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American School of Doha has 2,279 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.
Location
The American School of Doha (ASD) is located in the Al Waab/Al Soudan District of Doha, Qatar. It is accessible from Al Waab and Salwa roads, and visitors commonly enter via Gate 8 when on campus. The campus sits in a residential/educational area that serves Doha's western suburbs.
Stages
ASD serves Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12. The school is organized into four divisions: Lower Elementary, Upper Elementary, Middle School, and High School.
Type
Independent, U.S.-accredited, college-preparatory co-educational day school.
Pupil Nationality Mix
ASD represents more than 80 nationalities. The largest groups are Americans and Canadians, with a highly international student body.
Additional learning support
ASD admits students who meet grade-level expectations. Admission for students needing limited support is considered on a case-by-case basis, and ASD does not offer the full continuum of special education programs. The school has limited resources for extensive SEN needs. The High School offers a Learning Support program with small-group and in-class support.
Country affiliation
Affiliated with the United States; ASD is U.S.-accredited by NEASC.
Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation.
School day structure
The school day runs 8:00 am–3:00 pm for Kindergarten through Grade 12, and 8:00 am–12:30 pm for Pre-Kindergarten, Sunday through Thursday. On Tuesdays of a full-school week, dismissal is at 12:30 pm.
Bus service
Transportation services are provided by a third-party provider, with transportation before and after school. Route availability depends on space; registration is required. For details and registration, contact busservices@asd.edu.qa.
Fees
Annual tuition at American School of Doha ranges from QAR 47,520 to QAR 93,905 for 2026/27.
Application fee
- QAR 500 — non-refundable; payable at application submission. Payment methods accepted for the application include credit card (online), check payable to the American School of Doha, or electronic bank transfer (USD 137.00 equivalent per application when paying by international transfer). Bank transfer details (Commercial Bank of Qatar: beneficiary American School of Doha, A/C 4010-319058-001, SWIFT CBQAQAQA, IBAN QA82CBQA000000004010319058001) are used for electronic payments; proof of payment must be provided to admissions.
Registration fee
- QAR 3,796 — one-time registration fee per child; non-transferable and non-refundable.
Capital fees (annual / per semester)
- Pre‑Kindergarten (Pre‑K3 & Pre‑K4): QAR 10,950 per year (QAR 5,475 per semester). - Kindergarten – Grade 12: QAR 14,600 per year (QAR 7,300 per semester).
Capital fees are billed per child, per year in addition to tuition; they support capital maintenance, equipment and facilities. Capital fees are assessed for the full semester if a student attends any day during that semester.
Tuition fees (per semester and per academic year) — by year group
- Pre‑Kindergarten (Pre‑K3 & Pre‑K4): QAR 18,285 per semester — QAR 36,570 per year. - Kindergarten – Grade 5: QAR 30,491 per semester — QAR 60,982 per year. - Grade 6 – Grade 12: QAR 39,653 per semester — QAR 79,305 per year.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- All tuition and fees are due and payable prior to the start of each academic semester. The tuition fee is billed on a yearly basis for students sponsored by a company (corporate-sponsored billing); individual families are billed on a semester basis. Late or unpaid accounts may result in students not being permitted to attend classes if payments are not made within two weeks of the due date. For students enrolled after the start of a semester, a full-term tuition fee will be assessed regardless of start date within the semester. Capital fees are assessed for the full semester for any student who attends one or more days during that semester.
Re-enrollment deposit
- QAR 2,000 per child — non-refundable deposit due at re-enrollment to secure a seat for the next academic year; this deposit is deducted from the tuition fee.
Other student fees and charges
- Graduating seniors: QAR 380 (assessed fee). - AP and IB examination fees: charged per course at the appropriate exam fee rate. - One-to-one laptop program: QAR 250 mandatory fee for students in Grades 5–12. - Device damage charge (first incident, PK4–Grade 12): QAR 500 (repair/parts); second occurrence assessed at full cost of repair or replacement. Repairs for manufacturer defects are covered by warranty and not charged to the student. Additional course or activity-specific fees may apply.
Refund and withdrawal policy
- Private-pay students who withdraw during the first semester within the first 10 school days may be eligible for a partial refund: charges are applied at 2% of the semester tuition per school day attended (or until withdrawal), up to a maximum charge of 20% of the semester tuition. No refunds are issued if the student attends or withdraws on the 11th day of the semester or after. If a private-pay student withdraws during the second semester, no refund is issued after the first day the student attends the second semester; fees are due and payable. Capital fees have no credit or refund after the first day a student attends. The same 2% per day (up to 20%) rule for the first 10 school days applies to corporate-sponsored accounts for first-semester withdrawals; corporate billing follows similar no-refund rules after those windows.
Boarding
- The American School of Doha operates as a day school. Boarding facilities and boarding fees are not applicable.
Payment options and contact for payments
- Accepted payment methods include credit card (online for application payments), check payable to the American School of Doha, and electronic bank transfer (international wire). The Business Office handles tuition and fee payments; bank transfer details are provided for electronic payments and proof of transfer is required when using wire transfer. For Business Office inquiries and payment arrangements, contact +974 4459 1520 or the Admissions Office at +974 4459 1511 / admissions@asd.edu.qa.
Notes on enforcement and billing practice
- Parents are responsible for prompt payment of all school fees. When corporate sponsorship applies, billing and invoicing may be issued on an annual basis to the sponsor. Failure to keep accounts up to date may affect enrollment and re-enrollment status. Capital and registration fees are non-refundable per school policy.
Academics
American School of Doha teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), American Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
The American School of Doha offers a PreK–12 program and is NEASC-accredited, with the last accreditation visit in 2021. The school teaches in English and is an IB World School offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for Grades 11–12, alongside an Advanced Placement track for high school students. The AP program includes courses across sciences, math, English, social studies, and languages, such as Biology, Calculus AB/BC, Statistics, Chemistry, Physics 1 and 2, Environmental Science, English Language & Composition, English Literature & Composition, World History, U.S. Government & Politics, Comparative Government & Politics, Seminar, U.S. History, Computer Science A, Research, Computer Science Principles, French Language & Culture, and Spanish Language & Culture. The IB Diploma Programme offers a broad range of HL/SL courses across biology, chemistry, physics, economics, psychology, history, global politics, mathematics (Analysis and Approaches; Applications and Interpretations), the arts (Visual Arts, Theater/Film), English Language/Literature, and Language B options (French, Spanish, Arabic). The High School Diploma path is a college-preparatory program aligned to the American Education Reaches Out (AERO) standards and the Common Core, with a 25-credit graduation requirement across core subjects plus Fine Arts and World Languages; Physical Education follows SHAPE America standards, and there is structured college counseling to support university admissions.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
ASD runs an Elementary Guidance program delivered by a school counselor who meets with each class biweekly and provides individual and small‑group support, embedding ASD values of Respect, Honesty, Responsibility, and Compassion.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
ASD does not offer the full continuum of special education programs and admits students who meet grade‑level expectations; admission for students needing limited support is evaluated case by case based on the level of support ASD can provide, and ASD is not a specialist SEN institution.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
ASD provides an English as an Additional Language (EAL) program designed for students who are in the process of acquiring fluency in English to succeed in their core content classes.
Mental Wellbeing
ASD provides a comprehensive Counseling program across divisions, including Middle School's 'Strong Kids, Safe Kids' offering classroom guidance, individual and small-group counseling, and advisory activities, and High School counseling supporting academic, career, and social‑emotional development.
Safeguarding
ASD has a Child Safeguarding Policy and Procedures Handbook, with mandated reporting to the divisional Designated Lead (Counselor), safe recruitment practices, and a Code of Conduct, aligned with NEASC standards.
Admissions
Admissions
The American School of Doha is an International Baccalaureate World School located in Doha, Qatar. The language of instruction is English. It operates as a day, coeducational institution. The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and has been IB-authorised since February 12, 2009. The Diploma Programme subject offerings include Mathematics (Analysis and Applications), Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Economics, Psychology, English A: Language and Literature, Arabic A: Language and Literature, Arabic B, French AB/B, French B, Spanish AB/B, Spanish B, German B, Global Politics, Theatre, Visual Arts, Film, and Mathematics; The program also includes other DP topics as listed in the school's DP course options.
