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Join the BIA Community

BIA welcomes students from all backgrounds. As an English-medium school, students must demonstrate at least a decent level of conversational English to ensure academic success.

Admission Requirements:

1

English Language Proficiency

  • Students must be able to communicate effectively in English.
  • Additional language assessment and support may be provided if needed.

2

Placement Testing

  • Required based on academic records to determine grade placement.
  • Helps assess additional academic support needs.

3

High School Applicants – Graduation Credit Evaluation

  • All high school applicants undergo a graduation credit evaluation.
  • Transfer students receive guidance on graduation pathways.

How to Apply

1

Submit an Inquiry

Contact [email protected] for guidance.

2

Complete the Application

Submit by email or in person with the required documents.

3

Submit Academic Records

Previous transcripts are reviewed.

4

Placement Assessment

Students may be invited for testing. (If required)

5

Admission Decision

Applicants receive a final decision after review.

Contact us at [email protected]

Tuition & Fees

Registration & Development Fees

(One-time payment upon enrollment)

FeeAmount
Registration Fee (PreK–Grade 12)65,000 CFA (Non-refundable)
Capital Development Fee (PreK–Grade 12)650,000 CFA

Annual Tuition

ProgramAnnual Tuition
Preschool (Ages 2–4)2,200,000 CFA
Kindergarten – Grade 12 (Ages 5+)5,000,000 CFA

Additional Fees

Credit Evaluation Fee – 300,000 CFA

Required for high school applicants transferring from non-American school systems. Previous academic records must be submitted for evaluation before admission decisions are made.

Payment Policy

  • 60% of the annual tuition is due by August 15.
  • 40% of the annual tuition is due by January 20.

Monthly payment plans are not available, as BIA makes annual payments for curriculum licensing, digital learning platforms, and other academic resources before and throughout the school year.

Why Families Choose BIA

  • American curriculum from Preschool through Grade 12
  • Cognia-accredited institution
  • Full member of the Association of International Schools in Africa (AISA)
  • U.S. High School Diploma pathway
  • Internationally recognized academic standards
  • English-language instruction with bilingual support where appropriate