Tuition and Fees at a Glance 2023-24
| Annual Fees | Early Years to Grade 6 (PYP) | Grade 7 to Grade 10 (MYP) |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition *1 *2 | ¥1,313,000 | ¥1,682,000 |
| Building & Facilities Fees *2 | ¥186,000 | ¥186,000 |
| PTA Due (per family) *3 | ¥3,000 | ¥3,000 |
| EAL Support Fee *4 | ¥100,000 | ¥100,000 |
- Three payment plans are available
- These fees can be prorated for mid-year admission or short-term enrollment. These fees are non-refundable.
- PTA fee cannot be prorated for mid-year admission or short-term enrollment. The full amount will be billed on the first installment and is non-refundable
- Up to ¥100,000 per year. Fees will be billed to students who need EAL support each semester. The level of support will be determined by the school according to WIDA assessments results.
| One-Time Fees |
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| Application Fee: ¥31,500 |
| Registration Fee: ¥220,000 |
| Emergency Kit Fee: ¥5,500 |
Miscellaneous Expense Considerations |
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| Uniform: ¥15,000 to ¥30,000 Optional, requested for class trips, sports events, and special occasions |
| Laptop / iPad: ¥100,000 to ¥200,000 Required for students in Grade 4 and above, BYOD |
| Lunch: ¥500(S), ¥550(M), ¥600(L) / per bento box Optional, ordered weekly and paid in cash |
Tuition Payment Plans
Three payment options are available (some restrictions apply)
Families should include their preferred payment arrangements on this form by 25 June, 2023.
All installments are billed 14 days prior to the due date. Tuition & fees can be paid with a wire transfer or by credit card (4% service fee applied) on our website https://www.kis.ac.jp/payments/ according to the Payment Schedule below.
Early Payment Option for Tuition & Fees
A discount of 2% is applied if payment is received by the due dates.
| Early Years to Grade 6 (PYP) | Grade 7 to Grade 10 (MYP) | |
|---|---|---|
| One-time installment: (due June 30, 2023) | ¥1,472,740 | ¥1,844,160 |
Tuition | ¥1,286,740 | ¥1,658,160 |
Building & Facilities Fees | ¥186,000 | ¥186,000 |
Standard Payment Option for Tuition & Fees
Payments are made in three installments.
| Early Years to Grade 6 (PYP) | Grade 7 to Grade 10 (MYP) | |
|---|---|---|
| First installment: (due July 31, 2023) | ¥627,400 | ¥786,400 |
Tuition | ¥553,000 | ¥712,000 |
Building & Facilities Fees | ¥74,400 | ¥74,400 |
| Second installment: (due December 15, 2023) | ¥435,800 | ¥545,800 |
Tuition | ¥380,000 | ¥490,000 |
Building & Facilities Fees | ¥55,800 | ¥55,800 |
| Third installment: (due March 15, 2024) | ¥435,800 | ¥545,800 |
Tuition | ¥380,000 | ¥490,000 |
Building & Facilities Fees | ¥55,800 | ¥55,800 |
| Total: | ¥1,499,000 | ¥1,878,000 |
Monthly Payment Option for Tuition & Fees
Payments are spread out over ten installments. An administration surcharge of 3% is included in the first installment to help defray the extra handling and financing costs.
| Early Years to Grade 6 (PYP) | Grade 7 to Grade 10 (MYP) | |
|---|---|---|
| First Installment: (due July 31, 2023) | ¥189,300 | ¥238,600 |
Tuition | ¥170,700 | ¥220,000 |
Building & Facilities Fees | ¥18,600 | ¥18,600 |
| 9 Equal Installments Totaling: (Payable on the last day of each month August 31 to April 30) | ¥1,349,000 (¥149,900 monthly) | ¥1,690,200 (¥187,800 monthly) |
Tuition | ¥131,300 | ¥169,200 |
Building & Facilities Fees | ¥18,600 | ¥18,600 |
| Total: | ¥1,538,400 | ¥1,928,800 |
Payment Methods & Terms
We accept bank transfers or credit card payments for the registration fee, tuition, and after-school lesson fees. A handling fee of 4% is added to transactions made online. For banking information and credit card payment options, visit the payment details page.
The information outlined on this page is provided in accordance with Japan’s Act on Specified Commercial Transactions.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for children of researchers or scholars who are visiting Kyoto for a finite period. Scholarships include a 30% reduction in tuition for students in PYP (Early Years to Grade 6) and a 20% reduction in tuition for MYP (Grade 7 to Grade 10) students. 100% of all other fees must be paid.
An invitation letter or certificate issued by a host researcher or university showing a period of stay must be submitted as part of the application.
Scholarships are offered for the duration of the period of research or work.
Once the student has been accepted as a KIS student, applicants may submit a scholarship application form with the required documents at least three weeks before the enrollment date.
Tuition Assistance
A limited number of spaces are available for families requiring financial assistance to attend our school.
The type of assistance, if granted, may take one or a combination of the following forms:
- percentage reduction
- deferred payment
As a general rule, one application covers one family (as opposed to one student) for one academic year.
Families already enrolled at KIS must apply no later than the end of April if they request assistance for the following academic year. To apply for the percentage reduction, it is mandatory to submit the applicant’s latest tax declaration certificate (including information of municipal income tax fees) for both parents or legal guardians.
In addition to the application form applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter clearly stating the type of assistance they are seeking.
Incomplete forms will not be approved.
Please contact Admissions for the tuition assistance application form.