Admissions Process

Thank you for considering XIS for your child’s education.

Because of our high academic standards, XIS uses a rigorous entrance process which includes the following:

Benchmark exams (math and English)
English speaking and listening test for non-native English speaking students.

Students with low English skills will not be accepted at this time. Students with moderate English skills may be accepted if they enroll in our after-school English Language Program for an additional fee.

XIS upholds a non-discriminatory policy and accepts applications from any eligible student. Students are required to hold a passport issued by a country other than the People’s Republic of China. We welcome applications regardless of race, gender, religion, class, or economic status.

Parents and students are required to have an interview with the school principal prior to enrollment. This is an opportunity to learn more about the XIS philosophy, curriculum, and facilities, as well as a chance to have any additional questions answered.

All new students are required to take a basic entrance exam given by the school that covers reading, writing, grammar & punctuation, speaking & listening, as well as math. The Admissions Committee will then evaluate proficiency, as indicated by the test results, to help assess placement and make sure we can meet the needs of each student.

Document Check List

Passport and VISA Info Pages
The student and one parent hold a passport other than the People’s Republic of China. VISA page if already residing in China.
Previous School Records
Transcripts/Academic Records
Special Learning Needs Documentation
If applicable
Medical Documentation
If applicable

Admissions Flow Chart

XIS can provide student visas after students are officially enrolled.

For more information, please contact us. We will be glad to answer any questions you may have.

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2022-2023 School Year Grade Levels

Xi’an International School’s grade levels are based on American educational standards.

Date of Birth (MM/DD/YYYY)	Grade
10/1/2017 – 9/30/2018	Pre-K
10/1/2016 – 9/30/2017	1st Grade 5
10/1/2015 – 9/30/2016	1st Grade
10/1/2014 – 9/30/2015	2nd Grade
10/1/2013 – 9/30/2014	3rd Grade
10/1/2012 – 9/30/2013	4th Grade
10/1/2011 – 9/30/2012	5th Grade
10/1/2010 – 9/30/2011	6th Grade
10/1/2009 – 9/30/2010	7th Grade
10/1/2008 – 9/30/2009	8th Grade
10/1/2007 – 9/30/2008	9th Grade
10/1/2006 – 9/30/2007	10th Grade
10/1/2005 – 9/30/2006	11th Grade
10/1/2004 – 9/30/2005	12th Grade

2022-2023 Tuition and Fees

Early enrollment discounts are offered if all admissions policy steps have been completed and payment is made in full.

Deadline Date	Discount
May 20, 2022	10%
June 17, 2022	5%

New student registration fees

NEW STUDENT REGISTRATION FEE	¥5,000
(This is Non-refundable and payable upon acceptance to XIS. Registration fees are waived for returning students when they enroll by the early registration deadline. A returning student is one who has attended XIS within the last 3 years.)
PLACEMENT AND ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TEST FEE	¥500
(Payment required prior to placement testing)
PROCESSING FEE FOR STUDENT VISA – if needed	¥500
(Visa fee are the individual’s responsibility)
(¥ 400 for one semester) (Non-refundable)
SCHOOL BUS FEE (Full Year)	¥11,000
(¥ 12,000 with after ELP or ASA after school bus) (Non-refundable)
SCHOOL BUS FEE (One Semester)	¥7,000
(¥ 8,000 with after ELP or ASA after school bus) (Non-refundable)
English Language Program (ELP)	¥18,000
(¥ 9,000 One Semester)

Due to new tax and employee regulations being levied by the Chinese government, a surcharge will be added to all individual student accounts. The amount is still to be determined so no current figures are available.

Full Year Tuition

Pre-K	¥107,000
1st Grade 5 (5 years old) – 5th Grade	¥127,500
6th Grade – 8th Grade	¥135,000
9th Grade – 11th Grade	¥145,000
12th Grade	¥153,500

One Semester Tuition

Pre-K	¥65,500
1st Grade 5 (5 years old) – 5th Grade	¥76,500
6th Grade – 8th Grade	¥81,000
9th Grade – 11th Grade	¥87,000
12th Grade	¥91,500

Financial Assistance

Full Year Early Payment

1st Deadline – Must be received no later than Friday May 20, 2022

10% discount off full tuition for full payment.

2nd Deadline – Must be received no later than Friday June 17, 2022

5% discount off full tuition for full payment.

Additional Child Financial Assistance (per child)

Full Year Student

¥ 4,000

One Semester Student

¥ 2,500

No discounts are available for one semester enrollment. Early payments dates are strictly enforced, no exceptions.