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MMeridianInternational School
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Admissions

Begin your family's Meridian journey.

Applications for the 2026–27 school year are open now. Here's everything you need to know, from eligibility to move-in day.

Admission Process

Six steps from inquiry to enrollment.

Most families complete the full process in 4–6 weeks. Our admissions team is with you at every step.

01

Inquire

Submit an inquiry form or contact our admissions team to start the conversation and receive an information packet.

02

Tour Campus

Visit in person or take our virtual tour to experience classrooms, faculty, and campus life firsthand.

03

Submit Application

Complete the online application with academic records, teacher recommendations, and required documents.

04

Assessment & Interview

Students complete an age-appropriate assessment; families meet with our admissions committee.

05

Admission Decision

Families receive a decision within 3–4 weeks of a completed application, along with any financial aid offer.

06

Enroll

Confirm your place with an enrollment deposit and join us for new family orientation before the school year begins.

Eligibility

Entry requirements by grade level.

Ages 3–5

Early Years

Must reach the minimum entry age by September 1. No prior schooling required.

Grades 1–5

Primary School

Prior report cards and a brief literacy/numeracy screening appropriate to age.

Grades 6–8

Middle School

Two years of prior academic records, a teacher recommendation, and an in-person or virtual interview.

Grades 9–12

High School

Full transcript history, two teacher recommendations, and a student essay; IB/Cambridge placement reviewed individually.

Tuition & Fees

2026–27 annual tuition.

StageGrade RangeAnnual Tuition
Early YearsAges 3–5$21,400
Primary SchoolGrades 1–5$26,800
Middle SchoolGrades 6–8$29,600
High SchoolGrades 9–12$33,200
Application Fee$150

Non-refundable, due at submission

Enrollment Deposit$2,500

Credited toward first-year tuition

Technology & Materials$650 / year

Devices, textbooks, lab and studio supplies

Tuition is billed annually and covers instruction, core materials, and campus facilities access. Figures are for the 2026–27 school year in USD.

Scholarships & Financial Aid

Meridian is committed to accessible excellence.

We believe a Meridian education shouldn't depend solely on a family's ability to pay full tuition.

Merit Scholarships

Awarded to incoming Grade 9–11 students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement, up to 50% of tuition.

Need-Based Financial Aid

Confidential, income-based assistance available at every grade level. Over 18% of families currently receive aid.

Faculty & Sibling Grants

Reduced tuition for children of Meridian faculty and for third or subsequent siblings enrolled concurrently.

Required Documents

What you'll need to apply.

Gathering these in advance keeps your application moving quickly through review.

Completed online application form
Copy of birth certificate or passport
Academic records from the past two years
Two teacher recommendation letters (Grade 6 and above)
Most recent school report card or transcript
Immunization and health records
Passport-size photograph
Book a Campus Tour

Come see it for yourself.

The best way to understand Meridian is to walk the campus. Tell us a little about your family and our admissions team will follow up within one business day to schedule your visit.

Prefer to talk first? Call +1 (415) 555-0142
FAQ

Common questions from families.

Applications are open now. Our priority deadline is September 30, 2026, with rolling admissions for remaining spaces after that date.