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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked HI School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 150 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Asia Pacific International School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
150 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
15 students
List of Courses Offered
Average SAT score
1240
(Out of 1600)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Tuition Notes
Hawaii resident discount. Boarding and some fees not included. Contact admissions@apishawaii.org for more information.
% on Financial Aid
40%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$5,000
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 85%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
18 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
27 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Agricultural Club, Animal Husbandry, Book Club, Chinese Club, Entrepreneurship Club, Esports Club, Gardening, Hiking Club, Investment Club, Japanese Club, Korean Club, Math Team, Outdoors Club, Science Olympiad, Student Council, Student-Led Clubs
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Studio, Band and Orchestra, Ceramics, Drama, Piano Lessons
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Basketball Club, Beach Volleyball, Horseback riding, Outrigger Paddling, Surfing, Tennis Lessons
Agricultural Club, Animal Husbandry, Book Club, Chinese Club, Entrepreneurship Club, Esports Club, Gardening, Hiking Club, Investment Club, Japanese Club, Korean Club, Math Team, Outdoors Club, Science Olympiad, Student Council, Student-Led Clubs
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Studio, Band and Orchestra, Ceramics, Drama, Piano Lessons
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Basketball Club, Beach Volleyball, Horseback riding, Outrigger Paddling, Surfing, Tennis Lessons
School Notes
- 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.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
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 90%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
What sports does Asia Pacific International School offer?
Asia Pacific International School offers 18 interscholastic sports: Badminton, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Equestrian, Golf, Kayaking, Mountaineering, Paddle Tennis, Polo, Soccer, Surf Team, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, 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?
Asia Pacific International School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Hawaii for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Asia Pacific International School?
The application deadline for Asia Pacific International School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Asia Pacific International School located?
Asia Pacific International School is located in the Koolauloa neighborhood of Hauula, HI.
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School Reviews
5 2/27/2022
this school is very good, just wish the uniform rule wasn't enforced.
5 2/24/2021
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.
5 8/7/2020
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.
5 5/1/2020
APIS is a really caring, nurturing school with really hard-working teachers. It's project based, and growth centered, and their campus is gorgeous!
5 4/27/2020
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.
5 2/21/2020
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.
5 2/11/2020
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.
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