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Dalian American International School

大连美国国际学校

Expatriate
American Curriculum
English

Dalian American International School is a non-profit international school in Jinshitan offering an American curriculum from pre-kindergarten through Grade 12. Located by mountains and sea, it delivers personalised US-style education with comprehensive modern facilities.

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Last Updated on 7th June, 2026

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82%

Quick Look

City

Dalian

School Phases

G7 to G12

Annual Fees

$31K - $31K

Phone Number

+86-0411-8757 5788

Prospectus

Data Sources

Compiled from publicly available sources

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Main Campus

No. 2 Dianchi Road, Jinshitan, Jinzhou New District

Description

Dalian American International School (DAIS) is the first pure American K–12 international school in Dalian. It offers a genuine U.S.-style education for students aged 3 to 18. Founded in 2006, the school is in Ganjingzi District. It serves children of foreign personnel and students from Hong Kong, M…

Summary of School

Academic Sub-Curriculum

Academic Sub-Curriculum

  • American Tracks
  • AP Electives
Exam Boards

Exam Boards

  • College Board
Academic Qualification Awards

Academic Qualification Awards

  • American High School Diploma
  • College Credit and Placement

Language of Instruction

English

School Type

Expatriate

Duration Established

20 Years

Student To Teacher Ratio

Yes

Academic Year

Primary (August-May), Mid (August-May), High (August-May)

Extra Languages offered

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Chinese Language Support

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School Bus

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Boarding Availability

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Scholarships

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About School

Mission & Vision Mission: To cultivate well-rounded learners ethical values and a global perspective. Vision: To empower students to become compassionate leaders and innovators in an interconnected world.

Core ValuesAcademic Rigor: Excellence in IB curriculum (IBDP, MYP, PYP) . • Global Citizenship: Cross-cultural collaboration via ACAMIS partnerships and international competitions (e.g., AMC8/10/12, UKMT) . • Inclusivity: Commitment to equity through Senia scholarships and inclusive education initiatives .

  1. American Curriculum & AP Courses: Offers a rigorous U.S. curriculum, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses, aligned with U.S. educational standards .
  2. All-English Instruction: Taught entirely in English (except Mandarin proficiency classes), fostering immersive language learning .
  3. International Faculty: Faculty members from the U.S. and globally, with 77% holding master’s degrees or higher .
  4. Personalized Education: Tailored learning plans to nurture individual excellence and critical thinking .
  5. Global Community: Diverse student body and multicultural environment, preparing students for global citizenship .
  6. State-of-the-Art Facilities: Includes science labs, interactive smartboards, an Olympic-sized pool, and sports complexes .
  7. Strong College Preparation: 70% of graduates admitted to top 100 U.S. universities, with 100% pursuing higher education abroad .

Academic Performance in International Examinations (2024-2025):AMC8 Competition: 20 DAIS and Huamei students participated; 2 ranked globally, 9 received accolades . • UK Maths Trust Intermediate Challenge: A Grade 9 student (Haoran P.) earned a Gold Certificate . • Australian Mathematics Competition (AMC): Grade 3 students Andy and Archie received recognition .

Overseas Admissions (2024-2025):Notable Admissions: Alumni achievements include Harvard Law School (Jazper Lu, Class of 2021) . • University Acceptances: Recent graduates secured offers from top institutions such as Northeastern University, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, and Berklee College of Music .

Key Strengths: • Strong emphasis on STEM and critical thinking through AMC and other global competitions . • AP courses and tailored guidance support university applications, particularly to U.S. institutions .

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