American provision in Paris
The American curriculum cluster in Paris is small and focused. Two schools deliver the full pre-K through grade 12 American programme: the American School of Paris in Saint-Cloud, founded in 1946, and Marymount International School Paris in Neuilly-sur-Seine. Both are NEASC accredited and registered with the College Board for AP, SAT and PSAT administration. A handful of other schools, notably the International School of Paris and Ecole Jeannine Manuel, run AP courses as electives within their IB Diploma frameworks, which can suit US-bound students who want the breadth of the Diploma plus targeted AP subjects.
The American School of Paris sits on a green 8 acre campus in Saint-Cloud, easily reached by bus from the 7th, 8th, 15th and 16th arrondissements as well as from the western suburbs. Marymount, a smaller Catholic school originally serving the US diplomatic community, occupies a leafy Neuilly campus with a different feel and a more central location. The two together serve roughly 1,400 students across all year groups, drawn predominantly from US corporate and diplomatic families plus a growing minority of European and French families who want the US system.
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Fees and the tiers
American school fees in Paris run higher than the equivalent British or IB schools. Annual tuition at the American School of Paris ranges from EUR 25,000 in pre-K to EUR 39,000 in grade 12. Marymount sits in a similar range, with capital fees of EUR 4,000 to EUR 8,000 at enrolment. Bus transport from central Paris adds EUR 3,500 to EUR 4,500 a year. AP exam fees of around EUR 130 per exam apply each May, with juniors and seniors typically sitting four to six AP exams.
Total cost of educating a child from pre-K through grade 12 at the American School of Paris sits around EUR 420,000 in 2026 prices, before transport and the capital levy. For a fuller comparison across curricula see our Paris fees guide and the fees comparison tool.
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Illustrative example schools
The three schools below illustrate the American curriculum landscape in Paris. They are not ranked.
American School of Paris in Saint-Cloud is the dominant US programme in the region, founded in 1946 and NEASC accredited. Pre-K to grade 12 on one 8 acre campus, AP and an optional IB Diploma in the senior years. The natural choice for US corporate and diplomatic families.
Marymount International School Paris in Neuilly-sur-Seine is a smaller all-girls and co-ed Catholic option, founded in 1923. American programme through grade 8 then the IB Diploma at sixth form, plus AP elective courses. Central location and a more boutique feel than ASP.
International School of Paris in the 16th arrondissement is not a full American school but runs AP electives alongside the IB Diploma. Can suit US-bound families who prefer the Diploma framework with AP top-up rather than a pure US Diploma.
Where American families live
American families in Paris cluster around three zones. Saint-Cloud, Garches and Vaucresson for proximity to the American School of Paris, with most ASP families living within 15 minutes of the campus. Neuilly-sur-Seine, Levallois and the 16th arrondissement for Marymount families and the dual-school commuter belt, with central Paris work and the western school run. The 7th, 8th and 15th arrondissements for families using the ASP bus from central Paris, particularly diplomatic families based near the US embassy. Apartment living in the central arrondissements is normal for ASP families with grade-school children; villa living in Saint-Cloud and Garches is more common for families with multiple children.
Admissions calendar
The American School of Paris and Marymount accept applications year-round but their main intake aligns with the US academic calendar. For an August or September start, apply from November to February the year before, with assessment and offers issued between January and April. Mid-year transfers from US schools are common and ASP runs a dedicated transfer pathway that turns offers around in two to four weeks. Capital fees and the first instalment of tuition are typically due within 30 days of accepting an offer.
US college counselling from Paris
The American School of Paris and Marymount both run dedicated US college counselling with Naviance, structured SAT and ACT preparation, and AP exam coordination. Recent ASP leaver destinations include the Ivy League, Stanford, MIT, NYU, the Cal system, USC and a strong representation at liberal arts colleges such as Williams, Pomona, Bowdoin and Middlebury. Marymount leavers cover a similar spread with a slightly higher Catholic university representation including Notre Dame and Georgetown. Around 25 percent of leavers from each school head to UK or Canadian universities rather than US destinations.
Frequently asked questions
How many American schools are there in Paris?
Greater Paris has 2 schools delivering a full American programme from pre-K through grade 12: the American School of Paris in Saint-Cloud and Marymount International School Paris in Neuilly-sur-Seine. A handful of other schools offer AP courses as electives within an IB or British framework, which can suit US-bound students.
How much do American schools in Paris cost?
Annual fees at the American School of Paris run from about EUR 25,000 at pre-K to EUR 39,000 in grade 12, with Marymount sitting in a similar range. Capital fees of EUR 4,000 to EUR 8,000 apply at enrolment. Bus transport from central Paris adds roughly EUR 4,000 a year.
Which Paris American school is the best?
The American School of Paris in Saint-Cloud is the most established US programme in the region, NEASC accredited and the dominant choice for diplomatic and corporate US families. Marymount International School Paris in Neuilly suits families wanting a central location, smaller cohorts and a Catholic foundation.
Can my child move from a US school straight into an American school in Paris?
Yes. The American School of Paris and Marymount are designed for in-year US transfers and the curriculum match is seamless. AP electives, transcripts, GPA and Naviance integration carry across. Mid-year transfers are accepted subject to grade-level capacity.
Do American schools in Paris prepare students for US universities?
Yes. The American School of Paris and Marymount both run dedicated US college counselling with Naviance, AP exam preparation and SAT and ACT testing. Recent leaver destinations span the Ivy League, Stanford, MIT, NYU and the Cal system, alongside a meaningful share heading to UK and Canadian universities.
