Pre-School & Elementary Tuition & Fees 2010-2011

Overview

In order to ensure the adequate allocation and preparation of resources for a student's education at APU International School, the school requires the timely payment of tuition and other associated fees. The payment of these fees ensures that the school can continue to maintain the same high quality of service from year to year as well as make improvements to facilities and the program curriculum.

Registration

US$ 150.00 per student

  • This is a one-time fee payable when the application form is submitted. This fee must be paid by all students who are applying to be accepted to APU Elementary School for the first time. This fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.

Tuition Payment Schedule

For students enrolling at the beginning of the school year, there are two payment options:

Pre-School & Elementary Tuition & Fees 2010-2011
Grade Option A
Full payment
Due by July 20, 2010
Option B
Semesterly Payment Plan
First Semester
Due by July 20, 2010
Second Semester
Due by January 10, 2011
Pre-School US$ 5,800.00 US$ 3,000.00 US$ 3,000.00
Grade 1-2 US$ 6,000.00 US$ 3,100.00 US$ 3,100.00
Grade 3-5 US$ 6,400.00 US$ 3,300.00 US$ 3,300.00

Capital Levy

A Capital Levy Fee of US$ 1,000.00 per student is required to pay for expenses that tuition does not cover. This includes major expenses related to new building, upgrades in labs, and investment in technology that ensures your child has the best education possible.

  • One time payment for new students only
  • This is a one-time fee payable when the student is accepted by APU Elementary School. This fee must be paid before the first day of school.
  • This fee must be paid upon enrollment. This fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.

Deposit Fee

US$ 1,000.00

  • For students returning to APU Elementary School and any new students enrolling before the beginning of the school year, a deposit of US$ 1,000.00 is required.
    • Please note: For new students, an application fee is payable upon submission of their applications and the deposit is payable when enrollment in the school is confirmed.
  • The deposit will be paid prior the beginning of the school year.
  • The deposit will be credited against tuition during the first invoice of the 2010-2011 academic year.
  • The deposit is non-refundable and non-transferable.

Other Fees

Uniforms

  • School Uniform: US$ 22.00/ set
  • P.E. Uniform: US$ 14.00/ set
  • Shoes: US$22.00/ pair

(Boy's uniform includes shirt, trousers, shoes; Girl's uniform includes shirt, skirt, shoes. Students are required to wear uniforms in school).

Lunch Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Snack

  • Option 1 (Full payment): US$ 820.00/Year
  • Option 2 (Semester payment plan): US$ 430.00/Semester
    • This fee must be paid on a semester basis. Refunds will be provided only for full semester of non-usage with a ten-day advance notice.

School Bus

    Within Semester Price per Student
    0 - 5 km US$ 530.00
    6 - 10 km US$ 600.00
    11 - 15 km US$ 830.00
    16 - 20 km US$ 980.00
    21 - 30 km US$ 1,350.00
    • This fee is for students who select to take the transportation contracted by the school. This fee may be paid on a semester basis. Refunds will be provided only for full semesters of non-usage with a ten-day advance notice.

Housing

  • US$ 1,800.00/ semester/ student + US$ 200.00 deposit (deposit will be refunded if students keep dormitory property in good condition). Students from Pre-School to Grade 3 are exempted to make this deposit.
    • This fee is for students who select to stay in the school dormitory. It may be paid on a semester basis. Refunds will be provided only for a full semester of non-usage with a ten-day advance notice.

Late Payment Policy

Tuition and fees are to be paid by the invoice due date. Please refer to the payment form for more details. Late payment penalties shall be applied as follow:

  • After 15 days beyond the invoice due date: 10% penalty applied.
  • After 30 days beyond the invoice due date: in addition to the 10% penalty, all student records will be withheld by the school and the Principal may dismiss the student(s).

Refund Procedures for Tuition

There is no refund if Option B of the Payment Schedule (Semesterly Payment Plan) is chosen.

If Option A is chosen (Full payment), tuition will be refunded as follows:

Refund Amounts (Option A only)
Time of Withdrawal Refund Amount

Withdrawal During Fall Semester

Refund of 40% of Annual Tuition

Withdrawal During Spring Semester

No Refund Provided

Field Trips

Additional fees may apply.

Payment Procedures for Tuition & Fees

Tuition and fees are to be payable by the invoice due date. Please refer to the Tuition Payment Schedule for more details.

All tuition and fees are adjusted based on the national cost of living adjustment index. For further information, please contact the APU Elementary School Admissions Office (admission@apu.edu.vn) or telephone us at (84-8) 39750 337 or (84-8) 39750 338.

Updated: August 19, 2010