United Nations International School
UNIS is chartered by the New York State Board of Regents for the purpose of establishing, maintaining, and operating a United Nations International School, including a prekindergarten, elementary school, and secondary school which will fit the specific needs of children of the different nationalities comprising the United Nations.
The school is open to families from the United Nations and families outside it, and both international and New York families. UNIS is accredited by the European Council of International Schools.
The secondary program culminates in the International Baccalaureate, and the school's internationally recognized academic standards enable its students to transfer to international and national schools and to be eligible for admission to universities in the United States and other countries.
Quick Stats (2021-22)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Students: 1,483 students
- Yearly Tuition: $42,190
- Application Deadline: Nov. 15 / rolling
Top Rankings
United Nations International School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1947
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
1,483 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
189 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Nov. 15 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$42,190
% on Financial Aid
10%
Admissions Director
John Nichols
Sports
Total Sports Offered
9 sports
School Notes
- UNIS is chartered by the New York State Board of Regents for the purpose of establishing, maintaining, and operating a United Nations International School, including a prekindergarten, elementary school, and secondary school which will fit the specific needs of children of the different nationalities comprising the United Nations. The school is open to families from the United Nations and families outside it, and both international and New York families. UNIS is accredited by the European Council of International Schools. The secondary program culminates in the International Baccalaureate, and the school's internationally recognized academic standards enable its students to transfer to international and national schools and to be eligible for admission to universities in the United States and other countries.
Profile last updated: 08/17/2021
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