British Vietnamese International School (BVIS) | 259.2 – 350.8 | 489.4 – 513.5 | 614.7 – 708.8 |
| 11 | Scotch College Australian International School (Scotch AGS) | – | 317 – 404.6 | 450.8 – 521.5 |
| 12 | Renaissance International School Saigon | 202-404 | 522.5 – 656.4 | 734.6 – 856.3 |
| 13 | Singapore International School (SIS) | 151.6 – 219 (Integrated) 280.6 – 358.8 (International) | 268 – 269.3 (Integrated) 528.3 – 530.7 (International) | 306.7 – 663.5 (Integrated) 532.4 – 663.5 (International) |
Additional costs and services
Depending on the school, standard tuition may or may not cover foundational items such as textbooks, stationery, uniforms, and extracurricular activities.
Families should anticipate these out-of-pocket expenses when budgeting for the academic year.
Beyond these basic supplies, parents must also account for several other significant services and administrative charges.
Daily logistics, including school bus transportation and boarding or lunch programs, often form a major part of the annual cost.
A teacher and students interact during a class at British International School, Ho Chi Minh City. Photo from the school’s Facebook’s page |
The admissions process itself brings mandatory upfront expenses. These generally include initial placement testing fees alongside substantial enrollment or reservation deposits. It is worth noting that these deposits are frequently non-refundable if a student withdraws prior to official enrollment.
Ultimately, these combined expenses highlight the growing financial commitment required for families seeking an international education in Vietnam’s largest city.
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