TASIS The American School in Switzerland
Founded by M. Crist Fleming in 1956, TASIS is an international day and boarding school committed to creating global citizens through education, travel, and service.
The oldest American boarding school in Europe, TASIS welcomes approximately 710 students from 60 nations in grades Pre-Kindergarten through Postgraduate each year.
The School's signature programs include the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program, biannual Academic Travel trips throughout Europe, and a pioneering Global Service Program.
Quick Stats (2022)
- Grades: (Boarding) 6-12, PG
- Students: 715 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $87,550
- Acceptance rate: 70%
- Average class size: 13 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
School News
- The TASIS Blog - 02/21/2020Check out the TASIS Blog for tons of stories about all aspects of life at TASIS.
Top Rankings
TASIS The American School in Switzerland ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 308 schools) for:
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Attribute
School Overview
Definition of Terms | 2021 School Data
TASIS The American School in Switzerland
School Focus
College Preparatory
Grades Offered (Boarding)
6-12, PG
Grades Offered (Day)
Pre-K-12, PG
School Type
Co-ed
ADD/ADHD Support
Supports Learning Differences (LD)
Religious Affiliation
Year Founded
1956
Campus Size
25 acres
Student Body
Enrollment
715 students
% Students of Color
25%
% International Students
85%
% Students Boarding
60%
Average SAT Score
1140
SAT range (25th-75th percentile)
1060 - 1265
Average ACT score
26
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
Classroom Dress Code
Average Class Size
13 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
15
Number of IB Courses Offered
39
ESL Courses Offered
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
70%
Summer Program Offered
Summer Program Details
Tuition Cost
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$87,550
(Detailed tuition figures can be found on the TASIS)
(Detailed tuition figures can be found on the TASIS)
Summer Program Cost
$5,000
(The cost to attend a summer program session ranges from $3600 to $8400.)
(The cost to attend a summer program session ranges from $3600 to $8400.)
% Students on Financial Aid
25%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$25,000
Merit Scholarships Offered
Acceptance Rate
Application Deadline
None / Rolling
Acceptance Rate
70%
Director of Admissions
Emily McKee
Associate Director of Admissions
Helen Roowalla
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
20
College Matriculation
Year:
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
School Notes
- Founded by international education pioneer M. Crist Fleming in 1956, TASIS The American School in Switzerland is a day and boarding school committed to creating global citizens through education, travel, and service.
- TASIS welcomes students from Pre-Kindergarten through Postgraduate. Approximately 710 students make up the Elementary, Middle, and High Schools each year, with 250 students in Middle and High School residing on campus. The student body represents around 60 nationalities each year and speaks more than 30 different languages as a mother tongue.
- High School students can choose from individual Advanced Placement courses or pursue the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma, helping them receive offers from nearly 400 universities in 20 different nations over the past five years. The School offers an extensive Fine Arts program that includes courses in drama, music, and the visual arts, enabling aspiring artists of any ilk to find their creative voice and nurture their talent.
- The campus includes more than 25 buildings dating from the 17th century Villa De Nobili to the state-of-the-art Campo Science Center. Perched on a hillside in sunny southern Switzerland with commanding views of snow-capped mountains, palm trees, and Lake Lugano, the School's enviable location makes possible an impressive Academic Travel program. Travel experiences throughout the year bring students face-to-face with the rich cultural heritage of Europe and the spectacular natural beauty of the Alps and beyond.
- The School`s pioneering Global Service Program transforms lives by providing every High School student with a unique opportunity to connect across borders-whether geographic, economic, or social-through comprehensive experiences that build empathy and encourage personal responsibility.
- TASIS encourages physical fitness and healthy lifestyles. Varsity sports teams compete throughout Europe, and a variety of other fitness activities are offered to cater to all interests. Each year also brings many opportunities to ski and explore the breathtaking Alps. Students leave TASIS with a heightened appreciation for the outdoors and an understanding of what it takes to succeed in challenging environments.
- Each summer, hundreds of students aged 4 to 18 journey to Lugano for the TASIS Summer Programs, which feature intensive academic courses, an unparalleled performing arts program, thrilling outdoor adventures, advanced sports training, and exciting cultural excursions around Europe.
- TASIS The American School in Switzerland accreditations: European Council of International Schools (ECIS) and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC)
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Jack Savoretti - Italian-English musician
- Billy Zane - American actor and producer
- Laura Wasser - American divorce attorney for Angelina Jolie
- Ferit Sahenk - Turkish businessman
- Jeanie Cunningham - American performer, composer, songwriter, producer, and writer
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