Asia Pacific International School (APIS) is a 3-12 grade, coed, college-preparatory school with a mission to nurture leaders of the New Pacific Century and bridge the gap between East and West.
To leverage the power of place-based education, APIS has established a global network of campuses under one school: an East Asia campus in Seoul, South Korea, and a West campus in Hau`ula, Hawai`i.
The 97-acre Hawai`i campus on the North Shore of O`ahu is a safe learning environment, where students from Hawai`i and around the world build relationships, explore passions, and become leaders.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
Top Rankings
Asia Pacific International School Hawaii ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 274 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Definition of Terms | 2026 School Data
Asia Pacific International School Hawaii
Boarding School Avg.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
2007
1907
Campus Size
97 acres
130 acres
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 28, 2027
School Motto
Nurturing Leaders of the New Pacific Century
Student Body
Enrollment
70 students
320 students
% Students of Color
30%
27%
% International Students
30%
20%
% Students Boarding
30%
66%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academic Profile
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
7:1
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
70%
73%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
Accreditations
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
Hawaii Association of Independent Schools (HAIS)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
Hawaii Association of Independent Schools (HAIS)
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
4
18
Courses
College courses offered in partnership with the University of Hawai‘i (UH)
Tuition & Financial Aid
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$70,000
(Middle School and High School have different annual tuition & boarding fees.)
(Middle School and High School have different annual tuition & boarding fees.)
$69,500
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$27,800
(Middle School and High School have different annual tuition fees.)
(Middle School and High School have different annual tuition fees.)
$38,700
Yearly Tuition
(5 Day Boarding)
(5 Day Boarding)
$56,800
$49,624
% Students on Financial Aid
30%
40%
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
90%
64%
Director of Admissions
Rebekah Kirby
Application URL
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
20
17
Colors
Red and Green
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
19
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
College Matriculation
College Acceptance Rate
100%
School Notes
- APIS was founded in 2007 on the belief that students should authentically engage in global learning experiences. Through project-based learning, frequent field trips, outdoor learning, internships, community service, and opportunities to study in their Seoul campus, APIS students learn from what is real and meaningful.
- APIS is a caring, Christian community with less than ten students in each grade. Small class sizes and advisories create an environment where students are known, support is readily available, and instruction is individualized.
- Extracurricular options include swimming in their 25-meter saltwater pool, golf, beach volleyball, canoe paddling, agriculture, computer science, robotics, art, band, piano, and many other activities, including student-run clubs.
- All APIS graduates pursue higher education. Students from the Hawai`i campus have been admitted to top-tier universities, including Stanford, Yale, Brown, Columbia, Duke, Boston, and NYU.
- Five-day and seven-day boarding options enable students from around the world to live on campus, enjoying meals cooked by a world-class chef, weekend activities, and evening tutoring sessions.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Asia Pacific International School Hawaii cost?
Asia Pacific International School Hawaii's tuition is approximately $70,000 for boarding students and $27,800 for day students.
What is the acceptance rate of Asia Pacific International School Hawaii?
The acceptance rate of Asia Pacific International School Hawaii is 90%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 64%.
What sports does Asia Pacific International School Hawaii offer?
Asia Pacific International School Hawaii offers 20 interscholastic sports: Badminton, Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Dance, Esports, Golf, Kayaking, Paddle Tennis, Polo, Riding, Soccer, Softball, Surf Team, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track, Volleyball and Water Polo.
What is Asia Pacific International School Hawaii's ranking?
Asia Pacific International School Hawaii ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Small student body (number of students) and Small average class sizes.
When is the application deadline for Asia Pacific International School Hawaii?
The application deadline for Asia Pacific International School Hawaii is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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