The Starnberg campus is the heart of Munich International School, the largest of the international schools in Munich. Rather than a city plot, MIS occupies a large purpose built campus near Starnberg in the Fünfseenland, the lake district to the south west, which gives it grounds and facilities that city schools cannot match. This profile focuses on the campus itself, its setting and the commute, alongside the IB programme that runs there.
Starnberg campus at a glance
| Curriculum and exam boards | IB World School; full IB continuum to the Diploma |
|---|---|
| Stages | Ages 4 to 18 on a single campus |
| Founded | 1966 |
| Accreditation | Council of International Schools (CIS) and NEASC; IB authorised since 1980 |
| Language | English medium with German taught |
| Fee band | Premium, the top of the Munich range |
| Campus area | Near Starnberg, Fünfseenland, south west of Munich |
Curriculum and academics
The Starnberg campus delivers the full IB curriculum on one site, from the Primary Years Programme through the Middle Years Programme to the IB Diploma in the senior school. Keeping all three programmes on a single campus lets children progress without changing schools, and the purpose built site provides the laboratories, sports facilities and performance spaces that a full continuum needs.
Because the campus holds the whole age range, older and younger phases share specialist facilities while keeping age appropriate spaces. The IB Diploma in the senior years is recognised for university entry in Germany and worldwide. Families weighing the Starnberg campus against city schools are usually choosing the space and facilities of a large campus over a shorter commute.
Plan the cost including the commute
Use the fee calculator to estimate tuition plus the bus from central Munich and the other extras for the Starnberg campus.
Munich International School Starnberg fees
Fees at the Starnberg campus are the same premium MIS schedule that sits at the top of the Munich international school fees range, rising by grade from roughly EUR 18,000 in lower primary to around EUR 27,000 in the final Diploma year for 2025 to 2026. A one time entrance fee of about EUR 9,400 for new students applies on top, with registration and application fees. Confirm the current schedule with the school before budgeting.
The Starnberg location adds a practical cost most city schools do not: the school bus. With the campus south west of Munich, families living centrally usually budget for transport, whether the dedicated bus network or the S-Bahn, on top of lunch, materials and trips.
Admissions
Admission to the Starnberg campus follows the main August intake, with mid year places where a year group has room. The process is the same as for the school overall: a review of previous reports, an English readiness assessment, and confirmation of a place with the registration and entrance fees. Given the campus holds the full age range, the school can often place siblings across phases at one site.
Families relocating to the southern suburbs or the Fünfseenland often choose the Starnberg campus precisely for its proximity, so local demand can be strong in popular year groups. Apply as soon as a move is confirmed and share full records, particularly for Diploma entry.
Location and who goes there
The campus sits near Starnberg in the Fünfseenland, the lake district south west of Munich, served by the S-Bahn line toward Tutzing and by the school's own bus network. For families in central or northern Munich the commute is real and should be planned, while families in the southern suburbs and the lake towns are close by. The rural setting is part of the appeal for families who want space and greenery over a city site.
Many MIS families settle in Starnberg, Gauting, Gräfelfing and the southern districts to shorten the journey, creating a strong international community around the campus. For how the Fünfseenland compares with city districts and where international families cluster, the Munich city hub maps the neighbourhoods and their schools.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the Munich International School Starnberg campus?
The main MIS campus is near Starnberg in the Fünfseenland, the lake district south west of Munich, served by the S-Bahn toward Tutzing and the school's bus network.
Is Starnberg the main campus of Munich International School?
Yes. The Starnberg site is the school's single purpose built campus, holding the full age range from early childhood to the IB Diploma.
How much are Munich International School Starnberg fees?
Fees follow the premium MIS schedule, from roughly EUR 18,000 in lower primary to around EUR 27,000 in the final Diploma year for 2025 to 2026, plus a one time entrance fee of about EUR 9,400 and transport from central Munich. Confirm the current schedule with the school.
How do students get to the Starnberg campus?
Most families use the school bus network or the S-Bahn line toward Tutzing. Families in central Munich should plan for a commute, which is why many settle in the southern suburbs and lake towns.
What curriculum runs at the Starnberg campus?
The full IB continuum, the Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma programmes, runs on the single Starnberg campus for ages 4 to 18.
