Asia Pacific International School (APIS) is a K-12, coed, college-preparatory school with a mission to nurture leaders of the New Pacific Century and bridge the gap between East and West.
To leverage the power of place-based education, APIS has established a global network of campuses under one school: an East Asia campus in Seoul, South Korea, and a West campus in Hau`ula, Hawai`i.
The 97-acre Hawai`i campus on the North Shore of O`ahu is a safe learning environment, where students from Hawai`i and around the world build relationships, explore passions, and become leaders.
Club or Organization: Agricultural Club, Animal Husbandry, Book Club, Chinese Club, Entrepreneurship Club, Esports Club, Gardening, Hiking Club, Investment Club, Japanese Club, Knitting Club, Korean Club, Math Team, Model United Nations, Orienteering, Outdoors Club, Science Olympiad, Student Council, Student-Led Clubs
Arts and Music Programs: Art Studio, Band and Orchestra, Ceramics, Choir, Drama, Drumming, Hula, Orchestra, Piano Lessons
APIS was founded in 2007 on the belief that students should
authentically engage in global learning experiences. Through
project-based learning, frequent field trips, outdoor learning,
internships, community service, and opportunities to study in their
Seoul campus, APIS students learn from what is real and
meaningful.
APIS is a caring, Christian community with less than ten
students in each grade. Small class sizes and advisories create an
environment where students are known, support is readily available,
and instruction is individualized.
Extracurricular options include swimming in their 25-meter
saltwater pool, golf, beach volleyball, canoe paddling,
agriculture, computer science, robotics, art, band, piano, and many
other activities, including student-run clubs.All APIS graduates
pursue higher education.
Students from the Hawai`i campus have been admitted to top-tier
universities, including Stanford, Yale, Brown, Columbia, Duke,
Boston, and NYU.
Five-day and seven-day boarding options enable students from
around the world to live on campus, enjoying meals cooked by a
world-class chef, weekend activities, and evening tutoring
sessions.
How much does Asia Pacific International School cost?
Asia Pacific International School's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students and $3,500 for summer students.
What is the acceptance rate of Asia Pacific International School?
The acceptance rate of Asia Pacific International School is 85%, which is higher than the national average of 83%.
What sports does Asia Pacific International School offer?
Asia Pacific International School offers 27 interscholastic sports: Archery, Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Boxing, Climbing, Cross Country, Cross Fit, Dance, Equestrian, Golf, Kayaking, Martial Arts, Mountain Biking, Mountaineering, Paddle Tennis, Polo, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Surf Team, Swimming, Tennis, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Water Polo and Weightlifting. Asia Pacific International School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Hawaii for most sports offered.
What is Asia Pacific International School's ranking?
this school is very good, just wish the uniform rule wasn't enforced.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - alex
52/24/2021
I love APIS. It truly has an 'Ohana feel, yet they offer so many opportunities for students. They have computer science classes, agriculture, art, a film festival, many extracurriculars like swimming and tennis, and so much for my child to excel. I love this school and am so blessed to have found it for my child.
- Posted by Parent - Lehua
58/7/2020
I am an administrator at Asia Pacific International School and am still stunned by the beautiful campus on the North Shore. The school is focused on project-based learning and maintains small class sizes that allows teachers to cater to the needs of each individual student. Students are encouraged to explore their passions and are equipped with advanced technology, access to the outdoors, and a tight-knit community on campus of staff and students for support.
- Posted by Administrator - Anna
55/1/2020
APIS is a really caring, nurturing school with really hard-working teachers. It's project based, and growth centered, and their campus is gorgeous!
- Posted by Administrator - Andy
54/27/2020
I am both an administrator and parent at this school. I have worked at Asia Pacific International School in both Korea and Hawaii. The school has an incredible vision of bridging the East and the West. The Hawaii school has put a lot of time and attention into Project Based Learning so that student learning is authentic, personalized, integrated and overall deeper. My daughter attends the elementary school, and I am so impressed with how well her teachers know her. She loves school and can't wait to learn with her classmates every day. This is truly a unique place. Come, stop by, take a tour.
- Posted by Administrator - Chris Stapleton
52/21/2020
I enrolled my elementary school daughter and middle school son at APIS and have not regretted it. My daughter is learning Chinese and Korean, and her math and reading scores have improved significantly in just a few months. My son is learning Korean, and he's playing in concerts on the guitar and saxophone, two new instruments for him. Their teachers incredibly supportive.
- Posted by Parent - Parent
52/11/2020
Asia Pacific International School or APIS is a hidden gem. I am thankful there is a great private school on the North Shore. My child attended there for high school and graduated going to a great school in the Mainland. They worked with me for financial aid. This school is small, so they can really cater to your child. My daughter was able to swim, leave early for her golf lessons, compete in Model UN, and start her own entrepreneurship club. The teachers are wonderful. They really care about the students and communicate frequently. They even offer a free lunch! And have a full-time chef on campus. The admin team is also responsive and open to suggestions for improvement. I am happy we have a new private school on Oahu.
- Posted by Parent - Debbie
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